Articles by Megan Kachigan

In an ideal world, project managers put together a realistic timeline of project milestones that the whole team can complete with no changes to the deliverables during (or after) completion. However, as much as we prepare for any anticipated challenges along the way, project lifecycles never really go as planned, and the project manager is …

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Have you ever wondered how some people consistently get new projects—and nail them every time? One of the most influential aspects of a project being approved is how well a project manager is able to create and follow a project initiation checklist. This checklist is often something they’ve developed over their time of pitching projects …

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Project management in HR is important for the organization’s success, whether or not the HR team is composed of two members or 18. The Human Resources Department performs a myriad of essential functions for any organization. From recruitment, onboarding, employee performance and engagement, offboarding (and so much more!), the HR team has much to balance. …

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Cutting business expenses doesn’t have to be a painful process. In fact, the ability to scale your business and achieve profitability is a fine balancing act between innovation, reliable productivity, and lower expenses. Unnecessary expenses in business can increase your overhead, complicate your internal processes, and decrease your ability to maintain (or increase) the organization’s …

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One of our many basic needs as humans is to feel connected to those around us, and our sense of belonging at work is no exception. We spend the majority of our day in the workplace, so when we lack a sense of belonging, this could lead to a lack of interest in tasks, increased …

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Organizational alignment is essential for sustainable growth in the right direction. As the workforce changes to include more remote positions, the organizational alignment tools companies currently use will need to be updated. We will define organizational alignment, outline the benefits, give the most popular organizational alignment model, how to adapt to an increasingly remote workplace, …

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When it comes to project management, a project closure checklist is important to give guidance and protect the quality and caliber of your present and future projects. Some may believe that simply finishing the project is the final step of the process and the most important aspect of a project is the work put into …

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One of the many challenges of project management is to keep the workload evenly distributed among the team, all while adhering to designated milestones and deadlines. However, there is a method to ensure that you’re meeting these goals: resource leveling. Resource leveling ensures that no one on the team is feeling overwhelmed, that all the …

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Updating and perfecting your marketing project management strategies and standards has become an essential aspect of any business. We live in a world that’s become dominated by the internet, drastically changing the marketing landscape. With the rise of social media marketing, and brick and mortar stores remaining steadfast, marketing projects look increasingly different and must …

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Startups are the beginning of new services, platforms, or products that have the potential to bring true innovation to the market, fueling passions and creativity while simultaneously meeting the demands of consumers. The complexities of creating a business model that thrives in today’s society and appeals to its intended target audience is an immense and …

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Meetings are a frequent occurrence in the workplace no matter what industry we work in. If conducted well, meetings designed with strategic structure and lead with purpose can be some of the most productive sessions of collaboration, inspiring new ideas, aligning perspectives, and moving forward as a cohesive unit with powerful and focused momentum. If …

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Building a successful project team isn’t something that just happens; it sits on a foundation of high-quality management skills and includes some essential rules for each project it takes on. It’s intentional choices and procedures that create consistent, long-term success for your project team. Designing a high-caliber project team – and leading it to success …

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Check-in meetings, if done well, can prove to be a valuable way of conducting effective communication in the workplace. This enables employees to get more done in less time, developing an open and balanced line of communication between everyone on the team and improving collaboration overall. The relationship between a manager and their direct report …

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Company culture has become the driving force of the corporate world, and building a capable team is leading the charge. Employees are searching for companies that want to invest in them as a professional, and value the skills they bring to their workplace. While turn-over rates are at an all-time high, now may be the …

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Making the decision to outsource your IT department largely depends on a few key factors: the size of your organization, the specializations (if applicable) you’re known for, and unique business needs. While some businesses benefit greatly from having an in-house team, easily accessible for both on-site maintenance and essential remote tasks, there are benefits to …

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From small businesses to large companies, many professionals are looking for ways to make outsourcing successful so that it is easier to achieve higher, more creative objectives. Whether this is done domestically (within the United States) or globally, outsourcing has proven to be a positive force for organizations, allowing for the team to move forward …

