{"id":1635,"date":"2022-02-27T21:39:17","date_gmt":"2022-02-27T14:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/?p=1635"},"modified":"2022-02-27T21:39:17","modified_gmt":"2022-02-27T14:39:17","slug":"design-a-project-schedule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Design a Project Schedule That Works"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Building_a_Project_Plan_That_Brings_Your_Strategy_to_Life\" >Building a Project Plan That Brings Your Strategy to Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Why_Your_Project_Schedule_Matters\" >Why Your Project Schedule Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_1_Break_Down_the_Work\" >Step 1: Break Down the Work<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Example\" >Example:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_2_Assign_Owners_Time_and_Cost\" >Step 2: Assign Owners, Time, and Cost<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Tip\" >Tip:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_3_Identify_Dependencies\" >Step 3: Identify Dependencies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_4_Allocate_Resources\" >Step 4: Allocate Resources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_5_Choose_Your_Communication_Tools_and_Rhythm\" >Step 5: Choose Your Communication Tools and Rhythm<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Pro_Tip\" >Pro Tip:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_6_Plan_for_Risk_and_Change\" >Step 6: Plan for Risk and Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_7_Build_the_Schedule\" >Step 7: Build the Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Step_8_Monitor_Adapt_and_Improve\" >Step 8: Monitor, Adapt, and Improve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Why_Schedules_Fail%E2%80%94and_How_to_Prevent_It\" >Why Schedules Fail\u2014and How to Prevent It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/design-a-project-schedule\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Building_a_Project_Plan_That_Brings_Your_Strategy_to_Life\"><\/span>Building a Project Plan That Brings Your Strategy to Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Behind every successful project is a detailed, realistic schedule that keeps everyone aligned, on track, and moving toward clear goals. But designing a project schedule isn\u2019t just about plotting deadlines. It\u2019s about weaving together tasks, people, time, and risk into one coherent roadmap.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m Steven Sondang, a <strong>Seasoned Digital Marketer and Business Strategy Specialist<\/strong> with over 15 years of experience helping startups and growing teams turn ideas into execution. I\u2019ve seen firsthand how a well-crafted project schedule can make or break a team\u2019s momentum.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll walk you through How to Design a Project Schedule That Works in the real world\u2014not just on paper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Your_Project_Schedule_Matters\"><\/span>Why Your Project Schedule Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Creating a solid project schedule is about more than timelines and checkboxes. It\u2019s your chance to:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Visualise the path to success<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Prevent delays and bottlenecks<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Coordinate team efforts<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Track progress and adapt when needed<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintain accountability<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It also serves as the foundation for your communications, reporting, budgeting, and resource allocation. In short\u2014it\u2019s your operational backbone.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Break_Down_the_Work\"><\/span>Step 1: Break Down the Work<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Translate your project&#8217;s overall objective into manageable tasks and deliverables to ensure clarity and control.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> You&#8217;re launching an online training platform. Start by breaking it down into:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Curriculum planning<\/li>\n<li>Platform development<\/li>\n<li>Instructor onboarding<\/li>\n<li>Marketing plan<\/li>\n<li>Launch event<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Start with the big picture, then zoom in layer by layer. Use sticky notes or mind maps to visualise how pieces fit together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> You&#8217;re launching an online training platform. Start by breaking it down into:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Curriculum planning<\/li>\n<li>Platform development<\/li>\n<li>Instructor onboarding<\/li>\n<li>Marketing plan<\/li>\n<li>Launch event<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Every project starts with a big goal.. But to deliver on that goal, you\u2019ll need to deconstruct it into manageable pieces.<\/p>\n<p>Use your <strong>Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)<\/strong> to identify:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Tasks<\/li>\n<li>Sub-tasks<\/li>\n<li>Deliverables<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This clarity ensures that nothing important gets missed and that each person understands what they\u2019re responsible for.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example\"><\/span>Example:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your project is \u201cLaunch new e-commerce site,\u201d your WBS might break it into:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Branding and design<\/li>\n<li>Platform setup<\/li>\n<li>Payment integration<\/li>\n<li>SEO and content migration<\/li>\n<li>Launch marketing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each of these can be broken further into detailed tasks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Assign_Owners_Time_and_Cost\"><\/span>Step 2: Assign Owners, Time, and Cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Clearly define who is responsible for each task, how long it will take, and what resources are needed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> In the training platform project:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Assign the developer to build the course upload module (estimated 20 hours)<\/li>\n<li>Assign the content team to finalise five modules (15 hours)<\/li>\n<li>Allocate $2,000 for video production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Don\u2019t just estimate hours\u2014check calendars and workloads. Use resource planning tools to confirm availability.