The importance of collaboration skills
I strongly believe in the importance of collaboration skills, but let’s also prepare ourselves for the fact that: During our project management career, we will have to make numerous decisions that may harm someone’s interests. During our project management career, we will also have to confront people sometimes. During our project management career there will be people who will not like us. During our project management career we cannot make everyone happy. As Steve Jobs said, if you want to make everyone happy, don’t be a leader, sell ice cream!
Conference in Bosch
A few weeks ago I had the honour of speaking as a Keynote Speaker at the recent Project Management Conference at Bosch.It was an incredible opportunity to engage with professionals from the automotive industry.Conferences like these are invaluable for knowledge exchange and learning. They provide a unique platform to connect with industry experts, thought leaders, and like-minded professionals who are passionate about project management. I was delighted to participate in discussions, hear diverse perspectives, and contribute to the collective wisdom of the project management community.Sharing my experiences and lessons learned throughout my career has always been a fulfilling endeavor. As a Keynote Speaker, I had the privilege of delivering a talk on virtual project management techniques, best practices, and emerging trends. I strongly believe in the power of collaboration and the transformative potential of shared knowledge.The sessions conducted by experts in the field broadened my understanding of the latest tools, methodologies, and technologies.Networking with fellow attendees was a highlight of the event. Building new connections and nurturing professional relationships with individuals who are equally passionate about project management was truly inspiring. Collaborating with them will undoubtedly spark new ideas and approaches.I want to express my sincere gratitude to the conference organizer Robert Denes, PMP, Mate Krejcarek, Veszpréminé Cseh Gabriella and PMI Budapest, Hungarian Chapter giving me the opportunity to contribute to the project management community.It was an honor to be a part of such an esteemed event, and I thoroughly enjoyed engaging with all the incredible professionals in attendance.
The watermelon effect in project management
We call it the watermelon effect when a project that is actually red is reported as green. The truth is that it is really unpleasant in the short term for those who work on the project to deliver bad news, I agree. In the long term, however, transparency is a prerequisite for projects to work well and to be successful. Unrealistic expectations, lack of adequate sponsorship and a culture of mistrust in the organisation are at the root of watermelon projects in most cases. Unfortunately, I have seen many projects and project managers fail due to the watermelon effect in the project organisation. It is important to note that, in my opinion, the project manager has a partial responsibility for reporting projects is a transparent way, because if there is no management behind him/her to support and deal with the problem with honesty and transparency, then the project manager simply cannot succeed.
7 key influencing factors in project management
Earlier, I wrote a short article about the importance of project tailoring and howimportant it is for the project manager to understand the environment in which he orshe is managing the project.But what are the factors that influence the project environment?In my experience, the following factors could have a significant impact on yourproject:
The Significance of Understanding Company Culture for Project Managers
As a project manager, navigating the complexities of different projects may seem like the primary challenge. However, one crucial aspect that often goes unnoticed but can significantly impact project success is understanding the company culture. Company culture plays a vital role in shaping the dynamics, communication, and overall working environment within an organization. Here’s why it’s essential for project managers to grasp and embrace the company culture:
