Jun 032011
 

Following 11 characteristics make a Great Data Analyst. Segment Web Data to produce insights. The more you segment the data, the more insights you can produce. Refer to my previous article on how to slice and dice web data. Trending is the key: Trending data in various ways helps to produce insights. Trend current performance with […]

May 262011
 
Motivate to Succeed

If ordered, soldiers will walk to the front. If inspired, they will die for the mission. – Himanshu Inspiration is mightier than any order. In IT (Information Technology) industry, Project Managers get a group of intelligent people who when perform can make even the most difficult project successful. A motivated team member works collaboratively with […]

May 222011
 
Challenges and Remedies of more Communication

In my previous post Basic Tricks to successfully execute a project, I recommended web communication instead of star communication in the team. The web communication ensures that Project Manager is not overwhelmed and the team collaborates to successfully execute a project. However, with more communication, a team member may get only 1 hour in a day to concentrate […]

May 182011
 
Basic Tricks to successfully execute a project

When your project is in execution phase (Executing Process Group as per PMBOK), following tricks can make the difference between successful and failed project. Plan Infrastructure first: Arrange for basic infrastructure such as mobile phone, laptop, data card, software, stationary, visa, travel tickets etc. earlier in the project. Delegate (but do not promote multi-level delegation) Delegate most tasks: A Project Manager should only set […]