Napoleon Hill’s Keys to Success is celebrated as one of the best motivational books on earth, despite the fact it is filled with nothing-advice, sweet-sounding anecdotes, poor logic, and a severe lack of critical thinking. It is filled with bad advice for people undertaking project management. Possibly the most damaging advice is that diligence and […]
Project Management
What is Agile Project Management?
The agile methodology has been a growing trend in the field of project management—being used alongside or even in place of more traditional methods like waterfall. In fact, a report by the Project Management Institute indicates that 71% of organizations use agile approaches in some form and frequency. Despite its widespread usage, however, many business […]
Effective Guide for Spotting a Bad Project Manager
Good project managers can make a world of difference in a business. Projects will run smoothly, teams will work together effectively, and productivity will improve as time moves on. The problem is not all project managers are good; some of these people are just bad at their jobs. These individuals may cause more chaos than […]
A Guide to Project Management for Startups
Faced with client meetings, finance issues and an inbox bursting at the seams with unanswered emails, giving attention to project management may seem impossible. Without a clear scope, budget and timescale—and a project management methodology—the business is in danger of being blown around by conflicting needs. Worse still, priorities will be dictated by the last […]
4 Project Management Tips for Beginners
Whether you’re running your own business or managing a department for your employer, there will likely be times when you need to supervise projects. If you’re just starting your career or are new to being in a management position and don’t have a whole lot of training behind you in project management, this role can […]
