ChinnamonProblem 101: How can I motivate contributors to participate in project retrospective analysis?Once a project is finished, people tend to want to move on to the next thing. Also, assessing lessons learned requires yet another meeting…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 100: What are good practices for ending a canceled project?Not every project ends as planned. There are many reasons for projects to end prematurely, but there is value to be realized even when you…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 99: How should I realistically assess the success and value of my project management…Measuring project success can be a surprisingly difficult and confusing topic. Because by definition projects are all different, direct…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 98: What should I consider when setting up software tools I will be using to coordinate…Depends on:Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 97: How should I select and implement software tools for project documentation, scheduling…The tools available to help project leaders do their job range from very low tech to expensive, complicated computer applications…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 96: What should I consider when adopting technology-based communication tools?Some of the purposes served by remote communications are explored in Problem 71, and Problem 72 focuses on how best to communicate…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 95: What should I do to establish control when taking over a project where I was not…Sometimes you must assume leadership for a project that someone else started. To do this well, you must keep things going while you…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 94: How should I manage reviews for lengthy projects?For most projects, you can plan about six months into the future with reasonable confidence. Beyond this planning horizon, things can…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 93: How can I minimize unsatisfactory deliverable and timing issues when outsourcing?Satisfactory outsourcing of project work begins with a good selection and engagement process, as described in Problem 29. To keep things…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
ChinnamonProblem 92: How can I effectively manage projects where the staff is managed by others?Getting project results when you lack authority over members of your team is a big challenge for most project leaders. It begins with…Oct 7, 2022Oct 7, 2022
