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Scope creep: it can be the bane of existence for many project managers, a phrase that may send shivers down your spine when you are in the midst of trying to make a tight deadline. Not to fear there are proven ways to manage scope creep in your project, and we will go through the best ways to manage it in this article. Chances are that if you have been a project manager for any substantial amount of time, you have encountered the oh so dreaded scope creep problem. Scope creep refers to continuous growth in a project's deliverables after work has already begun, to the point where it becomes uncontrolled or unmanageable. One of the keys to managing scope creep is ensuring that you have an effective project plan in place before work begins. Let's go through what you can do during the initiating and planning phases of a project to get ahead of scope creep. If executed correctly, project planning will save a lot of headaches with your stakeholders in the future. ...

The answer that every student is out to pin down: how do I pass the NCLEX on my first attempt? Unfortunately, there is no magical concoction that will guarantee each individual a passing score, but there are substantial steps that can be taken in order to increase productivity and lead you closer to gaining your credentials as a registered nurse. Advice from previous success stories of nurses who have been in your exact shoes can be a useful resource to utilize when figuring out where to start or what tactics to incorporate into your own study regimen. Coming from an RN who did pass the NCLEX the first time, the following pieces of advice are among my top suggestions for you to follow suit. Passing the NCLEX on Your First Try 1. Start studying early 2. Create a plan and stick to it 3. Practice questions and practice exams 4. Rationales 5. Give yourself 2-3 months to study 6. Focus on the ...

So, you have decided to get back into nursing. That is fantastic! We need more intelligent and experienced nurses in the workforce. Life happens, and sometimes you need to step away from your career to focus on other things, like raising children or dealing with health concerns. Regardless of the reasons you took a break, if you have been away from the bedside for some time, the thought of catching up with the fast-paced and ever-changing world of healthcare may feel a bit overwhelming. You'll learn 1. What about the NCLEX? 2. The need to retake the NCLEX exam will depend on a few different factors 2.1 First, has your license expired? 2.2 Second, how long have you been away from nursing? 2.3 Third, what state are you licensed through? 3. What if I need to retake th...

While the PMP Exam is an applied knowledge exam - meaning that you will be expected to think critically about solutions to problems - there are a select few things that you must memorize. To pass the PMP Exam, you must be prepared to answer at least a few questions where you will need to make a calculation using a memorized formula. I have broken the formulas down into three categories. This blog highlights: 1. Tips to keep in mind for the PMP Exam: 2. Earned Value Management (EVM) Formulas 3. Critical Path Method (CPM) Formulas 4. Other Formulas to Know - Communications and Contracts Tips to keep in mind for the PMP Exam: Every exam is uniquely generated, and there is no guarantee of how many questions you will have which will require you to use a formula. However, as a rule, be prepared...

Studying for the PMP can be a daunting task to undertake. However, effective test taking skills will significantly reduce the amount of stress you experience while taking the exam. The following test tips will help you manage your time effectively while studying for the exam, taking practice exams, and on your real live exam day. Follow these tips if you need your exam preparation to be a success While Studying for the Exam 1. Create a deadline 2. Form a study group 3. Take at least one full length practice exam 4. Memorize the processes 5. Memorize less, understand more 6. Stick to a consistent study schedule 7. Stay positive 8. Accept feedback and failure 9. ...

Despite learning all about the importance of taking care of our bodies in nursing school, it can still be challenging to apply it to our own lives when more pressing matters stand between where we are and where we want to be. It is easy to put our needs last when we have time sensitive priorities accumulating the majority of our attention. I am here to remind you that nothing, not even studying for the NCLEX, trumps your own health. With that being said, before you venture off and hit the books, let's go over a few different ways to keep yourself sharp in order to have the mental capacity to study effectively. Stay sharp for the NCLEX with these tips 1. Get enough sleep 2. Hydration 3. Movement Get enough sleep First, but often overlooked, is making sure that we get enough sleep each night. If you have ever pulled an all-nighter before an ex...

You have taken hundreds of tests so far in your life - probably thousands! - so why is it so hard to pass those nursing exams with NCLEX style questions? NCLEX questions are not just rote memorization as you might find in other disciplines. You cannot just learn that 2+2 is always 4 and know that 4 will be your answer. NCLEX style questions are designed to help you analyze and apply all the pieces of nursing knowledge. You know the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology...but can you combine them all to take care of your client? To help you do your best on the in-class exams as well as the NCLEX, here are some tips to help you approach the questions the right way. Table of Contents 1. Tips for the testing environment 2. Tips for your Body 3. Tips for answering a question 4....