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Russ Parker, PMP, PMI-RMP, PMI-ACP, LSSBB

My email list supports my blog. I believe every project manager and project risk manager deserves a place to learn, grow, and connect with others who share their passion. We’re here to create a community where you can find insightful articles, practical tips, and thoughtful discussions designed to enhance your skills and leadership capabilities. So, come join me on this journey into project management, project risk management, and project leadership!

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The Risk Blog Weekly Status Report for 13 May 2024

The Risk BLOG Weekly Status Report Status Report for 13 May 2024 Announcement: The Risk Blog Challenge Coin! Shipments Go Out Early July; Pre-Ordering Will Start in June Today‘s Blog: A Comprehensive Guide to Tuckman's Model: Understanding the Stages of Group Development Blog Quote of the Week: "As the project manager, you are the project team’s leader... getting your team members to the performing stage needs to be one of your top priorities." Leading a team through a project can be as...

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The Risk BLOG Weekly Status Report Status Report for 6 May 2024 Todays Blog: Bust Out That Risk Matrix and Stop Skipping Qualitative Risk Analysis Blog Quote of the Week: "Qualitative risk analysis is not a one-and-done. It is a continuous process that builds upon itself throughout the life of your project." Navigating the complexities of project management can often feel like trying to steer a ship through stormy seas. Whats the key to smooth sailing? A robust risk management strategy....

11 days ago • 3 min read
Project Managers and Project Risk Managers: A Perfect Match for Strategic Success

The Risk BLOG Weekly Status Report Status Report for 29 April 2024 Todays Blog's: Project Managers and Project Risk Managers: A Match Made in Strategy Read It Now! Blog Quote of the Week: "Organizations need project risk managers just as much as they need project managers. These two positions are deeply intertwined during the project – and are the true keys to a successful project." New Free Download: This will make it into next week's blog post, but you all are getting a first look at The...

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The Risk BLOG Weekly Status Report Status Report for 22 April 2024 Todays Blog's: Click To Read The Blog! Leadership Principles and Traits: A Project Managers Guide to Leading Like a US Marine Blog Quote of the Week: “Leadership is at the heart of project management. Therefore, it would benefit Project Managers to learn from the US Marine Corps proficiency in the basics of leadership." US Marines are known for being leaders. This is not due to chance or amazing recruiting standards. This...

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The Risk BLOG Weekly Status Report Status Report for 15 April 2024 Todays Blog's: The Project Risk Manager's Role in Project Management Blog Quote of the Week: “Risk managers are not the reason a project will succeed, but they can be why it fails.” The Risk Manager's Role in Project Management: Project Risk Managers are not integrated into every company. Instead, they rely on Project Managers to manage the risk of their projects. This can work at times but is not always the best option. That...

about 1 month ago • 2 min read

The Risk BLOG Weekly Status Report Status Report for 8 April 2024 Todays Blog's: Managing Projects for Beginners: Effective Tips for Success Blog Quote of the Week: "Even senior project managers can stumble on the basics. Dive into the foundational principles of project management and pave your way to success with these essential tips." Happy Monday! Are you ready to take your project management skills to the next level? In the latest blog article, "Managing Projects for Beginners: Effective...

about 1 month ago • 2 min read

Welcome to The Risk bLOG! Reader I am Russell Parker, the owner of Forty-Four Risk PM, LLC and the writer for The Risk BLOG. I am a retired US Marine Corps officer and currently a Project Manager for a financial institution in New Jersey. I am a PMP, PMI-RMP, PMI-ACP, and LSSBB - and I am prepared to bring you on a journey towards leading your projects to success. Here at The Risk BLOG, we have three core pillars for success that our website will focus on: Project Management Project Risk...

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