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Mentoring how to: Mentor and be mentored!

by Alec Satin

This month I had my first meeting with a new mentor. We met after work at the Radiance tea house in Manhattan. The location was convenient. The atmosphere was soothing, quiet and conducive to the kind of focused and relaxed conversation which marks good mentoring. I left feeling hopeful, inspired and ready to act.

Have you ever thought of working with a mentor? Here are some guidelines.

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Creating a Sense of Community on Your Project Team

by Alec Satin

During the process of moving this blog from Typepad to WordPress, I had the opportunity to communicate with developers, designers and blog experts. It was a remarkably pleasant experience which got me to thinking about the things that we as project managers can do to help make our project teams the kind of places people want to join. Why this is important for you as a Project Manager Each person on your project team has an intrinsic desire to feel valued and connected with others. The more they experience this in working with you and on your team, the easier time [...]

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8 Tips for an Effective Status Report

by Alec Satin

[topsy_retweet_big]Why do you prepare status reports? If your only reason for doing so is because your manager requires it, then you’ll want to read on. Well done status reports serve an important function and can improve your ability to guide your project to successful completion.

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7 Lessons Learned from a Heart Attack Scare

by Alec Satin

[topsy_retweet_big]Tuesday I found myself in the cardiac care unit of NYU Langone Medical Center. On the way to the emergency room I wondered for a few minutes if I were on my way to meet my old friend John Harrell on the other side.

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72 Project Management Tips

by Alec Satin

[topsy_retweet_big]Have you ever been in the midst of a project or task and thought to yourself, “There has got to be a better way?” If so, you’re not alone. Leading projects is a complicated business. The longer you’re at it the more you can learn and the better you can get.

Here are 72 project management tips designed to help you lead your projects with skill, authority and grace. Even pros should find something of value. Quick start: Meetings or Status.

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