Episode 35

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23rd Sep 2020

#35: Project Management Tips for Launching a Successful Project with Nigel Smith

Summary

Want to know what the difference is between a project manager and a launch strategist? And how to manage your project successfully listen to this podcast episode with Nigel Smith, Veteran Project Manager. Nigel has an extensive background in Project Management and is Regional Vice Chair of the Midlands Branch of the Project Management Institute UK Chapter.

3 nuggets of wisdom

  • A project is a temporary endeavour, that has a definite beginning and end. Anything that is ongoing is not a project it’s operations. Projects also have something very unique about them.
  • You need 3 things in a project; clarity, purpose and scope
  • Resourcing for projects is vital

Recommended Resources

6P Launch Planner


How to connect with Nigel Smith

Website: nigelsmith.coach

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nigelsmithpmp


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About the Podcast

The Launch Strategist
Helping corporate leaders launch mission-led projects in less time and with more commercial success
Launching a project isn’t easy, in fact 70% of projects fail. The goal of The Launch Strategist Podcast is to make sure that yours isn't one of them.

Each week Katrina Douglas; author, corporate trainer and Launch Strategist, shares actionable advice and inspiring interviews with one intention; to ensure that your next project is in the 30% that succeed.
So listen up and settle in, because the advice you're about to hear could catapult your career and business!

Connect with Katrina Douglas over on LinkedIn and visit http://thelaunchstrategist.com to find out more.

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Katrina Douglas

Supporting CEOs and business leaders to successfully launch mission-led commercial projects that light them up and lead to long-term commercial success.