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5 Behaviours of Successful Project Managers

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What makes a project manager successful? It’s no secret that it’s hundreds of small decisions and behavioural traits. I’ve been thinking recently, as I’m writing a new book, about the things I believe make the biggest difference.

The infographic below isn’t based on scientific research, but on my experience working with project managers and leading teams. What do you think makes the biggest difference in whether a project manager is successful at work or not? Let me know in the comments, I’d love to hear!

successful project managers infographic


Posted on: June 19, 2020 04:39 PM | Permalink

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FARHAN BIN ZOBAIR Aligarh, Up, India
Good post, It is interesting Article

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Mushtaq Abdulrahimzai SWIS| Surrey Schools District 36 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Interesting read, thank you for sharing.

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Rodrigo Gregorio Engineering Manager| Advanced Energy Singapore, Not Specified, Singapore
Very interesting and informative. Thanks for sharing.

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Jonathan Lee Business Development Manager| Symphony Communication Services LLC Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
Very relatable. Thanks for sharing!

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Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado Project Manager| F y F Fabricamos Futuro Villavicencio, Meta, Colombia
Thanks for sharing., very interesting

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DILEEP KUMAR RAROTH CEO| Anba Gulf , KSA Al Jubail ,, Saudi Arabia
Very interesting Article. Thanks

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Marcus Udokang Project Manager| Aivaz Consulting Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Elizabeth, your infographic details the essentials. I particularly like the diplomacy. Showing tact is a toughy for some, and comes easy for others, but it's definitely a key ingredient in a being a successful project manager.

Marcus

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Alex Kuczera Project Manager| Stormtec Filtration Canmore, Alberta, Canada
Great post Elizabeth!

I'd also add accountability to the list. I feel like I am accountable for how well a project turns out, as well I have to help others be accountable for their work in the organization so that we can all be successful in our endeavors.

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