Month: January 2018

How to Track Progress Effectively

by Kent McDonald A while ago I shared three steps for more effective projects, based on the premise that it’s much better to be effective (do the right things) than efficient (do things quickly). One of those steps is to measure success and progress based on outcome, not output. You want to use business objectives as a way of gauging […]

Kick Butt in 2018 With These 16 Motivation Hacks

New Year’s is just around the corner. You’ll be returning from a (hopefully) relaxing break from the office, maybe with a little extra cushion around your belly. The problem is that you’re back to work, but your brain is still on vacation and you’re a bit more sluggish than usual.   How do you get yourself motivated and back up […]

5 New Year’s Resolutions for Project Managers

  It’s day two of 2018. Have you made any New Year’s Resolutions? If you’re already struggling to come up with some, we’re here to help. As project managers, we’re constantly striving to improve ourselves and streamline our projects so that customers’ needs are met and budgets don’t balloon — so why not consider making resolutions that will help our […]

The Best Project Management Conferences to Attend in 2018

  According to Reader’s Digest, “learning something new” is one of the ten most popular New Year’s Resolutions. And one of the best places to learn new things are at industry conferences.  Conferences help you stay up-to-speed on the latest industry developments, pick up tips from respected experts in the field, meet other project management professionals, and have some fun […]