14 min read Imagine a room filled with 100 people. In that room, 79 people have experienced micromanagement, an oppressive environment that curtails creativity and autonomy. Picture Sarah, a creative software engineer whose ideas are constantly second-guessed, or John, a seasoned project manager who has his decisions incessantly scrutinized. This, sadly, is the reality for the majority of […]
The Ultimate Roadmap to Avoiding Project Delays: 14 Reasons Why Projects Miss Deadlines
14 min read Have you encountered unexpected roadblocks that have derailed your project timeline? If so, you’re not alone. Missed deadlines can significantly impact project success, resulting in wasted resources, decreased morale, and missed opportunities. But why do projects miss deadlines? And how can you prevent it from happening? This article will explore the top 15 reasons projects […]
The Art of Balancing Time: Best Practices for Time Management in Project Management
7 min read Time management is a critical skill that distinguishes successful project managers. Fewer than 1 in 5 people have been found to have a proper time management system, which shows that mastering time isn’t merely a skill, but an art form. This article will delve into the intricate dance of time management within project management, where […]
From RICE to WSJF: 13 Prioritization Techniques to Improve Your Project’s Workflow
18 min read Did you know that 88% of working people procrastinate on a daily basis? A lengthy to-do list can lead to overwhelm, but with multiple tasks vying for our attention, how do we choose which ones to tackle first? In this blog post, we’ll unlock the secrets of effective prioritization in project management. Dive in to […]
How Much Time Your Employees Spend On Reporting & How to Optimize It
4 min read Analysis of employees’ working hours allows employers not only to regulate their resources – time, and money, but also, to optimize their activities. Look at the work of your team from a completely different angle. After analyzing the data from your employees’ timesheets, you can: Top 5 Simple Rules That Will Make Your Employees More […]
TIME MANAGEMENT AS A CORPORATE CULTURE: WHY AND HOW?
7 min read Has work addiction become the “new normal”? Can too much work actually kill you? Sadly – it can. That’s the first “why” you need a corporate time management culture within your enterprise STAT! Staying late at work and not turning off on weekends seems like a good thing. The habit of working overtime and at the same time, remaining unhappy with ourselves […]
TEAM MOTIVATION AS A KEY PRODUCTIVITY FACTOR
8 min read If you manage a group of people, you must learn to motivate others. If you focus on understanding what motivates other people and how to meet their needs, you will be on the right path to a positive and productive experience. When the basic human needs are met, we begin to work for self-satisfaction. For […]
Time Management Skills for Executives: Keys to Productivity
7 min read We all have 24 hours a day. The difference is how we use them. And whether we like it or not, but the day of an executive, a managing partner, a CEO, or a business owner is filled with much more tasks than they themselves would like. The demands and complexity of leading a company […]
How Much Time Do Your Employees Spend On Checking Emails?
5 min read When was the last time you checked email? An hour, two – or a couple of minutes ago? According to statistics from Business Insider, more than a third of Americans regularly check email throughout the day. According to an AOL survey, 47% of respondents admitted that they feel the need to check mail constantly, 25% cannot do […]
Portfolio Timeline Management or How to Meet Bulk Deadlines
6 min read A very important day in a project manager’s life is release day. It’s the day everyone is waiting for and a bit afraid of. It’s basically graduation day in the IT world. Just like graduation, you’ve got lots of planning to do before the date. The release management and planning efforts include the estimates and […]