The power of emotionally intelligent project managers in the age of AI

The power of emotionally intelligent project managers in the age of AI

I have a confession to make. I was tempted to take a shortcut and let AI do the heavy lifting for this blog. With the monthly deadline looming, I thought it would be a clever move to enlist the help of algorithms. However, what I quickly discovered is that while AI...

How to solve the benefits realisation puzzle

How to solve the benefits realisation puzzle

Tackling benefit realisation can be as challenging as a Wasgij puzzle. So, how can project managers maximise the value of your project while navigating potential pitfalls?

Moving at a snail’s pace?

Moving at a snail’s pace?

Slow decision making — the forgotten risk of poor project management. What are the costs, how can you avoid them, and how do you make faster, better decisions?

Is governance now a dirty word?

Is governance now a dirty word?

Is governance a dirty word? I’ll admit, it’s certainly not sexy, but I’d argue it’s not dirty either. Rather, it’s a critical component of any successful project. Effective project governance all comes down to the quality of your people.

Your project needs a WOF. Here’s why.

Your project needs a WOF. Here’s why.

My car just failed its warrant of fitness – happy new year to me. It was a bit of a surprise. My car will flash and beep at me because I’m speeding or have low windscreen fluid, but could it tell me when my tyres were bald? It could not. After blaming the worn-out...

Have you been sucked into a project management black hole?

Have you been sucked into a project management black hole?

Most summers you’ll find me somewhere in the shade with a chardonnay by my side and something interesting to read. This year, I’ve gravitated towards a lot of those silly-season best and worst lists. Anyone that knows me won’t be surprised that I took particular...

Has your project leader got EQ?

Has your project leader got EQ?

EQ gets a lot of press these days, but what exactly is it? EQ, or emotional intelligence, can be best described as the ‘intelligent use of emotions’. It’s about having the self-awareness, self-control and self-expression to ensure you handle your relationships with...

Only brave leaders need apply

Only brave leaders need apply

There are some traits that a natural born leader will have that makes them shine in a challenging environment. The people that inspire others to achieve are usually emotionally intelligent and brave. As leaders, they are not afraid of confrontation.  They front foot...

Behind every successful project is a smart steering committee

Behind every successful project is a smart steering committee

The steering committee is integral to a project’s success. In too many cases the steering committee’s role is often misunderstood to be all about control. Sure, control plays a small part, but it is a minor one. The key role of the steering committee’s (SC) is seen to...