We all know that interrupting someone while they are speaking is considered impolite. As parents, we teach our children to say “Excuse me” before they join a conversation. But what about interrupting ourselves? Believe it or not, it can be a valuable skill to learn. We all have moments where we have an immediate and […]
It’s easy to get caught up in the details of managing a project. Details like when deadlines need to be met, what tasks need to be completed, and how to manage resources can become the sole focus of any project manager. But, you must remember that projects are completed by people, not just by paperwork. […]
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. In the healthcare field, empathy is a crucial trait for leaders to possess in order to effectively lead and manage their teams. The power of empathy allows healthcare leaders to build strong relationships with patients and staff, as well as create a positive […]
“What doe he want from me?” Asked my colleague as she showed me an email from a team member. My colleague had asked me to work with her on her responses to others. She knew that she was coming across as harsh and she wanted to work on her tone, specifically in her written communications. […]
Today, Odessa Powell, writer, editor, and fan of project management, shares some tips for content marketing managers. Content marketing managers commonly lead the completed content department comprising content manager(s), SEO manager(s), and link builder(s). Together, these specialists produce high-quality content and promote their brand via different mediums. The main task of a marketing manager, as […]
On your team, who is the first one to honor a commitment? I hope the answer is YOU! You are the role model, your team members look toward you to set the tone. And when someone does not follow through on a commitment, how you respond signals to others, whether or not they too can […]
For companies to stay ahead in this highly competitive market, having excellent project managers is a prerequisite. As a result, there’s a massive demand for project managers. But the keyword here is “skillful.” Companies need people who can manage their projects efficiently and effectively and achieve milestones for the company. More than your degree, companies […]
Project managers, status meetings are an essential part of your communication plan. You want to show up prepared and knowledgeable about your project. You might think, what is the big deal? But when you give status to your sponsor and other executives, they evaluate you and your ability to run a project. It might not […]
You feel good about your ability to create project estimates. You are handy with a spreadsheet, understand the calculations, and enjoy the research. Your estimating challenges are not about all of that. Your challenges come from a condition known as ‘estimating while being human.’ There are some things we do or expectations that we encounter […]
Your project might already be in motion, but that does not mean you cannot change your processes and approaches. Continuous improvement is your responsibility. Don’t just watch what happens as your team works toward project completion, be strategic and when you see opportunities for positive changes, make them! These eight recommendations are a good place […]