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Are You The Previn Of Your Project?

Andre George Previn was a German/American pianist, composer, and conductor whose career had three major genres; Hollywood films, jazz, and classical music. He achieved success in each, with jazz and classical being a major part of his life. Andre also scored over 40 Hollywood films. Yeah, pretty successful guy. My son, who is a musicianContinue reading “Are You The Previn Of Your Project?”

Being Thankful, Project Management Style!

Tis the season to be Thankful! We all have things we’re thankful for and everyone’s list is different. Here is my annual list of what I’m thankful for in this dynamic career we call Project Management! Having a Thanksgiving Dinner Release Plan. Our family is hosting a lot of people on Thanksgiving! Lots of peopleContinue reading “Being Thankful, Project Management Style!”

Don’t Keep Jump Starting What’s Not Working

“O Dad (what my oldest son calls me), the car’s dead again. Can you help me jump start it?” Again! I thought to myself. I must have jump started that car five times in the last two weeks. If we don’t start the car at least every 24 hours, it won’t go. Since it wasn’tContinue reading “Don’t Keep Jump Starting What’s Not Working”

Three Key Qualities of a Great Leader

“You can be a leader, or an excuse maker. You cannot be both. Good leaders talk about where to go. Great leaders help you get there and don’t make excuses along the way.” Did I hear that right? Did he just start talking about leadership during a church sermon? This guy’s a pastor, not aContinue reading “Three Key Qualities of a Great Leader”