Many studies suggest that up to 70% of strategic initiatives fail to deliver their intended outcomes. For organisations, this isn’t just about missed deadlines—it’s about losing competitive advantage, wasting resources, and slowing innovation. Consider this scenario: your organisation sets a bold goal to increase market share by 25%. Teams dive into execution, but progress stalls. […]
How GenAI is Changing the Game in Risk Management
While casually unwinding, I found myself thinking about project risks—those sneaky little things that can derail even the best-laid plans. You can have everything perfectly mapped out, but if you don’t spot risks early enough, things can go sideways fast. That got me wondering: What if we didn’t have to wait for risks to hit […]
Tennis-Inspired Insights for Better Project Management
The early sun gleamed on the net, and my sneakers squeaked softly against the court’s surface. I’d spent over a decade managing projects—negotiating timelines, soothing ruffled stakeholders, and orchestrating complex workstreams— here, with a racket in hand, I felt as if I’d been handed a high-stakes initiative without a roadmap: uncertain, untested, and starting entirely […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Project Risk Management
Project risk management is a critical component of successful project delivery. It involves identifying, assessing, and prioritizing potential risks that may impact the project’s objectives and taking proactive measures to mitigate them. By following a structured risk management process, project managers can increase the likelihood of project success and ensure that their projects are completed […]
Strategies for Dealing with Abrasive Colleagues
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve probably encountered an abrasive co-worker at some point in your career. Trust me, I’ve been there too! It’s not always easy to deal with people who have a rough edge, especially when it comes to the workplace. But don’t worry, I’m here to help! First things first, it’s […]
Mastering the Project Manager Interview: Tips for Success
Project management is a critical role in any organization, requiring a unique set of skills and experience to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders. As a project manager, you need to showcase your expertise in your resume and effectively communicate your abilities in the interview. In this […]