Project Management Leadership

This expertly crafted audiobook is your ultimate companion for PMP certification success. Designed by certified Project Management Professionals, it aligns perfectly with the latest PMI exam requirements.

In this book, Melissa Perri explains how laying the foundation for great product management can help companies solve real customer problems while achieving business goals. By understanding how to communicate and collaborate within a company structure, you can create a product culture that benefits both the business and the customer. You'll learn product management principles that can be applied to any organization, big or small.

How can effective project management transform not just outcomes but entire organizations? In a world of constant change, mastering project management is more crucial than ever. This guide explores key principles from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) to Agile methodologies, helping professionals lead projects with confidence. Covering core concepts like the triple constraint—scope, time, and cost—and the impact of stakeholder engagement, it reveals how communication and collaboration drive project success.

For project managers looking to establish credibility and drive winning results, author Tom Kendrick’s groundbreaking system provides the key to leading cross-functional, outsourced, and other types of teams through every stage of the project cycle. Results Without Authority is the definitive book on control - teaching the three principal levels of control, including project process, influence, and metrics, among other important areas. You will learn the surefire way to keep projects moving forward.

This guide transcends the traditional book format, serving as your comprehensive mentor through the elaborate and challenging terrains of the PMP exam. Imbued with a solid study strategy, it pledges to demystify complex concepts, assist in applying essential project management principles practically, and instill a confident, exam-ready mindset.

As executives build and nurture their organization's strategic agility in today's turbulent, uncertain business environment, the ability to lead strategic change has become more critical than ever. The Strategic Project Leader, Second Edition will help project managers lead with confidence in temporary, ambiguous team structures that execute risk-laden work in an increasingly agile project environment. The book provides practical guidance to help you move from project manager to service-based project leader.

Living a modern life requires juggling a ton of information. But we were never taught how to manage this information effectively so that we can find what we need when we need it. In The PARA Method, Tiago Forte outlines a simple and intuitive four-step system that will help us sort all the information flooding our brains into four major categories—Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives—allowing us to manage our commitments while achieving our goals and dreams.

"Step into the realm of transformative leadership with 'LEADING with IMPACT: Project Management Strategies for Nonprofit Organizations.' Tailored for dedicated project managers in the nonprofit sector, this enlightening guide is a compass for driving positive change. Delve into proven strategies that go beyond project milestones, emphasizing social impact and meaningful outcomes. This empowering resource unveils the art of orchestrating projects that align seamlessly with the mission and values of nonprofit organizations. Navigate the unique challenges of the nonprofit landscape with ...

Tired of misalignment, friction, and stalled workflow? Flow Engineering is a practical guide to using value stream mapping techniques to align teams, unlock innovation, and optimize performance. Based on foundations from Value Stream Mapping, cybernetics, and the Toyota Production System, Flow Engineering's lightweight and iterative practices build the value, clarity, and flow required for effective collaboration and collective action.

Scrum is the leading Agile methodology used by Fortune 500 companies and is transforming businesses everywhere. In this ever-changing world of customer expectations and new technologies, businesses need to be agile to get ahead and stay there. With Scrum, you can be ready to adapt to the inevitable change.

Nothing is more inspiring than a big vision that becomes a triumphant new reality. But more modest endeavours, whether launching a small business, organizing a conference, or just finishing a work project on time, commonly fail. Why? Understanding what distinguishes the triumphs from the failures has been the life’s work of Oxford professor Bent Flyvbjerg. In How Big Things Get Done, he identifies the errors that lead projects to fail, and the research-based principles that will make yours succeed.

Harness the potent power of Kanban and Scrum with this bundle and take your project-management skills to the next level.

In Project to Product, value stream network pioneer and technology business leader Dr. Mik Kersten introduces the Flow Framework - a new way of seeing, measuring, and managing software delivery. The Flow Framework will enable your company's evolution from project-oriented dinosaur to product-centric innovator that thrives in the age of software. If you're driving your organization's transformation at any level, this is the audiobook for you.

Around the world, product teams are waking up to the same uncomfortable truth: doing things “the right way” doesn’t matter if your team loses its funding or your company goes out of business. Simply put, product teams can no longer afford to be disconnected from the business impact of their work. And well-trodden “best practices” from Silicon Valley behemoths can only provide so much guidance for teams working across vastly different business and funding models.

"Unlock the doors to triumph in construction project management with 'Building Success: A Guide to Construction Project Management for Emerging Professionals.' Crafted exclusively for aspiring project managers, this compelling guide is a masterclass in navigating the intricate landscape of construction projects. Immerse yourself in a transformative journey that transcends traditional boundaries, offering emerging professionals a blueprint for success. This literary cornerstone provides a comprehensive roadmap, instilling confidence and expertise in project managers-to-be. From foundational ...

In this audiobook we will be reviewing over 400 questions. All questions are based on the PMBOK Guide 6th Edition. Just like the actual PMP exam, 90 percent of the questions are scenarios and 10 percent are knowledge base. Knowledge-base questions will identify how well you have remembered the PMBOK terms and processes. Scenario based questions will test your ability to apply the many different terms and processes in a real-life situation.

A good product road map is one of the most important and influential documents an organization can develop, publish, and continuously update. In fact, this one document can steer an entire organization when it comes to delivering on company strategy. This practical guide teaches you how to create an effective product road map, and demonstrates how to use the road map to align stakeholders and prioritize ideas and requests. With it, you’ll learn to communicate how your products will make your customers and organization successful.

Unlock Your Leadership Potential with Mindset for PMP Are you ready to develop the adaptive mindset of a top-performing project manager? If the answer is YES, then Mindset for PMP is the perfect resource for you!If you find yourself struggling with high-pressure decision-making, team leadership, or staying focused under stress, this book provides the mental frameworks and practical tools to bridge the gap between knowledge and execution. This isn’t just another theory-heavy book—it’s a hands-on guide packed with real-world scenarios, practical exercises, and leadership strategies to ...

Your digital transformation cannot fail. But many do, and the problem is not technology. The real challenge is transforming your organization. Success requires the right balance of strategy and implementation. Many leaders know how to craft a winning strategy, but few understand how to implement it across the organization. Robin Speculand, a global expert in strategy and digital implementation, guides leaders to apply a proven structure and disciplined mindset to deliver world-class implementation and performance. This book provides the frameworks, tools, and techniques you need to excel in...

"Embark on a transformative journey with 'Strategic Project Management: Unlocking Success Through Effective Strategies.' In this groundbreaking guide tailored for seasoned project managers, discover the keys to elevating your projects from mere tasks to strategic triumphs. Unleash the power of insightful planning, risk mitigation, and adaptive leadership to navigate the dynamic landscape of project management. This indispensable resource delves into the art of aligning project objectives with overarching organizational goals, ensuring not just success, but strategic success. Learn to wield ...