Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Want to know about all the juicy project management tips nobody talks about?! In this video, I’m going beyond the project manager basics and instead sharing some tips for better project managers that are totally off-the-record.
We’ll talk about:
- Tips that will make any new project manager seem like a pro
- Tips for project managers that will distinguish you as a GREAT project manager
- What makes a good project manager
- Project manager tips you don’t normally see in videos or blogs
- Introductory project management tips that will make you stand out
- The project management essentials and project manager skills you won’t hear anywhere else
- How to be a good project manager when you’re new to project management
So, if you’re looking for project management videos that will teach you how to be a great project manager with some off-the-record tips, this video is for you!
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Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
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➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
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➡️ Videos mentioned:
Group Brainstorming Techniques: youtu.be/FkvCBUvH6Zc
Meeting Facilitation Skills: youtu.be/OuKgxhcBW5c
Daily Habits that Boost Confidence: youtu.be/gbmP_s7QpIk
8 Things High-Performing Teams Do: youtu.be/ktdTyAXsAvw
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Want to know about all the juicy project management tips nobody talks about?! In this video, I’m going beyond the project manager basics and instead sharing some tips for better project managers that are totally off-the-record.
We’ll talk about:
- Tips that will make any new project manager seem like a pro
- Tips for project managers that will distinguish you as a GREAT project manager
- What makes a good project manager
- Project manager tips you don’t normally see in videos or blogs
- Introductory project management tips that will make you stand out
- The project management essentials and project manager skills you won’t hear anywhere else
- How to be a good project manager when you’re new to project management
So, if you’re looking for project management videos that will teach you how to be a great project manager with some off-the-record tips, this video is for you!
➡️ *FREE DOWNLOAD*
Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
slayprojectmanagement.com/freebie?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=off_the_record_project_manager_tips
➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ Videos mentioned:
Group Brainstorming Techniques: youtu.be/FkvCBUvH6Zc
Meeting Facilitation Skills: youtu.be/OuKgxhcBW5c
Daily Habits that Boost Confidence: youtu.be/gbmP_s7QpIk
8 Things High-Performing Teams Do: youtu.be/ktdTyAXsAvw
➡️ Order your #SLAYprojectmanagment T-shirt here: shop.cornerstonedynamics.com/collections/all/products/projectslayer-unisex-t-shirt
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![How to Implement a Project Management Strategy for Your Organization
Is your organization experiencing struggles in projects? You need a solid project management strategy! In this video, I’m sharing how to implement a PM strategy that will take your projects to the next level.
We’ll talk about:
- What is a project strategy and how will it impact your organization’s project success?
- Project definition and why you need to pick the right project management framework
- How implementing a project manager strategy with certain project management basics will change the game for your organization
- Types of project management and project management methods to consider
- Project management tips and project manager basics for implementing a new strategy
- Basic project manager skills you need on every project in your organization
So, whether you’re a new project manager looking for a strategy, or whether you have another role and recognize the importance of a project management strategy, watch this whole video. I’ll give you some must-have tips for project managers implementing a new project management strategy.
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Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
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➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ VIDEO MENTIONED
Phases of a Project [PROJECT MANAGEMENT LIFE CYCLE EXPLAINED]: https://youtu.be/qoY6VX_nRCs
Hybrid Working: Pros and Cons: https://youtu.be/8gzLPsqHbB8
Strategic Project Leadership: Inspiring and Motivating Your Team: https://youtu.be/eW6r8PmNtKU
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![10 SharePoint for Project Management Mistakes to Avoid
Thinking about using SharePoint for project management? In this video, I’m sharing 10 common SharePoint mistakes and how to avoid them.
We’ll talk about:
- How to create a SharePoint site for projects without making common mistakes
- How to work with SharePoint for project management
- How to configure SharePoint project site widgets to make it user-friendly for your team
- How to manage a project with SharePoint for the first time
- The 10 most common SharePoint project management mistakes
- A simple SharePoint project management template to follow as a project manager
So, think of this as a SharePoint tutorial on everything NOT to do!
➡️ *FREE DOWNLOAD*
Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/freebie?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=10_sharepoint_for_project_management_mistakes_to_avoid
➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ Videos mentioned:
How to Create a SharePoint Site for Projects [MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER]: https://youtu.be/t28rU_3bIyA
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![Managing Project Team Members with Bad Attitudes [STRATEGIES]
Sooner or later as a project manager you’ll find yourself managing team members with a bad attitude. Whether it shows up as negativity, resistance, or toxicity, your response can make or break the project. With the right approach to handling difficult team members you can turn things around and steer clear of these project management team challenges.
In this video I cover:
• surefire strategies for managing challenging team members
• how to spot trouble signs in project team dynamics
• that managing negative attitudes calls for quick action
• how to initiate project management conflict resolution
• communication for dealing with difficult team members
• how staying neutral helps with resolving team conflicts
• the right kind of leadership strategies for bad attitudes
• how to remove the emotional charge when handling bad attitudes in project teams
• project management leadership tips like focusing on behaviors instead of personalities
➡️ *FREE DOWNLOAD*
Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
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➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ VIDEOS MENTIONED
https://youtu.be/eW6r8PmNtKU
https://youtu.be/FIPeKqrvNCs
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![Solving Common Project Management Challenges
There are several project management challenges that trip organizations up all the time, and they make life tough for you as a project manager. Your life can be so much easier when you know what to look for, and you have strategic solutions ready to go.
