Why SMB Projects Derail and How Process is the Difference Between Success and Failure

by Erica Statly | Jun 24, 2025 | Project Management, Project Management for Small Business, Small Business

Summary: Your company is about to roll out something new. Maybe it’s a software platform, switching payroll companies, or moving the office to a new location. This is your chance to put structure behind work that’s been duct-taped together for years. This article is...

Strategic Resource Management in Projects: Best Practices for SMBs

by Erica Statly | Apr 6, 2025 | Project Management, Project Management for Small Business, Small Business

Summary: In project management, success isn’t just about meeting deadlines—it’s about managing resources with a strategic approach, especially in small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) where budgets, teams, and timelines are often tight. Large corporations may have...

Navigating Executive Politics as a Project Manager: The Middle Child’s Guide

by Erica Statly | Mar 31, 2025 | Project Management, Project Management for Small Business, Small Business

Summary: In the complex ecosystem of corporate hierarchies, project managers often find themselves in a uniquely challenging position. Situated at the intersection of executive vision and practical implementation, they must navigate the intricate web of C-suite, VP,...

The Risks of Letting Project Managers Choose Their Own Tools

by Erica Statly | Mar 18, 2025 | Project Management, Small Business

Summary: For many companies, the idea of empowering your project managers (PMs) to use whatever it takes to accomplish a goal seems like a good idea. After all, if you let your PM work in the way that best suits them, they’ll usually deliver the best results. But in...

Real-World Project Teams: Examples from Engineering project teams, social change and energy project teams 

by Erica Statly | Mar 4, 2025 | Project Management, Project Management for Small Business, Small Business

Summary: Project teams play a crucial role in the success of businesses and organizations across various industries. Whether engineering large-scale infrastructure, advocating for systemic change, or designing complex electrical systems, effective teamwork ensures...

The Critical Role of Project Managers in Small Business Success

by Erica Statly | Jan 31, 2025 | Project Management, Project Management for Small Business, Small Business

Summary: In small businesses, every project and team member plays an outsized role on the success of the business. At this scale, where flexibility and speed are paramount, the absence of structured project management can lead to missed opportunities, strained team...