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Organizational Skills: Beyond the To-Do List

By Kathy Martucci, PMP: In every interview, there’s invariably a question about our organizational skills.  Let’s take a minute to think about how we’ve answered this question in the past.  I’ll bet most of us said we use to-do…
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Using Dr. Oz’s Info on Circadian Rhythms to Our Best Business Advantage

By Vicki Wrona, PMP: In September, Dr. Oz had a show on the best time to do anything. In it, he discussed several things that we can use to our benefit at work. This information centers around working with our natural circadian rhythms. From…
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Please Rate This Blog a Five

by Rob Zell: After a recent purchase at a chain pharmacy, the associate showed me on my receipt the number I could call to take a quick service survey. She ended by saying, “…and we would appreciate if you gave us fives.” You have probably…
Feeling Overwhelmed? Tackling Unpopular Tasks
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Feeling Overwhelmed?
Tackling Unpopular Tasks

By Vicki Wrona, PMP The end of a calendar or fiscal year often leaves us feeling overwhelmed, but those feelings are not limited to that time of year. As Project Managers or managers in general, we are often juggling many things and have…
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Plan B: How to Make an
Effective Contingency Plan

By Craig Covello, PMP: The simplest path between any two points is a straight line.  The logic of geometry cannot be argued, however, geometry does not necessarily mirror the journey required to deliver a project on time and within budget. …
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Goldplating: A Dilemma for the Over-Achiever

by Kathy Martucci, PMP: Goldplating. Say that word out loud. It sounds really great rolling off the tongue. But wait! As rich and wonderful as it sounds, it is a dangerous trend when it starts to become the norm on your project. As conscientious…