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Comprehensive Guide to PMP Certification Preparation

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI), is one of the most recognized and respected credentials in the field of project management. It is designed to demonstrate an individual’s ability to manage projects effectively, making it a...

Emotional Intelligence vs. Technical Skills: Which Matters More?

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, the debate between emotional intelligence (EI) and technical skills has become more prominent than ever. Both competencies play a pivotal role in personal and professional success, but which one truly matters more in the modern workplace? Does...

Unlocking Project Management Success: Essential Soft Skills for Generation X Project Managers 

In the dynamic landscape of project management, soft skills are the bedrock of effective leadership and team collaboration. For Generation X project managers, mastering these skills is crucial to navigate the complexities of modern projects. This article delves into practical soft skill methods...

Stronger Together: Building Resilient Teams & Flipping Negativity with the Emotional Bank Account in 2025

In an age of rapid change, shifting work models, and constant deadlines, building resilient teams is no longer a luxury—it’s a strategic necessity. When projects fail, it's rarely because of technical shortcomings. Instead, it’s often due to broken trust, poor communication, or unaddressed...

The Future of Project Management: Why Soft Skills Are Crucial

In a world dominated by technological advancements, automation, and evolving business landscapes, the role of the project manager has become more complex and dynamic than ever before. While technical expertise and hard skills remain essential, soft skills are increasingly recognized as the...

The Role of Active Listening in Project Management: Enhancing Understanding and Collaboration

In the fast-paced world of project management, effective communication is crucial for successful project outcomes. One of the most critical components of effective communication is active listening. Active listening goes beyond merely hearing words; it involves fully engaging with the speaker,...

Hard Choices Soft Power: Project scope creep management tactics

A soft skills approach to scope creep in project management  Project scope creep occurs where project requirements continually expand beyond the initial scope. As a result, this leads to increased costs, delays, and challenges in delivering project...

Excelling in PRISM Project Management: Leveraging Soft Skills for Optimal Performance 

In the realm of project management, the PRISM framework offers a comprehensive approach to project delivery, focusing on People, Relationships, Innovation, Structure, and Management. While technical expertise is essential, the effective application of soft skills is equally vital for PRISM project...

Project Softskill Book Reviews

Building Project Team Trust: Practical Insights from Humble Inquiry by Edgar H. Schein. 

"Humble Inquiry" by Edgar H. Schein offers a profound exploration of the art of asking questions and building trust, providing invaluable insights for project managers seeking to enhance communication, collaboration, and build project team trust. This book emphasizes the importance of humility,...

Ego Is the Enemy: The Power of Humility in Project Manager Development 

"Ego Is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday offers a compelling examination of the destructive nature of ego and its impact on personal and professional success, and potential for project manager development. In doing so, Ryan Holiday provides invaluable insights for project managers striving to identify...

Upgrade Your Project Team Productivity with Holacracy: Practical Insights for Project Managers 

"Getting Started With Holacracy: Upgrading Your Team's Productivity" by Diederick Janse and Marco Bogers is a valuable resource for project managers seeking to enhance their project team productivity through the innovative Holacracy framework. Holacracy is a system of decentralized management that...

Project Management Ethics: Practical Insights from Henry Cloud’s “Integrity”

  For project managers interested in Project Management Ethics and how qualities like Integrity may guide their project management practice towards greater success, "Integrity: The Courage to Meet the Demands of Reality" by Henry Cloud is a compelling read This book delves into the concept of...

The Power of Project Team Introverts: ‘Quiet’ Insights from Susan Cain.

"Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking" by Susan Cain Offers invaluable insights for project managers seeking to harness the strengths of project team introverts. This book celebrates the unique qualities of introverts and provides practical strategies for leveraging...

Enhancing Project Management Through Active listening

A Review of "Active Listening [3-in-1]" by Emma Leigh Weber "Active Listening [3-in-1]" by Emma Leigh Weber is a comprehensive guidebook that offers project managers with well-developed soft skills and emotional intelligence a wealth of techniques to elevate their communication prowess and...

Project Process Improvement. Practical insights from Effortless, by Greg McKeown. 

"Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most" by Greg McKeown has some interesting insights for project process improvement.   A thought-provoking read for project managers looking for ideas to streamline their project management practices and increase their effectiveness, the...

Stress-Free Project Productivity: Getting Things Done by David Allen

Introduction "Getting Things Done - The Art of Stress-Free Productivity" by David Allen is a seminal guide to personal productivity and offers practical strategies for managing tasks, and commitments effectively, as well as insights for project managers interested in Project Productivity This book...

Project Softskill Course Reviews

Project Conflict Resolution Course: A Must-Have for Project Managers 

Project managers face conflicts regularly. Many have mastered PRINCE2 and Agile. However, these methodologies do not cover project soft skills. The UMD, USMx: Managing Conflicts on Projects with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence course on EdX fills this gap. This project conflict resolution...

Conflict Management in Projects: A Crucial Course for Project Managers 

Project managers often excel in methodologies like PRINCE2 and Agile. However, these frameworks lack focus on project soft skills, particularly conflict management. The EdX course by JesusCollege: Managing Conflict and Polarization in the Workplace and Beyond, addresses this gap. This conflict...

Being Self Aware: Key to Emotionally Intelligent Project Management.

Project managers often excel in methodologies like PRINCE2 and Agile however these frameworks do not cover project soft skills, including the benefits of being self aware in project management. The UMD, USMx: Let's Get Started: Building Self-Awareness course on EdX fills this gap. And in doing so...

Project Manager Soft Skills: Managing People with Power Skills 

Whilst Project managers often excel in technical methodologies, they may lack the essential Project Manager soft skills that are crucial for effective leadership and team management. The EdX course "Managing People with Power Skills" addresses this gap by focusing on project people management....

Persuasive Project Communications: Enhancing Your Influence with FullbridgeX 

Project managers excel in various methodologies. However, many lack training in project soft skills, particularly in communication and teamwork. The EdX course FullbridgeX: Communication Skills and Teamwork fills this gap. This persuasive project communications course offers valuable insights for...

Workplace Resilience: A Key Course for Project Managers 

HarvardX: Building Personal Resilience: Managing Anxiety and Mental Health Project managers often excel in technical methodologies like PRINCE2 and Agile. However, these frameworks rarely address project soft skills, such as managing stress and mental health. The HarvardX: Building Personal...

Emotional Intelligence Course: A Game-Changer for Project Managers 

Project managers know the importance of effective methodologies. Many have mastered PRINCE2 and Agile. However, a gap often remains in project soft skills. This gap can hinder project success. Enter the BerkeleyX: Empathy and Emotional Intelligence at Work course on EdX. This emotional...

Project Conflict Resolution Course: A Must-Have for Project Managers 

Project managers face conflicts regularly. Many have mastered PRINCE2 and Agile. However, these methodologies do not cover project soft skills. The UMD, USMx: Managing Conflicts on Projects with Cultural and Emotional Intelligence course on EdX fills this gap. This project conflict resolution...
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The Power of the Emotional Bank Account:

Discover the transformational power of project soft skills, centred on the Emotional bank account.

In this innovative new course, we reveal why the use of emotional bank account is fundamental to leveraging soft skills in project management practice and is a must have for project managers who want to increase the productivity, resilience, and success of their project teams.

Learn the secrets of how to build trust, goodwill and strong emotional connections with your project team members and stake holders, to take your project management practice, project soft skills and project delivery to the next level.

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Leveraging Reciprocation for Project Success:

Explore the art of reciprocity in project management and unleash its potential for unparalleled success. Our course, ‘Leveraging Reciprocation for Project Success’, explores the strategic use of give-and-take dynamics to foster collaboration, build trust, and drive project outcomes. Discover practical techniques and insights to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships and achieve remarkable project results. Join us as we redefine project management through the power of reciprocity.
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Anti-fragile Project Management and Personal Resilience:

Unlock the power of resilience in project management and personal growth with our upcoming course on Anti-fragile Project Management and Personal Resilience. Discover strategies to thrive in the face of uncertainty, adapt to change, and turn challenges into opportunities. Stay tuned for a transformative learning experience that empowers you to build resilience both professionally and personally.

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