Category: Quick Bits and Insights
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Operational Inefficiency Is The Problem
The scenario describes Karen, an operations manager, seeking timely updates from Tony, the project manager, amidst operational inefficiencies in their small business. Despite everyone’s hard work, the process remains slow and costly. To enhance productivity and profitability, Karen must advocate for a project focused on identifying and rectifying these inefficiencies…
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How to Align Your Project with Business Objectives for Maximum Impact
When it comes to project planning, aligning your initiatives with your business objectives is crucial for achieving success. Without this alignment, projects can easily go off-track, waste resources, and fail to deliver the expected value. Here’s how to ensure your project planning is in sync with your business goals to…
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Vision Statements Made Easy
A vision statement is simply a short sentence to state what the goal is for the project and why it is important to you. Nothing more. Nothing less. It is not the same thing as a mission statement, which is a statement of what your company is, what it does,…
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Quick Quotes On Planning
“Success is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” ~ Dwight Eisenhower (or Colin Powell, depending on the source) “Nothing of importance can be accomplished without planning.” ~ from Debt to Pleasure (p. 156) by John Lancaster “Every plan carries both the seeds of success and the…
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The Hidden Cost of DIY Projects: Why Hiring a Professional Saves Money in the Long Run
Managing a new business project in house can be tempting. After all, it seems like a way to save money and have full control over the process. The idea of saving money, particularly for micro or small businesses, is appealing! However, the initial savings can often be overshadowed by hidden…
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5 Key Reasons You Need a Professional to Help with Your Next Project
Starting or managing a business project can be exciting. It also comes with many challenges, particularly if you are not experienced in leading projects or if you are multi-tasking along with your real responsibilities. While it’s tempting to handle things on your own, working with a professional can make all…
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