Listen "7. Status Reporting: Communicating Progress Like a Pro"
Episode Synopsis
Master the art of status reporting that actually gets read and drives action. Learn how to tailor reports for different audiences, from executives who need the big picture to teams who need operational details. Discover when to mark projects red instead of staying stuck in amber, how to build dashboards that inform decisions rather than just display data, and why your status report is one of your most powerful tools for building stakeholder trust. This episode covers practical techniques for turning status reporting from a dreaded chore into a strategic advantage, including the three-question framework executives really care about, the sleep test for RAG status, and how to structure reports that take minutes to write but deliver maximum impact.Project Management in Practice SeriesThis episode is part of a structured series that organizes episodes into a coherent curriculum for practising project managers. It keeps each episode self-contained while allowing listeners to follow a logical progression from project initiation to delivery control. Each focuses on a concrete, practical aspect of day-to-day project delivery.
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