article thumbnail

Book review: Risk Happens

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Mike Clayton defines risk as “uncertain events that can affect outcomes,” in his book, Risk Happens!: Clayton introduces the concept of the risk breakdown structure in his book. Mike’s book: Risk Happens! This book includes ways that you can capitalize on positive risk by enhancing the impact.

Risk 384
article thumbnail

15 Non-Academic Project Management Books to Earn PDUs

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I’ve read, I’m guessing, over 150 management books in my career, and you can read my book reviews if you want to trawl through the archives. In this article, I’m saving you some time by highlighting 15 of my recommended books for PDUs, but first, let’s cover off some details about using reading. What books qualify for PDUs?

PMI 361
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Stakeholder Engagement Essentials You Always Wanted To Know (Book Review)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The book’s cover (see on Amazon) Stakeholder Engagement Essentials You Always Wanted To Know by Michelle Bartonico (Vibrant Publishers, 2023) is a book about working with others on projects. It’s aimed at beginners If you have some experience working in projects, then I would hazard a guess that this book is not for you.

PMI 449
article thumbnail

Top 10 Must-Read Books on Collaboration on Projects

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I’ve put together my top list of the best books on collaboration, with a few communication skills books thrown in too. These are the books that I turn to time and time again. Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers is the book I wish I had written. It’s also a book I find myself frequently recommending.

Prince2 421
article thumbnail

Top 25 Project Management Influencers of 2025

NimbleWork

These top 25 influencers for 2025 aren’t just keeping up with the trends—they’re setting them, reshaping how teams collaborate, innovate, and deliver in today’s fast-paced world. What distinguishes these influencers in the landscape of project management thought leadership?

2025 110
article thumbnail

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion [Book Review]

Project Bliss

As project managers, we have to influence others – usually without formal authority. And there are many other events day-to-day that require persuasion and influence to help us be successful. In Influence Robert Cialdini presents eye-opening ways that influence is used on you regularly. The entire book was great.

article thumbnail

20 Books on Communication in the Workplace

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Our ability to communicate with colleagues makes the difference between people taking us seriously, doing what we ask (without too much hassling) and our ability to influence others. Books are a great way to learn different techniques and see how others use their skills. Phil Simon (Wiley). Best for: Practical ‘how to’ tips.