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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.

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Unlocking the power of paraverbal communication at work

Rebel’s Guide to PM

And you can control and influence how you say something by understanding paraverbal communication. Paraverbal communication involves the use of nonverbal cues such as tone and volume to influence how your message is received. In his book, Silent Messages, Prof. But what is this science, you ask.

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HBR Project Management Handbook [Review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

The Harvard Business Review Project Management Handbook : How to Launch, Lead, and Sponsor Successful Projects is a masterclass in how to make project management work in modern businesses. Written by past PMI Chair and PM champion Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez , the book’s goal is to elevate project management competencies to management levels.

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Escaping the Feature Factory

Scrum.org

Preorder the Scrum Anti-Patterns Guide book now for delivery in January 2024! ?️ Overemphasis on Utilization : Prioritizing keeping teams busy with feature work over allowing time for creativity, exploration, and addressing technical debt also contributes to a feature factory environment.

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Project Managers at Work – Expert Guidance for All Project Managers [Bruce Harpham book review]

Project Bliss

I recently read Bruce Harpham’s new book, Project Managers at Work. And before I knew it, I’d read the entire book! The information covers topics such as decision-making, leadership, influence, and managing teams. I loved the book concept and layout and wanted to know more. I wasn’t sure what to expect.

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3 Exam Content Outline Domains for the PMP exam

Rebel’s Guide to PM

It’s worth noting that the APM Body of Knowledge also covers interpersonal and softer skills, and people like me have been writing books about how important the people stuff is to project management for years. Cost-effective training BrainBOK PMP Training $149.99 Receive 20% off with discount code Sept23 during the month of September 2023!

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Meeting Management Techniques for Project Managers

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I’ve been booking meetings for the next couple of months because I know my team get very busy, and if we don’t schedule the time we won’t meet to talk about the big stuff. If it’s not booked, it won’t happen. If it’s not booked, it won’t happen. 3: Check Your Tech. There was lots of downtime. And no clear objectives.