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The Project World Framework

Projects are the new normal

Problem it solves

stagnant innovation

Best for

Organizations looking to innovate and stay competitive

Not ideal for

Those who prefer to maintain the status quo

Overview

Why this framework exists

The Project World Framework is about recognizing that projects are the new normal. It involves understanding that projects are temporary and require ongoing initiation and innovation to stay competitive.

Core principles

3 total
  1. Projects are temporary
  2. Ongoing initiation and innovation are necessary to stay competitive
  3. The old system of mass production is no longer effective

Steps

3 steps
  1. Recognize that projects are the new normal
    Understand that projects are temporary and require ongoing initiation and innovation to stay competitive.
    Pro tipFocus on projects that align with your goals and values
    WarningBe careful not to get stuck in the old system of mass production
  2. Develop a project-based mindset
    Develop a mindset that is focused on projects and innovation. This involves being willing to take risks and try new things.
    Pro tipBe open to new ideas and perspectives
    WarningDon't be afraid to fail
  3. Initiate and innovate
    Initiate and innovate on an ongoing basis. This involves identifying areas where initiative can be taken and developing plans to take action.
    Pro tipFocus on high-impact projects that align with your goals and values
    WarningBe careful not to get stuck in a rut

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Examples

1 cases
Apple's project-based approach

Apple's project-based approach has allowed the company to innovate and stay competitive. The company focuses on high-impact projects that align with its goals and values, and is willing to take risks and try new things.

OutcomeApple has become one of the most successful and innovative companies in the world

Common mistakes

3 traps
Not recognizing that projects are the new normal
Failing to recognize that projects are the new normal can lead to stagnation and a lack of competitiveness
Not developing a project-based mindset
Failing to develop a project-based mindset can limit your ability to innovate and stay competitive
Not initiating and innovating
Failing to initiate and innovate on an ongoing basis can lead to stagnation and a lack of competitiveness

Origin story

How this framework came to be

The Project World Framework was developed by Seth Godin, who argues that the old system of mass production is no longer effective. He believes that organizations should focus on projects and innovation to stay competitive.

Source

Traced to primary
Source · BOOK
Poke the Box
Seth Godin · 2011
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