APM Blogs

No project runs its course without some project team issues or concerns.

Deepwater Horizon, situated in the Gulf of Mexico, was a Transocean drilling rig that became famous not for being at the pinnacle of deep-water drilling technology, but for the 2010 blow-out that led to the sinking of the vessel and the worst maritime oil spill in history.

Setting achievable project goals has always been a problem.

Leadership styles can take many forms.

Carmel McConnell, the opening keynote speaker of APM’s Change Changes conference, set the theme for the day’s multiple discussions: the power of purpose.

March can be the hardest month in which to motivate yourself as you plug away through the short days with a snivelling cold to boot.

It’s rare not to suffer from imposter syndrome at some point in your career – the nerve-wracking first day in a new role, stepping up to speak to senior stakeholders or giving that big presentation at a conference.

Despite the seemingly endless stream of news surrounding the Eurozone debt crisis and resulting economic insecurity, there is a continued commitment by UK government towards infrastructure projects that will provide the stimulus for financial recovery.

Do you feel overwhelmed by the number or variety of projects that you’re handling simultaneously? Many professionals welcome the opportunity to take on different roles and responsibilities, or to deal with several clients or campaigns at the same time – there’s no better way to avoid boredom.

We are in unprecedented times as far as recent history is concerned.