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Project management audits are a way for companies to better themselves and create stronger procedures for future projects. Not only does this benefit the company, but often the employees as well by creating more efficient systems. There are few unavoidable aspects of running a business, and a project management audit is one of them. While …

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At one time or another, every strong manager has asked themselves “how can I become a better manager?”. This is the mark of a great leader: the ability to reflect inward and consider your weaker points is essential in building them up to be stronger, not only for yourself but for your team as well. …

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The main reason why companies outsource to the Philippines is to support business growth as they improve on their own processes, allowing for more streamlined procedures. Outsourcing these essential services has proven a popular choice for numerous organizations looking for extra support and coverage. In 2021 alone, business process outsourcing in the United States was …

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MBOs, KPIs, and OKRs are key components in how a company achieves its goals and they each represent a different way to achieve those company goals. MBO stands for Management By Objectives; KPIs stand for Key Performance Indicators; OKRs stand for Objectives and Key Results. While MBOs and OKRs play a vital role in how …

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@teamly For additional information on this topic, feel free to check out this Youtube video from our channel. Now, onto the main content… One of the most popular destinations for outsourcing in South-East Asia is the Philippines – an archipelago located between the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Consisting of a string of …

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Productivity in the workplace is driven by efficient time management skills. In order to tackle critical tasks in an effective manner, time management is one of the most important soft skills an employee can have at their disposal. However, many people do not manage their time well. According to a poll conducted by the Development …

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The Philippines is rapidly becoming one of the most popular outsourcing destinations in the global market. Coming consistently at number 6 in Tholon’s Services Globalization Index Top 50 Digital Nations, the Philippines has held the title of the “Call Center Capital of the World ” since 2010. With its biggest competitors being tech giants such …

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Many organizations are looking for ways to better support their internal operations while providing their team a chance to focus on the bottom line. While offshoring business essentials have gained popularity over the years, (with the quality of services being high and the language barrier posing little to no issue in particular countries) there are …

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With the rise of the internet and increased competition in the corporate and entrepreneurial space, hiring and training a virtual assistant has become increasingly popular and accessible. This development has led to virtual assistant coaching and training becoming a valuable asset to any company. Growing a business takes a lot of work, and the repetitive …

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Eastern European countries are becoming an increasingly popular resource for organizations needing to outsource their software development or IT services. Most notably, Romania, Poland, and Ukraine are among the top three countries within this region that boast a competitive pool of talent in the global outsourcing market. Aside from the unbeatable cost-saving benefit, outsourcing to …

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When you begin a new project, one of the first things you do is form an initial outline – one of the essential elements of creative strategy development. This outline is one of the most important aspects of any new project and can be the deciding factor of its success. But one thing is often …

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To consistently deliver on the promise of high-quality work, an organization must ensure they have the appropriate quality assurance tracking system in place. Without this delicate checks-and-balances process, more errors slip through the cracks, workflows can potentially break down, and the quality of work is not usually up to company standards. Having a quality assurance …

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A rising number of organizations are looking for better, more efficient ways to improve their business processes and save on costs. One of the ways in which a company can make this happen is by outsourcing essential and non-essential functions to a third party either inside, or outside, the United States. One of the most …

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Recall a time where you left a conversation feeling bad or insecure about how it went. Maybe you felt like the other person was judging you, or talking down to you, making it difficult to have a productive conversation with them. How did the feelings of this one conversation change your outlook on them and …

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Project implementations rarely go as planned, but the process can be built to maintain positive and focused momentum even in the face of various obstacles when there is a solid system in place. Something always seems to come up in the process (whether internally within the team or with external clients) that requires the relevant …

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The pillars of project management success go beyond factors such as appropriate work-process systems, collective team knowledge, and strategic decision-making. These are not the only elements that contribute to effective project management. Project management can be a nuanced process, often requiring a customized and structured workflow to ensure successful, high-quality outcomes for an organization. Understandably, …

