Mile 1
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Plan the route.
Enjoy the ride.
Clear thinking beats bloated process. A Field Guide to Practical Project Planning is a no-nonsense system for planning with clarity and delivering with confidence.
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- Four-Stage Planning
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- Risk
- Red Zone
The book
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This is not a book about paperwork, jargon, or academic theory. It is a working guide for project managers, PMO leaders, team leads, and anyone accountable for getting important work across the line.
- Define clear themes and objectives
- Turn strategy into actionable work
- Align internal teams and external providers
- Connect schedules to real spending
- Manage risk before it manages you
- Finish strong when the stakes are highest
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Tools for the road
Mile 2 Alpha
AI Tools
You will find the Alpha AI toolkit here. Use the tools with caution, as I'm still testing and iterating them. Happy planning!
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Field Guide Command Center
This project tool is designed to work with the book. It's beta, so use with caution. I'm still working out bugs. Things are moving fast as well, so check back for updates. Great feedback everyone!
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The Biker Project Manager
The Biker Project Manager is the home of John Newcomb, PMO leader, author, and creator of a practical planning system built on real-world experience. Here you will find the ideas, tools, and mindset that blend disciplined project management with the grounded perspective of a rider who knows how to navigate the road ahead.
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