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Delegation: How to Get People to Do What They Say They Say They Will

Let me tell you about one of the most valuable lessons I learned. It relates to a challenge many Project Managers face… Delegation

Social behaviors are driven by 2 urges: minimize threat and maximize reward. The SCARF MOdel identifies the sources of threat and reward.

Why do people do (or not do) things? It’s all a matter of motivation. So, here are my top 20 ways to motivate people on your projects.

How can you make a success of your first leadership role. That’s a question I’ve been asked a few times, so, let’s get into it.

Smart leaders keep things on an even keel. Wise leaders know they have an opportunity to make a difference and are determined to seize it.

Do people notice you when you’re in the room? Do you get the attention you want, for the right reasons? This is professional presence.

Do you have team members who aren’t pulling their weight? Stuart Taylor and I tackle this, as we don the wings of two Agony Angels.

When you have a Project Leadership role, there’s a lot to do. So, we’ll focus on my top 4 project leadership skills, that set you up to LEAD.

I review Carole Osterweil’s excellent book, Neuroscience for Project Success. But, I also share some of the key ideas from neuroscience.

Relationships go wrong. Conflict management may not be a welcome part of a Project Manager’s role. But it is an important part.