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Never Lodge a Development Approval Before Doing This

Lodging a Development Approval without market validation can be an expensive mistake. Learn why early sales and marketing feedback can strengthen your project and reduce costly redesigns.

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The Different Types of Sales and Marketing Team

Having a good understanding of the different types of sales and marketing teams is key to the success of any project. Having an agent who brings value and buyers to your project is important.

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The Seven Keys to a Successful Project

Earlier in my career as I started to get more project experience, I noticed some projects were really enjoyable to work on and everyone seemed to get along.

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Clear Signs Your Project is Blocked

A blocked project is one that’s not performing, is late, over budget. It’s the last thing you need. There are clear signs and symptoms that your project is blocked.

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Stepping into a Project Part Way Through

It’s never easy coming into a project when it’s already underway because there are normally two reasons why a project manager is being engaged late on a project:

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How to Build Your Confidence as a Project Manager

One of the main distinguishing factors from project managers who work on small vs large projects is their confidence level.

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Replacing a Builder and Finishing Incomplete Works

During the GFC there were countless instances of builders not completing projects and going into administration. Some of the most challenging projects I’ve worked on have involved coming in to pick up the pieces after a builder has gone under.

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What Does it Mean to ‘Hold The Energy’ as a Project Manager

Holding the energy isn’t a phrase used much in the industry. You won’t step on many sites—yet—where it’s being spoken about.

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The Upside Of Your Costs Blowing Out

The $64 million question—literally—now with everyone I talk to in the industry is how to move forward from their current position, given they are probably having budget issues.

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The Six Steps to Take Now to Develop a Successful Project

There’s a lot of frustration and chaos in the property development industry now. So many moving parts that are affecting how builders, buyers, stakeholders, developers are acting and reacting.