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“Why Do They Always Invite Me to Meetings?” Turn This into Your Career Advantage!
“為什麼總是找我開會？“ 這其實是你的職場競爭優勢！ Matt Lo · Follow 3 min read · -- Photo by Nuchjaree on Adobe Stock In project management, attending meetings is inevitable. Many PMs feel their schedules are packed with unnecessary meetings, leading to frustration. The key is: Being ‘needed’ is different from being ‘required’. Today, I want to share a simple but powerful idea: When you make yourself “needed,” you shift from just executing tasks to influencing decisions.
Transforming Long-Term Vision into Action
1. Distinctive Market Position Understanding the market involves identifying competitors, assessing their strengths, and analyzing our position. For a product line, it's crucial to consistently evaluate how to stay competitive, surpass competitors, and secure the top position. To gain deep market insight, start by identifying key competitors: Who holds the largest market share? Who leads in technology? Answering these questions reveals our unique selling point and relative standing among competitors.
What to Do and What to Avoid
To succeed in a QBR, managers need to follow certain best practices. Here are some good lessons to keep in mind: 1. Provide a Clear Structure At the beginning of your presentation, provide a clear structure for your section. This will help your audience follow along and understand the main points. Start with an overview of the business performance and then move on to specific areas like reasons for the gap, recovery plan, new opportunities, and support needs. 2.
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
We all want success and effectiveness in our busy lives while working smarter. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People training offers valuable tips for this. In this article, I'll share lessons from the course. These ideas can help us grow personally, work well together, and get more done with less effort. So, let's learn how to be our best selves! Our company created the 7 Habits training course to help talented employees unlock their potential and contribute more to our organization.
Portland's Cody Zeller (health protocols) out on Monday
Portland's Cody Zeller (health protocols) out on Monday Portland Trail Blazers center Cody Zeller (health protocols) will not play in Monday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. What It Means: Zeller will miss more time for health protocol purposes. In a matchup against a Hawks' team allowing a 112.3 defensive rating, expect Larry Nance Jr. to log more minutes on Monday night. Nance Jr.'s projection includes 10.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists.
Minnesota's Karl-Anthony Towns (conditioning) out on Monday
Minnesota's Karl-Anthony Towns (conditioning) out on Monday Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (conditioning) is listed as out for Monday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. What It Means: Towns will miss his fifth straight game while he works his work into playing condition. Expect Naz Reid to play an increased role at the five against a Clippers' unit ranked fourth in defensive rating. Reid's Monday projection includes 16.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.9 assists.
Pistons starting Trey Lyles on Monday, Luka Garza to bench
Pistons starting Trey Lyles on Monday, Luka Garza to bench Detroit Pistons forward Trey Lyles is starting in Monday's lineup against the Milwaukee Bucks. What It Means: Lyles will make his second start this season after Luka Garza was sent to Detroit's bench on Monday night. In a matchup against a Bucks' team allowing a 107.2 defensive rating, our models project Lyles to score 28.9 FanDuel points. Lyles' Monday projection includes 15.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists.
Luka Garza playing with Detroit's second unit on Monday
Luka Garza playing with Detroit's second unit on Monday The Detroit Pistons did not list Luka Garza in their starting lineup for Monday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. What It Means: Garza will take a seat Monday while Trey Lyles gets the start for the Pistons. Garza has a $5,300 salary on FanDuel and is still projected to finish Monday's contest with 27 fantasy points off of 14.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.5 assists. written by Matt Lo on Monday, January 3rd, 2022 at 8:50pm EDT
Lonzo Ball starting in Bulls' Monday lineup, Coby White to bench
Lonzo Ball starting in Bulls' Monday lineup, Coby White to bench Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (conditioning) is starting in Monday's contest against the Orlando Magic. What It Means: Ball will start at point guard after a multi-game absence for health protocol and conditioning purposes. In a favorable matchup against a Magic team ranked 26th in defensive rating, our models project Ball to score 32.7 FanDuel points at the salary of $8,300.
Garrett Temple coming off Pelicans' bench on Monday night
Garrett Temple coming off Pelicans' bench on Monday night New Orleans Pelicans guard Garrett Temple is not starting in Monday's lineup against the Utah Jazz. What It Means: Temple will play off New Orleans' bench after Brandon Ingram made his return to the Pelicans' starting lineup. In 16.1 expected minutes against a Jazz team ranked sixth in defensive rating, our models project Temple to score 11.1 FanDuel points at the salary of $5,100.
