Last year I decided to apply for the PMP (Project Management Professional) certification to enhance my skills in managing technology projects.  I hoped this would be especially useful at my current position, where my title is ‘Web Project Manager.’

Yet when attending meetings of the Project Management Institute, rarely have I heard much talk about nonprofit organizations or have I met people who focus on nonprofits.  Similarly, in my current organization, I often have to explain the benefits of project management in planning and implementing initiatives.

Seems like project management would be helpful in any organization yet nonprofits have been a bit slow to get on the bandwagon.  One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced recently is getting all stakeholders to participate.  If only a few people / departments dominate conversations, it is less likely that the results will be acceptable to all who are affected by its implementation.