Succeeding in the Project Management Jungle

Succeeding in the Project Management Jungle
Author: Doug Russell
Publisher: AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2011
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0814416152

It's a jungle out there and project managers are fighting to survive....With countless man-hours clocked and billions of dollars spent every year on project tools, the success rate for projects remains astonishingly low. So what's the solution? Introducing TACTILE Management(TM), a people-centric system that works in conjunction with an organization's existing processes. Based on the seven characteristics of high-performance project teams-transparency, accountability, communication, trust, integrity, leadership, and execution-the book shows project managers how to: * Take project teams out of their functional silos and transform them into a powerful, integrated force * Balance the expectations of customers, management, and project teams with the technical requirements of cost, schedule, and performance * Apply practical phase-by-phase project guidance to real-life situations * Avoid or minimize possible pitfalls * And more Every successful project involves someone in the trenches who has the people skills to match process with the capability of his team and organization. This innovative book shows readers how to make the most of their people...and ensure project success.

The People Side of Project Management

The People Side of Project Management
Author: Ralph L. Kliem
Publisher: Gower Publishing Company, Limited
Total Pages: 208
Release: 1992
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

"Most project managers concentrate on planning, budgeting and administration. But the critical factor is always the human one - the 'people side.' This book shows how to manage relationships with clients, sponsors and members of the project team themselves." "The authors - both experienced project leaders - first of all identify the key players. They go on to discuss the interactions that take place among them and then analyse the impact of these interactions on scheduling, budgeting, change management, monitoring and other project activities. In doing so they examine the psychological and political problems that can arise and suggest ways to deal with them." "Project managers will learn from this book how to improve their working relationships with team members, clients and senior managers; how to evaluate the impact of their actions on all relevant parties; how to encourage greater involvement of all participants in a project; how to overcome barriers to effective communication; and how to generate increased productivity." "The book will also be useful to others involved in the project environment, including senior managers, project team members and project sponsors."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Change Management

Change Management
Author: Jeffrey M. Hiatt
Publisher: Prosci
Total Pages: 159
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1930885180

Change management is the missing piece that takes good ideas and turns them into business success. This book is not only a solid introduction to the discipline of change management, but is the primer to catalyze change leadership and competency in your organization. The responsibility for creating competencies to manage and lead change does not rest solely with HR, but lies within all management, right to the seat of the CEO. This book is a practical look at what it means to manage the people side of change

Project Management

Project Management
Author: Harold Kerzner
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 1138
Release: 2009-04-03
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0470503831

The landmark project management reference, now in a new edition Now in a Tenth Edition, this industry-leading project management "bible" aligns its streamlined approach to the latest release of the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMI®'s PMBOK® Guide), the new mandatory source of training for the Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certificat-ion Exam. This outstanding edition gives students and professionals a profound understanding of project management with insights from one of the best-known and respected authorities on the subject. From the intricate framework of organizational behavior and structure that can determine project success to the planning, scheduling, and controlling processes vital to effective project management, the new edition thoroughly covers every key component of the subject. This Tenth Edition features: New sections on scope changes, exiting a project, collective belief, and managing virtual teams More than twenty-five case studies, including a new case on the Iridium Project covering all aspects of project management 400 discussion questions More than 125 multiple-choice questions (PMI, PMBOK, PMP, and Project Management Professional are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.)

Making Things Happen

Making Things Happen
Author: Scott Berkun
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2008-03-25
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0596517718

Offers a collection of essays on philosophies and strategies for defining, leading, and managing projects. This book explains to technical and non-technical readers alike what it takes to get through a large software or web development project. It does not cite specific methods, but focuses on philosophy and strategy.

The Complete Project Manager

The Complete Project Manager
Author: Randall Englund
Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2012-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1523097051

The Complete Project Manager: Integrating People, Organizational, and Technical Skills is the practical guide that addresses the “soft” project management skills that are so essential to successful project, program, and portfolio management. Through a storytelling approach, the authors explain the necessary skills—and how to use them—to create an environment that supports project success. They demonstrate both the “why” and the “how” of creatively applying soft project management skills in the areas of leadership, conflict resolution, negotiations, change management, and more. This guide has an accompanying workbook, The Complete Project Manager's Toolkit , sold separately.

Project Management for Humans

Project Management for Humans
Author: Brett Harned
Publisher: Rosenfeld Media
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2017-07-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1933820357

Project management—it’s not just about following a template or using a tool, but rather developing personal skills and intuition to find a method that works for everyone. Whether you’re a designer or a manager, Project Management for Humans will help you estimate and plan tasks, scout and address issues before they become problems, and communicate with and hold people accountable.

Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers

Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers
Author: Anthony Mersino
Publisher: AMACOM
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2013-06-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0814432786

You’ve spent years gathering the technical intelligence you need for this challenging career--now separate yourself from the pack by increasing your emotional intelligence! As recent research has indicated that emotional intelligence (EI) now accounts for 70 to 80 percent of management success, there is no doubt that today’s successful project manager needs strong interpersonal skills and the ability to recognize emotional cues to lead their teams to success--the technical expertise the position depended on so greatly in the past simply isn’t enough anymore! Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers introduces you to all facets of EI and shows how emotions can be leveraged to meet project goals. Project managers strong in technical skills but needing help in the EI department will learn how to: Set the tone and direction for the project Communicate effectively Motivate, inspire, and engage their team Encourage flexibility and collaboration Deal productively with stress, criticism, and change Establish the kind of high morale that attracts top performers Now in its second edition, Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers includes several expanded sections on self-awareness and self-management, as well as a new chapter on using EI to lead Agile Teams and a close look at Servant Leadership.

Napoleon on Project Management

Napoleon on Project Management
Author: Jerry Manas
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2006
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 078521285X

What is it about Napoleon Bonaparte that has led recognized leaders such as General George S. Patton to study his principles-and countless books on management and leadership to quote his maxims? What lessons can today's project managers and leaders learn from Napoleon's successes and failures? "Napoleon on Project Management" explores the key principles behind Napoleon's successes, the triggers that led to his downfall, and the lessons to be learned from his ultimate demise-and applies these lessons to modern-day project management and leadership at all levels.