Project Management Skills for Leaders

Learn about how to apply the principles of project management to become a more effective leader.

Introduction

• Why project management skills are valuable for leaders

1. Applying General Project Management Principles

• Apply the project management cycle to provide structure
• Utilize risk analysis to improve outcomes
• Encourage realistic time estimates

2. Conducting Effective Kickoff Meetings

• Create an action-oriented kickoff meeting agenda
• Incorporate relationship building elements
• Draft a project charter
• Co-create a project task outline and schedule

3. Delegating and Status Tracking

• Provide status update guidance
• Delegate with confidence with "three magic questions"
• Build a culture of candor

Conclusion

• Leverage your new project management skills