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Brand Positioning Framework: How to Create It (and Why It’s a Must)
Learn strategies for creating a brand positioning framework to boost your customer base and bottom line.
Jodi Monroe
Apr 19, 2024
The 10 Best AI To-Do List Apps to Boost Your Productivity in 2024
Check out these highly recommended AI to-do list apps designed to help you stay organized, supercharge your productivity, and get more done.
Dejan Kvergic
Apr 19, 2024
Proactive Planning: What It Is and How to Master It
Proactive planning can help you anticipate and address challenges before they arise. Find out how to become a proactive planning expert here.
Haylee Read
Apr 4, 2024
How to Set Ambitious yet Attainable Project Goals
Learn how to set ambitious yet realistic project goals to maximize your team’s output.
Asir Muntasir
Apr 4, 2024
How to Write a Project Status Report (with a Template)
Learn how to create status reports that align your team and keep projects on track. We’ll cover the essentials and offer a shortcut for better reporting.
Brian Bakker
Mar 28, 2024
Why Project Efficiency Is a Key to Making All Your Projects Successful
Discover what you need to know about project efficiency and reap the rewards of shorter timelines and happier stakeholders.
Brian Bakker
Mar 27, 2024
Deadline Management Dilemmas? Tame Your Task List: 101
Deadline dilemmas stressing you out? Manage your team's deadlines without the headaches with this 10-minute guide to better deadline management.
Haylee Read
Mar 27, 2024
Hybrid Project Management: the Best of Two Worlds
Learn how to integrate different project management methodologies to create a hybrid process tailored to your needs.
Josue Valles
Mar 27, 2024
How to Be More Productive: 11 Tips, 6 Skills, & Some Secret Sauce!
Unlock lasting productivity with this ultimate productivity guide, complete with 11 useful tips and 6 productivity skills to improve on.
Elizabeth Minton
Mar 27, 2024
Low Morale at Work? 12 Effective Ways to Turn Things Around
Learn the common signs and causes of low morale at work, plus 12 effective ways to turn things around.
Jodi Monroe
Mar 25, 2024
What Makes a Team Player? Top 10 Qualities and Tips
Learn what makes a great team player in this article. We cover the components, top qualities, and tips on how to become a better team player.
Jared Posey
Mar 25, 2024
Optimize Your Time with Next-Level Daily Planning
Take control of your day with next-level daily planning strategies. Learn how to optimize your time and boost productivity with this pro guide.
Haylee Read
Mar 22, 2024
Build Stronger Teams: 17 Strategies for Effective Collaboration
Discover the 17 best strategies for effective collaboration. We also discuss future trends in this space.
Jared Posey
Mar 22, 2024
Agile Capacity Planning Guide: How to Do It Effectively in 2024
Learn how to effectively use Agile capacity planning to boost your team’s output in 2024 and beyond.
Ragnar Miljeteig
Mar 21, 2024
How to Launch a New Workflow in Your Business (+9 Free Workflow Examples)
Discover how to launch a new workflow process in your business in this article from Motion, plus nine workflow examples to streamline operations.
Kimberly Keys
Mar 19, 2024
How to Leverage the Positive Energy You Get From Successful Task Completion
Discover the many tools available that’ll help you find practical strategies to make sure of the timely completion of all your tasks.
Brian Bakker
Mar 19, 2024
How to Use Fast-Tracking Project Management Properly
Lagging behind? Learn how to properly fast-track a project. Discover when to use it, its benefits and risks, along with practical steps and top tips.
Richard Reynolds
Mar 15, 2024
11 Ways to Achieve Team Efficiency (without Burning Out)
Learn how to boost team efficiency with these 11 smart tweaks and say hello to your most productive year yet.
Benita Liew
Mar 14, 2024
Time Blindness: Targeted Strategies to Take Back Your Time
Learn all about the causes and symptoms of time blindness. Plus, find out the top strategies to help you manage your time more effectively.
