As a project manager, how aware are you of your people's soft skills
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8 Essential Soft Skills for Project Managers: Boost Team Efficiency Now!
Ever feel like you're wasting time chasing updates and holding ineffective meetings? In this episode, we discuss critical soft skills that can make or break your project success. From reading the room to leading purposeful meetings, effective communication, and active listening, discover actionable tips to add to your project management playbook. Don't miss tip number 5, it's a game-changer! Tune in to learn how to enhance your team's dynamics, manage time effectively, and improve your email responsiveness. Stay till the end for bonus tips on presentation and negotiation skills!
🌟 Master the Soft Skills: The Key to Project Success! Are you constantly repeating yourself in emails or struggling to make meetings productive? It's time to transform your approach with proven strategies that empower your project management skills! 🚀
In this empowering guide, you'll discover:
- How to read the room and engage your team effectively.
- Leading meetings with a clear purpose and maximizing productivity.
- Assertive communication techniques to improve email responses.
- Build a support network and know your rights for personal empowerment.
- Thriving with a growth mindset and saying NO to inefficiency and miscommunication.
00:00 Introduction: The Struggles of Project Management
00:20 The Importance of Soft Skills in Project Management
01:16 A Personal Story: Handling Unprepared Team Members
04:00 Tip 1: Read the Room to Gauge Team Dynamics
05:49 Tip 2: Leading Meetings with a Purpose
08:44 Tip 3: Addressing Chronic Task Reminders
10:44 Tip 4: Improving Email Responsiveness
12:45 Tip 5: Developing Active Listening Skills
13:35 Tip 6: Improve Written Communication for Clarity
14:17 Tip 7: Enhancing Time Management Skills
15:02 Tip 8: Improving Delegation Skills
15:53 Bonus Tips: Presentation and Negotiation Skills
17:49 Conclusion and Closing Remarks
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