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Tracy Giordano

Project Management Gaming: Learn Project Management with a Team-Based Game Approach - 0 views

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    This is a video from the EDUCAUSE 2011 Conference where Loyola University presented its modification to Project Risk -- a game where your team competes against others to complete a project. It' an interesting resource about using game learning to teach PM. You can learn more about it at http://www.successfulprojects.com/Store/ProjectRiskBoardGame/tabid/68/Default.aspx.
bluetopazdesigns

HSC Project Management Lite Methodology | Office of Institutional Planning | WVU Health... - 0 views

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    A methodology for managing a project is a logical step-by-step process for successful planning, control and delivery of the project. Typically a methodology in project management describes every step in depth, so that a project manager will know what they will need to do in order to deliver and implement the project on time, on-budget and to the customer's satisfaction. The project management methodology developed for the WVU Health Sciences Center is a streamlined approach due to the types of projects that will be managed.
patmosele

Project Management for Foreign Language Programs and Higher Education - 1 views

Here are some books, web sites and articles of interest to those interested in foreign language project management and project management in higher education. Interestingly enough, there seems to ...

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Andi Whaley

Crucial Conversations - 2 views

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    I posted this in our class discussion, but it occurred to me that it is really a great project management resource for those people who might feel daunted by difficult conversations. It it a resource that will help improve your EQ. In short, the book talks about how to identify when a crucial conversation needs to take place, how to plan for it and how to execute it. There is also a two day course that you can attend or maybe even lobby to bring into your office for PMs. The website for that is here: http://www.vitalsmarts.com/products-solutions/crucial-conversations/ You'll also find that Vital Smarts, the company that produces this training, has a lot of other EQ related resources.
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    Andi I just explored the web page, it looks very useful for PM. I will try to find if there exists a Spanish version or a similar one in Spanish.
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    We have a couple of copies of this book lying around my office. I hadn't connected it to project management. I will have to check it out.
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    Many people I worked with at the Colorado Department of health use this approach. The state has invested in offering the course to employees. While I never had a chance to take this course, I've heard really great things about it. One thing that has made a difference for people I know who have done this, they did with a staff team. That way everyone is using a common approach. That seems to really support implementing what they learned.
gnuts1

TaskJuggler - A Free and Open Source Project Management Software - About TaskJuggler - 1 views

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    TaskJuggler is a modern and powerful, Free and Open Source Software project management tool. Its new approach to project planning and tracking is more flexible and superior to the commonly used Gantt chart editing tools. TaskJuggler is project management software for serious project managers. It covers the complete spectrum of project management tasks from the first idea to the completion of the project. It assists you during project scoping, resource assignment, cost and revenue planning, risk and communication management.
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    TaskJuggler is a modern and powerful, Free and Open Source Software project management tool. Its new approach to project planning and tracking is more flexible and superior to the commonly used Gantt chart editing tools. TaskJuggler is project management software for serious project managers.
gnuts1

Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg - 1 views

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    In this internationally acclaimed text, Marshall Rosenberg offers insightful stories, anecdotes, practical exercises and role-plays that will dramatically change your approach to communication for the better. Discover how the language you use can strengthen your relationships, build trust, prevent conflicts and heal pain. Revolutionary, yet simple, Nonviolent Communication offers you the most effective tools to reduce violence and create peace in your life-one interaction at a time.
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    There is a lot of information on this site! They could use a little help with their web design to make it a little less overwhelming though...
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    I love this approach to communication! I've used in all aspects of my work and personal communications and when I really implement it has really helped me navigate some high conflict situations. It does take practice and is easier to work with if you have others you can engage with to practice the techniques.
Erik Soder

Systems Thinking: Systems-Oriented View of Organizational Functions - 0 views

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    I like this website and have read most of the topics. I post the homepage URL to show all the topics available, but take note of the few topics on project management. I've had a long interest in the convergence of PM & KM, and both share some similar qualities from the systems-oriented perspective. There are a lot of other authors and resources out there that talk about PM from a systems-thinking approach, but I thought this site a good starting point. A good book for expanding on this topic is Gerald Weinberg's "An Introduction to General Systems Thinking."
Jamie Lewis

Russell Martin and Associates Project Management - 1 views

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    Lou Russel frequently contributes to ASTD and has a book called Project Management for Trainers. This links to the resources available on her website.
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    I recently attended a two-day ASTD certificate course she did in conjunction with the TechKnowledge conference in Las Vegas. It was informative and she has a unique approach that really presented some of the concepts in a straight-forward manner/ Of course, in two days you can only dig so deep but I would recommend the course for those new to project management.
brookg

Elearning Project Managment video - 2 views

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    A quick video about one successful e-learning project management approach. She includes a section for story-boarding in her process, which I think is a really cool creative step between instructional design and production.
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    This was a great video you found Brook. I enjoyed the quality of the production, but I also think it did a great job of summarizing the total process. It actually cleared up a couple misconception I had with the process. Thanks for the post.
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    Nice find Brook! Nice summary and good points to think about. Thanks for the post.
Rose Dotson

