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Here’s the list of Hacking HR panels I’ve attended and available on YouTube:
Empathy, Wellbeing, and Mental Health in the Workplace Building Culture and Fostering Inclusion Leadership, Team Dynamics, and Performance Digital Transformation,…
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Program Recovery Methodology
This article distils an approach followed into a repeatable process with discrete steps that form the nucleus of a formal…
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How to Build Resilient and Thriving Teams
I am so passionate about #teams. Started from junior sports, enhanced through military service, and then continued at IBM and…
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Digital Innovation
I am delighted to have been invited back to the University of Technology, Sydney, 30 years after graduating, to collaborate…
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Control, Organize, Plan: The Golden Rule of Project Management
In the dynamic world of project management, where complexities abound and uncertainties lurk, a guiding principle is essential for success. This…
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Taming the Beast: The Challenges of Complex IT Projects
Complex IT projects are notorious for their high failure rates. They often overrun budgets, miss deadlines, and fail to deliver…
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Maintaining a Human-Centered Focus in a Fully Remote World: Guidance for Project Management Professionals
vIntroduction Building a thriving remote work culture requires more than just the right tools; it starts with establishing core principles…
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The Power of Two: Conducting Effective Interviews in Project Recovery
Imagine you’re a detective investigating a complex case. You need to gather information from various witnesses, each with their own…
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Here’s the list of Hacking HR panels I’ve attended and available on YouTube:
Empathy, Wellbeing, and Mental Health in the Workplace Building Culture and Fostering Inclusion Leadership, Team Dynamics, and Performance Digital Transformation,…
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Program Recovery Methodology
This article distils an approach followed into a repeatable process with discrete steps that form the nucleus of a formal…
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Mapping the Maze: Navigating the Labyrinth of Project Recovery
Imagine you’re an explorer venturing into an uncharted labyrinth. Your mission: to find the hidden treasure at its heart. But…
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Program Management: Steering the Ship, Not Just Navigating the Waves
In the complex world of IT, delivering successful solutions requires more than just managing individual projects. It demands a higher level…
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Recognizing and Addressing Patterns in Troubled Projects
Troubled projects are an unfortunate reality in any industry. While each project has its unique challenges, there are recurring patterns…
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Troubled Project Recovery: Gaining Control of a Troubled Situation
Projects sometimes veer off course. Deadlines get missed, budgets balloon, and stakeholders grow anxious. When a project enters troubled waters,…
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Minecraft for Managers: Serious Leadership Skills from a Virtual World
While Winter Morgan’s “Trapped in the Overworld” and “Attack on Minecrafters Academy” are fictional adventures aimed at young Minecraft enthusiasts,…
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More Than Just Blocks: What Minecraft Teaches Us About Leadership (with a Book Review)
Minecraft, the seemingly simple game of blocky landscapes and endless possibilities, has captivated millions worldwide. But beyond its entertainment value,…
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Walking into the War Zone: The Program Recovery Manager as a Peacemaker
Imagine this: you step into a project that resembles a battlefield. The client and the project team are entrenched in…
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Beyond Skillsets: The X-Factors of High-Performing Teams
While technical skills and experience are essential, they’re only part of the equation when building a high-performing team. To truly…
Rod Hutchings
My background includes leading high-performing teams, such as managing a team of 30+ Program and Project Managers at IBM and Kyndryl to deliver some of the largest ICT transformation programs in the Southern Hemisphere. My leadership approach emphasises mentorship and empowerment, fostering environments where individuals and teams consistently exceed expectations.
