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Virtual Leadership [Book Review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

That’s why I was keen to read Virtual Leadership by Dr Penny Pullan. I’m also lucky enough to know Penny and I can tell you that the book reads very much as Penny talks: knowledgeable, accessible, practical, and – if this doesn’t sound too sycophantic – wise. What Is Virtual Leadership ? What Is A Virtual Team?

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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. What books qualify for PDUs?

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10 Strategies for Successful Project Execution

ProjectManager.com

Is your organization failing to close the gaps between strategy and project execution? Fortunately, there are strategies ( and tools! ) Let’s review strategies and tools you can use, and learn how they can help you close that gap to promote successful project execution. Lackluster leadership. Poor change management.

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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.

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Top Strategies for Leadership and Professional Growth

Velociteach

Leadership isn’t just for the folks in the corner offices or those with years of experience under their belts. This blog is your roadmap to becoming not just a leader but a great leader through simple, effective leadership strategies. Identifying Leadership Potential We all have a spark of leadership in us.

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Book review: How to Manage in a Flat World

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Actually, this book isn’t about coping with changes to the natural laws of Planet Earth, but rather how to manage people who are scattered all over it. How to Manage in a Flat World is subtitled 10 strategies to get connected to your team wherever they are. A key theme throughout the book is fostering trust.

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How Leadership Affects Projects (And How You Can Lead Yours)

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Sarah Coleman is co-author of Project Leadership, a book in its third edition exploring how leadership and project management intertwine. The last edition came out 16 years ago – yes, people were talking about project leadership even then! How is that reflected in your book? Great list!