Effective project management means setting a clear project plan and using the right tools to monitor progress. The best project managers can manage setbacks while keeping the company\u2019s goals and workflow on track. Here are five tips for successful project management:<\/p>\n
Can you picture managing a project without open communication? Sounds awful, right? It would also be nearly impossible considering all the project requirements and decisions the important folks up the chain of command need to approve.<\/p>\n
You simply can\u2019t do project management independently. Even the best tools are ineffective without clear communication. But on average, how much should you communicate as a project manager? The PMI\u2019s Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) states 75-90% of a project manager\u2019s time is spent communicating.\u00a0That\u2019s because a good project manager knows how to create a highly collaborative environment, promote engagement, and keep the discussions sane. With that in mind, here\u2019s how to establish effective communication during projects:<\/p>\n
A great project manager sets the right goals and milestones to complete projects and manage stakeholder expectations. When managing any project, you must understand the overall mission before diving into the many tasks needed to complete it. Doing so helps keep everyone on track toward that specific goal.<\/p>\n
When your project goals are unclear, your productivity goes down. In a survey carried out by Asana, 27% of respondents said that one of the top barriers to productivity is a lack of clarity due to unclear processes. With projects becoming more complex, you have to look beyond the usual requirements, budgets, and timelines and start setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) goals. Setting SMART goals is crucial when managing critical projects. Make sure you\u2019ve cemented the following elements well:<\/p>\n
Once you establish your goals, start working on the project management processes. Use project management tools with features such as Gantt charts, time tracking, and Kanban boards to help your team track their progress.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s easier for your team to operate at a top-level with the right project management software. Nothing slips through the cracks since everyone sees what needs to be done. You should pick software your team enjoys using. After all, getting your project members to trust the software you choose is essential.<\/p>\n
Select a tool that streamlines processes. The less double-entry you need to do, the more efficient you\u2019ll be. And the fewer screens you need to open at a time, the fewer clicks it\u2019ll take to get something done. Monday.com shares that 54% of workers spend five or more hours per week on repetitive tasks that need little or no creativity. So the software has to reduce tedious tasks, not make more of them.<\/p>\n
For example, Blink\u2019s Micro-apps can do just about anything you need them to. It\u2019s also easy to build your own Micro-apps, and you can use them from anywhere, making them ideal for your entire team. You can find a couple of examples our clients have created on the image below. When selecting a project management software, make sure:<\/p>\n A project is only as good as the people who work on it. You need to look for specific skills that indicate who collaborates well with others. You need the right mix of personalities and skills to ensure a task gets done with maximum effectiveness and minimum friction. If you do it right, you\u2019ll improve both the project\u2019s efficiency and outcome. Here are some traits to look for when selecting effective project team members:<\/p>\n\n
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Work with a flexible team whose skills combine well.<\/strong><\/h3>\n