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As project demands increase, fast-tracking strategies have become a highly desirable addition to project management teams. We’ve all felt the pressure of a project falling behind schedule and scrambling to get it back on track. However, it’s important to know the advantages and disadvantages of fast-tracking in project management before you decide if this strategy …

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Productive project management can drive a company towards success, giving employees a clear, easy-to-follow path towards completing their work objectives in a highly efficient manner. If done strategically, project management can keep everyone on track, including upper management, and create much-needed transparency in business processes. To be able to create realistic goals in line with …

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Email marketing is at the heart of business growth because connectivity is now the largest driving force for many company’s success, whether it be online sales, podcast listeners, or masterclass participants! This has created a high demand for precise and achievable email campaign goals to keep your audience up-to-date and engaged with your offerings. Creating …

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Creating a layer of transparency in project management can be tricky but it is essential to navigate. Having visibility and accessibility into the inner workings of a company’s processes, projects, and progression can cultivate an environment fueled by trust, which is vital to building a team that reliably operates like a well-oiled machine. However, there …

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How managers spend their time has a direct impact on employees’ experience and contributions to the company. A positive employee experience includes many factors such as healthy work culture, meaningful company vision, and the core values placed on employee wellbeing and satisfaction. There is power in being a great manager. Effective managers don’t only just …

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Practicing good time management is one the most important soft skills that you can have in the workplace. It ensures increased productivity, high-quality work, improved confidence in one’s ability to do the job efficiently, and on-time delivery of time-sensitive assignments. Ultimately, you can meet your professional (and personal) goals and achieve worthwhile success when you …

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The corporate world is changing in response to the new sets of values held by the current generations making up our workforce. We once prided ourselves on our ability to multitask, and took it as a sign of higher thinking, with many considering it a highly desirable skill to market to potential employers. Now, workplaces …

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Building up your customer base and figuring out how to manage leads can be challenging for many businesses. While some seem to do this easily and skyrocket to success, many don’t have that kind of origin story. There are many factors that determine how a company continues to grow its customer base, however, there is …

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The workplace has changed dramatically since the rise of the internet and the far-reaching connectivity it’s created. Competition in the business world is steep, and new strategies and systems are forming every day. Others, however, have been updated and automated making them more efficient and highly desirable. One of these new and improved systems is …

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High-quality projects require proper planning and strong management support. Project managers and leaders should be well informed on the most common project management pitfalls to avoid so that they can support the development of exceptional outcomes. These topics aren’t often discussed at length due to their sensitive nature and the reflection they can have on …

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Meetings are often referred to as a “necessary evil”, but we can make the best use of our time when we eliminate unnecessary meetings in the workplace. Employees and even leadership would agree that while abundant meetings often take a toll on our time, focus, and creativity… regular meetings can contribute to collaboration and a …

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Building a supportive company culture that genuinely makes a team feel safe and valued is one of the biggest challenges facing the workforce today. The COVID-19 pandemic has permitted employees to examine what they truly value from their employer and what options are possible if they no longer feel appreciated. An estimated 4 million people …

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The importance of strong leadership in cross-cultural environments has never been higher as the COVID-19 pandemic has virtually redefined how and where we work. With top talent being seriously considered for job opportunities regardless of geography, leaders are recognizing the essential need to adapt and manage an increasingly diverse and global team. Being an effective …

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Barriers to effective collaboration will arise over the course of a project, and planning for them is essential in successfully overcoming them—while creating a stronger team at the same time! We’ve talked about how to effectively collaborate in the workplace before, but you also need to know how to plan for the barriers of collaborative …

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Understanding the key principles of time management can help us be more productive throughout the day. We all aim to be more efficient with our time, get more done, and steadily check off everything on our ever-growing to-do list…but it’s easy to feel completely overwhelmed. Nowadays, the demand on our time is constant. We’re pulled …

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Company culture is a determining factor for employee satisfaction, retention, and productiving. And since “what gets measured gets improved,” learning how to measure culture in a company is an important task. Measuring culture in a company can be a difficult task. Companies have become increasingly more complex, with so many different workplace environments coming forward …

