How Big Things Get Done
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Cracking the Code of Monumental Success: Lessons from How Big Things Get Done

In the illuminating pages of “How Big Things Get Done,” a captivating book by esteemed Oxford professor Bent Flyvbjerg, readers are treated to a treasure trove of invaluable insights into successful project management. This groundbreaking work is a beacon of knowledge. It sheds light on the crucial factors that distinguish triumph from failure when it comes to ambitious endeavors.

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Confirmation Bias
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The Devil You Know: The Danger of Confirmation Bias in Project Management

In the world of project management, the impact of confirmation bias cannot be underestimated. It’s a danger that has proven its destructive power time and again. Take, for example, the cautionary tale of Theranos, a once-celebrated biotech startup poised to revolutionize blood testing. But lurking beneath the surface of its apparent success was a devil that everyone knows too well: confirmation bias. This insidious bias clouded the judgment of executives and investors, blinding them to dissenting voices and contradictory evidence. The result? A catastrophic fallout marked by legal battles, financial losses, and irreparably damaged reputations. The Theranos scandal is a stark reminder of the perils of confirmation bias and its potential to wreak havoc on even the most promising projects.

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It Doesn't Have to be Crazy at Work
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Lessons for Driving Project Success from ‘It Doesn’t Have to be Crazy at Work”

As a project manager, I constantly seek ways to enhance my team’s productivity and achieve success. That is why I recommend “It Doesn’t Have to be Crazy at Work” by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson as an unexpected but valuable resource for project managers. After applying the principles from the book to my projects, I’ve identified three key ideas that can help drive success in project management. In this post, I’ll share these insights and explain how you apply them to your projects.

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