Networking and visibility techniques for project contractors Being a project contractor is like being a business. In addition to showcasing your point of difference it is important to network. Matthew Franceschini offers some formal and informal ways to build visibility. March 6, 2014 Professional Development
Contracting versus permanent: Employment management as a project manager Although contractors get paid more than permanently employed project managers, they don’t have the same job security. But how much freedom do they have to manage their employment? asks Andrew Wayland. March 5, 2014 Professional Development
What is a change manager? With practical experience in psychology, communications, education, behaviour science, social science or project management, change managers are a versatile lot. Elissa Farrow discusses what makes a good change manager. March 5, 2014 Blogs Change
Contracting versus permanent: Job security as a project manager Contractors usually earn 25%+ more than their permanent counterparts because they offer their clients the flexibility to end or extend their contract fairly easily. But does that mean their role is less secure? Andrew Wayland weighs up the risk and rewards. March 4, 2014 Professional Development
How to determine project value The PMBOK® Guide 5th Edition recognises the importance of organisations realising value from their investment in a project. But what exactly is ‘value’? Lynda Bourne proposes three ways of determining value. March 4, 2014 Advanced Benefits Realisation
Contracting versus permanent: Income as a project manager For many people, the higher earning potential of contracting as a project manager is one of its biggest drawcards. Anecdotally, contractors can earn up to 50% more than their permanent counterparts. But what’s the real breakdown in earning potential? Andrew Wayland investigates. March 3, 2014 Professional Development
4 key skills of a project manager It is a given and a prerequisite that project managers must possess certain skills and qualities before they are given the responsibility of managing projects. According to Rajiv Mathur, here are four they need to call upon in the midst of a project. February 28, 2014 Basic Skills
The inside out of innovation Some businesses seem to have the management mindset that they have thought of everything and that nobody could possibly tell them how to ‘suck eggs’. Complacency is a curse, as Roger La Salle finds out. February 26, 2014 Intermediate
