Project Success

Ever been part of a really tough project? So tough that you had to eat a teammate? Unfortunately for an infamous group of pioneers, the effort to migrate to California reached those depths of project failure. Fortunately for us, we can use their story and other, historical examples to underscore the value of clear expectations. Whether it's a tragic journey west, the loss of a spacecraft (for the second time), or the creation of a chatbot that turned into one of the nastiest personas on the Internet, failed projects share a common trait; expectations could have been more clear. ‘MAP. ...

Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky met in war-torn 1960s Israel. Both were gifted young psychology professors: Kahneman a rootless son of Holocaust survivors who saw the world as a problem to be solved, Tversky a voluble, instinctual blur of energy. In this breathtaking new audiobook, Michael Lewis tells the extraordinary story of a relationship that became a shared mind: one which created the field of behavioural economics, revolutionising everything from Big Data to medicine.

Unleash the 'Game Tester' in you with the new eBook, "Game Testing and Quality Assurance"! This comprehensive guide serves as an ultimate roadmap to the fascinating world of game testing and QA, a vital part of successful game development. Imagine having a go-to manual that progressively navigates you through the industry's practices, tools, and methodologies. This valuable resource commences with a solid introduction to Quality Assurance in game development, elaborates on the distinction between Testing and QA, and elucidates the roles and responsibilities of a QA Team. The eBook further ...

Seize control of your path to project success with the groundbreaking eBook, "Mastery through Monitoring and Controlling." This masterful guide dives deeply into the critical essence of successful project management monitoring and control. Get ready to up your project management game with this powerful tool at your literal fingertips! "Mastery through Monitoring and Controlling" opens with a comprehensive exploration into the fundamentals of project monitoring and controlling, detailing their definitions, importance and how they connect to successful project delivery. Smoothen the journey ...

Unlock Your Leadership Potential with Mindset for PMP Are you ready to develop the adaptive mindset of a top-performing project manager? If the answer is YES, then Mindset for PMP is the perfect resource for you!If you find yourself struggling with high-pressure decision-making, team leadership, or staying focused under stress, this book provides the mental frameworks and practical tools to bridge the gap between knowledge and execution. This isn’t just another theory-heavy book—it’s a hands-on guide packed with real-world scenarios, practical exercises, and leadership strategies to ...

Despite the countless seminars, courses, and management books designed to hone good leaders, over 79% of employees leave their jobs due to poor leadership. Why is this happening? Award-winning executive consultant Chris Mefford and retired, high-ranking US Navy SEAL trainer Kyle Buckett argue that organizations need more than just leaders. They need successful teams. Mefford and Buckett are passionate about how our leadership model has failed and spotlight a new work culture that actually works.

How to Live a Good Life is a practical and provocative modern-day manual for a life well-lived. Drawn from the intersection of science, spirituality, and Jonathan Fields' years-long quest to learn at the feet of world-renowned masters from nearly every tradition, this book offers a simple, yet stunningly powerful tool for life.

Nedd Brockmann isn’t afraid to dream big. Fresh after running fifty marathons in fifty days, the twenty-three-year-old had an idea: a 4000-kilometre run across Australia, averaging 100 kilometres per day with the aim of completing it in the fastest known time of 43 days. He wasn’t chasing fame or public recognition. He just wanted to test his limits and raise a million dollars for homelessness in the process.

Are you ready to take your project management to the next level? Today's project managers are critical to the strategic growth of their organizations. Belinda Goodrich, an international project management expert, shares her greatest techniques in order to stand apart as a phenomenal, and kick ass, project manager!

Tim Gunn, America's favorite reality TV cohost, is known for his kind but firm approach in providing wisdom, guidance, and support to the scores of design hopefuls on Project Runway. Having begun his fashion career as a teacher at Parsons The New School for Design, Tim knows more than a thing or two about mentorship and how to convey invaluable pearls of wisdom in an approachable, accessible manner.

Can you DOUBLE your salary in your 9-5 job? Yes, you can! This eBook offers proven strategies to double your salary and revitalize your entire professional outlook. Discover what you are capable of with actionable advice that catapults your career to new heights. What This Career Development eBook Offers: Salary Increase Tactics: Learn how I significantly increased my income and how you can do the same. Essential Career Skills: Master leadership, time management, interviewing, and resume writing. Productivity Boosters: Find out how to accomplish more in less time and maximize your workday ...

Let an experienced Project Manager guide you through your first project. Your first introduction to delivering a successful project, for anyone who is about to manage your first small project and wants to know what your priorities are at each step of the way. With this book, you will be able to... - Navigate the stages of a successful project - Define your project to build the foundation to success - Pull together a robust project plan - Anticipate and handle for project risks - Prepare to engage with your stakeholders - Do everything you need to during the crucial delivery stage Project ...

For the last 15 years you've been fed a diet of methods and processes as the answer to failing projects. Yet, the best projects are the result of the person that leads them and the environment they create. In order to delight stakeholders and transform organizations you need the skills to inspire project teams and create a culture of success.

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Embark on a journey through the dynamic and demanding world of construction with "Constructing Success," a comprehensive eBook designed to equip readers with the foundational building blocks for excellence in construction management. As the industry experiences rapid evolution, this groundbreaking volume unveils the ins and outs of navigating the multifaceted terrain of modern construction projects. From the concrete foundations to the soaring skyscrapers, "Constructing Success" is your blueprint to understand the multi-layered aspects of construction management. The first chapter lays a ...

An unstoppable business revolution is under way - and it is Agile. Companies that embrace Agile Management learn to connect everyone and everything...all the time. They can deliver instant, intimate, frictionless value on a large scale.

Most problems are fairly easy: they have a few likely potential root causes. The most important problems often have hundreds or thousands of potential root causes within very complex systems. Such problems are hard problems, and are highly resistant to guessing, brainstorming, or problem-solving methodologies that require conjuring a list of possible causes. Great problem-solvers are armed with a set of behaviors that allows them to avoid guessing.

There is an awesome human within every single one of us. The Awesome Human Project is the essential guidebook to help you embrace your awesome human and become the best version of yourself - with courage and compassion.

In the fast-paced world of engineering, effective project management is essential for success. The Engineer’s Guide to Project Management: Practical Strategies for Success offers engineers a practical framework to navigate complex projects with confidence. This comprehensive guide merges technical expertise with strategic planning and leadership, providing actionable insights for each stage of the project lifecycle.

"Embark on a transformative journey with 'Strategic Project Management: Unlocking Success Through Effective Strategies.' In this groundbreaking guide tailored for seasoned project managers, discover the keys to elevating your projects from mere tasks to strategic triumphs. Unleash the power of insightful planning, risk mitigation, and adaptive leadership to navigate the dynamic landscape of project management. This indispensable resource delves into the art of aligning project objectives with overarching organizational goals, ensuring not just success, but strategic success. Learn to wield ...