New Technology

Needless to say, this is my first time ever writing or reviewing blogs. If you look at my first blogs, I didn't even know how to put a title for the blog post! I have found a few fundamental best practices for the blogs I review. Now I recognize how blogs can share information, build up personal learning networks, and distribute information easily. Here are 3 tips I have found which make blogs more interesting. Organize Blogs With Clear Sections Bold headings and larger text can get the attention of the reader. This makes organizing content easier to read. Breaking up information into smaller sections also helps readers follow the main ideas without feeling overwhelmed with content. Focus On Providing Value Great blogs always focus on giving something useful to the audience. For me, I look at a few construction management blogs. If the value is not important to me, I skip them. Helpful information, tips, new ideas, and new technology are topics which provide value. Readers should f...

In looking for a video for my PLN, I have found a content creator who specifically focuses on great project manager YouTube content. Along with adding him to my PLN, I have found a video he created with some strategies of a successful construction project manager. In Jason Schroeder's videos he talks a lot about creating a good team, which I also have found to be an important step in managing projects. This is great video to go along with that theory. Another benefit of finding videos is that it allows project managers to keep learning and improving their skills. The construction industry is always changing with new technology, tools, and building methods. Watching videos can help project managers stay up to date without needing to attend expensive trainings or seminars. There are videos that explain project management software, scheduling techniques, budgeting strategies, and leadership skills. Being able to pause, rewind, and rewatch videos also makes it easier to fully understan...