Jodi Monroe
Mar 13, 2024
Plan for Success: Project Discovery Phase 101
Confused about the project discovery phase? Don't worry, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to effectively plan for success.
Haylee Read
Mar 7, 2024
Mastering Project Communications Management: Your 10-Minute Guide
This 10-minute guide is packed with practical advice and tools to help you become a pro in Project Communications Management. Read on to learn more.
Haylee Read
Mar 1, 2024
Resource Breakdown Structure: What Is It?
Learn everything about what resource breakdown structure means in this complete guide. You’ll also discover how to implement it.
Danny Maiorca
Feb 29, 2024
Project Quality Management Is the Key to Delivering Successful Projects
Quality is often difficult to define on projects when there isn’t a quantifiable metric to apply. But here are some tools you can use to do the job.
Brian Bakker
Feb 27, 2024
RACI Alternatives to Build Team Trust
Discover the tools that'll help you build straightforward communication with your team and streamline your processes in an easy way.
Josue Valles
Feb 26, 2024
How Project Procurement Management Can Make or Break Your Project
Discover how effective project procurement management can help your project to avoid a world of trouble.
Brian Bakker
Feb 26, 2024
Project Resource Management: the Ultimate Guide in 2024
Learn how to manage resources for your project by following a tried and tested method.
Geoff Walters
Feb 26, 2024
What is Resource Availability in Project Management? (2024 Guide)
Learn what resource availability is and why you should manage it. Also, discover the factors affecting it.
Shinjini Guha
Feb 26, 2024
Sales Team Motivation: 7 Proven Strategies to Boost Performance
Learn more about the best strategies for encouraging and maintaining robust sales team motivation.
Jodi Monroe
Feb 21, 2024
SAFe vs Scrum: Finding The Best Agile Framework for Your Business
Everyone wants to be Agile but there are so many frameworks to choose from. Find out which one will be best for you.
Brian Bakker
Feb 20, 2024
How Task Batching Can Supercharge Your Productivity
How you can sharpen your focus, reduce stress, avoid procrastination and radically improve your productivity.
Brian Bakker
Feb 20, 2024
Without a Project Baseline, How Do You Measure Success in Your Project?
When you’re running a project you need a point of reference if you’re going to keep track of things. That’s what your project baseline is.
Brian Bakker
Feb 20, 2024
Team Culture: Benefits and Strategies for Building Strong Teams
Ready to improve your team culture? Learn what team culture is, why it’s important, and top strategies for enhancing it.
Jodi Monroe
Feb 20, 2024
Advantages and Disadvantages of the RACI Matrix for Project Teams
Looking for insights on the RACI Matrix for project teams? Discover the advantages and disadvantages of using this tool in our comprehensive guide.
Haylee Read
Feb 20, 2024
Daily Scrum vs. Standup: More than Just Another Meeting
Learn more about Agile software development with this quick guide. We’ll cover Scrum and its key ceremonies, including the standup meeting.
Haylee Read
Feb 20, 2024
Team Cohesion 101: How to Establish It in Your Business
Cohesive teams get things done. Learn the basics of team cohesion, including benefits, examples, and strategies to improve it.
Jodi Monroe
Feb 19, 2024
Project Coordination: How to Deliver Projects on Time and Under Budget
Whether you need a project coordinator or want to be one, you need to know how the role contributes to project success.
Brian Bakker
Feb 13, 2024
Finding the Perfect EAC Formula for Your Project
Calculating EAC – Deciding which of four formulas to use depends on your financials, data availability, your project state, and how far along you are.
Brian Bakker
Feb 13, 2024
A Comprehensive Guide to Real Estate Project Management
Learn the art of mastering real estate project management by reading this comprehensive 8-minute guide with actionable strategies and tools.
Asir Muntasir
Feb 12, 2024
Scrum vs. Waterfall: the Ultimate Showdown
Scrum and waterfall are two popular approaches to managing projects. Learn which is best for your team in this ultimate showdown!
