Project Management For Dummies
Written by Stanley Portny
Narrated by Brett Barry
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About this audiobook
The tools you need for successful project management
In today's time-crunched, cost-conscious global business environment, tight project deadlines and stringent expectations are the norm. So what does it take to succeed? This hands-on guide introduces you to the principles of project management and shows you how to put them to use so you can successfully manage a project from start to finish. And if you're studying for the Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional® certification exam, you can rest easy knowing that this book is aligned with the guide that's the basis for the exam.
- Project management 101—take a look at the who, what, and why of a project and discover what it really takes to ensure success
- Keep an eye on the clock—learn how to create foolproof schedules and budgets that keep your projects on track
- Put your team to work—get plenty of practical tips and guidelines for identifying and involving key players
- Drive it home—uncover the best ways to track, analyze, and report on your project's activities and bring it to a successful closure
- Up your project management game—take your skills to the next level with the use of technology and Earned Value Management
Listen to the audio and find:
- Help for defining your project's goals and expectations
- Guidelines for knowing your project's audience
- Tips for breaking your project work into manageable pieces
- The latest methods for determining and managing resources
- How to deal with risk and uncertainty
- Hints for providing effective leadership
Learn to:
- Organize and schedule projects efficiently and effectively
- Motivate any team to gain maximum productivity
- Assess risks, manage changes, maintain communication, and live up to expectations
- Plan for resources and stay within a budget
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- Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5Super dry. Hopefully this book won't create a batch of boring PMs
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5It is great because it is simple and clear . Appreciate