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Project Management Concepts
Introduction
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Communication is the only interaction that we make when we involve with another party.
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Regardless of whether it is personal relationship or a professional one, communication keeps us connected to one another in the community.
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Therefore, communication is the main mechanism where the conflicts are arisen as well as
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they are solved.
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Therefore, effective communication can make sure that you communicate appropriately and
Benchmarking Process
correctly in order to minimize such confrontations.
Cause and Effect Diagram
In case, there are disagreements or conflicts, effective communication can be again used
Change Management Process
for solving such issues.
Communication Blockers
The Main Skills for Effective Communication
Communication Channels
Following are the main skills one should have to master to become an effective
Communication Methods
communicator.
Communication Models
Although acquiring all these skills and mastering them to the same level seems to be challenging, knowing all these skills and slowly working on them will take you to the level
Communications Management
you want to be in communication.
Conflict Management
Staying Focused
Crisis Management
When you deal with a current crisis or an argument, relating something from the past is quite
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natural.
Critical Path Method
When this happens, most of the times, the discussion goes out of topic and the situation can become quite complicated.
Decision Making Process
Staying focused is one of the best skills not only for communicating under pressure, but for
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all types of communications ranging from lunch chitchats to board discussions.
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If you go out of focus, there is a high chance that the end result of the communication may
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not be effective.
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Listening Carefully
Event Chain Methodology
Although people think that they are listing when another person talks, actually they are
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spending time planning what to say next.
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This is what we actually do! Therefore, you need to make an extra effort in order to listen to what the other person says and then come up with what you want to say.
Just-In-Time Manufacturing
If you are not sure what you've heard, repeat it and ask for their confirmation.
Knowledge Management
Understanding Others' Point of Views
Leads, Lags and Floats
In most of the communications, we want ourselves heard and understood. We talk a lot on
Management Best Practices
our point of view and try to get the buying of who are listening.
Management Styles
Remember, others also do the same! If you want them to hear you, you need to hear them
Management by Objectives
and understand their point of view too.
Monte Carlo Analysis
If you can really see through their point of view, you can actually explain yours in a clear and applicable way.
Motivation Theories
Empathy When Criticizing
Negotiation Skills
Sometimes, we become really defensive when someone criticizes us. Since criticism has
Organizational Structures
close ties with emotions, we can be easily erupted.
PERT Estimation Technique
But, in communication, it is really important to listen to the other person's pain and difficulties
PRINCE2 Project Methodology
and respond with empathy.
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At the same time, try to extract the facts and the truth in what they say, it can be useful for
Powerful Leadership Skills
you.
Process Based Management
Taking Ownership Taking personal responsibility is a strength. When it comes to effective communication,
Procurement Documents
admitting what you did wrong is respected and required.
Procurement Management
Most of the times, there are many people, who share responsibility in a conflict. In such
Project Activity Diagram
cases, admit what is yours. This behaviour shows maturity and sets an example.
Project Charter
Your behaviour most probably will inspire others to take responsibility for their share.
Project Contract Types
Compromise if Necessary
Project Cost Control
We love to win arguments all the time, but how often have you felt empty inside after winning
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an argument? Sometimes, winning an argument does not make sense.
Project Lessons Learned
You may win the argument but might lose the corporation of other people. Communication is not about winning, it's about getting things done.
Project Management Methodologies
For the objective of getting things done, you may have to compromise in the process. If it is
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necessary, please do!
Project Management Processes
Take a Time-Out if Necessary
Project Management Tools
Sometimes, you need to take a break in the middle of the discussion. If the communication
Project Management Triangle
is intensive, there can be ineffective communication pattern surfaced.
Project Manager Goals
Once you notice such patterns, you need to take a break and then continue. When you continue after the break, all the parties involved in the discussion will be able to
Project Portfolio Management
constructively contribute for the discussion.
Project Quality Plan
Compete for Your Objective
Project Records Management
Although there can be a lot of obstacles on your way, do not give up what you are fighting
Project Risk Categories
for.
Project Risk Management
Surely you may have to compromise, but clearly stand for what you believe in. When it
Project Scope Definition
comes to communication, all the parties involved should satisfy with the outcome of it.
Project Selection Method
Ask for Help Sometimes, you might have difficulties to communicate certain things to certain parties.
Project Success Criteria
This could be due to an issue related to respect or something else.
Project Time Management
In such cases, seek help from others. Your manager will be one of the best persons to help
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you with.
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Conclusion
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In a corporate environment, effective communication is the key to win your way to success.
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Regardless of whether you are targeting your career growth or winning the next big project,
Recognition and Rewards
effective communication can make your way to the objective.
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In addition, effective communication can get you a lot of support from your subordinates as
Resource Leveling
well.
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