What are you supposed to be doing right now, instead of reading this post? I ask because there are countless demands competing for your attention, right? Your inbox. Text messages you need to return. Headlines in the news. A stakeholder who needs something. A problem at home. The deliverable due in a few hours. Something... Continue Reading →
Why Your Project Will Fail (or Succeed)
“I always hit my dates and budgets…” Please. My company helps people learn how to improve their ability to deliver projects and lead teams. If we’re facilitating a multi-day workshop, we often have a round of introductions, which helps build some initial context and rapport. Occasionally someone introducing themselves will say something to the effect of... Continue Reading →
Getting Commitment When They’re Dragging Their Feet
Do you ever have to rely on someone to finish a task who doesn't have the same sense of urgency as you? Whether it’s someone in a different part of the business or outside the walls of our organization, project managers and other leaders regularly depend on other people. Since we often don’t have positional... Continue Reading →