In this video I cover common challenges and map out how to deal with them. I look at:
· solving common project management challenges like scope creep
· how project management problems like lack of accountability can trip you up
· the best go-to project management challenges and solutions
· how to be proactive with addressing project management issues
· project management solutions to help with managing project difficulties
· strategies for handling project management challenges
· project management strategies for dealing with disengaged stakeholders
· how managing project challenges effectively from the start can make your life easier
· project management tips to help with unclear direction
· problem-solving in project management when you encounter lack of accountability
· project management techniques that will help with unrealistic deadlines
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Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
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➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ VIDEOS MENTIONED
https://youtu.be/_c-qzFV5yM4
https://youtu.be/iWn1zBfUZMo
https://youtu.be/bV9yUQV6D60
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![How to Gather Project Requirements
Have you been given a project but have no clue where to start with gathering requirements? In this video, I’m teaching you how to gather project requirements efficiently and successfully.
We’ll talk about:
- Everything you need to know about project requirements gathering
- A brief introduction to each project requirements document you’ll need
- How to collect requirements as a new project manager
- How to collect stakeholder requirements in project management
- The best requirements gathering techniques
So, you can think of this video as a mini into to requirements gathering workshop to help you learn all about collecting requirements as a project manager.
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Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/freebie?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=how_to_gather_project_requirements
➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ Videos mentioned:
Project Scope Statement [IN 4 EASY STEPS]: https://youtu.be/QDLk2QIuJkg
How to Identify Stakeholders Easily: https://youtu.be/j8c13cSmF2I
Project Charter Guide [HOW TO WRITE A PROJECT MANAGEMENT CHARTER]: https://youtu.be/FIPeKqrvNCs
How to Write a Project Plan [PROJECT PLANNING STEPS THAT WORK]: https://youtu.be/Lt9_4vzPdlo
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![Is Project Management Still a Good Career in 2026 [What the Numbers Say]
Is project management still a good career in 2026, or is AI changing everything? In this video, I break down the real data behind AI and project management, the project manager future, and what the future of project management actually looks like. With 20 years of project management experience, I explain how AI is reshaping the role—and why strong project manager skills matter more than ever.
You’ll learn where the biggest opportunities exist for your project management career, how organizations are investing in project management, and why the project manager future is focused on leadership, communication, and adaptability. I explain which project management skills help professionals stay relevant as AI and project management tools continue to evolve.
Whether you’re an experienced project manager or growing your project management skills, this video gives you clarity on the future of project management and what it takes to succeed as a project manager in 2026 and beyond.
➡️ *FREE DOWNLOAD*
Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/freebie
➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️SOURCES CITED:
PMI Global Project Management Talent Gap 2025
PMI-pulse-of-the-profession-2023-report.pdf
https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/public-sector/our-insights/defining-the-skills-citizens-will-need-in-the-future-world-of-work
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0:00 Intro
1:37 Project Managers Are Evolving, Not Disappearing
4:15 The Global Job Market Shows Massive Opportunity
5:56 AI Is Reshaping Project Management, Not Replacing It
8:19 The Skill Gap Is Real, And It’s Your Biggest Opportunity
10:43 Organizations Are Doubling Down On Project Management
13:03 Adaptability Is Your Real Career Advantage Is Project Management Still a Good Career in 2026 [What the Numbers Say]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WtSMqx5Bdmo/mqdefault.jpg)


![Stakeholder Engagement: Building Strong Relationships for Project Success
Stuck on how to improve your stakeholder engagement to ensure project success? In this video, I’m sharing my top tips on implementing a stakeholder engagement strategy that will help lead your project to success.
We’ll talk about:
- What is a stakeholder?
- Stakeholder engagement definition (what even is a stakeholder engagement plan?)
- What a successful stakeholder engagement framework looks like
- How the stakeholder engagement process can impact your project
- How to ensure effective stakeholder engagement
- Best practices for communicating with stakeholders in project management
- Project success tips for dealing with project stakeholders as a project manager
- Stakeholder management skills that will impact your project’s success
So, stay tuned for this whole video to learn all these project management tips!
➡️ *FREE DOWNLOAD*
Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/freebie?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=stakeholder_engagement_building_strong_relationships_for_project_success
➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ VIDEO MENTIONED
Project Communication Plan: https://youtu.be/XCX9hsdt-v8
How to Manage Difficult Stakeholders: https://youtu.be/NaGhBpfZLzg
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![Project Management for Beginners
Feeling overwhelmed as a newbie in project management? Not to worry! In this video I share the essentials of project management so you’ll soon be headed down the path towards becoming an excellent project manager.
The video includes:
• Project management tips for beginners like understanding your marching orders
• The importance of being confident even when you’re getting started with project management and learning project management
• That project management basics include prioritizing and managing project schedules
• An introduction to project management that emphasizes less is more
• How project management for beginners depends on confirming expectations
• How having a centralized project hub is part of project management 101
• That project management for newbies depends especially on delegation
• How communication is a key part of a beginners guide to project management
• Project management tools for beginners and project management techniques for beginners
➡️ *FREE DOWNLOAD*
Why Are My Projects Struggling? 6 Basics to Keep Your Projects From Failing:
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/freebie?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=project_management_for_beginners
➡️ *FREE PROJECT MANAGEMENT WEBINAR!*
(Hosted by Adriana Girdler)
https://www.slayprojectmanagement.com/webinar
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management Online Course* 🌟
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm
➡️ 🌟 *SLAY Project Management PRO Program* 🌟
[Includes SLAY online course + weekly group coaching + AI Project Tool]
https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slay-project-management-pro
➡️ VIDEOS MENTIONED
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https://youtu.be/t28rU_3bIyA
https://youtu.be/aTEK0BmsH-g
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