Turning Communication Barriers into Opportunities by Mastering Conflict Management

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Turning Communication Barriers into Opportunities by Mastering Conflict Management By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Are you finding it difficult to maintain peace and productivity in your workplace due to frequent disagreements and unresolved tensions? Imagine if workplace conflicts were resolved and used as stepping stones for innovation and […]

Understanding a Salience Model in Project Stakeholder Management

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Understanding a Salience Model in Project Stakeholder Management June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Are you a project manager struggling to deal with an ever-growing list of stakeholders, each with demands that seem equally urgent and important? Prioritizing these demands could stress out your team and complicate […]

Stakeholder Analysis Matrix: Simplifying Complexity and Maximizing Success of Stakeholder Management

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Stakeholder Analysis Matrix: Simplifying Complexity and Maximizing Success of Stakeholder Management Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Navigating complex stakeholder interests without disciplined risk management frameworks overburdens project teams and jeopardizes deliverables, highlighting the necessity of advanced PMP® leadership training aligned with 2026 PMI® standards. […]

Achieving Stakeholder Management Success with the Power-Interest Grid

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Achieving Stakeholder Management Success with the Power-Interest Grid Updated: June 11, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Editor: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Do you need help managing a diverse array of stakeholders in your projects? Does balancing varying interests and powers within a project confuse you? A clear, actionable framework that simplifies stakeholder prioritization […]

Unlocking the Power of Development Approach and Life Cycle

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Unlocking the Power of Development Approach and Life Cycle Updated: June 08, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®;   Editor: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Navigating the complexities of modern project management demands a sophisticated comprehension of the Development Approach and Life Cycle Performance Domain. This domain, as established by the Project Management Institute […]

Unlocking the Power of Stakeholder Engagement

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Unlocking the Power of Stakeholder Engagement By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Edited: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Effectively engaging with stakeholders is the cornerstone of any successful project. However, this task could get overwhelming, especially for those who just started in project management. The complexity of balancing the diverse interests of stakeholders can be challenging. […]

Tailoring Your Project Management Approach: A Beginner’s Guide

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Tailoring Your Project Management Approach: A Beginner’s Guide Updated: June 11, 2026 By: Meredith Malinawan, PMP®;  Edited: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® In the fast-evolving landscape of project management, one cannot merely rely on a one-size-fits-all approach. Even as an experienced project manager looking to improve your methodology, it can be challenging to tailor your […]

Project Management Artifacts: Essential Tools to Enhance Project Management

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Project Management Artifacts: Essential Tools to Enhance Project Management Updated: June 12, 2026 By: Meredith G. Malinawan, PMP®; Edited: Dr. Michael J. Shick, MSPM, PMP® Choosing the appropriate tools and techniques to your advantage is essential for professionals working in the dynamic field of project management who must contend with issues like project budget constraints, tight […]

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