Denver's Bones Hyland (health protocols) active on Monday
Denver's Bones Hyland (health protocols) active on Monday Denver Nuggets guard Bones Hyland (health protocols) will play in Monday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. What It Means: According interim head coach Popeye Jones, Hyland will play in three to four minute spurts in his first appearance back from health protocols. Per Rotogrinders' Court IQ in 222.1 minutes this season with Denver's current inactives, Hyland is averaging 0.87 FanDuel points per minute and a 25.5% usage rate.
David Nwaba out of Houston's Monday lineup against 76ers
David Nwaba out of Houston's Monday lineup against 76ers Houston Rockets guard David Nwaba is not starting in Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. What It Means: Nwaba will play off Houston's bench after Eric Gordon was announced as Monday's starter against Philadelphia. In ten expected minutes against a 76ers' unit allowing a 109.5 defensive rating, numberFire's models project Nwaba to score 10.3 FanDuel points. written by Matt Lo on Monday, January 3rd, 2022 at 7:16pm EDT
Sixers starting Furkan Korkmaz for inactive Tyrese Maxey on Monday
Sixers starting Furkan Korkmaz for inactive Tyrese Maxey on Monday Philadelphia 76ers guard Furkan Korkmaz is starting in Monday's lineup against the Houston Rockets. What It Means: Korkmaz will make his eighth start this season after Tyrese Maxey was ruled out for health protocol reasons. In a favorable opportunity against a Houston team ranked 29th in defensive rating, our models project Korkmaz to score 22.2 FanDuel points.
Philadelphia's Tyrese Maxey (health protocols) ruled out on Monday
Philadelphia's Tyrese Maxey (health protocols) ruled out on Monday Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard Tyrese Maxey (health protocols) will not play in Monday's game against the Houston Rockets. What It Means: Maxey is not be active after Philadelphia's guard was placed in health protocols. Expect Shake Milton and Furkan Korkmaz to log more minutes against a Houston unit ranked 29th in defensive rating.
Mitchell Robinson (conditioning) listed as questionable on Knicks' Tuesday injury report
Mitchell Robinson (conditioning) listed as questionable on Knicks' Tuesday injury report New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (conditioning) is questionable to play in Tuesday's contest against the Indiana Pacers. What It Means: Robinson is closer to returning after New York's center cleared health protocols on Monday. In a matchup against a Pacers' team allowing a 109.6 defensive rating, expect Taj Gibson to play more minutes at the five if Robinson remains out.
Cleveland's Isaac Okoro (elbow) out at least 2-to-3 weeks
Cleveland's Isaac Okoro (elbow) out at least 2-to-3 weeks Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (elbow) will miss at least two to three weeks. What It Means: Okoro will miss time after Cleveland's forward suffered a left elbow sprain. Expect Lamar Stevens to play more minutes while Okoro is sidelined. Per Rotogrinders' Court IQ in 256.8 minutes with Okoro off the floor this season, Stevens is averaging 0.66 FanDuel points per minute and a 17.1% usage rate.
Atlanta's Cam Reddish (ankle) questionable for Monday's game against Portland
Atlanta's Cam Reddish (ankle) questionable for Monday's game against Portland Atlanta Hawks small forward Cam Reddish (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's contest against the Portland Trail Blazers. What It Means: Reddish's downgrade to questionable is a concerning sign after Atlanta's guard was originally listed as probable with a right ankle sprain.
Miami's P.J. Tucker (health protocols) questionable on Monday
Miami's P.J. Tucker (health protocols) questionable on Monday Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker (health protocols) is questionable to play in Monday's game against the Golden State Warriors. What It Means: Tucker's Monday status is currently in limbo after Miami's veteran was upgraded to questionable while he travels to rejoin the Heat. Expect Caleb Martin to potentially play off the bench if Tucker is active and starting.
Cleveland's Darius Garland (health protocols) game-time decision on Tuesday
Cleveland's Darius Garland (health protocols) game-time decision on Tuesday Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (health protocols) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. What It Means: According to head coach JB Bickerstaff, Garland's status against the Grizzlies will be determined before tip-off after Cleveland's point guard practiced on Monday.
Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander clears health protocols on Monday
Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander clears health protocols on Monday Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has cleared health protocols on Monday. What It Means: Gilgeous-Alexander is on track to return after Oklahoma City's star guard missed one game for health protocol purposes. Expect Ty Jerome to play with the Thunder's second unit if Gilgeous-Alexander is starting in Wednesday's lineup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Rivera: Washington's Taylor Heinicke will start in Week 18
Rivera: Washington's Taylor Heinicke will start in Week 18 According to head coach Ron Rivera, Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke will start in Week 18's game against the New York Giants. What It Means: According to Rivera, Heinicke will make his 15th start this season as the Football Team evaluates his overall performance towards next season. Per Pro Football Focus on 475 passing attempts this season, Heinicke currently ranks 33rd among quarterbacks with a 59.7 offensive rating.
Mavericks' Kristaps Porzingis placed in health protocols on Monday
Mavericks' Kristaps Porzingis placed in health protocols on Monday Dallas Mavericks center Kristaps Porzingis (health protocols) is ruled out for Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets. What It Means: Porzingis will miss additional time after the Mavericks' big man was placed in health protocols. Expect Maxi Kleber to start against a Nuggets' team allowing a 108.9 defensive rating.
Tampa Bay's Ronald Jones (ankle) undergoing MRI on Monday
Tampa Bay's Ronald Jones (ankle) undergoing MRI on Monday According to head coach Bruce Arians, Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones (ankle) is undergoing a MRI on Monday. What It Means: Jones' diagnosis will be determined after the team receives information about his MRI. With Ke'Shawn Vaughn also dealing with a ribs injury, Le'Veon Bell could play an increased role in Week 18's matchup against the Carolina Panthers If Jones and Vaughn are not active.
Denver's Bones Hyland (health protocols) expected to play on Monday
Denver's Bones Hyland (health protocols) expected to play on Monday Denver Nuggets guard Bones Hyland (health protocols) is listed as questionable for Monday's contest against the Dallas Mavericks. What It Means: Despite a questionable designation, Hyland is traveling to Dallas after Denver's guard sat out one game for health protocol reasons. Expect Austin Rivers to log more minutes at the guard positions if Hyland remains out.
Rockets reportedly suspend Christian Wood for Monday's game against 76ers
Rockets reportedly suspend Christian Wood for Monday's game against 76ers Houston Rockets center Christian Wood (suspension) is ruled out for Monday's contest against the Philadelphia 76ers. What It Means: Wood will not be available after the Rockets decided his actions during Saturday's loss to the Denver Nuggets warranted a one game suspension. Expect Daniel Theis to log more minutes at the five against a 76ers' team ranked 18th in defensive rating.
Woj: Houston's Kevin Porter Jr. reportedly suspended for Monday's matchup against 76ers
Woj: Houston's Kevin Porter Jr. reportedly suspended for Monday's matchup against 76ers Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (suspension) is ruled out for Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. What It Means: Porter Jr. will sit out on Monday night after Houston's guard was suspended one game for his recent actions during Saturday's loss. Expect Jalen Green to play a lead offensive role against a Philly unit ranked 18th in defensive rating.
Jonas Valanciunas (health protocols) available for Pelicans' Monday matchup
Jonas Valanciunas (health protocols) available for Pelicans' Monday matchup New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (health protocols) will play in Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. What It Means: Valanciunas will make his return after a one-game absence for health protocol purposes. In a matchup against a Jazz unit allowing a 107.1 defensive rating, our models project the Pelicans' center to score 38.5 FanDuel points.
Brooklyn's Kyrie Irving reportedly expected to play in Wednesday's game against Pacers
Brooklyn's Kyrie Irving reportedly expected to play in Wednesday's game against Pacers According to Shams Charania, Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving is expected to make his season debut in Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. What It Means: After sitting out 35 games for health protocol reasons, Irving is expected to play in Wednesday's contest against a Pacers' unit ranked 20th in defensive rating.
Minnesota's Jarred Vanderbilt (conditioning) questionable on Sunday
Minnesota's Jarred Vanderbilt (conditioning) questionable on Sunday Minnesota Timberwolves center Jarred Vanderbilt (conditioning) is questionable to play in Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. What It Means: Vanderbilt's status is in limbo while he works his way back into ideal conditioning shape. In a matchup against a Lakers' unit ranked 13th in defensive rating, expect Jaden McDaniels to play an increased role if Vanderbilt is ruled out.
Juan Toscano-Anderson coming off Warriors' bench on Saturday
Juan Toscano-Anderson coming off Warriors' bench on Saturday Golden State Warriors forward Juan Toscano-Anderson is not starting in Saturday's lineup against the Utah Jazz. What It Means: Toscano-Anderson wil play with Golden State's second unit after Otto Porter was named Saturday's starter. In a matchup against a Jazz unit playing with a 99.1 pace, our models project Toscano-Anderson to score 18.1 FanDuel points. Toscano-Anderson's projection includes 6.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.9 assists.
