on various types of resources (materials, money, human hours, tools, facilities) and on how to keep track of them with the technique of earned value analysis
on third parties, specifically pressure groups; and on the "mutual gains" approach for engaging with negatively impacted third parties, which is a non-distributive and non-positional way of constructively negotiating based on understanding interests
can project managers be effective without technical expertise of the field that their project is in? on domain knowledge and epistemics, and the knowledge processes in projects.
behind all (cost) estimations there are assumptions and hidden beliefs, which should be uncovered - we should have a view on the extent of un-knowledge behind all estimations
about producing deliverables, and using them - on life cycle, operationalisation, earned value, product quality; and on user training and getting the benefits
where does the power come from that project managers have in defining temporary organizations and plannings; looking at a definition of power as language-action power
about who has expectations about what; various helpful ways to characterize expectations; and an approach "conversation for action" that helps manage expectations
21 min
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The Project Doctor® podcasts give insights and practical advice on issues that all project managers run into. Listeners can expect a “5P” experience – with stories that are: professional, practical,…
personal, playful and created with passion. Grow your skills as you listen to, and learn from, each episode. About the CANVAS series (season 1): Looking for a solid map to navigate the projects landscape? Here it is, the Project Canvas – developed over a few decades of hands-on work. About the NOTEBOOK series (season 2): Opinions, observations and advice, related to project management issues and challenges that we have all faced at one time or another. About the COMPETENCIES series (season 3): In-depth exploration of project management competencies, along with real-life stories from experienced project managers. About the WORLDWIDE series (season 4): Curious what makes your colleagues tick and what flips them out? Listen to these interviews with experienced PMs from across the globe.