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The Power of Project Leadership [Book review]

Rebel’s Guide to PM

In the past I have interviewed Susanne Madsen on the topic of project leadership and her book, The Power of Project Leadership. I expected a book about leadership theory but what I got was a hugely practical guide to actually doing leadership with plenty of stories, examples and exercises.

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Trending Topics at This Year’s Leadership and Innovation Online Conference

The IIL Blog

This isn’t just another online conference; it’s an energizing expedition into the forefront of leadership and innovation across all levels. Strategic Leadership Effective leadership strategies are essential when guiding teams through times of volatility and uncertainty.

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Project Management Apprenticeships: A UK Guide

Rebel’s Guide to PM

I have mentored project managers for years, and recently, more of my mentees have been going through project management apprenticeships. Maybe an apprenticeship in project management would be the right career move for you? Maybe an apprenticeship in project management would be the right career move for you?

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10 Reasons Why Sleep Is Important for Performance and Leadership

Project Bliss

You likely don’t know all the reasons why sleep is important for productivity, leadership, and health! If you’re tired, sluggish and have low energy during the day, you’re likely not getting enough sleep. Quality Sleep Gives You More Energy. Sleep loss impacts your ability to access energy resources.

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PMOs Shifting from Watchdogs to Strategic Enablers

Project Risk Coach

Unfortunately, many Project Management Offices (PMOs) become nothing more than a watchdog, one that ensures compliance to a strict set of rules. Management sees it as a way to give oversight to all the programs and projects. Third, some PMO managers lack authority and relational influence in the organization.

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What is servant leadership? How to empower your Agile team

Planio

People don’t leave bad jobs - they leave bad managers. Unfortunately, 77% of organizations say that they lack great leadership. So, it only makes sense that to keep your team together and happy (and avoid project failure ), you need to level up your leadership game. That’s where servant leadership comes in.

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Are You A Workplace Bully?

Rebel’s Guide to PM

Project managers establish and foster workplace behavior expectations through their own leadership values and actions. Command and control project managers were often revered and feared. Do You Choose a “Bullying” Leadership Style? One can see the merit of this command and control leadership style on the battlefield.