Sam Barnes

Digital Delivery and Leadership Expert at thesambarnes.com

Sam is a seasoned digital delivery and leadership expert with over 15 years of experience in project management. With a strong engineering background, Sam is currently making waves as a Senior Technical Program Manager at Marks & Spencer. He's also a sought-after speaker and consultant, and his expertise has been featured in various online and print publications, including the acclaimed "Project Management for Humans" by Brett Harned. Sam's fascination with stakeholder and people management has helped him master the art of forecasting project risks, variances, and opportunities.

project management

How To Close Projects In The Most Productive Way

Learn why closing projects matters and six steps to do it effectively.

By Sam Barnes
Digital Delivery and Leadership Expert

project management

10 Tips To Manage Project Deadlines So You Can Meet Them All

Learn how to ensure you deliver projects on time and deal with unexpected delays.

By Sam Barnes
Digital Delivery and Leadership Expert

project management

An Inside Look In The Role Of Technical Program Manager

Get insight on the skills and background needed to be a TPM, and a peek inside a typical day in their life.

By Sam Barnes
Digital Delivery and Leadership Expert

people management

How To Pitch And Present Project Proposals To Clients

Get tips on how to give successful project pitches and discover lessons learned from winning and losing client work.

By Sam Barnes
Digital Delivery and Leadership Expert

people management

8 Strategies For Dealing With Difficult Stakeholders That Will Move Your Projects Forward

Learn expert strategies for dealing with difficult but important people on your project.

By Sam Barnes
Digital Delivery and Leadership Expert

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How To Create A Smart Contingency Plan For High-Risk Projects

Contingency plans ensure projects go as smoothly as possible and maximize the chances of project success. Learn how to build one for your next project.