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 »
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 »
We’ve heard saying like “It’s not what you say, but how you say it”; “Actions speak louder than words”; “It’s not what you way, but how you feel when you say it.” After an incident this past week, I totally agree with all of those statements more than ever. Why?
It’s not what you say (Part II) Read More »
I recently was asked “How do you handle the “pains in the neck” at the office, home and social environments.
How do you handle the “pains in the necks” on your projects? Read More »
A common culprit behind schedule slips is adding up estimates for building subunits and not accounting for verification and integration.
Done or Done Done? Read More »
The “secret” code to success and advancement in any organization is to make yourself more valuable, align with organizational goals,
The Complete Project Manager – Summary Read More »
Today’s busy lifestyle and every-changing technology makes it difficult to stay on top (never mind ahead). If we’re too busy taking care of today’s’ business, how can we find time to prepare for tomorrow? Granted, this opens a can of worms. There are many avenues to this discussion. Today, we’ll try to focus on “how to stay knowledgeable and continue to be considered an expert in my field.”
Finding time to stay ahead Read More »
This is a little snippet from my Raleigh presentation at the Total Health Seminar. The Total Health Seminar is packed
What do you do when it’s someone else that is STRESSING YOU OUT!!!! Read More »
I’ve heard that “It’s the thought that counts”.
I’ve heard that “Action speaks louder than words.”
I’ve heard that “I think, therefore I am.”
I’ve heard that “The pen is mightier than the sword.”
So – which is “more” right? Which is more important, thought or action?
Which is better, thought or action? Read More »