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Reactive vs. proactive: how to be the best manager in all situations

Exploratory testing goes beyond what's possible with standard automated tests to help you find new types of bugs and produce higher-quality software.

How to use exploratory testing for superior software development

Juggling deadlines, budgets, and team members is a constant balancing act. Learn to manage resources and avoid over-allocation for successful projects.

How to solve the conundrum of over-allocation

To power through product development, equip your team with product management tools that simplify collaboration, customer outreach, and progress tracking.

10 essential product management tools for launch success

Dependency mapping helps you avoid surprises and keep everyone focused on the project goal. Here’s how to track project dependencies effectively.

How dependency mapping can lead to better project outcomes

A premortem meeting is a visualization exercise that improves project outcomes. Here’s why your team should imagine a failed project and learn from it.

What is a premortem, and how can it benefit your projects?

Gain skills, learn strategies, move projects forward

When a project is chronically stalled or ongoing conflicts get in the way of team productivity, it may be time to escalate the issue to a higher authority.

Nothing working? How to escalate the issue without causing havoc

Working agreements outline the expectations and responsibilities of everyone on a team. Learn how to use them to mitigate conflicts and unify your team.

Working agreements are a powerful teamwork tool. Here’s why

DACI stands for Driver, Approver, Contributor, and Informed. Learn how the DACI framework can improve team decision-making and clarify each member’s role.

How to get started with the DACI decision-making model