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NEW WEBINAR Overcoming the top three obstacles faced by young project managers in their first few years
From obstacles to triumphs
From obstacles to triumphs: A project manager’s early career roadmap
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If you are even thinking about enrolling in training, you need to watch my YouTube video Why selecting the wrong training course could cost you $1000s
Blog Archives
Why selecting the wrong course on systems thinking, systems engineering or project management could cost you $1,000s more than the fee
The AI team take a deep dive into a YouTube video which provides guidance on selecting a systems thinking, systems engineering, or project management course. (It also applies to courses on other topics). The author emphasizes the importance of considering factors beyond course fees, such as instructor qualifications, content relevance, and delivery method (block, weekly, or EverCourse). The author highlights the shortcomings of certain delivery methods and advocates for a comprehensive evaluation process to ensure the chosen course … Continue reading
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Why you should be using systems thinking to solve problems
Our AI team takes a deep dive into a presentation by Dr. Joseph Kasser who advocates for using systems thinking to solve problems. It contrasts systems thinking, which considers multiple perspectives and solutions, with traditional approaches that often focus on a single “correct” answer. The presentation provides a framework for analyzing problems using the “Holistic Thinking Perspectives” matrix and Kipling’s “Five W’s and an H.” It also emphasizes critical thinking skills, including evaluating arguments, identifying … Continue reading
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Writing and presenting quality conference papers
Our AI team takes a deep dive into a guide to writing and presenting high-quality conference papers, authored by Professor Joseph Kasser. It discusses all stages of the process, from brainstorming and researching to writing, citing sources correctly, and giving presentations. Significant attention is paid to avoiding plagiarism and intellectual property issues. The guide uses exercises and examples to illustrate key concepts, and includes discussions of effective presentation techniques and dealing with reviewers’ comments. Ultimately, the goal is to … Continue reading
Writing good requirements
The AI team take a deep dive into Dr Kasser’s course focused on writing effective system requirements. The curriculum covers identifying stakeholders, eliciting their needs, converting those needs into well-written and ultimately good requirements, and managing requirements throughout the system development lifecycle. Each module builds upon the previous one, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of requirements engineering best practices. Emphasis is placed on practical application and achieving mastery through exercises designed to reinforce learning at five knowledge levels within Bloom’s taxonomy. … Continue reading
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