Tasks, projects or proceedings, name it whatever you like, often fail due to poor planning - or no planning at all. The reason for this is that we feel the pressure to jump in and start doing the work to meet the aggressive time schedules. We’d like to be plan it out before we start, but we’re not quite sure where to begin, and we’re always under pressure to start producing results.
According to various dictionaries the word "Plan" (verb) means: 1. To arrange a method or scheme beforehand for (any work, enterprise, or proceeding) 2. "to arrange the parts of" or "to devise or project the realization or achievement of" or "to have in mind".
I came up with a "new" definition:
"To devise the realization or achievement of a tangible outcome you have in mind, by identifying and logically arranging the component parts".
Now that the academic blurb is dealt with, let's start planning practically. This one-day workshop is designed to teach you the steps to follow in order to plan effectively.
You will learn:
- Defining the plan
- Developing the plan
- Developing a work breakdown structure
- Following the Critical Path
- Questions you should ask to help you plan your task
What our clients say:
A short note of thanks for the excellent course on Task Planning shared with the middle management team. The input and enthusiasm displayed by the members after completion of the course more than justifies the cost.
The input and practical examples applied to our current projects, is greatly appreciated by the forum. It is as if they all got an energy shot, as all of a sudden, the outstanding items are being completed. They all have a new lease on direction and the meeting of deadlines.
The course is definitely worthwhile and should be presented to all managers in strategic planning environments.
Wishing you all of the best.
Managing Director, Contract Lease Management (Pty)Ltd.