Rockets starting Jae'Sean Tate for Eric Gordon on Saturday night
Rockets starting Jae'Sean Tate for Eric Gordon on Saturday night Houston Rockets forward Jae'Sean Tate is starting in Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. What It Means: Tate will make his 34th start this season after Eric Gordon was ruled out on Saturday. In a matchup against a Denver unit allowing a 108.9 defensive rating, our models project Tate to score 28.2 FanDuel points. Tate's projection includes 14.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists.
Brooklyn's Bruce Brown starting on Saturday, Nic Claxton to bench
Brooklyn's Bruce Brown starting on Saturday, Nic Claxton to bench Brooklyn Nets guard Bruce Brown is starting in Saturday's lineup against the Los Angeles Clippers. What It Means: Brown will start at the four after Nic Claxton was benched against the Clippers. In a matchup against a Los Angeles unit ranked fourth in defensive rating, our models project Brown to score 16.9 FanDuel points. Brown's projection includes 7.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.3 assists.
Pistons starting Cassius Stanley for Frank Jackson on Saturday
Pistons starting Cassius Stanley for Frank Jackson on Saturday Detroit Pistons guard Cassius Stanley is starting in Friday's lineup against the San Antonio Spurs. What It Means: Stanley will make his first start after Frank Jackson was ruled out with an ankle injury. In a matchup against a Spurs' team allowing a 109.0 defensive rating, our models project Stanley to score 25.3 FanDuel points. Stanley's projection includes 13.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.9 assists.
Bulls starting Derrick Jones Jr. for inactive Javonte Green on Saturday
Bulls starting Derrick Jones Jr. for inactive Javonte Green on Saturday Chicago Bulls small forward Derrick Jones Jr. is starting in Saturday's lineup against the Washington Wizards. What It Means: Jones Jr. will make his third start this season after Javonte Green was ruled out with an adductor ailment. In a matchup against a Washington unit playing with a 97.1 pace, Jones Jr.'s FanDuel salary stands at $3,600.
Drew Eubanks (back) active for Spurs' Saturday matchup against Pistons
Drew Eubanks (back) active for Spurs' Saturday matchup against Pistons San Antonio Spurs power forward Drew Eubanks (back) is available for Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. What It Means: Eubanks is active against the Pistons despite recent back tightness.
Pelicans starting Willy Hernangomez for Jonas Valanciunas on Saturday
Pelicans starting Willy Hernangomez for Jonas Valanciunas on Saturday New Orleans Pelicans center Willy Hernangomez is starting in Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. What It Means: Hernangomez will start at center after Jonas Valanciunas was ruled out for health protocol reasons. In a matchup against a Bucks' team ranked eighth in defensive rating, our models project Hernangomez to score 30.7 FanDuel points. Hernangomez's projection includes 13.2 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists.
Clippers place Luke Kennard in health protocols on Saturday
Clippers place Luke Kennard in health protocols on Saturday Los Angeles Clippers guard Luke Kennard was placed in health protocols on Saturday. What It Means: Kennard is not expected to play on Saturday night after the Clippers' guard was placed in health protocols. Expect Eric Bledsoe to play more minutes in tonight's matchup against a Nets' team ranked fifth in defensive rating. Bledsoe's current projection includes 13.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.5 assists.
Robert Williams (toe) questionable for Celtics' Sunday matchup against Orlando
Robert Williams (toe) questionable for Celtics' Sunday matchup against Orlando Boston Celtics center Robert Williams (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Orlando Magic. What It Means: Williams' status is unknown after Boston's center recently suffered a right toe sprain. Expect Grant Williams to see more minutes if Robert Williams is ruled out on Sunday. Robert Williams' current projection against the Magic includes 10.8 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 2.1 assists.
Boston's Jayson Tatum (conditioning) questionable on Sunday
Boston's Jayson Tatum (conditioning) questionable on Sunday Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (conditioning) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic. What It Means: Tatum's Sunday availability is in question after Boston's forward missed two games in health protocols. Expect Jaylen Brown to play a lead offensive role if Tatum remains out against a Magic team ranked 27th in defensive rating.
Hawks' Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot clears health protocols on Saturday
Hawks' Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot clears health protocols on Saturday Atlanta Hawks forward Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot has cleared health protocols on Saturday. What It Means: Luwawu-Cabarrot is on track to return after Atlanta's forward missed five games for health protocol reasons. Expect the Hawks' forward to see minutes at the three in Monday's matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers.
