15 Outlook Tips for Increased Productivity Have you heard about Inbox Zero? It is a productivity philosophy about dealing with a constant, life-long stream of email. It was first expressed by Merlin Mann on his 43Folders site, which is currently (and hopefully temporarily) unavailable but is mirrored by the Internet Archive (Source: Google). In thisContinue reading “Guidelines for achieving Zero Inbox”
Author Archives: Lashmi Bai Ravindrapandian
Are you following these Detail-Oriented Traits?
Nobody is born with the talent of being 100% right all the time BUT to what detail are you able to do it right and the frequency is all matters. Detail-oriented is a character trait that means being able to pay close attention and notice minor details. Being in a PMO dealing with lots of information/data,Continue reading “Are you following these Detail-Oriented Traits?”
Fixed vs Time & Material
Understanding the Contract type is the very first step in the Project Management. As the contract documents are binding and legally enforcing, it is important to understand the type of contract it has been signed. As a Client, consequences of choosing the wrong type of contract in terms of not having way of changing orContinue reading “Fixed vs Time & Material”
Integrated Product Development Life Cycle
Integrated Product Development Lifecycle defines the end-end process involved in delivering a new product or improving an existing product to the customer. Below elaborated the product development lifecycle in a nutshell based on my experience in Product Organizations. The activities that you perform in each phase is enormous and it also depends on the industry as well. ForContinue reading “Integrated Product Development Life Cycle”
5 Traits to be successful at PMO
In my decade of experience as a Project Management Officer (PMO), I’ve learned that achieving success in the workplace requires a unique set of qualities. Whether you’re already a seasoned PMO professional or just starting your career in the field, these traits will undoubtedly propel you to greater heights. 1. Initiatives: Paving Your Path toContinue reading “5 Traits to be successful at PMO”
Understanding the PMO Journey
Are you looking for a career in PMO. Based on my insights, penned down the PMO journey. Project Management itself is not industry specific. The goal or prime objective of project management is to achieve the delivery of the product/service in terms of scope, cost, schedule & quality. PMO is evolving from these 3 TypesContinue reading “Understanding the PMO Journey”
WACTEO – We are Customers to Each Other
All About Customers – Customer Obsession Customer Obsession means creating a better customer experience from the customer’s perspective. Organizations constantly show the commitment for the customer-first approach. The Customer needs are at the center of everything they do. Companies that master customer obsession focus on the things they can do every day to consistently provideContinue reading “WACTEO – We are Customers to Each Other”
Top 6 Free Add-Ins for PowerPoint
A PowerPoint presentation can be a simple deck of slides. It can also be a visually breathtaking course of animations and graphics. In every case, a good presentation requires thought, hard work, and time. Microsoft PowerPoint gives you some help with time. But though this Office software is packed with features, you need extra helpContinue reading “Top 6 Free Add-Ins for PowerPoint”
Top 6 FREE Add-Ins for Excel 2019
Microsoft Excel is by far the most used application for data analysis. Mastering Excel is a must-have skill in many companies. It can also be a huge time-saver. Add or remove an Excel add-in. Click the File tab, click Options, and then click the Add-Ins category. Click Insert Menu – Get Add-Ins. In this video,Continue reading “Top 6 FREE Add-Ins for Excel 2019”
Email – An extension of your Identity
Often, in the corporate environment, Emails are overlooked and the sender also overlooks the content of the mail while sending without going deep into the reasons behind sending the mail. Many workplace problems arise due to emails. Email mistakes are difficult to correct and can be costly or damaging to your reputation. Many times, peopleContinue reading “Email – An extension of your Identity”