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How to do a Gemba Walk
In an earlier video, I answered the question, ‘What is Going to the Gemba?’ In this video, I summarize that one and go deeper into how to do a Gemba Walk. Gemba is a Japanese term that means ‘actual place’. ‘Going to the gemba’ means...
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What is a Pre-mortem? ...and how do you run one?
In this video, I answer the questions, what is a Pre-mortem and how do you run one? A Pre-mortem is a technique devised by Gary Klein, which he documents in his excellent book, The Power of Intuition: https://geni.us/2mYQYLK It is a way...
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RISK MANAGEMENT 101: An Introduction to Project Risk Management
Risk Management is one of the core skillsets within the wider profession of Project Management. Whether your project is purely predictive, or absolutely agile, you need to manage risk. We have plenty of videos on the topic, but this one...
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What's the Difference between PMP & PRINCE2?
PMI’s Project Management Professional – or PMP – and PRINCE2 are two of the most sought-after project management certifications. But what are the differences and how do you choose? PMP stands for Project Management Professional. It is...
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How to Manage the Change Control Process
When people want to change the scope, specification, or functionality of your project, what do you do? Do you roll over and say yes to everything, or do you assert yourself firmly by saying no to every request? Of course not. You need to...
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Could You Just...' How to STOP Scope Creep
There are three words that Project Managers fear above all others: ‘Could you just…’ These words mean one thing: someone is trying to squeeze their priorities into your project. And they want to use your budget, your resources, and your...
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How to Assess Organizational Culture
Before embarking on any culture change, maybe you’ll want to assess the existing organizational culture first. For a whole course on Organizational Culture, hop over to our sister channel, Management Courses, and check out the full...
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Scrum 101 - The Fundamentals of the Agile Scrum Methodology
Scrum is the most widely used Agile Methodology. Its simplicity makes Scrum an excellent entry into Agile Project Management. The Scrum methodology was created by Ken Schwaber and Jeff Sutherland, who currently run scrum.org and Scrum...
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How to Deliver Effective Project Cost Management
Project Cost Management can easily seem both dull and difficult. But whatever your attitude to it, there's nothing your finance director will care about more. And that means your client, boss, or project sponsor will care about your cost...
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How to Pass Your PMP Exam [Project Management Professional]
So, you want to pass your PMP exam? Here are my top tips to ace your Project Management Professional certification exam.
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Project Delivery | PM in a Nutshell: Deliver Your Project
It's time for Project Delivery... Are you really in control of your Project? What are the ten things you need to stay on top of, to maintain the correct rhythm of your Project's heartbeat, during the Delivery Stage of your Project? In...
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What is Project Risk Management? Project Management in Under 5
What is Project Risk Management? Project Managers know that projects are risky. Risk management is therefore a vital discipline. Indeed, a focus on project risk is a sign of real project management maturity.
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What is Stakeholder Management? Project Management in Under 5
Stakeholders will determine the success (or not) of your project. So you need to engage with them. Stakeholder Engagement - or more often known as Stakeholder Management - is one of the most important parts of Project Management. So what...
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What is Scrum Project Management? Project Management in Under 5
Scrum is perhaps the most widely used of the Agile Project Management methodologies. So, what is Scrum?
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What is Kanban? Project Management in Under 5
Kanban originated in the manufacturing sector. But, recently, it has become a popular approach to managing projects. This is especially as it has been developed into an Agile Project Management methodology. So, what is Kanban and Kanban...
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What are ITTOs? Project Management in Under 5
They are an important part of your CAPM or PMP study. They take up over half of the PMBOK. So, what are ITTOs?
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What are ITTOs, Part 2 - Definitions? PM in Under 5
ITTO: Inputs, Tools, Techniques, Outputs. So, what do each of those terms mean?
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What is Benefits Management? Project Management in Under 5
We do projects, so we can gain benefits. So, what is Benefits Management?
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What are the Six Thinking Hats? Edward de Bono's Thinking Tool
Edward de Bono is one of the leading thinkers on thinking and creativity. And, of all his books, ideas, and methodologies, the Six Thinking Hats idea is definitely his best. So, what are the Six Thinking Hats?
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What is Project Management? Project Management in Under 5
Let's get to the heart of Project Management and answer the most fundamental questions of all... What is a Project, and what is Project Management?
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What are Lessons Learned? Project Management in Under 5
If you are set on Project Management as a career (or any profession, for that matter), it is vital to learn as you go, and get better every day. And the formal mechanism we use is 'Lessons Learned'. So, what are Lessons Learned?
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What is Failure Mode and Effects Analysis - FMEA? PM in Under 5
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (or FMEA) is a powerful methodology that comes from the domain of manufacturing and the toolset of Six Sigma. But it is also a valuable addition to any Project Manager's toolset. So, what is Failure Mode...
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What is Issue Management? Project Management in Under 5
Issues arise all the time on projects. So, what is Issue Management?
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What is the Voice of the Customer (VOC)? Project Management in Under 5
How do you know what your users, customers, and stakeholders want? You need to listen to their voices. So, what is the Voice of the Customer?