No BS Program Management

TLDR: Ignore stupid tasks and focus on real value. Err on the side of communication, simplicity, and direct action.

I'm not going to write a long fluffy article and hide all the information in prose. The points are listed.

Change Management:

1.????? Most efforts fail because they're unnecessary. Evaluate necessity before action.

2.????? Failure stems from addressing non-issues. Stop doing that.

Meeting Minutes:

1.????? Simplify. Draft actions collectively; immediately address redundancy.

Stakeholder Management:

1.????? Speak the language of your stakeholders.

2.????? Communicate. Define reality, plan actions, delegate, review, repeat.

Financial Performance:

1.????? Delete stupid spending. Invest in valuable areas only. (e.g. 80/20)

Long-Term Planning:

1.????? Futile.

2. Focus on the present reality and actionable information.

Managing Stress:

1.????? Detach work from personal life. Reject non-essential tasks and policies.

2.????? Learn to say 'no.' Not all demands warrant compliance or action.

Consulting & Setting Rates:

1.????? Your role is more about understanding hidden agendas than applying textbook strategies.

2.????? Simplify. Choose a pricing model that suits you, not "industry standards."

Project/Scope Management during Crunch Time:

1.????? Question the project's existence before proceeding. Many projects are not necessary.

2.????? Start with the desired outcomes. Don’t overlook actual needs and risks.

3.????? Clarify objectives. Skip the templates for direct action towards goals.

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