Project managers are leaders of change. They often have far less power in the organization than the responsibilities they are assigned would imply. Knowing how much freedom and license to take action we have is essential. That requires knowing the signs and structures that provide us with the freedom to act.
One Size Doesn’t Fit All – And That’s A Good Thing
Projects are often thought of as all being of a kind. Nothing could be further from the truth. There are many types of projects, with very different practices required if successful delivery is to occur.
Process, Structure & Agency: Investigating the ‘Project Shaper’ Role
Getting projects started well is a fundamental tool for project success. Essential to this is a role that is often not well understood, but makes a critical difference: the project shaper. Explore a role that can make the difference in getting your projects off on the right foot.
Distilling Change Management
In the words of Einstein, everything should be as simple as possible, but no simpler. We tend to value simplicity, and boil everything down to one or three (or seven) points. We need to make sure we don’t miss some of the essential in our striving for the simple.
If All The World’s A Stage – I Want Better Management
Much of project management is viewed as being about the world of business. And yet one of the most successful project industries is the world of theatre. The practices of bring a play to life has much to offer to managing projects well, regardless of the kind of project you are responsible for.
Taking a Read on 2012
This is the very first of our end-of-year wrap-up sessions, exploring the best books that both Peter and Mark read during the 2012 year. Building on and expanding our domains of focus, these books also expanded our understanding and knowledge. We think you will enjoy them as well.