Category: Leadership

Project Manager`s Soft Skills
Leadership, Management, Negotiation, Personal Productivity, Remote Teams, Soft Skills, Teambuilding

Top Soft Skills Every Project Manager Needs to Master

Those who want to pursue a career in project management or those who wish to transition to a project manager`s role from another position are often interested in what skills are needed to become a successful project manager. At the same time, heated debates are taking place among those already in the field about what is more important for project managers – soft skills or hard skills. … [ Read the rest...]
Ground rules for project team
Leadership, Management, Remote Teams

How to Kickstart Your Project with Effective Team Ground Rules

What Are the Ground Rules? When a new team meets to start work on a new project, it is very important to establish operating agreements, called ground rules. These group rules are the set of values and guidelines that the team establishes consciously to help individual members act properly. They articulate the expected behaviors for team members in the future.  Why are ground rules so important?… [ Read the rest...]
Leadership, Meetings, Remote Teams

The 9 Golden Rules for a Productive Virtual Meeting

Today project teams distributed all over the globe are becoming more and more widespread. Obviously, project management practices are also evolving in response to these changes. Let’s take meetings as an example of the most powerful project management means. Hosting a productive and efficient virtual meeting within a co-located team has been always a challenge that requires a set of specific skills and experience.… [ Read the rest...]
Leadership, Management, Personal Productivity

How to Stay Motivated When Working on Boring or Repetitive Tasks

Let’s face it—not every task we encounter in our personal or professional lives will be thrilling. Whether it’s entering data into spreadsheets, folding laundry, or performing repetitive steps in a workflow, monotony is unavoidable. However, learning to stay motivated during these times is essential for maintaining productivity and avoiding burnout. Here’s a deep dive into strategies you can adopt to stay energized and focused, even when the work feels tedious.… [ Read the rest...]
How to Turn Group of People into a Team
Leadership, Remote Teams, Teambuilding

How to Turn a Group of People into a Real Team

Bringing together a group of people and turning them into a cohesive team is both an art and a science. Whether you’re working on a professional project, organizing a community effort, or leading a volunteer initiative, the ability to create unity among diverse individuals is a crucial skill. The process goes beyond assigning tasks or setting a shared goal—it’s about building relationships, fostering trust, and creating a sense of belonging.… [ Read the rest...]
Leadership, Management, Stakeholder Management

How to Measure Stakeholder Engagement: A Comprehensive Guide for Project Managers

Effective stakeholder engagement is critical for the success of any project. Stakeholders, ranging from executive sponsors to end-users, have varying degrees of interest and influence on your project. Managing these relationships effectively ensures alignment, minimizes risks, and enhances collaboration. But how do you measure stakeholder engagement? And how can tools like the Stakeholder Engagement Matrix help? In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the strategies, tools, and metrics for measuring stakeholder engagement and integrating the Stakeholder Engagement Matrix into your project management process.… [ Read the rest...]
Communication, Leadership, Management, Scrum

What Makes a Good Retrospective Meeting?

Retrospectives are the backbone of continuous improvement in agile teams. They offer a recurring opportunity for teams to reflect, learn, and adapt. However, not all retrospectives are created equal. A poorly executed retrospective can feel like a box-ticking exercise, while a well-structured and engaging one can drive real change and improvement. So, what makes a good retrospective meeting? Let’s explore the key principles, practical tips, and creative techniques that can transform retrospectives into highly productive and even enjoyable sessions.… [ Read the rest...]
Leadership, Scrum, Teambuilding

A Day in the Life of a Scrum Master: What Does a Scrum Master Do?

If you’ve ever wondered what does a Scrum Master do all day, you’re not alone. From facilitating meetings to guiding teams through Agile principles, the Scrum Master plays a pivotal role in modern software development and beyond. While the job title might seem straightforward, the day-to-day life of a Scrum Master is filled with diverse responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities to make a lasting impact.… [ Read the rest...]
Leadership, Management, Time Management

How to Keep Track of Multiple Projects

From my experience, the worst nightmare of a project manager is managing multiple projects at a time. Yet, according to an RGTP survey, 85 % of project managers live their professional lives in this nightmare. And unfortunately, I`m in that number. When you work in an IT consulting company, having just one simple, warm, and cozy project under your command is impossible.… [ Read the rest...]
Project Management Skills
Communication, Leadership, Management, Stakeholder Management, Time Management

Navigating Success as a Project Manager: Essential Skills and Competencies

In the intricate world of project management, success is defined not just by completing tasks, but by achieving objectives efficiently and effectively. For those tasked with leading projects, a robust set of skills and competencies is indispensable. This article delves into these essential project manager skills, offering both budding and seasoned project managers a comprehensive guide to refining and enhancing their abilities.… [ Read the rest...]