Project delivery in a constantly changing World
Executives rotate through roles every two to five years; the projects they inherit or start tend to outlast their tenure. This piece asks what it means for a PM to act as a fiduciary carrying a programme to completion— serving the outcome rather than whoever’s currently sponsoring it — and what habits make that honesty survivable, not just admirable.
You hired a strong project manager. In their first year they were exactly what you needed — composed under pressure, trusted by stakeholders, delivering in difficult conditions. Eighteen months later, something has shifted. They’re...
Your lead engineer just got pulled to another project. You’re still on the hook for the deadline. This is the PM’s paradox — responsible for everything, in charge of nothing. But here’s the truth: influence, strategically built, is more durable than any org chart title. Here’s how to wield it.
I have been reading the book ’13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do’ by Amy Morin. Here is my perspective on it from a project manager’s point of view. As a project manager, you...
Some projects are like sprints, while others are more like marathons! I’m currently at a critical point in a six-month project, getting ready to go live. Throughout the project, we’ve faced various conflicts to...
Great customer experience makes everyone feel good. I love the experience of interacting with a brand and feeling valued as a customer, and this week I was inspired by a Podcast on creating extraordinary...
This week I was reflecting on the life of Charlie Munger who passed on the 28th November. He was the Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and the longtime business partner of Warren Buffet. There...
In the hustle and bustle of managing deadlines, overseeing teams, and ensuring project success, one crucial element often takes a backseat: sleep. How many hours do you clock each night? Chances are, it’s less...
Moving forward in a complex project work life with many different participants can feel like hard work at times. Each week leads to new challenges and complexities. This week I was reflecting on the...
In the dynamic landscape of project management, achieving consistent success in project delivery is a coveted goal. Organizations strive to execute projects efficiently, meeting deadlines, staying within budgets, and exceeding stakeholders’ expectations. However, this...
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