Not really Matias. I recommend you explore Freelancer.com you'll find plenty of remote job opportunities there for PMs or aspiring PMs. Like anything else, you'll need to start building a profile and a reputation initially, so prioritize experience over money. In the long run it will pay off. You miRead more
Hi Regina, I would recommend the Agile & Scrum Certifications you can find on the Menu of thePMKB website under "Certifications" right at the top. In addition to that, I would encourage you to explore the Freebies included in the Project Management Certification course as well as in the other coRead more
It really varies by project and also depends on the context. Plus, on some projects it makes sense to combine them and take what is referred to as a hybrid approach. For projects which need a short delivery timeframe and that need to deliver value quickly and often go Agile. Agile is better suited fRead more
Yes, you can! :) The main difference of doing this v.s how you would do it in traditional Project Management (the Waterfall approach) is that in Scrum you wouldn't do this only at one particular point in time or phase of the project, but you would do it regularly as you're delivering new features, eRead more
Scope is the extent of what you will cover with the project, so what sits within the boundaries of what you will accomplish at the end of the project. Say for example you were rolling out a new version of Windows in a business. You could define the scope as follows: Windows Desktops and Laptops StafRead more
A task is something that someone needs to do as part of the project. Tasks are assigned to people and they have an expected completion date or due date. And they tend to be associated with your skillset and expertise. So for example, technical tasks are assigned to technical people. Designer tasks aRead more
People will actively participate in meetings if you foster a collaborative environment. If you give them the confidence to speak up and if you respectfully listen to their points, opinions or suggestions even if you don't agree with what they're saying. Same goes for shy people, the above preRead more
Hi Lisa, I understand your point and how you would view this based on your experience, but even though I respect your opinion, I would argue otherwise. I've lived and worked in four different countries and have traveled the world. I've also worked as a PM in different industries in small, mid and lRead more
Yes, generally the Product Manager would play the role of Product Owner in Scrum, but another person would play the role of Scrum Master. Typically someone leading the Team, but it can be anyone really. As long as he/she has a good Scrum foundation. Keep in mind that not all companies have the roleRead more
Ask for information
Mauricio Rubio
Not really Matias. I recommend you explore Freelancer.com you'll find plenty of remote job opportunities there for PMs or aspiring PMs. Like anything else, you'll need to start building a profile and a reputation initially, so prioritize experience over money. In the long run it will pay off. You miRead more
What is next?
Mauricio Rubio
Hi Regina, I would recommend the Agile & Scrum Certifications you can find on the Menu of thePMKB website under "Certifications" right at the top. In addition to that, I would encourage you to explore the Freebies included in the Project Management Certification course as well as in the other coRead more
Agile or Waterfall?
Mauricio Rubio
It really varies by project and also depends on the context. Plus, on some projects it makes sense to combine them and take what is referred to as a hybrid approach. For projects which need a short delivery timeframe and that need to deliver value quickly and often go Agile. Agile is better suited fRead more
Agile Testing
Mauricio Rubio
Yes, you can! :) The main difference of doing this v.s how you would do it in traditional Project Management (the Waterfall approach) is that in Scrum you wouldn't do this only at one particular point in time or phase of the project, but you would do it regularly as you're delivering new features, eRead more
What is the best day for a Project Go Live?
Mauricio Rubio
Definitely, it will depend on the context, business, availability, etc.
What is project scope and how is it different from project objectives?
Mauricio Rubio
Scope is the extent of what you will cover with the project, so what sits within the boundaries of what you will accomplish at the end of the project. Say for example you were rolling out a new version of Windows in a business. You could define the scope as follows: Windows Desktops and Laptops StafRead more
What is the difference between task, goals and deliverables? What factors are covered in each of them?
Mauricio Rubio
A task is something that someone needs to do as part of the project. Tasks are assigned to people and they have an expected completion date or due date. And they tend to be associated with your skillset and expertise. So for example, technical tasks are assigned to technical people. Designer tasks aRead more
Active contribution in meetings
Mauricio Rubio
People will actively participate in meetings if you foster a collaborative environment. If you give them the confidence to speak up and if you respectfully listen to their points, opinions or suggestions even if you don't agree with what they're saying. Same goes for shy people, the above preRead more
Gaining Experience
Mauricio Rubio
Hi Lisa, I understand your point and how you would view this based on your experience, but even though I respect your opinion, I would argue otherwise. I've lived and worked in four different countries and have traveled the world. I've also worked as a PM in different industries in small, mid and lRead more
What is the difference between a Project Manager and a Product Manager?
Mauricio Rubio
Yes, generally the Product Manager would play the role of Product Owner in Scrum, but another person would play the role of Scrum Master. Typically someone leading the Team, but it can be anyone really. As long as he/she has a good Scrum foundation. Keep in mind that not all companies have the roleRead more