Tag: Troubled Projects

“If we are marked to die, we are enow To do our country loss; and if to live, The fewer men, the greater share of honour.” These stirring words, spoken by King Henry V on the eve of the Battle of Agincourt, resonate far beyond the bloody fields of medieval France. They speak to a…

Okay, let’s be honest, project managers are a naturally optimistic bunch. We tend to see the best in our teams, envisioning them as an army of super-productive geniuses who can juggle ten tasks at once without breaking a sweat. But let’s face it, reality rarely lives up to this idealized image. One of the main…

Okay, so you’re crafting a recovery plan to rescue a project that’s gone astray. Think of this plan as your treasure map, guiding you and your team back to the path of success. But how detailed should this map be? Should it outline every single step, every twist and turn, or just provide a general…

Okay, imagine you’re stepping into a project that’s gone sideways. It’s like walking into a room where everyone’s arguing and pointing fingers, and the whole place is a mess. That’s what we call a “Program Recovery” situation. Now, to successfully navigate this chaos, you need more than just technical skills; you need a good dose…

Imagine you’re building a complex Lego masterpiece. You wouldn’t just dump all the bricks in a pile and expect everyone to build simultaneously, would you? Chaos would ensue! Instead, you’d break down the construction into smaller, manageable modules, assigning specific tasks to different builders. This concept of modularity is crucial for effective resource management, especially…

Imagine you’re a detective investigating a complex case. You need to gather information from various witnesses, each with their own perspective and potential biases. How do you ensure you get the most accurate and complete picture possible? That’s where the art of interviewing comes in. And in the context of project recovery, conducting effective interviews…

Okay, imagine you’re orchestrating a complex symphony. You have a multitude of musicians, each with their unique instruments and skillsets, all working together to create a harmonious masterpiece. But what if your star violinist is overwhelmed with solos, while your percussionist sits idle? That’s where a detailed resource spreadsheet becomes your conductor’s baton, allowing you…

Imagine you’re a paramedic responding to an emergency. You arrive on the scene, and every second counts. Would you fumble through your entire medical kit, trying to figure out what equipment you need? Of course not! You’d assess the situation and grab the necessary tools immediately. Project recovery is no different. When you step into…