What Is a Gantt Chart, & How Does It Work? | Coffee with Brett

In this episode, we explain gantt chart basics by providing a quick definition and example. Learn what a gantt chart is, how gantt charts work, and how they’re used in project management. Explore our Project Template Library for free gantt chart templates you can put to use right away: https://teamgan.tt/3qUGXuA

0:00:00 - Intro
00:00:25 - History of gantt charts
00:00:59 - Definition: What is a gantt chart?
00:01:29 - What a gantt chart tells you about a project
00:03:11 - Why gantt charts are useful
00:03:40 - Example: How to read a gantt chart
00:05:04 - How to know when to use a gantt chart

A gantt chart is a horizontal bar chart used in project management to visually represent a project plan over time. It shows you the full project schedule from start to finish so you can update and track the status of tasks as work progresses.

A gantt chart is incredibly useful because it allows you to simplify complex projects into an easy-to-follow, step-by-step plan. Using a gantt chart to keep track of project deadlines, milestones, dependencies, and hours worked can help you spot issues before your project goes sideways.

Watch this video to see a simple gantt chart example, plus signs to look for when deciding if a gantt chart is right for your project.

To learn more about gantt charts—including how to make a gantt chart and use it for project scheduling—check out our Complete Guide to Gantt Charts: https://teamgan.tt/3rO1ZKC

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