Haylee Read
Feb 12, 2024
How Parametric Estimating Improves Your Chances of Project Success
It’s fast and it’s accurate so why wouldn’t you use parametric estimating for your project? Here’s how to do it.
Brian Bakker
Feb 12, 2024
Fundamental Levels of Managers Explained
Explore the three levels of managers used by successful businesses and how a company’s size helps indicate the right management structure.
Carla Groenewegen
Feb 12, 2024
Accurate Project Estimations: a Deep Dive Into Bottom-up Estimation
Learn how bottom-up estimates provide more accuracy to your project cost and schedule.
Keisha Card
Feb 8, 2024
Why You Need a Corporate Vision Statement
Discover the powerful benefits of having a vision statement for your business. Use our six detailed steps to craft a compelling corporate vision.
Carla Groenewegen
Feb 8, 2024
Boost Your Revenue with AI Sales Automation
Discover the power of AI sales automation software to boost your sales efficiency and revenue. Bonus: a review of the 12 top sales automation tools.
Carla Groenewegen
Feb 8, 2024
What You Can Do when Employee Management Feels Like Herding Cats
Managing people is one of the trickiest parts of running a business, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how the right approach can build a happy, productive team.
Carla Bauto Dena
Jan 31, 2024
Handle Project Execution Like a Pro
Discover 7 expert tips for successfully managing the longest phase of a project's life cycle. Learn what's necessary during this stage.
Richard Reynolds
Jan 29, 2024
Resource Leveling vs Resource Smoothing Made Simple
Discover the differences between resource leveling and resource smoothing and how you can apply them to your project or business.
Josue Valles
Jan 29, 2024
Resource Constraints and How to Resolve Them
Learn how to identify and overcome resource constraints to ensure successful project delivery and business operations.
Josue Valles
Jan 24, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Legal Project Management
Start here to learn about the emerging field of legal project management and how the project management principles you already know can be applied!
Elizabeth Minton
Jan 24, 2024
Write an Effective Project Proposal in 6 Steps
Learn how to write an effective project proposal that’ll help you get the backing you need for your venture or project with this step-by-step guide.
Richard Reynolds
Jan 22, 2024
7 Project Estimation Techniques to Help Your Projects Succeed
The PMI describes it as a quantitative estimate of project costs, resources or duration. But project estimation is a bit more complicated than that.
Brian Bakker
Jan 22, 2024
When, Why, and How to Use Analogous Estimating in Project Management
Past projects are a useful guide for estimating time, costs and resources needed for a current project. That’s analogous estimating.
Brian Bakker
Jan 22, 2024
How and when to Use Project Management Crashing
There are at least ten different reasons you might need to shorten the duration of your project. Here’s how to do it without risking project failure.
Motion Blog
Jan 16, 2024
Unlock Your Team’s True Potential with Strong Team Management Practices
Teams can make or break a business's success. Learn how you can guide your team and business to success with the 7 best practices for team management.
Motion Blog
Jan 12, 2024
11 Project Success Criteria Examples
Discover 11 project success criteria examples that’ll define your project triumphs.
Motion Blog
Jan 12, 2024
9 Work Order Management Systems for You to Consider
Your business depends on certain essential equipment and machinery. A work order management system makes sure that you keep it in good working order.
Motion Blog
Jan 11, 2024
5 Best AI Scheduling Assistants to Help Boost Productivity to New Heights
Get the inside scoop on what an AI scheduling assistant is, the top benefits and 5 of the best choices that can help you or your team reach new heights.
Motion Blog
Jan 11, 2024
Tornado Diagrams: the Simple Way to Visualize Business Risks
Understand exactly what a tornado diagram is and how it helps to measure risk/reward. Learn when to use tornado charts with actionable examples.
Motion Blog
Jan 10, 2024
40+ Team Norm Examples to Inspire Your Company
Explore 40+ team norm examples that’ll redefine the way your team collaborates.
