Mike Griffiths

MAY 1, 2020

Neither black nor white, predictive nor agile, project managers are increasingly finding themselves in the gray area of hybrid project management. In project environments, the use of both predictive approaches and agile approaches results in a hybrid approach. Both combinations are considered hybrids.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

With digital transformations experienced industry-wide, business leaders and change leaders are accelerating organizational development by adopting Agile methods to capture the value of a digitally disruptive era. Manage change effectively. Demonstrate proficient project management. Excel in headship and leadership roles.

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AIHR

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll look at how it happens and provide tips on how to avoid it so your organization enjoys maximum efficiency. Poor forecasting : When an organization miscalculates the number of people needed to run a new project, more employees may be hired than actually required. Contents What is overstaffing?

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Mike Griffiths

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

I am excited to announce a new eBook “ Agile Illustrated: A Visual Learners Guide to Agility ”. It is a short, graphical overview of agile and agile team leadership published as an Amazon Kindle eBook. This book is ready now and readers of this blog can get special pre-release pricing of $4.99

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NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Done correctly, Agile unlocks the true potential of a team. How do you ensure your agile teams perform at their best when traditional performance management methods are strictly undermined by the Agile principles laid out in any Scrum Master guide? Your Agile team members know it. That’s why we need Agile.

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MAY 2, 2023

Did you know that change management is one of the key components of servant leadership? Servant leadership offers a viable solution, whether for organizational development , performance management, or something else entirely. Human Resources Management. Agile Team Leadership. Look no further.

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

A skills matrix helps in this regard, providing a visual framework for determining skill levels, identifying skill gaps , and developing prospective employees, team, project, and organizational capabilities. In this article, we’ll explore a skills matrix, uncover its benefits, and provide a step-by-step guide on creating one.

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Mike Griffiths

JULY 10, 2020

How does work from home impact our use of agile approaches? If co-location is no longer possible, can we still be agile? Yes, of course we can, and in many ways, now we need to be more agile than ever as we try new approaches, learn and adapt how we work. The Agile Manifesto and Agile Principles do not mention co-location.

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Mike Griffiths

JANUARY 16, 2021

A risk-adjusted backlog is a backlog that contains activities relating to managing risk in addition to the usual features associated with delivering value. Agile projects typically prioritize the backlog based on business value or perceived needs. The Economics of Risk Management. What is a Risk-Adjusted Backlog?

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JUNE 14, 2021

What is agile methodology and how can it generate value for your business? In this post, we’ll answer these questions, plus we’ll look at: Examples of agile methods in business The pros and cons of agile Why agile has become so popular. To start off, let’s get a clear definition of what agile is.

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JULY 11, 2023

It involves assessing the company’s current state, identifying gaps, and implementing change management strategies to bridge those gaps, ultimately enabling the company to own and accept the changes that lie ahead. Business readiness transcends conventional change management by fostering a proactive mindset within organizations.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

Foster adaptability through Agile practices Agile methods initially emerged in software development but have gained traction in overseeing digital transformation efforts. Contemporary transformation practitioners are breaking down initiatives into more manageable projects with swift turnarounds and accelerated time to value.

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Mike Griffiths

MARCH 3, 2020

Meanwhile, in 1960, Tom Gilb described his Evolutionary Value Delivery approach (or Evo for short) that is widely accepted to be a forerunner of agile approaches. These ideas became the concepts embodied in backlogs by today’s agile approaches and frameworks. If these deliverables are useful for your projects, then great, create them.

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MAY 4, 2023

Why we all need Change Management Research Some people out there already know everything they want to know about change management. Change management research is extremely useful. Research helps you see how change management works. And that process allows you to understand new ways to make change projects more successful.

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Mike Griffiths

AUGUST 25, 2020

Project managers generally like plans and estimates so we can forecast when things should be done and how much they may cost. It helps manage client expectations and answer the type of questions they ask, such as " When will it be done? " and " How much will it cost? So then I felt conflicted.

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Monday Task Management

DECEMBER 7, 2020

One of the biggest mistake people make in project management is assuming that it all comes down to hard work. This is the quickest way to get a complicated, multifaceted project on track. A task board is defined as any visual aid (or “board”), digital or not, designed to keep tabs on a project. Enter the task board.

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Michael McKinney

MARCH 31, 2023

Allison @HeroesToday The Five Elements of Intentionality by James Albright @LeadershipMain Treat Your Career Pivot as an Agile Project to Make Progress Faster by @artpetty If you know exactly what you want to do for the next stage of your career, consider yourself fortunate. by @Julie_WG Self-Esteem: Why It's Career Rocket Fuel!

