Continuous Improvement Process: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Get the Most Out of Yours
Every organization has processes (including yours). And today, we’ll reveal how to turn your current workflows into continuous improvement processes by both fostering the right mindset and using the tools and techniques that will help you get there. Continuous improvement…
Continuous Improvement: The Power of 1% Better Every Day
Continuous improvement is something we managers are always aiming for. But did you know that the most powerful ways to bring about change are sometimes also the smallest? Let’s take a look at the concept (and the math) behind being…
5 Things to Look for When You’re Choosing an Analytical Tool
A reliable analytical tool is a must for every project manager. But it’s not always obvious what factors you need to consider. Let’s take a look at several key criteria you need from your tool to be able to achieve…
How to Succeed in Your Improvement Initiatives using the S.M.A.R.T.E.R Approach
Goals are always great, but there’s definitely an art to making the right kind of goals. Let’s talk about the S.M.A.R.T.E.R approach that gives you and your team the tools to make your new year’s resolutions a reality. It’s the…
Your Holiday Reading List: Strategy, Inspiration and Management Insights
The new year is just around the corner, so now is the perfect time to stop and reflect on your goals and the next steps you plan to take. With that in mind, I’ve put together a motivational reading list…
5 Project Management Lessons From Classic Christmas Movies
Hey there! I’m Sonya, founder and CEO of Nave. I help project managers harness tools and techniques to stay on target with deadlines and lead happy teams. Today, I’m sharing some inspirational project management lessons – but with a holiday…
4 Reasons Why Every Manager Should Do a Quarterly Review
Hey there! I’m Sonya Siderova, founder and CEO here at Nave. I help managers make reliable data-driven decisions and meet their commitments, all while growing happy, engaged and motivated teams. Today we’re going to talk about why every manager should…
How to Split Your Work into Pieces of Customer Value
Hey there! I’m Sonya: CEO and founder of Nave. For the last 5 years, I’ve made it my mission to help managers hit their targets and streamline their processes to work smarter, not harder. Today we’re following up on a…
There’s No Such Thing as an Industry Standard for Cycle Time and Here is Why
Hey there! I’m Sonya Siderova, CEO and founder here at Nave. I help managers and their teams deliver on time and avoid burnout, keeping everyone happier and more motivated for the long haul. Today we’re going to talk about how…
How to Stay Motivated When Leading a Change Management Initiative
Hey there! I’m Sonya Siderova, CEO and founder of Nave. I help managers consistently deliver on their commitments while growing happy, engaged and motivated teams. This week, I wanted to share a pick-me-up message to help you power through tough…
Meet the Author

Sonya Siderova is a passionate product manager and a driving force behind Nave, a Kanban analytics suite that helps teams improve their delivery speed through data-driven decision making. When she's not catering to her two little ones, you might find Sonya absorbed in a good heavyweight boxing match or behind a screen crafting a new blog post.
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