Creating a project organization chart is easy (use this template)

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Knowing who you (and your team members) need to talk to in a project is essential. There may be dozens … Click to read article …

What is scope creep in project management?

This article explains the meaning of the term scope creep in the project management context.

Do you feel socially excluded because coworkers use those fancy terms like scope creep? Don’t worry. I’ve been in project management … Click to read article …

Need a project action item tracker? Here’s a good one

Here you can download a project action item tracker for Excel that is useful in project management

How do you keep your project on track? You diligently track the work of your team and make sure tasks … Click to read article …

How to escalate project issues (without causing a fire)

This article shows how to escalate issues in a project

So, you’ve tried everything? Friendly reminders, motivational speech, clear pointers — but somehow the situation is not improving. Either sub-optimal … Click to read article …

Taking vacation when you’re managing a project

As you are reading this, I am sitting on the balcony, enjoying the view of palm trees, listening to birds … Click to read article …

Simple project escalation matrix template to define escalation paths

Article about an escalation matrix template for Excel for projects

“You should escalate this issue!” “Yeah, but to whom?” If that’s your response to the advice of your colleague, then … Click to read article …