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What is the Tuckman Model of Group Development? | Video
The Tuckman Model of group development should be essential learning for every project manager. As a project you are constantly taking new groups of people and aiming to forge a successful team. Bruce Tuckman investigated this and gave us arguably the best model of group and team development. It’s famous for its Forming – Storming […]
Continue reading...What is Milestone Planning? | Video
Planning is fundamental to all Project Management, and one of the most basic and robust approaches to planning is Milestone Planning. So what is Milestone Planning? Dr Mike Clayton is founder of OnlinePMCourses.com. Here, he answers this question, in under 5 minutes.
Continue reading...The Key Components of Your Project Definition
Project Definition is not just the first substantial stage of your project. It is also the foundation upon which you will build your whole project. The rewards for getting your Project Definition right are matched only by the penalties of getting it wrong. So it’s time we took on defining your project with one of […]
Continue reading...What is the Association for Project Management, the APM? | Video
Whatever profession you are in, it is valuable to be part of an active membership body. One choice for you, as a Project Manager is the Association for Project Management, or APM. So what is the Association for Project Management, the APM? Dr Mike Clayton is founder of OnlinePMCourses.com. Here, he answers this question, in under 5 […]
Continue reading...What is Transactional Analysis? | Video
As a Project Manager, you will be having a lot of conversations – with team members, stakeholders, and your bosses. Some will be hard and some easy. And you’ll need to understand the dynamics of those that don’t go as smoothly as you’d like. A powerful resource for this is Transactional Analysis, or TA. It’s […]
Continue reading...Conflict Management: Ways to Get it Right | Part 2
When relationships start to go wrong, it is often your job to fix them. Conflict management is not always a welcome part of a Project Manage’s role. But it is an important part. Because conflict is an inevitable part of projects. Stakeholders will resist change, sponsors will want different things, and team members will care […]
Continue reading...What is a Linear Responsibility Chart? | Video
Knowing who is slated to do what is a crucial part of project management. Following our earlier video on RACI Charts, this video looks at RACI’s cousin the Linear Responsibility Chart. So what is a Linear Responsibility Chart? Dr Mike Clayton is founder of OnlinePMCourses.com. Here, he answers this question, in under 5 minutes.
Continue reading...Managing Conflict: Everything a Project Manager Needs to Know
A Project Manager needs many skills. And one of the hardest to come to terms with is managing conflict. You won’t use it every day (I hope). But you will need it from time to time. Whether you are called upon to handle a small spat or defuse a mighty row, conflict management needs a […]
Continue reading...What is a Project Goal? | Video
A project goal is the bedrock of defining your project. They aren’t even your foundation: they are more like the groundwork you do before laying your foundation. So what is a Project Goal? Dr Mike Clayton is founder of OnlinePMCourses.com. Here, he answers this question, in under 5 minutes.
Continue reading...PMP Certification: What You Need to Know [Complete Review]
The PMI is the largest professional body for Project Managers. It’s PMP® Certification is the most widely regarded qualification. If you are considering a career in Project Management, you also need to consider PMP Certification. In this extended article, we’ll look at that decision from all angles: What does it mean? Why should you seek […]
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