Project management : 24 lessons to help you master any project

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Title:

Project management : 24 lessons to help you master any project

Author:

Heerkens, Gary.

ISBN:

9780071486521

Personal Author:

Heerkens, Gary.

Edition:

[New ed.]

Publication Information:

New York : McGraw-Hill, c2007.

Physical Description:

xiii, 107 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.

Series:

The McGraw-Hill mighty manager's handbooks

McGraw-Hill mighty manager handbooks.

General Note:

First published 2002.

Contents:

Understand the PM's role -- Build a solid team -- Understand the true need -- Perform a financial analysis -- Conduct a formal kickoff -- Pause for reality checks -- Terminate unworthy projects -- Develop a logical plan -- Leave room for learning -- Understand team dynamics -- Develop a configuration plan -- Manage all project stakeholders -- Measure against a baseline -- Be objective about threats -- Actively manage communication channels -- Optimize project excellence -- Consider post-project issues -- Manage interfaces -- Practice self-management -- Recognize multiple success metrics -- Use documentation wisely - Reward excellent team behaviors -- Maximize learning from closure -- Transfer your "lessons learned".

Abstract:

Provides concise, practical lessons for becoming a high-performing, well-regarded, and well-rewarded project manager.

Subject Term:

Project management.

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Summary

Project Management gives you proven guidance in both the science and art of becoming an effective project manager, from coordinating and documenting the work to leading people to developing (and trusting!) your own judgment. Filled with action steps, this practical guide helps you get comfortable with the tools of project planning as well as cultivate smooth working relationships with people inside and outside your organization in order to achieve your goals. You'll see how to:

Understand exactly what is required of you in your role Develop a logical plan of action Lead and motivate a team while actively managing your communication channels Make the best decisions for the project-and seek acceptable solutions rather than perfect ones Perform financial analyses and terminate unworthy projects in order to meet a bottom-line, long-term objective Manage all project stakeholders through consistent measuring against a pre-announced baseline for productivity

Effective project management isn't easy, but the payoff can be huge-both for you and for your organization. Project Management helps you develop the foundation you need to be successful in any project initiative.