Motion Blog
Jan 10, 2024
Team Values: Their Importance, How to Create Them, and Examples
Discover the essence of team values, including what they are, their importance in the workplace, and how to develop them.
Motion Blog
Jan 10, 2024
What Is a Team Charter, and How Do You Use One?
Start getting the results your team desires. Learn how to write a team charter and discover real-life examples in this guide.
Motion Blog
Jan 10, 2024
Effective Project Prioritization: A Comprehensive Guide for Small Businesses
Learning how to prioritize the right projects that drive your business objectives, financial or not, can make or break your business.
Motion Blog
Jan 10, 2024
Discover the Best Project Management Framework for Your Team
Learn about the true power of a project management framework, its key components and the best frameworks for businesses to adopt.
Motion Blog
Jan 8, 2024
Product Management Tools: How, when, and Why to Use Them
Learn how to utilize product management tools to maximize your business’ growth.
Motion Blog
Jan 8, 2024
A Simple Guide to Sprint Project Management
Learn what a sprint is and how you can manage sprints effectively in your business.
Motion Blog
Jan 8, 2024
The 10 Best AI Sales Tools for Small Business
Increase your revenue with AI sales tools! These 10 tools will help you close more deals and boost your bottom line. Read more to find out how.
Motion Blog
Jan 8, 2024
Mastering Meetings: a Comprehensive Guide to AI Meeting Assistants
Learn the benefits of an AI meeting assistant and check out some of the top options today.
Motion Blog
Jan 8, 2024
Design Project Management and How to Make It Work in Your Business
Managing a project is one thing. Managing a design project introduces something that ordinary project management techniques struggle to cope with: unpredictability.
Motion Blog
Dec 20, 2023
5 Best Change Management Framework for Businesses
Learn how to make a change management framework work for your business. Discover the 5 best frameworks and tips to help you from the get-go.
Motion Blog
Dec 20, 2023
Top 10 Workload Management Tools for Busy Business Owners
Stay productive with these top-rated tools for busy business owners. From workload management to task scheduling, these tools will supercharge your productivity.
Motion Blog
Dec 18, 2023
AI-Driven Project Management Software for Creatives
Learn how to keep your team's creativity flowing with AI-driven project management software. Managing your creative projects is easier than ever!
Motion Blog
Dec 18, 2023
The Top 10 Resource Planning Software for Your Business
Looking for a way to better manage your resources and stay on top of your workload? Read on to find the right resource planning software for you!
Motion Blog
Dec 7, 2023
Agency Project Management: a Simple Guide
Wondering how to succeed at agency project management? Here are 10 strategies to not miss!
Motion Blog
Dec 7, 2023
Getting the Most Out of Your Project Management Information System
Don’t let your PMIS become a time sink! Learn how to make your project management information system work for you for maximum success.
Motion Blog
Dec 6, 2023
Stakeholder vs. Shareholder: Exploring the Differences
Stakeholders and shareholders contribute to business success. Learn how you can secure their support and manage their expectations for long-term relationships.
Motion Blog
Dec 5, 2023
Stakeholder Theory and How to Apply It
Learn about stakeholder theory and its impact on businesses. Discover how to identify, prioritize, and engage with stakeholders for maximum success.
Motion Blog
Dec 5, 2023
Project Management for Nonprofits: What to Look for in a Solution
Running projects is challenging. But when you have to do it in a nonprofit environment it becomes even more so. Motion can help.
Motion Blog
Dec 5, 2023
The Importance of Project Management to Your Business
Get to understand how good project management can be of benefit to your business and help you achieve your business objectives.
Motion Blog
Dec 5, 2023
How to Measure Project Success and Why You Should
Get the information needed to measure project success, from understanding the project scope and goals to tracking progress and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Motion Blog
Dec 5, 2023
Top Virtual Meeting Etiquette Tips for Successful Meetings
Learn some ways to prepare for and run your virtual meetings for more productivity and better outcomes.