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> In the training platform project:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Assign the developer to build the course upload module (estimated 20 hours)<\/li>\n<li>Assign the content team to finalise five modules (15 hours)<\/li>\n<li>Allocate $2,000 for video production<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve outlined the tasks,, you need to determine:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Who<\/strong> will complete them<\/li>\n<li><strong>How long<\/strong> they will take<\/li>\n<li><strong>What they will cost<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This helps build realistic timelines and budgets.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip\"><\/span>Tip:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Get input directly from the people doing the work. Their estimates tend to be more accurate than assumptions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Identify_Dependencies\"><\/span>Step 3: Identify Dependencies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Understand the logical sequence of tasks to prevent bottlenecks and delays.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> The platform can\u2019t go live before:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>All content is uploaded<\/li>\n<li>Payment gateway is integrated<\/li>\n<li>QA testing is complete<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Use \u201cfinish-to-start\u201d logic: what tasks must end before others can begin? Visualise these links in a flowchart or Gantt view.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> The platform can\u2019t go live before:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>All content is uploaded<\/li>\n<li>Payment gateway is integrated<\/li>\n<li>QA testing is complete<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not all tasks can be done at the same time.** Some can only begin once others are completed.<\/p>\n<p>Map out:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Sequential dependencies<\/strong> (e.g., design must be done before development)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parallel tasks<\/strong> (e.g., marketing can begin while backend development is underway)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tools like Gantt charts or dependency maps help visualise this.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Allocate_Resources\"><\/span>Step 4: Allocate Resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Match available resources (people, tools, money) with the project\u2019s task demands.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Use the internal development team for coding<\/li>\n<li>Outsource design to a freelancer available next month<\/li>\n<li>Allocate shared Zoom account for virtual sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Build in buffer time around scarce resources. If a key person is overbooked, delays will cascade across tasks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Use the internal development team for coding<\/li>\n<li>Outsource design to a freelancer available next month<\/li>\n<li>Allocate shared Zoom account for virtual sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You now know what needs to be done. and when. But what about the people and tools needed to do it?<\/p>\n<p>Consider:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Staff availability<\/li>\n<li>Equipment or software<\/li>\n<li>External vendors<\/li>\n<li>Budget constraints<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Assign resources based on availability and skill. Overloading one team member can stall the entire project.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Choose_Your_Communication_Tools_and_Rhythm\"><\/span>Step 5: Choose Your Communication Tools and Rhythm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Establish consistent communication practices to keep the team aligned.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Daily stand-ups via Slack (10 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>Weekly Zoom meetings for progress review<\/li>\n<li>Use Trello to track tasks and deadlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Over-communicate early. Set expectations about when updates are shared and who makes decisions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Daily stand-ups via Slack (10 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>Weekly Zoom meetings for progress review<\/li>\n<li>Use Trello to track tasks and deadlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Clear communication is essential.. Define:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>How often<\/strong> you\u2019ll meet (e.g., daily stand-ups, weekly reviews)<\/li>\n<li><strong>What tools<\/strong> you\u2019ll use (e.g., Slack, Asana, Zoom, email)<\/li>\n<li><strong>How updates<\/strong> will be shared (status reports, dashboards)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep it lightweight but consistent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Tip\"><\/span>Pro Tip:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Use a shared platform so everyone can see the latest schedule, assignments, and progress.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Plan_for_Risk_and_Change\"><\/span>Step 6: Plan for Risk and Change<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Anticipate potential issues and build in flexibility to manage surprises.