Many moons ago I heard this quote “If someone wants to do something they’ll find a way, if not they’ll find an excuse.” I wish I could properly attribute this, but I have no idea where I heard or read it. This doesn’t mean that [...]
There’s a misconception in the corporate world about project managers. Some people think they exist to irritate everyone into following rules. Some people think they exist to make the impossible possible. The truth is that project managers are the glue that unites disparate functions toward [...]
Happiness is growth. Yes, of course we get joy from achieving goals and reaching finish lines. BUT half of the joy in the finish comes from the learning curve. The times in my life where I have felt the best were the times when I [...]
As project managers, we are often faced with stressful situations when issues arise. Whether it’s a timeline change or missed deadlines or even miscommunications, it’s easy to perceive these challenges as a “project catastrophe.” When faced with these situations, I tend to take a step [...]
As a Project Manager, my role is vastly different from other team members. They are the doers—the ultra-smart experts who collaborate to produce the work. They’re responsible for strategy, technique, and quality. They prioritize innovation and impact. I am the facilitator, responsible for hitting milestones, [...]
