Game theory is a mathematical method for analyzing calculated circumstances, such as in games, where a person’s success is based upon the choices of others. More formally, it is “the study of mathematical models of conflict and cooperation between intelligent rational decision-makers.” An alternative term suggested “as a more descriptive name for the discipline” is interactive decision theory.
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One of your responsibilities as Project Manager is to ensure project milestones are being met, and that everyone is on
Status is Important… Is That Right? Read More »
A couple of weeks ago we celebrated Veterans’ Day, and of course all government offices, banks, schools, and many businesses
We Feed Off Your Fear… Read More »
As Project Managers, you have many tools at your disposal to help you succeed. You’ve got extensive training, some measure
Influence & Expectations Read More »
So many projects depend on IT and business alignment, and so many fail because that alignment is often like a Platonic ideal unrealizable in the real world. The question is:
why projects fail,
who’s to blame,
and how to fix the problem.
Why projects fail? Read More »
I was speaking to a fellow speaker (who was a developer from Germany). He was sharing that his company will be sending him to 15 conferences this year. I was amazed and impressed at the expense his company was investing in him. “Wow! Share with me what you are bringing back to them, that makes it worth their investment to continue to fund all these trips for you?” He looked confused. “I mean, what is there ‘return on investment’. What are they getting out of these funded trips. How are your trips accomplishing their business goals?”
Adding value is as simple as taking that extra step….. Read More »
Many wise people will advise: Slow down to speed up Pausing to be creative Take a break to stay energized
T-Time for Success Read More »
One of the more challenging aspects in any career is quantifying your achievement during your performance evaluations or job interviews. How can you most effectively and easily do this?
How to quantify your acheivements Read More »
Someone recently asked me “If I see a peer doing something wrong, how can I gently correct them so that they will change their behavior, and how can I do it without giving offense?”Unsolicited advice is a tricky business because it includes at least three faulty premises.
How to correct a peer so they will listen Read More »
Most of us associate being compassionate, nonjudgmental, and allowing the other to be and do as they please — as laying the foundation to “being taken advantage of”. It’s very natural to assume this. But, I’m suggesting, to allow the steam roller to be the steam roller – doesn’t mean to place oneself in its path.
Avoiding Monsters: Sucker Proofing Your Relationships Read More »
One of the best pieces of advice I can give you regarding decision-making is to stand on your own two
Don’t Smoke the Newspaper Read More »