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Identify that a key freelancer may drop out\u2014have a backup ready<\/li>\n<li>Add 10% buffer to video editing timelines<\/li>\n<li>Review risk status in every weekly meeting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Don\u2019t just identify risks\u2014assign owners to monitor and act on them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Identify that a key freelancer may drop out\u2014have a backup ready<\/li>\n<li>Add 10% buffer to video editing timelines<\/li>\n<li>Review risk status in every weekly meeting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Every project faces bumps in the road.. Your schedule should be built with <strong>flexibility<\/strong> and <strong>risk awareness<\/strong> in mind.<\/p>\n<p>Ask:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>What could derail the timeline?<\/li>\n<li>Where are the highest-risk tasks?<\/li>\n<li>What contingency plans are needed?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Include buffer time where appropriate. Don\u2019t assume every step will go perfectly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Build_the_Schedule\"><\/span>Step 7: Build the Schedule<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Create a visual and time-bound plan that guides execution and progress tracking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Gantt chart shows content delivery ending April 10<\/li>\n<li>Developer tasks from April 11\u201325<\/li>\n<li>Platform go-live May 5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Choose tools your team will actually use\u2014simplicity beats sophistication if it boosts adoption.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Gantt chart shows content delivery ending April 10<\/li>\n<li>Developer tasks from April 11\u201325<\/li>\n<li>Platform go-live May 5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Using all the data you\u2019ve gathered,, lay out your full timeline. Choose a format that matches your project\u2019s complexity:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Simple spreadsheet<\/strong> (for smaller projects)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gantt chart<\/strong> (for clear timelines and dependencies)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Agile sprints<\/strong> (for fast-moving or iterative projects)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Include:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Task start and end dates<\/li>\n<li>Milestones<\/li>\n<li>Owner assignments<\/li>\n<li>Key dependencies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is your execution map.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_8_Monitor_Adapt_and_Improve\"><\/span>Step 8: Monitor, Adapt, and Improve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Goal:<\/strong> Use your schedule as a living document to continuously track progress and improve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Midway review reveals content creation is behind\u2014shift deadline and reassign one more writer<\/li>\n<li>Remove non-critical design features to stay on timeline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Hold short retrospectives after key milestones. Use lessons learned to adjust your next phase.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Midway review reveals content creation is behind\u2014shift deadline and reassign one more writer<\/li>\n<li>Remove non-critical design features to stay on timeline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once the project begins,, your schedule becomes a living document.<\/p>\n<p>Use it to:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Monitor progress<\/li>\n<li>Make adjustments<\/li>\n<li>Flag delays early<\/li>\n<li>Celebrate milestones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Regular check-ins ensure the schedule remains accurate and that blockers are removed quickly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Schedules_Fail%E2%80%94and_How_to_Prevent_It\"><\/span>Why Schedules Fail\u2014and How to Prevent It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Avoid common pitfalls:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Over-optimistic estimates<\/strong> \u2192 Pad with buffers<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lack of ownership<\/strong> \u2192 Assign clear task owners<\/li>\n<li><strong>Too much detail too early<\/strong> \u2192 Stay flexible early on<\/li>\n<li><strong>No tracking system<\/strong> \u2192 Use tools to keep everyone aligned<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A great project schedule is not about rigid control\u2014it\u2019s about <strong>focused coordination.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Start with the WBS<\/li>\n<li>Assign people, time, and cost<\/li>\n<li>Map dependencies and resources<\/li>\n<li>Communicate clearly<\/li>\n<li>Plan for risk<\/li>\n<li>Stay flexible and monitor constantly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As someone who\u2019s overseen everything from global marketing rollouts to startup rebrands, I\u2019ve learned this: <strong>A thoughtful schedule earns trust, unlocks clarity, and accelerates delivery.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>And when you&#8217;re ready to lead with confidence, I\u2019m here to help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Building a Project Plan That Brings Your Strategy to Life Behind every successful project is&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1688,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","meta_keywords":"","rank_math_focus_keyword":"Design a Project Schedule"},"categories":[7],"tags":[18],"newstopic":[],"class_list":["post-1635","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-practical-management","tag-project-management"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1635","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1635"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1635\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1635"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1635"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1635"},{"taxonomy":"newstopic","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/stevensondang.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/newstopic?post=1635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}