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When you work with a team from different backgrounds and experiences, interpersonal issues are unavoidable and may require an indirect conflict management strategy to find a resolution before the issue completely disrupts the group’s morale and efficiency. Whether the employees try to take a more direct approach and resolve their communication problems on their own …

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If there was a way to increase your focus at work, how big of a difference would it make to your productivity during the workday? Think about it. How often do you find yourself dead center in the middle of an intense work period, when suddenly, your phone goes off or your email dings and …

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Flow State can also be described as this feeling of deep concentration and high productivity being “in the zone.” You’re beyond distraction, riding a wave of steady creativity, and pouring your whole mind and body into the task before you. You’re beyond the perception of time — completely absorbed in your task, blocking out all …

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The Pomodoro is a time-management technique that fights off procrastination and allows you to remain focused and productive throughout the day. It inspires continuous creativity, keeps you from feeling mentally fatigued, and provides an efficient way to get more done in less time. The Pomodoro Technique uses a timer to break up our working sessions …

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The cornerstone of any business is to fulfill its mission and bring to fruition the vision they’ve set out to achieve. KPIs – which stands for Key Performance Indicators – help to evaluate progress and turn productivity into profitability. KPI is the latest office buzzword gaining increased momentum within different industries as an efficient and …

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You may have tried team goal setting activities before…but not following through with them and seeing them to completion. It’s like driving somewhere new while following your GPS, only to have a passenger telling you to go another way because it’s ‘faster’ and they’ve gone there before. When you take their lead and abandon your …

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“Life has no limitations, except the ones you make” – Les Brown Self-limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns are interrupting your day and hijacking your mind more often than you’d like to believe… A recent study by Queen’s University in Kingston Ontario has led researchers to estimate that each person experiences an average of 6200 …

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It can often seem like there just aren’t enough hours in a day. Schedules get overwhelmingly full and demands seem to grow in intensity, elevating stress levels. Without a weekly work plan, it’s easy for project deadlines or important meetings to slip through the cracks. This is a cycle that’s not uncommon, however, it is …

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We’ve all been there: stuck in yet another painful work meeting that could have simply been an email. Meetings have become such a frequent activity in the workplace that it’s easy to joke about why have them in the first place, especially if they’re virtually ineffective and a drain on time and energy. Since 2020, …

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How effective is your company’s current system of processes? How a company creates their business strategy, and how well that strategy performs, can have a range of benefits for the company and its employees. In a survey completed by Deloitte, they found that 57% of employees felt that a workplace with a “clearly defined business …

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A report by The Wall Street Journal revealed that the average executive in the United States wastes approximately 6 weeks per year searching messy desks to find misplaced information and files! That adds up to a total of $9221 each year for an executive with a salary of $75,000! Organization is essential to employees and …

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Business leaders are searching for progressive ways to break down barriers in the workplace. To have a dynamic team that embraces a company’s vision and makes it a reality, organizations must keep up with an evolving workforce that values transparency, collaboration, and professional growth over rigid and restrictive models of management. These values must be …

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Workplace culture is changing. Employees are searching for more than just a steady income — they’re looking for an organization that encourages their professional growth, prioritizes a positive workplace environment, and values the employee experience. When your team is happy and motivated, you’ll feel a meaningful shift in their work quality and overall productivity. Before …

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In a study Microsoft did on their own team, they found that longer meetings were beginning to be replaced, with a firm increase of shorter meetings by 22%! That’s a big change that brings its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to effectively taking meeting notes and not missing essential pieces of information …

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We live in an age where the market is flooded with new and budding businesses working to make it big in the corporate world. With so much competition, companies need to step up their workplace morale, and one effective way to do that is to incorporate collaboration wherever possible. It’s more than just teamwork… It’s …

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Regular meetings play a large part in how a team comes together to problem-solve, appreciate one another’s contributions, and make aligned decisions. However, if a meeting is not run well, it can have lasting effects on employee motivation and productivity. As leaders of these meetings, it’s important to understand what causes bad meetings, the long-term …

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