Management Truths: Can You Handle It?
Jack says you can’t handle the truth. But if you’re ready, I highly recommend Stephen Robbins’ excellent book, The Truth About Managing People… And Nothing But the Truth. Robbins has sold over 2...
View ArticleThe Nervous Project Manager
“I just wanted to tell you both good luck. We’re all counting on you.” They say it’s always good to hire a rich lawyer and buy from a poor salesperson. We might add to that to hire a nervous project...
View ArticleThe Thinking Person’s Guide to Leadership
Every once in a while, I come across a website that’s a goldmine of information. Fred Nickols’ “Skullworks” is a good example. He has a wealth of thought provoking articles, by himself and others, in...
View ArticleFollowup to Napoleon on Project Management Announced
Now that the press release is out, I’m pleased to announce the followup book to Napoleon on Project Management. Tentatively titled Managing the Gray Areas, the book touches on many topics, such as...
View ArticleCheat Sheet for Managers: 101 Ways to Rise Above the Pack
InsideCRM has an excellent cheat sheet for managers, covering topics such as: - Body Language- Meeting Deadlines- Getting Along with Employees- Managing Yourself- Boosting Productivity- Managing...
View ArticleFor Greater ROI, Focus on Priority Features & People
This CIO Insight article and slideshow provides some statistics that you may be able to use to support greater attention to developing the RIGHT features. Agile methods can help by encouraging the top...
View ArticleThe Home Stretch: Bring Those Projects Across the Finish Line
This week is the beginning of a new quarter and for many of you, the last of your fiscal year. Time to bring your projects over the finish line. Just a friendly reminder to make sure this stressful...
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