Project Pulse Journal

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM

Are you a project manager or team member tired of projects that get out of control, consume resources, and seem to go far beyond their original scope? 

Imagine initiating a project so effectively that it stays on track and aligns...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM

Are you navigating the complex waters of project management, feeling the push and pull of deadlines, budgets, and expectations? You're not alone. Every project manager, whether new or old, knows that steering a project to success is no...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM

Are you overwhelmed with the nuances of risk management in your project? Have you ever felt like some tools only add to the complexity?

There's a balance between being thorough and being overly complicated. Every project manager and...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM

Are you tired of navigating project management risks, constantly looking for the proverbial dangers that could derail your project's success?

In the dynamic world of project management, understanding and mastering the art and science of...

By: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM

In the dynamic world of projects, risks are omnipresent. Every decision brings along its own set of uncertainties and complicated risks. But imagine if you had a compass, a guide that could anticipate these uncertainties and safely navigate you to your...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM
Published: September 16, 2023

By: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM

Attention all project managers, team leaders, and functional managers! In the dynamic world of project management, the ability to manage time effectively and efficiently is not just an asset but a necessity. Are you constantly battling...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM
Published: August 25, 2023

Are you among the approximately 250,000 servicemembers separating or retiring from the military this year (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 2023)? The transition from military service to civilian life...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM
Published: August 18, 2023

Are you considering separating or retiring from the military but asking yourself, "What will I do?"

I get it. I transitioned from the military twice—first separating as an enlisted member and...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM
Published: August 11, 2023

Project managers encounter numerous challenges in their daily operations, including making prompt and accurate decisions about specific tasks despite limited time frames, likely insufficient amounts of...

By: Dr. Michael Shick, MSPM, PMP, CSM
Published: July 25, 2023, Updated: April 24, 2024

Amid the rapidly advancing technological landscape, the significance of project management has escalated, necessitating enhanced professionalism, expertise, and adaptability. The pivotal roles...