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The 7-S Framework: Project Management Remix

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Hard elements are easier to identify, define and understand for project managers because these factors hugely influence your projects. The leadership style you adopt as a project manager will directly influence your team. The hard elements cover three factors, Strategy, Structure and Systems. This element relates to leadership style.

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Meeting Management Techniques for Project Managers

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I went to a seminar recently which was poorly organized. If you want your meeting to end up with a decision don’t underestimate the amount of influence you have in getting there by doing some pre-work informally with your attendees. The AV equipment didn’t work. 7: Do The Work.

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PMI Kickoff: Free Project Management Training (Review)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

No crazy jargon to hold you back, no boring lectures to put you to sleep, and certainly no unnecessary material you’d find in a capstone seminar. Your answers will influence the next steps, but if you don’t agree with the conclusion presented, you have the chance to go through the questions again and change your answers.

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The Benefits of Power Skills for IT Leaders, and How to Build Yours!

The IIL Blog

Lacking essential power skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, communication, influence and directiveness can harm both reputation of the IT leadership team and the stability of IT departments. Successful IT leaders need to develop and lean into a set of power skills. Invest in Training and Development. Practice Active Listening.

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Growing Your Project Management Career in 2024: Strategies for Success

The IIL Blog

Embracing Leadership Opportunities The role of leadership in project management is pivotal, serving as the guiding force that influences the success and outcomes of a project. Be a continuous learner and embrace opportunities to advance your skills through courses, seminars, and certifications.

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Grateful Leadership™, Increasing Organizational Effectiveness in an Evolving Globally Connected World

The IIL Blog

Conducted with attention to detail and employing qualitative research methods, this study provides preliminary insights into how leaders influence organizational success through the adoption of grateful leadership practices.

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Propelling Digital Transformation Beyond Vision with Evidence-Based Management

Scrum.org

Prioritize Key Metrics While it's tempting to consider every piece of data, focus on the most relevant metrics directly influencing your goals, filtering out the noise. Offer training sessions, workshops, or seminars to demystify the concept and emphasize its importance. This prevents endless deliberation and promotes timely action.