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Gantt charts are a type of bar chart that’s used in project scheduling. The first design for a Gantt chart was made by Henry Gantt some time between 1920-1915. In the 100+ years of its existence, the Gantt chart has…
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Teams are assembled to execute projects based on their skills and experience. But there is another factor that is often overlooked and that is the ability of the team leader to motivate the team. Motivation is more than shouting orders….
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According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), the demand for project management professionals will reach nearly 88 million positions across myriad industries by 2027. While many of those will be entry-level jobs, there is also a growing need for senior…
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It’s understandable why people often moan at the prospect of a meeting. They can be long and not very effective uses of one’s time. But meetings are important. They are a great way to communicate to a group and get…
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Construction projects have to be well orchestrated. There are many contractors working on various aspects of the overall project. Contractor management is a process to manage the contractors and make sure they’re doing what they need to do, when they…
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Project management is all about solving problems before they happen. That’s why you make a plan, schedule tasks and monitor the work to make sure you’re staying on track. But even the best planning isn’t going to avoid challenges throughout…
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Some people feel they need to take on everything themselves. That’s a recipe for disaster. True leaders understand the power of delegating work. That’s why you assemble a team, each expert in their own field. Why Is It Important for…
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What Is a Team Meeting? A team meeting is a scheduled event in which people involved in a project will get together and have a conversation about topics related to that work. Meetings come in many forms, but the more…
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Getting the best out of an employee requires more than giving that person orders. They need direction, of course, but employee feedback creates a conversation that educates both the employee and the employer. It’s a mutually beneficial relationship based on…
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“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” Nelson Mandela   Projects burdened by impossible objectives tend to fail, disappoint, and burnout performers. They are a sign that the decision-making process is broken. To avoid failure, make sure there is a solid understanding of the difference between possible and impossible goals and objectives and a well-thought-out […]

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