Project Management Skills for New and Aspiring Project Managers

5 Important Certifications for Project Managers

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 17:12:27 -0400

Learn which of these 5 important certifications for Project Managers you should earn based on your domain and experience level.

Project Risk Management Basics

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:43:20 -0400

The goal of Project Risk Management is to identify project risks and develop strategies to prevent them from occurring or reduce their impact if they do occur. Learn the basics of risk management.

Project Management Scope

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:35:26 -0400

Project management scope refers to all of the products, services, and results provided by your project. Learn how a Project Scope Statement and Work Breakdown Structure can help prevent Scope Creep.

Importance of Teamwork in the Workplace for Project Managers

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:24:05 -0400

Teamwork in the workplace is critical for project success. Learn why teamwork is important and the key steps you can take to create an environment for effective teamwork in organizations and projects.

Teamwork Theory: Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing and Adjourning

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:15:05 -0400

The Tuckman model is one of the most influential models of teamwork theory. Understanding its five stages of group development can help you develop a high performing project team.

Project Manager Duties and Responsibilities

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:10:04 -0400

Understanding key project manager duties will help you lead your projects successfully. Using the four functions of management, learn about the main responsibilities and duties of a project manager.

Types of Communication Medium for Project Managers

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:06:18 -0400

Strategically choosing the types of communication medium you use on your projects will help you communicate successfully. Learn what factors to consider as a Project Manager when deciding which business communication media to use.

Qualitative Risk Analysis and Assessment for Project Managers

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:02:12 -0400

Qualitative risk analysis is a a simple and cost-effective way to manage project risks. Learn how you can develop and use a qualitative risk assessment matrix for your project.

Project Quality Management

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:52:53 -0400

Project quality management includes all of the processes and activities needed to determine and achieve project quality. Learn the 3 key quality management concepts that will help you deliver a high quality project.

What is Quality Assurance? Definition and Principles for Projects

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:48:41 -0400

What is quality assurance? Quality assurance principles, tools and techniques for Project Managers.

Maslow Theory of Motivation: Applying Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 09:12:36 -0400

Learn how to use the Maslow Theory of Motivation to make your projects successful. Influence your team's behavior with employee motivation techniques that use Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs as a guide.

Organizational Structure Types for Project Managers

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 08:34:45 -0400

Learn the way different organizational structure types can affect how you manage your project.

The Critical Path Method (CPM) | Critical Path Analysis Examples

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 08:20:15 -0400

The Critical Path Method (CPM) can help you keep your projects on track. Step-by-step examples to help you learn critical path analysis and scheduling.

Project Cost Management

Tue, 9 Jun 2020 12:05:37 -0400

Project cost management is one of the most important aspects of project management that you need to master. Learn about project cost estimating, budgeting and control.

Project Budgeting Explained

Tue, 9 Jun 2020 12:00:43 -0400

Learn what project budgeting is, why it is important, and how to prepare a budget for your project.

Project Cost Estimating Tools and Techniques

Tue, 9 Jun 2020 07:54:07 -0400

Learn which project cost estimating tools and techniques can help you develop more accurate cost estimates for your projects.

How to Become a Project Manager When You Don't Have Any Experience

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 17:05:46 -0500

Learn three steps you can take to become a Project Manager when you don't have any experience managing projects.

The Reputation Turbo Charger

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 16:51:59 -0500

The Reputation Turbo Charger is a step-by-step process you can use to build your reputation in a proactive, systematic way.

Project Discovery: The Fastest Way to Understand Your New Project

Sun, 2 Dec 2018 21:17:18 -0500

Learn how the Project Discovery process can help you quickly get a high-level understanding of your project.

What Makes a Good Leader? Key Leadership Characteristics and Skills

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 07:40:40 -0500

Understanding what makes a good leader is important if you want to be a successful Project Manager. Learn about the two key leadership characteristics of a good leader.

Project Scope Statement: A Management Tool for Controlling Scope Creep

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 10:17:01 -0400

Learn why a project scope statement is important and the key elements it needs to control scope creep so you can make sure your projects are successful.

How Pareto Chart Analysis Can Improve Your Project

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 09:57:32 -0400

The Pareto Chart is a simple tool that can help you become a better project manager. Learn how this diagram can put the Pareto Principle to practical use to improve your projects.

The Situational Leadership Model and Theory for Project Managers

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 09:40:01 -0400

The Situational Leadership Model provides guidance on what type of leadership style to use and when it should be used. Learn how you can influence people you don't have direct authority over.

Different Types of Communication for Effective Project Management

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 08:41:24 -0400

Effective communication skills are the foundation of a project manager's success. Learn how using four different types of communication can help your project get results.

What is Quality Control? A Definition of Quality Control for Projects

Tue, 9 Oct 2018 20:50:18 -0400

What is quality control? A clear definition of quality control, the tools and techniques used to perform quality control, and how it differs from quality assurance.

The Project Management Life Cycle

Tue, 9 Oct 2018 14:32:56 -0400

The project management life cycle provides a framework for managing any type of project. From Project Initiation to Project Closure, learn the key aspects about each phase of the project life cycle.

Effective Communication in the Workplace - Get Business Results!

Sun, 6 May 2018 22:26:18 -0400

Effective communication in the workplace is required for successful project management. Here are four guidelines to help you provide effective business communication to your project stakeholders.

Three Positive Attitude Tips for Project Managers

Sun, 6 May 2018 16:50:41 -0400

Use these positive attitude tips to be a better Project Manager. Learn how developing a positive attitude can help you lead your projects to success.

Use the Power of Positive Thinking to Achieve the Impossible

Fri, 4 May 2018 21:08:55 -0400

Do you know how the power of positive thinking can help your project succeed? Learn how a positive attitude at work can help you achieve what others consider impossible.

What is Project Management?

Thu, 3 May 2018 07:30:12 -0400

What is project management? Going beyond your typical definition of project management, find out why project management is exhilarating, challenging, and inspiring.

A Practical Definition of Communication: A Model for Project Managers

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 07:41:35 -0400

Using this practical model and definition of communication will give you a framework to ensure effective business communication on your projects. Apply this model to begin improving your communication skills today.

Project Time Management

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 13:38:21 -0400

Effective project time management is crucial for project success. Learn how to develop and control your schedule using techniques like critical path method, resource leveling and schedule compression.

The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): A Key Project Management Tool

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 07:32:46 -0400