Javonte Green (adductor) ruled out for Bulls' Saturday matchup
Javonte Green (adductor) ruled out for Bulls' Saturday matchup Chicago Bulls shooting guard Javonte Green (adductor) will not play in Saturday's game against the Washington Wizards. What It Means: Green will not be available after Chicago's guard suffered a right adductor strain. In a good matchup against a Wizards' unit ranked 22nd in defensive rating, expect Ayo Dosunmu to play an increased role on Saturday night. Dosunmu's projection includes 10.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.7 assists.
Cleveland's Kareem Hunt (ankle) questionable for Week 17's contest against Steelers
Cleveland's Kareem Hunt (ankle) questionable for Week 17's contest against Steelers Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (ankle) is questionable to play in Week 17's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. What It Means: After a limited practice on Friday, Hunt's status is in limbo against his division rivals. In a matchup against a Steelers' unit ranked 28th in defensive rating, our models project Hunt to score 4.8 FanDuel points.
Pat Freiermuth (concussion) not listed on Steelers' Week 17 injury report
Pat Freiermuth (concussion) not listed on Steelers' Week 17 injury report Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (concussion) is not listed on Week 17's injury report against the Cleveland Browns. What It Means: Freiermuth is expected to return after Pittsburgh's rookie tight end missed one game with a concussion. In a matchup against numberFire's 14th rated pass defense, our models project Freiermuth to score 5.7 FanDuel points.
Washington's Antonio Gibson (health protocols) ruled out in Week 17
Washington's Antonio Gibson (health protocols) ruled out in Week 17 Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (health protocols) will not play in Week 17's game against the Philadelphia Eagles. What It Means: Gibson will miss Sunday's divisional rematch against Philadelphia after the Washington Football Team kept their running back on the COVID-19 reserve list. Expect Jaret Patterson to see more touches against numberFire's 17th rated defense.
Mavericks' Tim Hardaway Jr. (health protocols) not listed on Sunday's injury report
Mavericks' Tim Hardaway Jr. (health protocols) not listed on Sunday's injury report Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. (health protocols) is not listed on Sunday's injury report against the Oklahoma City Thunder. What It Means: Hardaway Jr. is on track to return after the Mavericks' guard was forced to miss five games for health protocol reasons. In a matchup against an Oklahoma City unit ranked 12th in defensive rating, expect Hardaway Jr. to play off the bench on Sunday.
Utah's Hassan Whiteside (concussion) out on Saturday
Utah's Hassan Whiteside (concussion) out on Saturday Utah Jazz center Hassan Whiteside (concussion) is ruled out for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. What It Means: Whiteside will not be active after Utah's center was entered in concussion protocol. Expect Rudy Gay to play more minutes off Utah's bench against a Warriors' team ranked first in defensive rating. Gay's Saturday projection includes 9.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists.
Alperen Sengun (ankle) ruled out for Houston's Saturday matchup
Alperen Sengun (ankle) ruled out for Houston's Saturday matchup Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun (ankle) will not play in Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. What It Means: Sengun will sit out on Saturday night after Houston's center recently suffered a right ankle sprain. Expect Jae'Sean Tate to play more minutes against a Nuggets' unit playing with a 97.1 pace. Tate's Saturday projection includes 9.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists.
Houston's Jalen Green (hamstring) probable on Saturday
Houston's Jalen Green (hamstring) probable on Saturday Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (hamstring) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. What It Means: Green is on track to play in the later half of Houston's back-to-back situation. In 30.9 expected minutes against a Denver unit ranked 16th in defensive rating, our models project Green to score 23.5 FanDuel points. Green's projection includes 14.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists.
Toronto's Scottie Barnes (knee) probable on Sunday
Toronto's Scottie Barnes (knee) probable on Sunday Toronto Raptors small forward Scottie Barnes (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the New York Knicks. What It Means: Barnes is on track to return after Toronto's rookie forward missed three games with right knee tendinitis and health protocol reasons. In a matchup against a Knicks' unit ranked 18th in defensive rating, expect Barnes to make his 28th start this season.
Colts activate Carson Wentz from COVID-19 reserve list
Colts activate Carson Wentz from COVID-19 reserve list Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz was activated from the COVID-19 reserve list on Saturday What It Means: Wentz is expected to play against the Raiders after the Colts' quarterback was cleared from health protocols. In a matchup against numberFire's 27th rated pass defense, Wentz's FanDuel salary stands at $7,000.
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