S4 ep6 how to implement sensible cost control

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Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful.
Both as a user/client and supplier/producer.
In this episode I look at how you can implement cost control that works through one simple way. Implementing spending caps and control is an important part of cost control but can end up costing you more if done poorly.
Join me as I explain why it happens and what works for me, maybe it could work for you.

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S4 ep6 how to implement sensible cost control

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S4 Ep8 Agreements - a tool but don't choose the sledge hammer to help a project and a business 8:41

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Send us a text Getting paid for what you do is a common problem in projects and projects led business both for the supplier (producer) and buyer (client). I use agreements as a tool for good not an obstruction and trip hazard. Always get one, just don't overcomplicate it. Works for me, could for you. In my latest series, series 4 of of Sitting in the corner looking pretty, I delve into some common issues and solutions to control costs and bust budgets and how I solve them. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 ep6 how to implement sensible cost control 11:28

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at how you can implement cost control that works through one simple way. Implementing spending caps and control is an important part of cost control but can end up costing you more if done poorly. Join me as I explain why it happens and what works for me, maybe it could work for you. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 ep7 how to control costs and project success on a project the natural way 10:00

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at how you can control costs through using the natural flow of a project to the projects and the businesses benefit. Its tempting to say that you should be on top of all elements of a project, but you don't and shouldn't. It hampers project progress and success. Join me as I explain why it happens and what works for me, maybe it could work for you. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 esp5 How do you control hours spent on a project? - Don't to it! 9:35

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at how you can control hours spent on a project. Extra time spent has the double trouble effect of costing more and extending the program. Its one of the most costly things for a project and a business. Join me as I explain why it happens and what works for me, maybe it could work for you. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 ep3 How do you manage a budget from a lump sum - make it easy for everyone 9:05

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at how to manage a budget from a lump sum. Something that happens a lot and has great opportunities but can also go horribly wrong and have serious consequences for the user or supplier. Join me as I explain why and how it works for me, maybe it could work for you. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 ep4 How do you get a clear picture of costs when you don't know what you're doing - look in the mirror! 10:15

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at how you can get a clear picture of the costs right from the start even if the scope and especially the detail is still to be developed. Join me as I explain why and how it works for me, maybe it could work for you. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 ep1 How do you control variations to the project? - Scope the most important thing. 12:24

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at the most important thing to control costs and budgets and dive a bit deeper into why and how. Join me for a brief explanation and examples and maybe it could work for you to. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S4 ep2 How do you ensure that you get consistent financial results? - why playing zero sum is a losers game and a route to inconsistent results 10:46

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Send us a text Series 4 is all about costs control and budget busting ......... ideas, thoughts, techniques and things you could do, to make you projects financially successful. Both as a user/client and supplier/producer. In this episode I look at why financial result vary so much from project to project and what I think is the most important way to make them consistent. Join me as I explain why and how it works for me, maybe it could work for you. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 ep10 PERT get better estimates get better results 12:24

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Send us a text Estimating in projects .. it’s a minefield and no one thanks you if they are wrong, even though they are estimates. This week a technique that can help you get the more right that will benefit both the project and business. Tune in for a short session to explain PERT and how it can help elevate your projects and business. You won’t want to miss this explanation of an estimating technique that could help you be more consistent. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 ep9 earned value - valuable … but not for the faint hearted especially if you’re business isn’t on their game 8:18

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Send us a text Is this ultimate project monitoring technique worth your time and efforts? Discover the answer in this episode of "Sitting in the Corner Looking Pretty," I unravel the secrets behind this project management item as to how it could change your game for the better or be impossible to implement. Whether you're igniting your management career or trying to get ultimate vision of your project for the business, this episode promises to equip you with actionable insights that guarantee clarity, precision, and impeccable execution of the iconic reporting technique. Tune in for a short session filled with indispensable guidance designed to enhance both your project outcomes and business efficiency. You won't want to miss this dive into earned value. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 ep8 a program - the most iconic project tool yet the most pointless tick box technique 10:32

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Send us a text Is the standard quintessential project management technique really that essential or should you not bother. Discover the answer in this episode of "Sitting in the Corner Looking Pretty," I unravel the secrets behind this iconic project management item as to how it can be the bedrock for managing your projects and businesses to higher levels or consume wasted time and resource. Whether you're igniting your management career or fine-tuning your workflows, this episode promises to equip you with actionable insights that guarantee clarity, precision, and impeccable execution of the iconic time management tool. Tune in for a short session filled with indispensable guidance designed to enhance both your project outcomes and business efficiency. You won't want to miss this deep dive into making your project management mainstay. AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 e7 A bill of quantities - Count the benefits of using this technique on more than one hand 12:19

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Send us a text A bill of quantities has more benefits than you think and are nothing to be scared of. Find out this week how they can help you improve your project and business results either as a supplier or a user. Try it, use it, benefit from it. Many don’t! AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 ep6 a cash flow - not just an important thing for the business 12:23

48 weeks ago12:23

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Send us a text Series 3 continues with a technique that is more associated with the business but equally important to a project and can be a helpful way to manage them. Cash flows .... not just show you that you are cash positive (or negative) but also progress, issues and maybe more. On certain projects you can run them via a cash flow as the base information. Its a underused but extremely effective technique which could save you a lot of stress and frustration if used correctly. Try it, use it, benefit from it. Many don’t! AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 e5 SMART - Communication that's to good to be true… but can be 16:34

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Send us a text Series 3 continues with a communication technique that will make everyone's life better. SMART or specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time bound. Is an extremely effective communication technique. It is simple ensuring that your requests for information and instructions meet all those criteria. In ensuring that they do, you will make the information you get back better, allow the other parties to supply the correct information with less effort. Ensuring valuable time is not lost by irrelevance or the need to chase information. Try it, use it, benefit from it. Many don’t! AN EVEN BETTER WAY - COWSHED PROJECTS VALUE FOCUSED PROJECT MANAGEMENT - TO MAKE YOUR MANAGEMENT OF PROJECTS AND PROFITS BETTER. For the project and the business. For SME's and accidental project managers. Once you know, you know! www.cowshedprojects.com…

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S3 e4 value setting - Get everyone what they really want from your project 10:38

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