Motion Blog
Nov 30, 2023
Project Timeline: What, How, Benefits, and Examples
Discover what a project timeline is, how to create one in 7 steps, the benefits of one, example timelines, and how to use Motion to manage timeline tasks.
Motion Blog
Nov 30, 2023
Exploring the Benefits of Stakeholder Analysis
Knowing your stakeholders is key to improved collaboration. Learn how you can implement stakeholder analysis to identify parties that matter to your business.
Motion Blog
Nov 30, 2023
What Is Project Cost Management? (Importance, Steps, & Benefits)
Learn about project cost management, its importance, and its benefits for successful project completion.
Motion Blog
Nov 30, 2023
Benefits of Project Management for Businesses, Entrepreneurs and Managers
Get the most out of your business, team and projects with project management. Learn how you can start reaping the best benefits today.
Motion Blog
Nov 28, 2023
The Business Owner’s Guide to Agile SDLC
Learn everything you need to know about the Agile software development lifecycle and how to apply its potential to your business.
Motion Blog
Nov 28, 2023
A Comparative Analysis of Scrum Masters and Project Managers
Learn the differences and similarities between Scrum masters and project managers and how both roles can save you time using AI.
Motion Blog
Nov 24, 2023
8 Best Project Management Software for Marketing in 2024
Explore the eight best project management software for marketing teams in 2024 and how they can make your process more efficient.
Motion Blog
Nov 23, 2023
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS): An Example
Learn what a work breakdown structure is, the benefits of using one, steps to create a WBS and see an example.
Motion Blog
Nov 23, 2023
8 Steps to Perfect the Marketing Planning Process
Master the art of the marketing planning process with Motion’s 8-step guide. Learn how to strategize for optimal impact and growth.
Motion Blog
Nov 23, 2023
Efficient Ways to Monitor and Improve Project Progress
Learn the best ways to ensure you monitor project progress efficiently and understand how to make your projects a success.
Motion Blog
Nov 22, 2023
Harness the Power of Lessons Learned Project Management
Learn how to use lessons learned effectively for your ventures. Discover benefits, steps, tips, templates and examples to drive continuous improvement.
Motion Blog
Nov 22, 2023
The Best Small Business Management Software in 2024
Get the best out of small business management with the help of our comprehensive guide to the top software and tools for entrepreneurs in 2024.
Motion Blog
Nov 22, 2023
RACI Responsible vs. Accountable—Key Concepts Defined
Unravel the mystery of RACI roles and best practice with our guide. Learn how to bring clarity to your projects, boost accountability, and drive success.
Motion Blog
Nov 21, 2023
How to Win at Creative Project Management
Discover how to use project management for creative projects and businesses. Learn the best practices to apply, challenges to overcome and tools to use.
Motion Blog
Nov 21, 2023
Harness Success with Project Management Workflows
Learn how to choose and implement project management workflows that make you more powerful and your work easier.
Motion Blog
Nov 20, 2023
Choosing the Best Planning Tools for Your Business + 5 Examples
Learn how to choose the right planning tools with the best features for your business and five examples to consider.
Motion Blog
Nov 20, 2023
Crafting Strategic Plans: Examples to Help You Create Effective Strategies
Strategic planning is integral to achieving your business goals. Learn how to prepare effective strategies that guide your business to success.
Motion Blog
Nov 17, 2023
Ultimate Guide to Project Manager Responsibilities (Plus 7 Skills & Tips)
Learn all about the responsibilities of a project manager, plus 7 essential skills and tips from professionals to help you manage your project effectively.
Motion Blog
Nov 17, 2023
How to Write a Progress Report (+ Best Practices)
Master the art of progress reports with our guide. Discover what progress reporting is, how to write one, and how Motion simplifies the process.
Motion Blog
Nov 16, 2023
Operational Planning: a Practical Guide for Businesses
Learn about operational planning, its best practices and how to execute it flawlessly in your business.
Motion Blog
Nov 16, 2023