“Failure and What You Can Learn from It” by Kim S. Nash (CIO Magazine, 15 May 2009). To some extent a slightly lengthy feel-good (read: you’re not alone) article for anyone who is battling or has battled the potentially toxic effects of “failure”. While there are some who would argue that failure is not necessary for success, the AU state of mind doesn’t judge per se – the objective at any given moment is to experiment, learn, adapt and keep evolving. Standing still is not an option. Might this state of mind lead to “failure”? Hopefully so.  But just across the thin line from today’s failure can be tomorrow’s success.  The only way out is up!

If time is tight for you at the moment then schedule time to come back to the featured article. In the mean time be sure to consume the quick, easy and helpful: “To Avoid Failure, First Define Success” also by Ms. Nash.

However, the best project methodologies cannot overcome problems created by personal agendas, conflicts and lack of alignment between groups inside the organization, says Krigsman.