My Project Management Portfolio

Slide 1: Project Management Portfolio S. Gillespie, MBA, PMP Page 1

Slide 2: Table of Contents Portfolio Dashboards Timeline Visualization Project Plan Test Plans Work Breakdown ITIL Documentation Brainstorming Methodologies Influence Relationships Tools, People, Process Motivation vs. Demotivation LinkedIn Quotes Questions Page 2

Slide 3: Dashboard – example 1 Page 3

Slide 4: Dashboard – example 2 Page 4

Slide 5: Timeline Page 5

Slide 6: Visualization – example 1 Page 6

Slide 7: Visualization – example 2 Page 7

Slide 8: Project Plan with Critical Path in Red Page 8

Slide 9: Test Plan (collapsed view) Page 9

Slide 10: Test Plan (exploded view) Page 10

Slide 11: Work Breakdown Page 11

Slide 12: Work Breakdown (close up) Page 12

Slide 13: ITIL Documentation Structure Sample Page 13

Slide 14: Brainstorming Session Page 14

Slide 15: Methodology: Waterfall • Phases – a project is composed of a series of distinct phases • Milestones – each phase concludes with a millstone • Deliverables – milestones usually represent the delivery of some physical (a document, a program, etc) • Unidirectionality– once each phase is finish and its milestone achieve, it is usually not repeated Page 15

Slide 16: Methodology: Spiral / RAD • Prototypes – rapidly developed partial nonfunctional sample systems than can easily be refined • Client Feedback – prototypes are shown to clients early and often • Rapid Cycles – time intervals between client feedback and integration is short • Flexibility – this approach is designed to be highly response to changes Page 16

Slide 17: Methodology: Agile • Customer satisfaction by rapid, continuous delivery of useful software • Working software is delivered frequently (weeks rather than months) • Working software is the principal measure of progress • Even late changes in requirements are welcomed • Close, daily cooperation between business people and developers • Face-to-face conversation is the best form of communication • Projects are built around motivated individuals, who should be trusted • Continuous attention to technical excellence and good design • Simplicity, Self-organizing teams, Regular adaptation to changing circumstances Page 17

Slide 18: Influence Page 18

Slide 19: Relationships Page 19

Slide 20: Tools, People, Process & Projects, Programs, Portfolio Page 20

Slide 21: Motivation vs. Demotivation Factors Motivation Factors Demotivation Factors • Select wisely • Exclusion from decision • Manage meaning making • Communicate significance • Inconsistency • Engender interdependence • Excessive monitoring • Control resource availability • Focus on tasks, not goals • Projectize: have a clear • Unqualified evaluation start and end • Misaligned external motivators • Artificial deadlines • Organizational disinterest • Team without skills Page 21

Slide 22: select LinkedIn.com recommendations “Seth has been a great help and a team player from day one. His Project Management expertise is top notch as he keeps focus on the big picture and strategic views at hand. Equally so, Seth shares his detailed knowledge and understanding of tasks and projects with fellow co-workers and is a true joy to work with, even in the midst of late nights and tight deadlines.” Keri-jo Brettell, Project Manager, Siemens worked directly with Seth at Siemens IT Solutions and Services, Inc. “My experience with Seth at Siemens has been very positive; he has gone the extra mile to provide both solid Project Management deliverables such as detailed Project Plans, as well as participating in the training and mentoring of employees under his care. Seth is one of the most knowledgeable project managers I’ve met, and I recommend him without reservation.” Chris Kintner, Project Manager, Siemens worked indirectly for Seth at Siemens IT Solutions and Services, Inc. Page 22

Slide 23: select LinkedIn.com recommendations “Seth performed his PM duties with a high degree of energy, dedication, organization and self-motivation. He was an excellent team player who always found time to assist other members of the team in spite of his heavy workload.” Darian Thomason, Project Manager, Dell worked directly with Seth at Dell, Inc “Seth is a business enabler in every sense. He structures his workload for maximum effectiveness both internally and with clients. He also has the ability to work in a constantly changing environment, anticipating adjustments in direction and reacting accordingly. Highly adept Project Manager that would complement any team.” Marissa Armour, Sr. Recruiter, Peak Systems managed Seth indirectly at Dell, Inc Page 23

Slide 24: select LinkedIn.com recommendations “I had the unique experience of working with Seth in a couple of different capacities while at our company, first as a quality reviewer of his project deliverables and secondly as a fellow project manager within the same group. In both instances, Seth displayed a dedication to getting the job done, a willingness to cooperate with each team player, and a certain acumen that comes from understanding the principles of project management well. I certainly would recommend him for future project management positions.” Dwon Foye, Principal Consultant, Informatech Consulting, Inc. worked directly with Seth at Chiron, Corp “In my experience Seth was a diligent worker whom put his heart into his job. He truly cared about others and the projects he managed. When faced with pressure he shined and with nearly four years at the company, he always left a positive mark.” Ruby Munoz, Administrative Assistant, Chiron Corporation worked directly with Seth at Chiron, Corp Page 24

Slide 25: Contact: nospam @ sethgillespie.com Page 25