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Training ByteSize Project Management - insights, interviews and expertise
Welcome to Training ByteSize Project Management, a podcast about all things around projects, programmes and portfolios. Our episodes bring you top-tips, such as how to pass your next accredited exam, through to unique industry insights and interviews.
Episodes
110 episodes
Analysing Learning Needs With KSA Charts ( Change Management Practitioner Microlesson )
When major change hits, training isn't just about showing people the new system—it's about building new capabilities. This advanced Microlesson introduces the essential tool for any serious Change Management Practitioner: the KSA Char...
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The Great Learning Styles Debate, A Practical Guide For Trainers ( Change Manager Practitioner Microlesson )
For years, trainers relied on Learning Styles models (like VARK) to tailor training, believing that people learn best when information is matched to their preferred style (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc.). But what does modern cognit...
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Driving Change, Understanding The Key Roles in Reaching Critical Mass ( Change Management Practitioner Microlesson )
Change initiatives often stall, not because of a bad plan, but because they fail to achieve Critical Mass—that tipping point where momentum becomes unstoppable. This essential Microlesson dissects the key roles responsible for generating...
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Master The Art of Change, How To Affectively Assess Impact ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )
Before you launch any major change, you must first answer a critical question: "Who is affected, and how significantly?" This focused Microlesson provides the foundational tools and techniques for conducting a robust Change Impact Ass...
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One-Way vs. Two-Way Communication in Change Management ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )
Communication is the bloodstream of change, but not all messages are created equal. This focused Microlesson explores the fundamental difference between One-Way and Two-Way communication and why the mix you choose can make or brea...
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5 Principle for Building Engagement in a Changing World ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )
In an era of constant transformation, employee engagement isn't a bonus—it's the engine of successful change. This practical Microlesson cuts through the noise to deliver five actionable principles that foundationally shift how yo...
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Mapping Stakeholder Empathy for Effective Change ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )
To successfully implement change, you must first understand the journey your stakeholders are on. This short, practical episode focuses on the foundational Change Management technique of Stakeholder Empathy Mapping.Understanding t...
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The Critical Role of Local Leadership in Change Management ( Change Management Foundation )
Change is cascaded from the top, but it is realised at the local level. This episode zeroes in on one of the most vital, yet often overlooked, roles in successful organisational transformation: the Local Leader<...
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Understanding The Stages of Learning During Change ( Change Management Foundation Microlesson )
Every organisational shift requires individuals to learn new skills, adopt new processes, and even embrace new mindsets. But how do we actually absorb change? This Microlesson breaks down the predictable stages of learning that every per...
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The Deployment Baseline, Your Project's North Star ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
During this episode we'll clearly explain what a deployment baseline is, why it's essential, and how it acts as the frozen snapshot of your project plan against which all future progress and performance are measured.Perfect for th...
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Buying Smart, Understanding Procurement in Project Management ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
Ready to master the essential skill of procurement in your projects? This concise APM PFQ Microlesson breaks down the critical process of buying smart—from identifying needs to managing suppliers.Whether you're study...
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Beyond the Project Walls, Understanding Your Project's External Environment with PESTLE Analysis ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
This focused episode introduces PESTLE Analysis, a vital strategic tool and a key component of the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). Successful project managers don't just plan what's inside their control; they anticipate wha...
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Beyond the Blueprint, Understanding Configuration Management in Projects ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
This focused episode introduces Configuration Management (CM), a vital, often-underappreciated discipline and a key knowledge area for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). CM ensures you always know what version of a product...
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From Request to Reality, Navigating the Change Control Process ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
This focused episode drills down into the step-by-step mechanism of Change Control—a necessity for any project manager and a core knowledge area for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). Change requests are inevitable, bu...
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Mastering Project Evolution, The Power of Change Control ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
In this focused episode, we tackle the critical process of Change Control—a non-negotiable skill for maintaining project stability and a core topic for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). Projects rarely follow the original...
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Navigating Project Milestones, The Power of Decision Gates and Audits ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
This focused episode dives into the crucial governance mechanisms that ensure your project stays on track and delivers value, a key area for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). Decision Gates and Audits aren't just bureaucracy—the...
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Bridging the Gap, Overcoming Barriers to Project Communication ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
In this focused episode, we tackle the reality of project communication: it often breaks down. This is a critical area for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), as successfully navigating these barriers can make or break a project.<...
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Beyond Words, Mastering the Nuances of Project Communication ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
This focused episode delves into the often-overlooked subtleties of communication—a vital skill for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) and for any project professional. Effective communication goes far beyond sending an email;...
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Decoding Stakeholders, From Interest to Engagement Strategy ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
Welcome to Decoding Stakeholders: From Interest to Engagement Strategy, where we transform your list of project contacts into a powerful map for success!This focused episode moves beyond simple identification, tackling the critica...
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Project Success Hinges on People, Identifying and Engaging Stakeholders ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
In this episode, we tackle a critical truth: projects don't succeed on technical plans alone—they succeed through effective people management. Understanding and managing stakeholders is a core topic for the APM Project Fundamentals Quali...
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Project Control in Action, Adjusting Schedules and Managing Deviations ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
This focused episode is dedicated to the 'Control' part of Monitoring and Control, a critical skill for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). Knowing when and how to intervene is the key to successfully navigating project execution....
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Keeping Your Project on Track, Effective Monitoring and Control ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
In this focused episode, we cover the vital tools and techniques project managers use to oversee execution, a crucial area for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ). Monitoring and control are the heart of keeping your project aligne...
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Keeping Your Project on Track, Effective Monitoring and Control ( APM PFQ Microlesson )
A project plan is useless without the right system to keep it alive and on track. This essential microlesson, specifically designed for candidates preparing for the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), f...
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The Project Control Cycle, Empowering Teams and Ensuring Order ( APM, PFQ Microlesson )
How do successful projects stay on track and adapt to change? The answer lies in the Project Control Cycle!This essential microlesson, perfect for those studying the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ), brea...
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Is Your Project Spiralling? Signs You Need Better Monitoring and Control (APM PFQ Microlesson )
Is your project drifting off course? If you're constantly fighting fires or surprised by problems, your monitoring and control processes likely need an upgrade!This targeted microlesson, perfect for students of the APM P...
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