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Is being a maven, being a leader?

July 14th, 2011 · 32 Comments

Presumably as a Project Manager you see yourself, as a leader…or at least an aspiring, developing leader. But are you a “maven”?

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Tags: Soft Skills

My old coach asked, “Why did we win so many games?”

January 13th, 2011 · 1,232 Comments

I’ll get to coach in just a sec… First, have you read the recent article “The Path to PM Mastery” on Gantthead? It acknowledges that there are differences – major ones – among all of us folks that are PMs in one way or another. I hate to rate myself according to the PM mastery hierarchy specified – I’m afraid I might embarrass myself – but I will say that I see elements in myself up and down the scale…but not all clearly at one point. My guess is that you might, also. But I think there is an element missing in there. ..and that’s where my coach comes in.

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Tags: Soft Skills

The Importance of Passion in Projects

April 24th, 2008 · 611 Comments

I just finished reading a book which, among other things, highlighted the importance of having passion in your projects. The results of this passion were many compelling and highly successful projects.

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Tags: Soft Skills

The Process of Interpersonal Communication: 4 Ways to Overcome Interpersonal Communication Barriers

October 11th, 2007 · 896 Comments

There are many barriers to the process of interpersonal communication. In an organization, improving the process of interpersonal communication is as important as other departmental processes or protocols. It is with these communication key sets that people within an organization are able to understand each other regardless of their difference in departments, job functions and personal view or opinions.

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Tags: Soft Skills

Leadership Course Project — A Great Way to Know ME.

August 18th, 2007 · 65 Comments

Project leadership training is worth the effort – for career growth and increased personal awareness – and there are excellent in person on site experiences available, as well as less expensive, 24×7 online opportunities.

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Tags: Soft Skills