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Schedules – The Push and Pull

Just Curious…why are schedules so difficult to manage? In this episode Fred and Barbara deal with the difficulties and opportunities of using schedules as a tool for success. Like budgets, some professionals embrace the use of schedules to manage proactively and predictably.
Randy Deutsch: SuperUsers

Fred and Barbara talk to Randy Deutsch, FAIA about his book, SuperUsers: Design Technology Specialists and the Future of Practice. SuperUsers has won prizes for Best Future Technology of All Time and Best New Design EBooks both awarded by Book Authority. What characteristics should design technology (and other professionals) have? How can firms retain great…

How to be a Successful Owner

Just Curious…How can project owners be more successful? In this episode, Fred and Barbara discuss the characteristics of great owners. Six key elements and some straight talk can help owners be better team member and successful project owners. The six responsibilities of owners include: 1) Be present and ask questions 2) Make timely and informed…