If you are already a project manager this basic
101 into to “Project Manager” may bore you to tears. But, please, bear with us.
The short answer is; A project manager works on
specific projects that have definite outcomes, are time limited and have to
stay within a budget. These roles typically include: planning what work needs
to be done, when and who's going to do it. Also, calculating the risks involved
in a particular project and managing those risks.
According to the Project Management Institute's
A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge® (PMBOK® Guide), 4th Edition,
"Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools and
techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements." If
you're new to project management, this definition might have left you
scratching your head in confusion. So, what exactly is it that project managers
do?
Essentially, the project manager is accountable
for the success or failure of the project being supervised. Is that enough
responsibility for you?
Besides having knowledge of the field relating
to the project two skills that every project manager needs are:
Learn How To Communicate With Every Level
The ability to communicate comfortably with
people at all levels of the organization about the project is almost always
named as one of the top-tier skills by project managers and team members;
however, it is important to tailor your message to the audience to ensure the
right level of communication. Each person will need to be engaged differently.
One may need details while another prefers a brief overview. If someone wants
to discuss her daughter's preschool graduation before discussing any business,
pay attention. You might even note it and ask her later if her daughter is
enjoying kindergarten. Simple things like that make an impact!
Learn How To Speak Publicly
A project manager can be skilled at putting the
project together, but may fail in presenting the information to stakeholders in
an understandable and engaging format; therefore, project managers need
effective presentation skills—both formal and informal — to gain the positive
engagement of ALL the people impacted by their project. This may sound easy, but
good presenters typically are not born. You may need to invest in presentation
training, practice, and get feedback. Sure, there are some personality trends,
but the simple truth is that good presenters have had lots of practice doing it
and have been trained to present well.
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