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Liquid Planner Leadership

MAY 24, 2022

If project management were an off-road 4×4 expedition, where teams had to plot a course through the unknown, cost and schedule contingency would be akin to the number of spare fuel cans you can carry successfully to complete the trip. Project leaders need to ask: are some foreseen risks not occurring?

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MAY 4, 2023

Why we all need Change Management Research Some people out there already know everything they want to know about change management. Change management research is extremely useful. Research helps you see how change management works. And that process allows you to understand new ways to make change projects more successful.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

According to Gartner , a scrum master is an agile coach responsible for effectively and efficiently implementing the scrum framework at a team and enterprise level. Scrum masters are responsible for the project’s progress and create project frameworks to measure and ensure a consistent structure. What Is A Scrum Master?

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JULY 1, 2021

Adaptability, agility, and resilience have become mantras for many organizations in the wake of COVID-19. The ability to survive and stay solvent drove many companies to adopt agile methods, implement large-scale organizational changes , restructure their existing operations, and more. Key Takeaways.

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APRIL 27, 2023

Workplace cultural transformation is the most challenging kind of change management project. The “human” aspect of any change project is always challenging. The specific aims of a cultural transformation project will depend on the company’s current challenges and hope for the future. Why is this so?

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Proactive change management happens when leaders actively seek to manage the challenges and opportunities in a change project. Every change project comes with many unpredictable aspects. A proactive change manager will plan for every problem. What is proactive change management?

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Enterprises that want to be ready for the future need great change management adoption practices. Even though technology implementation needs high-level project management skills, the benefits of user adoption of new strategies are immense. What Is Change Management Adoption? Why Is Change Management Important?

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Successfully managing change in the workplace is a complex task. Effective change implementation necessitates proficient change management. Successful change management strategies lead to a more cohesive and organized team, even amidst process alterations. structured or agile, collaborative or directive).

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OCTOBER 25, 2021

For instance, workflows can be affected by a number of factors, including: Employee morale Employee skill levels The enterprise digital ecosystem Business process design Organizational culture Management The work environment Employee compensation. Finally, it’s important to execute, manage, and optimize the plan.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 21, 2024

This shift isn’t merely a response to global changes; it’s a deliberate step towards fostering a more agile, inclusive, and resilient work ethos. The integration of advanced tools and platforms has become paramount for effective communication and project management. A recent study showed that 28.2%

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

According to McKinsey, companies spend an estimated $230 billion worldwide on business process management. Selecting the right business process mapping software is a strategic decision that can significantly influence an organization’s operational efficiency and agility. Pricing : Starts at $100/month.

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AIHR

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Those who are passionate about helping an organization reach its long-term goals and assisting employees across the employee life cycle will thrive in Human Resources Management careers. Contents What is Human Resource Management? The HRM function is pivotal in helping the organization achieve this. Service provider roles 1.

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JANUARY 20, 2023

Change management communication is an essential process for cultivating success and agility within an organization. This may include undertaking change management training for leaders , or completing training courses that assist leaders in how to overcome fear of organizational conflict. What Is Change Management?

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JULY 10, 2023

In a business context, competing priorities are tasks, projects, or goals that demand attention and resources at the same time but don’t align with each other. Dealing with competing priorities is a critical element of effective change management. In this article, we review everything you need to know about competing priorities.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Change management communication. Change management is the business discipline dedicated to overseeing organizational change programs. Effective change management communication strategies can reduce employee resistance, improve motivation, and enhance the outcomes of change projects. Adopt agile workflows.

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JULY 5, 2021

A manager who chooses to terminate an employee, for instance, will justify – or rationalize – that decision with a logical explanation. Each of these terms falls under the business discipline of change management, a field that focuses on executing, managing, and streamlining business changes.

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OCTOBER 18, 2021

And as the pandemic wore on, many managers and leaders understood why it is also important to have a resilient workforce. Instill agility into the workplace culture. Agility is a set of values based on responsiveness and adaptability. Organizational agility , however, depends on workforce agility.

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Liquid Planner Leadership

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Perhaps it’s something an executive called you about last night, or a new project that landed on your desk this morning. We’ve written before about the top project management prioritization issues faced by teams. We have multiple projects in flight with shared or competing resources. Common alignment challenges.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Navigating through today’s dynamic and perpetually changing business environment can encourage businesses to evolve, innovate, and anticipate the next wave of change management – emerging digital technologies or market innovations. How Can You Identify A Learning Organization?

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Mike Griffiths

MAY 26, 2020

Y)Our Thinking is Flawed Before following the conclusions to their impacts on project management, such as more remote work and an aversion to collocated workplaces, let’s review why this logic will be proved wrong. At a macroeconomic level, the business case for many projects will change. People do not behave rationally.

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