Interdepartmental conflict has always been an issue for businesses. However, project managers are uniquely positioned to help smooth conflict as it arises, but all conflicts are not created equal.The causes of interdepartmental conflict are numerous, but how much can a PM do to resolve the issues? Let's take a look [...]
Politics is an unfortunate reality in many workplaces, but there are steps you can take to reduce the pervasiveness and impact to projects. Workplace politics are ultimately types of behaviors or actions injected into business situations that can complicate, impede, or derail progress altogether. Politics and its impact [...]
State of the project manager: Growing demand for project-based professionals is fast fueling a worldwide talent gap, leading to substantial career opportunities in project management — and salaries that can be expected to rise considerably.Organizations are increasingly relying on project management professionals to implement strategic initiatives, drive change and deliver [...]
Project managers are perpetually in high demand, but there may be other reasons you're having trouble recruiting a PM. Find out what they are, and what you can do about them. When looking for a PM with specific skill sets, focus efforts in relevant places that are more likely to [...]
Experience is something employers ask for in job postings, yet don't always get with candidates. We explore how important industry or product experience really is when it comes to project management. When I hire project managers, there is always a base skill set that I look for--more personality traits than [...]
A high degree of commitment, ethics, dedication, and hard work are hallmarks of project management professionals, and yet sometimes PMs quit projects. Find out possible reasons why. Marked irreconcilable conflict can result from various things including workplace abuse, unethical behavior, legal issues, safety concerns, or extremely damaging workplace behavior. The [...]
For guidance with ethical concerns, project managers should refer to the Project Management Institute's code of ethics, as well as the Program Management Improvement and Accountability Act. Here's what the PMI Code of Ethics means for PMPs: View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
Emotional intelligence is the ability to empathize with others, demonstrate emotions, and make decisions based on multi-level awareness. Here's how it affects project outcomes. When it comes to the process of merging two companies during an acquisition, EQ can play a vital role. Jose Costa, group president at automotive franchisor [...]
Millennials are laying new groundwork for how business will be conducted going forward, and project management is no exception. Why the focus on the role of millennials in projects? View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
During the hiring process, think about versatility and longevity with highly-developed soft skills like emotional intelligence, tactful communication, conflict resolution and stress management. Initiative: As a 20-year veteran director of computer operations at Trader Joe's, Richard Lowe has hired several project managers -- some as staff and some [...]
Project teams are bound to encounter at least one difficult personality. Here are some strategies to help identify toxic behaviors and keep projects on track. Do other broader factors play a role? View Moira Alexander’s article as it’s published on Source link
Project management is a high-stress job where burnout is a potential hazard. Use some of these tips to help your team and yourself better handle the stressors you are likely to encounter. Many project managers fall victim to the eating-sleeping-and-breathing project cycles. The problem with this is it [...]
