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1.4 Sustainability as a performance target, the logic of inclusion
Andy Murray, in his discussions regarding the PRINCE2 V7 project management guidance, addresses the crucial inclusion of sustainability as a core performance target. Given the pressing global concerns around the environment and climate change, he emphasizes the importance of embedding sustainabil...
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1.5 Focusing on application of the method in seeking lessons
Andy Murray, the Lead Editor of PRINCE2 V7, delves into the updated methodologies within PRINCE2's project management approach. Highlighting the evolved 'Learning from Experience' principle, he emphasizes the transition from a "push" to a "pull" model for disseminating lessons learned. Instead of...
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1.6 Lack of follow-up leads to documentation not being updated.
In this insightful segment, Andy Murray, the Lead Editor of PRINCE2 V7, sheds light on the pragmatism of project management. He stresses that the core approach is to achieve the desired results with the least amount of work. Highlighting human tendencies, he notes that if reports are not being re...
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Issues in perfoming arts projects
Lynne Bradley, a director in the performing arts, emphasizes the importance of communication skills in her field. She believes in the power of creative and innovative thinking to overcome challenges. According to her, initial obstacles, which may seem insurmountable, can often be addressed with a...
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Stakeholder focus First Nations Sunshine Coast artists and performers
Lynne Bradley, a renowned director in the performing arts, shares her insights on the dynamics of meetings and collaborations. She emphasizes that while some meetings have a clear, concise agenda, allowing for quick, 30-minute discussions, her experiences with First Nations artists are notably di...
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Project and program benefits
David Griffiths, a Project and Program Management Trainer, underscores the value of a program environment in managing projects. Such an environment offers enhanced coordination of all related projects. Moreover, it makes it more straightforward to advocate for necessary projects to senior managem...
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Project and program examples
David Griffiths, an expert in Project and Program Management, highlights the long-term nature of certain projects and the tangible benefits they bring. Using the example of building a new mattress system that spans over 15 years, he emphasizes the need for forward-looking management in such endea...
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Active listening for leaders
Cate Crombie, a Communications trainer, presents a step in effective communication, labeled "Link to a Feeling". This step emphasizes the importance of active listening, particularly when someone expresses concerns or emotions.
In this step, the listener acknowledges the speaker's feelings and p...
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Feelings in the workplace
Cate Crombie, a communications trainer, discusses the challenges associated with expressing feelings, especially in professional settings. She advises against using the "f word" – referring to "feelings" – as emotions can be difficult to articulate. Often, individuals guard their vulnerability, t...
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The complexity cliff
Andy Murray, the Executive Director of the Major Projects Association, underscores the complexities inherent in handling major projects and offers insights on managing these complexities.
Andy advocates for two primary approaches:
Simplification: This involves stripping down a project to its es...
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Martha Tong
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My work in both public and private sectors has focussed on designing and implementing strategies to improve organisational performance. Having a background in management systems, programme management and organisational planning, I can quickly understand business needs to develop practical, cost-e...
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Scott Spence
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CourseSales.com: A student management system that improves sales and automates administration for training organisations with a particular emphasis on Registered Training Organisations. My role is to ensure the best possible experience for new customers and maintain that with existing customers. ...
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Lynne Bradley
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Dr LYNNE BRADLEY has worked as a leader in the arts and education sectors for the past 30 years. In 1992 she co-founded Zen Zen Zo Physical Theatre and spent two decades building Zen Zen Zo into an internationally renowned performance and training centre. As an arts organisation focused on innova...
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Andy Murray
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I am the Executive Director of the Major Projects Association (MPA).
I am a Chartered Director, a Fellow of the Institute of Directors (IOD) and a member of the Association For Project Management (APM). I am the Deputy Chair of the the APM Governance SIG's committee. I was the co-lead author of...
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Jo Lucas
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Jo is a director of Co.Cre8, a consultancy that enables thriving project ecosystems through knowledge, networks, and behaviours. Jo uses systems thinking to provide expertise in setting up and reconnecting delivery ecosystems in complex projects and organisations through creating aligned ways of ...
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Cate Crombie
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Certified Trainer with The International Centre for NonViolent Communication
MetaCommuniCate
2005 - Present · 18 yrs 9 mos2005 - Present · 18 yrs 9 mos
Board of Directors Company Secretary
Centre for Nonviolent Communication
Jan 2015 - Present · 8 yrs 9 mos
Albuquerque, New Mexico Area
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Standard project frameworks have benefits and challenges
Martha Tong, a Project Manager, offers an insightful commentary on the dynamics of managing diverse personalities within a project. She emphasizes that while uniformity may seem desirable for simplifying project management, it can lead to a lack of creativity and stagnation.
Here's a breakdown o...
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PRINCE2 welcome
Scott Spence, the CEO of CC Learning, provides guidance to individuals about to embark on a training journey. Here's a summarized breakdown of his key advice:
Overview of Training Content: He begins by outlining the core areas the training will cover - process, management techniques, communicati...
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Lessons: benefits, baselines and stakeholder engagement
Martha Tong, a Project Manager, emphasizes the importance of clear communication and understanding at the outset of a project, particularly when collaborating across different teams or sectors. Here's a breakdown of her main points:
Differences in Similar Sectors: Martha acknowledges that while ...
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Communicating with project people
Martha Tong, a Project Manager, shares her thoughts on the importance of understanding the context and concerns of stakeholders in a project. Here's a breakdown of her statement:
Importance of Understanding: Martha emphasizes the need to spend time genuinely trying to understand the issues at ha...
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Benefits of urban regeneration projects
Martha Tong, a Project Manager, discusses the challenges of maintaining a focus on project benefits, especially when there is no financial constraint.
Martha highlights an interesting scenario:
Lack of Financial Constraints: Projects often face challenges when budgets run tight, but here Martha...