The 77 Deadly Sins of Project Management [Paperback]

Management Concepts (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1567262465 | ISBN-13: 978-1567262469 | Publication Date: July 14, 2009

Combat the Deadly Sins of Project Management!

Project management is a tough business. Not only must project managers contend with schedules, budgets, and a host of stakeholder demands, but they must also deal with sometimes vexing human behaviors, such as whining, indecision, opposition, inflexibility, complacency, and tunnel vision, to name a few. Projects can be negatively impacted by common 'sins' that hinder, stall, or throw the project off track.

In The 77 Deadly Sins of Project Management, the contributors focus on each 'deadly sin' and probe its manifestations and consequences for projects. By sharing their personal experiences, as well as some historical events, the contributors spotlight the effects and costs both financial and human of failing to get a handle on these sins and reign them in. Through anecdotes and case studies, The 77 Deadly Sins of Project Management will help you better understand how to execute the myriad aspects of today's projects.

-Identify danger signs and solutions for each 'sin'
-Learn proven methods for tackling project mishaps
-Gain practical and hands-on information from seasoned professionals
-Keep a variety of 'sins' from derailing your project

BONUS! Each book comes with a '77 Deadly Sins of Project Management' poster!

With chapters written by:
-B. Michael Aucoin
-Sanjiv Augustine
-Richard Bechtold, PhD
-Gayle L. Brennan, PMP
-Charlene Spoede Budd, PhD, PMP
-Charles I. Budd, PMP
-Janet Burns, PMP
-Michael S. Dobson, PMP
-Lowell D. Dye, PMP
-Steven Flannes, PhD
-Ken Hanley, MEng
-Kathleen B. (Kitty) Hass, PMP
-Dr. Gregory T. Haugan, PMP
-Gary R. Heerkens, MBA, PMP
-Dr. David Hillson, PMP
-Rosemary Hossenlopp, PMP
-Brian Irwin, MSM, PMP
-John K. Johnson, MBA, CPA
-John Kinser, PMP
-Timothy J. Kloppenborg, PhD, PMP
-Ursula Kuehn, PMP, EVP
-Dr. Ginger Levin, PMP, PgMP
-Michael F. Malinowski, PMP
-Michael G. Martin, PMP
-Dr. Jerry Mulenburg, PMP
-Steve Neuendorf
-Michael O Brochta, PMP
-Frank R. Parth, MBA, PMP
-Joseph A. Petrick
-Sandra F. Rowe, MBA, PMP
-Amy R. Scarbrough
-Peter Simon, PMP, FAPM
-Ray Stratton, PMP, EVP
-Jerry Strauss, PMP, PE
-Ron Taylor, MBA, PMP
-Michael Trumper
-Teidi Tucker
-Nathalie Udo, MBA, PMP
-Lev Virine
-Ralph Young

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About the Author

Forty seasoned project managers and team members who are experts in all aspects of project management, including leadership, risk management, earned value, requirements, and the work breakdown structures, offer their insights and guidance on how to keep projects moving toward a successful outcome.

Product Details

• Paperback: 357 pages
• Publisher: Management Concepts (July 14, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567262465
• ISBN-13: 978-1567262469
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #439,930 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A 'must' for any business library strong in project management guides, January 19, 2010

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This review is from: The 77 Deadly Sins of Project Management (Paperback)

The 77 Deadly Sins of Project Management offers a compilation of contributions by experienced project managers who tell common 'sins' that hinder, stall or throw projects off track. From personal experiences and historical events to the costs of failing to understand these project management challenges, this book is a 'must' for any business library strong in project management guides.