Project Planning Process Templates - 2 views

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    project management plan, change management, communications management, and others
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    Rose - Thanks for this. I learn best from examples and seeing how others approach. I love that the templates include not only instructions for completion but also "case scenario" text to give you an example of a completed form. Very helpful.
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    Great site! I agree with Rose - the templates are really helpful, especially for a visual person like me. Thanks! - Christine
Janet Yowell

Parallels between project management and instructional design - 0 views

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    This article describes the stages of project management and instructional design. It outlines and compares the roles of project managers and instructional designers, and discusses how designers need to use a systematic approach.
melissagarrett86

The Sensible Project Manager - 0 views

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    This site has a lot of great media resources. It includes two podcasts (a PM 101 for beginners and a more advanced one) which both have multiple casts. It also includes Google Hangouts that the host has put together, which speak to many topics related to Project Management. The Hangout pages include videos of the sessions, and suggested websites and books that came up during the videos. This is a great way to listen to experienced PMs and benefit from their list of recommended resources. An added bonus is that the site itself recommends related content and postings at the bottoms of pages, so you can easily browse around for information that interests you.
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    This is a pretty neat concept. Have you used it much? I would be interested in hearing some first hand feedback - but maybe I'll check it out and then we can discuss further!
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    Melissa, thanks for sharing I like the approach to search for resources that suits your specific needs.
crow0138

Five new trends in project management that enterprises simply can't ignore - 1 views

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    New technologies, revelations in behavioural science and changing cultures are generating exciting advances in the world of project management. In this article, I'll take a dive into five concepts that are creating buzz in the project management community, why they are important and what difference they're making in project work today.
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    Great article and how very true that traditional is going to have to be overhauled.
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    I found the five trends really interesting as they fly in the face of what we've been doing in this class. I think that everything we learned has value but with such drastic changes and approaches taking place it makes you wonder if the focus we've been on is in the wrong areas?? Anyway, I also came across this for Top 10 Trends in PM for 2013 which is similar in some ways: http://www.itbusinessedge.com/slideshows/top-10-trends-in-project-management-for-2013.html
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    Great find Adrienne!
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    I really like this one! Thanks for another great read! #3 is especially good!
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    Agreed - it is nice to read something forward-thinking.
Michael Kazan

Six Essential Skills for Managing Conflict - 0 views

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    Great concise article on conflict management with specific strategic tips. The goal is not just to resolve conflict, but rather to work through conflict toward a productive outcome.
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    Great article. I love the very first point - finding the common goal to concentrate on, and using your empathy to approach your adversary as you would a friend.
Peggy Liu

Helping Your People Develop Emotional Intelligence - 0 views

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    Here is a nice article on emotional intelligent. I like the topic very much.
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    Peggy, this is a great article and definitely something I can use in my workplace. I think acknowledging how teams deal with and use EI is great in helping create strong interpersonal relationships. Thank you for sharing!
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    I appreciate this too. One of the things I was curious about after our EI discussions was how best to share knowledge of EI, self-awareness and empathetic communication with team members. It seems to me that rather than just using the techniques we have learned ourselves, we should share them with others as well, so that they understand the approach and the improved empathy is able to move both ways. So this is great to have some advice about that specifically.
dschlutz

PMI Agile Toolbox - 0 views

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    Embrace agile and get into the action. Many project professionals see the growing demand in organizations for an agile approach to project management. When you add agile methodologies to your toolbox of project management practices, you'll have greater breadth as a project manager.
Jaime Clark

10 Tips for being more customer-centric on your projects - 9 views

Yes, Giselle, I find that I often use technology rather than face time - even with friends and family. It's convenient and I can get a lot accomplished, but at what cost? We might need to be more d...

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Giselle Shangi-Ellis

The Accidental Project Manager - 2 views

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    One reason PMs fail is their desire to get the product right the first time. This site says that this is an unrealistic expectation and that we should expect to get it wrong the first time and communicate this to our team. The dynamics will change making them more open and less pressured to "make the wrong step". This approach is modeled by Microsoft which generally takes about 3 times before they get a product right. Other useful tips and lessons follow such as Less is More. An uplifting site that reminds us that it is okay to make mistakes as long as we learn from them.
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    Very insightful article. The point the article made that I felt was interesting was the part about how it can be hard early on to not test what they are making. Easy to go down the wrong direction.
lewis648

6 Practical Ways Managers Can Motivate Their Team - 4 views

I like the distinction of people who have a vision they are working toward and people who don't really see what they do want in their futures, but still understand what they DON'T want. One type c...

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curtpavia

Emotional Intelligence Infographic - 8 views

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    I am posting this for the visual learners and others who like infographics. It gives evidence of the benefits of Emotional Intelligence in the workplace and personal life.
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    I am one of those visual learners Curt :) Thanks for posting.
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    Great infographic Curt. I plan to Pin it on my groups Pinterest infographics board for Project Management.
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    very useful infographic.
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    I like this. I'm very visual, and I appreciated the visual/artistic approach to this post!
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