The email reply, that matters

“It is a pleasure to communicate with you, Mr Demcak”. That was a reply to email communication between me and my “project” client, which forced me to think. What reaction do I expect when sending an email? “Thank you very much for your prompt reply.” “Thank you for sending me the file in advance, it […]

Cognitive PM methodology: The conceptual nut bolts

Thinking machines are no fluke or fiction but could be formidable human ally that, if used ethically, can help augment human living experience. Thinking machines with cognitive capabilities can provide value-added support across various fields including (but not limited to) medicine, engineering, science, business and human day-to-day living. However, effectiveness of thinking machines lies in […]

IPMA Best Practices: Project Management Association Finland (PMAF) had a successful spring of webinars

One of the most prominent and loved things we do for our members have always been our events. Which we have plenty: approximately 60 – 80 per year. Since the whole world went upside down due to the seriousness of the global coronavirus epidemic, we also had to sit down and think about what can […]

Do you get inspired by winners and successful Project Managers?

We believe we all do! We all need good mentors and references in all fields. Having good networking, excellent and healthy relationships, and that you can relate to – helps you to challenge yourself and go to the next level in this process, whether online or in-person events or competitions. Connecting people around topics like […]

IPMA Best Practices: an Interview with Brigitte Schaden – “PM Is a Living Practical Science”

This material was originally published in the Chinese Magazine “PM Review” A long friendship with PM begins by chance I noticed that you majored in science in college. Why did you build your career in project management? Brigitte Schaden: It was “by chance”. I had an IT career and at that time (in the 1980s), […]

Have you had your avocado today?

I have to disappoint you. This article is not about the so-called “alligator pear.” No dietary advice. It is about adopting knowledge into ability. The word avocado is being used here as a metaphor; please read my article Healthy competencies to discover the parallel 😉 Taking into account that your disappointment was not big enough […]

‘Made by AI’ PM education model: Promises and pitfalls

‘Made by AI’ may have sounded like an idea from outer space a few years back, but not any longer. The growing use of artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled technologies is making the ‘AI made’ brand a reality. If anything, COVID-19 crisis has further emphasized the importance of technologies like AI for business and social life continuity, […]

IPMA Continuing Professional Development (CPD): On Your Way to Becoming a Project Professional

What is a profession? A profession is a disciplined group of individuals who adhere to ethical standards. They are accepted by the public as possessing special competencies in a widely recognized body of knowledge derived from research, education and training at a high level. They are ready to apply these competencies in the interest of […]

IPMA Best Practices: Comparing Crisis and Project Management

As you might know, in The Netherlands we have an ‘intelligent’ lockdown. Our chair asked me if there were commonalities in project and crisis management. As a board member for research and education, I will answer this research-based. The IPMA World Congress 2014 featured a UN speaker illustrating differences. In crisis there is a shortage […]

Make sure you feel good being a Project Manager

Your energy level when managing the project is highly essential Whether we manage the corporate department, manufacturing operation, or even our own business, it’s crucial to take advantage of any initiatives that will help us save money and sustain our business for a long time. One such initiative is an energy audit. Energy audits reveal […]