How to take over an existing project [Free checklist]
A 10 step guide on how to take over an existing project along with a free checklist. I will guide you through how to assess the state of the project you’ve inherited.
Author: Elizabeth Harrin
Elizabeth Harrin is a Fellow of the Association for Project Management in the UK. She holds degrees from the University of York and Roehampton University, and several project management certifications including APM PMQ. She first took her PRINCE2 Practitioner exam in 2004 and has worked extensively in project delivery for over 20 years.
Elizabeth is also the founder of the Project Management Rebels community, a mentoring group for professionals. She's written several books for project managers including Managing Multiple Projects.
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12 Ways to Manage Project Quality Without Drama
Learn how to manage project quality (without the drama!) with these 12 simple tips.
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7 Health tips for remote workers
Learn how to stay healthy as a remote employee.
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Software Review: Vizzlo
Here is my review of Vizzlo, a great tool for creating charts and business graphics for your project management presentations and reports.
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5 Habits to ditch this year
I’m not a great one for making resolutions (although if you are looking for inspiration for team goals or resolutions this year, read my suggestions for team objectives) so this year I thought I’d take a different look at things. Instead of setting myself up for failure by making promises to do new things, I…
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7 Productivity Tools for Teams That You’ve Never Heard Of
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SmartSuite Review
Thinking of investing in SmartSuite? Read this first!
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10 Things New Project Managers Should Know
Here are 10 simple things that you can do as a new project manager to get up to speed quickly and avoid rookie errors.
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What is a PDU (in Project Management)?
Learn more about what is a PDU as well as how to earn them and how many you need for each project management certification.
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PM PrepCast PMP Training and Exam Simulator Review (2026) + Discount Coupon Code
Read my review of the Project Management PrepCast. I took the course so I could review it honestly. Find out why I think it’s great and how it can help your PMP prep.
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17 Examples of productivity to help you get ahead
Discover 17 examples of productivity that will help you get ahead in the office. Learn how to establish a routine, utilize technology, work in teams, manage stress levels and stay motivated and focused.
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7 Ethics Tips For Project Managers
Learn these important ethics tips for project managers and how to make sure you are working in an ethical way on your projects.
