Bill Yates

PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project manager for project managers. How can you become a leader that people want to follow? Author Scott J. Miller, author of Management Mess to Leadership Success, has a spirited conversation with us about how to change the way you manage yourself, lead others, and achieve a high level of engagement with […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Mastering written communication and focusing on the hidden science behind how our reading and writing influences our thoughts and actions. Hear some best practices when it comes to writing winning bids, pitfalls we should avoid, as well as common workplace communication errors. Table of Contents 02:02 … […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project managers for project managers. The number of projects initiated in all sectors has skyrocketed, yet why do project failure rates still remain alarmingly high? Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, author of the Harvard Business Review Project Management Handbook: How to Launch, Lead, and Sponsor Successful Projects, emphasizes the value of senior leaders investing in […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project managers for project managers. Jesse Fewell was part of the core team writing the PMBOK® Guide 7th Edition. Hear about the new PMBOK® Guide’s principles-based approach. What has changed, what has not changed, and how this influences project management today. Table of Contents 02:41 … Meet Jesse04:13 … Why Do We […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The Podcast by project managers for project managers. Hear how to approach complex modern projects by spending less time discussing the past and more time focused on the future. Eddie Obeng says we should: “take the learning back to the work place” by analyzing our past performance, and rapidly applying what we’ve learned to deliver […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project managers for project managers. The largest infrastructure project in the history of the Seattle Public Utilities is the Ship Canal Water Quality Project. Keith Ward talks about the lessons learned overseeing this 11-year initiative. Hear about estimating and revising a $570 million budget, and building strong relationships with multiple stakeholders and […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project manager for project managers. “Why you work determines how well you work.” Finding our Why impacts how well we lead a project, and enables team members to stay focused and motivated to finish the project successfully. Listen in for valuable advice on resilience, motivation, and “growing your grit” to help project […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project managers for project managers.  Project managers or people managers? In this episode we talk about leadership development and the project manager’s role in creating self-sustaining and cohesive teams. Hear about steps for building high-performing teams that function independently and effectively, and how to create a healthy culture and strong team alignment. […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The podcast by project managers for project managers. If you’re recruiting new hires for your team, or if you’re in the market for new opportunities, listen in for Cate Murray’s well qualified advice. Hear recommendations on current job market trends, tips on how to attract and retain top talent, as well as how to attract […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

The story of a remarkable project to construct the tallest elevator test tower in the Western Hemisphere. Ben Norton explains the innovative slipform construction process which was employed to ensure the accelerated pace of the tower construction. Hear about how this project team overcame multiple obstacles and challenges to achieve project success. Table of Contents […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com/ by Bill Yates Project Managers are the driving force of any project they become a part of, and in the world of IT, it’s no different. Assessing team skills before the project starts, pulling on the right strengths to get the job done, and communicating effectively a…

PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com/ by Bill Yates A project manager is one of the most important roles in a business developing new products, tools, and key initiatives. The role requires a high level of experience and knowledge to carry out a company’s objectives successfully. Fortunately, most compa…

PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

Project Managers are the driving force of any project they become a part of, and in the world of IT, it’s no different. Assessing team skills before the project starts, pulling on the right strengths to get the job done, and communicating effectively are all critical components to what a project manager does. We believe that […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com by Bill Yates

A project manager is one of the most important roles in a business developing new products, tools, and key initiatives. The role requires a high level of experience and knowledge to carry out a company’s objectives successfully. Fortunately, most companies acknowledge the value of this position, and most project managers can earn a respectable amount […]

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PMP Certification Exam Prep & Training – Velociteach https://www.velociteach.com/ by Bill Yates You might be a project manager with a few years of experience already, a seasoned professional, or a recent college graduate looking for your first job. You’ve heard of the Project Management Professional certification, but maybe you’ve wondered whethe…