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My Stem Cell Donation with DKMS Dresden

DKMS Donation in Dresden

I almost forgot I was even on the registry – until suddenly a call came that changed everything. Here’s how my stem cell donation went with DKMS.

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Posted by Marvin Blome on April 15th, 2025 under
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Home Office: Our Tips & Tricks from 20+ Years of Remote Work Expertise

Home Office: Essential Guide to Remote Work Productivity

Over the past 20 years, the popularity of the home office has seen its ups and downs. Yet, the advantages of working remotely speak for themselves.

Remote work became the norm almost overnight during the pandemic. Many organizations struggled at first. Over time, though, they saw real benefits. One report shows that 90% of companies now offer flexible work options. Still, only 61% of project professionals work remotely at least once a week "PMI Pulse of the Profession 2024 Report", page 15. Some leaders are pushing for a return to the office. Yet many employees say hybrid or fully remote setups work best. Our experience shows that remote work can boost output, if managed right.

But opinions vary: only 25% of senior leaders see remote work as more effective than on-site arrangements, while 33% of project managers feel that way "PMI Pulse of the Profession 2024 Report", page 16. Experts call this gap “productivity paranoia.” Clear strategies and regular communication help close it. In this guide, we'll talk about our own learnings from 20+ years of remote work.

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Posted by Marvin Blome on April 11th, 2025 under Reviews Project Management
Tags: homeoffice

The Business Model Canvas

In two previous articles, the subject of executive summaries has already been discussed in more detail. It was mentioned that business plans are also often presented in a clear and comprehensive form. A well-known example of how to present your business model quickly and easily is the business model Canvas.

The Business Model Canvas
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Posted by Marvin Blome on March 28th, 2025 under Project Management
Tags: projektmanagement

Project Management in School?

Project Management in the Classroom: A Field Report

This may sound unusual at first, as we are more accustomed to it in companies. However, clear structures and well-thought-out planning can also make a lot of things easier in the classroom. This is what is happening at the Freiherr-vom-Stein Berufskolleg Werne, for example..

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Posted by Marvin Blome on March 7th, 2025 under Reviews Project Management
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Stay Ahead of Your Projects with Energy Boards

Energy Board Overview

Managing your energy is just as important as managing your time. With the Energy Board in Merlin Project, you can match your tasks to your energy levels, ensuring that you work smarter, not harder. Let’s look at how it works, why it’s effective, and how to set one up in Merlin Project.

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Posted by Marvin Blome on January 10th, 2025 under Project Management
Tags: kanban energy-boards task-priority

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