Do people listen when you speak, and take your advice when you offer it? Part of growing, as a Project Manager, is becoming more influential. Here are seven of my top tips.



Raising your level of influence...

Wisdom is in the eyes and ears of the people around you. So, to make the right impact with your insights, you need to be able to generate the gravitas that says 'my insights are worth noting'....

If you want people to listen to you; you have first to get their attention, and then hold it. Here's how.



Speaking so people listen starts before you open your mouth, when people decide whether you are someone...

You want to be a Trusted Project Manager. So you will need to cultivate five habits to build trust.



Everyone needs to feel they can trust their Project
Manager.
And you want them to trust...

You're familiar, I'm sure, with the idea of a Stakeholder Communication Plan. This is often a schedule of activities designed to get your project message out. But it can easily miss out something vital... Why not create a...

It's called 'Imposter Syndrome' and we all get it sometimes. How can you overcome it, when it really matters?



It often manifests with the feeling of 'how did I get here? I'm just a little kid.' It can...

Regular viewers know that I often talk about the benefits of wisdom- especially compared to ‘merely’ being smart. But, smart people can think fast and respond effectively. Wisdom can take longer. So, is there a way to...

No one wants a failing project on their hands. But it happens. And the solution is a ‘Project Turnaround’. So, I will walk you through the five project turnaround steps to rescue a failing project.





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Let’s face it, whenever we implement change, we face resistance. So, let’s look at how to handle the five commonest forms of resistance, to make your change implementation a success.



People will resist change. That’

s a...

Project Managers need to lead people to get things done. What is the right approach to project leadership? Situational Leadership will help, so what is it?

The Cone of Uncertainty is a helpful way to understand the evolution of your project. So, what is the Cone of Uncertainty?

You aren't just a Project Manager. You are also a Project Leader. But what have you learned about theories and models of leadership? In this video, I'll give you a primer of the...

In this video transcript, Clara the cow teaches the importance of generosity to Jade and the viewers. Through a story about Christopher and his cousin's hand-me-down clothes, Clara explains that generosity is about giving openly without...

In this video, Allegra the ant teaches us about the importance of cooperation and working together as a team to achieve common goals. Through examples of how ants collaborate in their colonies, we learn that every job is important and...

In this video, Sean the Swan joins the hosts of a show to discuss the importance of gentleness. Through a story about a girl named Dakota and her encounter with a supposedly cranky old man, the video highlights the power of kindness and...

In this video, the Oryx teaches children about the importance of moderation in various aspects of life. Through the story of Basil, a boy addicted to video games, they learn about balancing leisure activities with responsibilities,...

You won't be able to proceed very far on your project, without making assumptions. So, what is an Assumptions Log?

In this video, Harry the Kiwi teaches children about the importance of confidence and trust. Through a heartwarming story about Andy and his horse friend, Harry, the audience learns that confidence is believing in oneself and finding...

In this video, a pigeon named Delicate shares stories about her travels and promotes the importance of peace. Through a heartwarming story about children resolving conflicts and lifting blockades in their neighborhood, Delicate teaches...

In this video, Jade the Giraffe interviews Haley the Bee about the concept of self-discipline. Haley explains how bees are highly organized and work together in a structured manner to achieve their goals, such as producing honey. The...

In this heartwarming video, Rolla the Rooster shares his perspective on optimism and how it has helped him navigate challenges on the farm. Through his story of selling green tea with his friend Hassan, Rolla teaches us the importance of...

In this video, Helen the hippo shares a story about the importance of honesty. When she accidentally eats fruits from a basket that belonged to her new friend Lisa, Helen must decide whether to tell the truth or not. Through her honesty,...

What are shares, and what affects their price? Discover why share price is not only dictated by monetary value, and why this makes trading a risky business. Maths - Statistics And Probability A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the...

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