Making Communication Effective
I recently sat through a remediation meeting with a customer. They had a list of complaints, some valid and others less so, but one theme kept coming back around: “We…
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March 4, 2026
Asking for Feedback
How often do you actively seek feedback in your projects? From clients, the stakeholders, or even from the project team? I read something earlier this week which got me thinking…
February 23, 2026
When You’re The PMO
“Congratulations! You’re our first Project Manager.” Or perhaps the only Project Manager. In a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), this often means you aren’t just running projects; you are the…
February 16, 2026
What Are You Compensating For?
Do you find yourself chasing things that should happen automatically? Over-checking work that should already be checked? Or, maybe just being the only person who “knows how this really works”?…
February 9, 2026
The Art of Being in Control (Knowing Everything)
Control is often mistaken for certainty. In projects, we’re rewarded for knowing: the plan, the risks, the numbers, the answer in the meeting. It feels reassuring to have everything mapped…
January 25, 2026
Process vs. Bureaucracy: Where SMEs Get It Wrong
In the growth cycle of a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), there is a persistent tension between the need for order and the fear of stagnation. Owners and leaders know…
January 19, 2026
The Hidden Cost of ‘Winging It’
Why You Need Just Enough Project Structure (and No More) Projects often start with the best intentions and a team eager to "just get going." Fast forward a few months:…
January 11, 2026
Quality in Project Management
Getting It Right Without Overcomplicating It. When you hear the word “quality,” you probably tend to think of great, well-made and reliable products. Certainly, in my background of managing New…
January 2, 2026
Implementing a Lean Project Delivery System – Part 5
Applying lean principles to project management provides a simple, flexible, and tailored approach to projects of any scale. This allows SMEs to maximise their competitive advantages, such as flexibility and…
December 21, 2025
Implementing a Lean Project Delivery System – Part 4
Applying lean principles to project management provides a simple, flexible, and tailored approach to projects of any scale. This allows SMEs to maximise their competitive advantages, such as flexibility and…
December 19, 2025