The Project Management Tool Kit: 100 Tips and Techniques for Getting the Job Done Right

LEADERSHIP PROCESS32Leadership

What:	Inspiring others toward a shared objective.
When:	Throughout a project.
Results:	Improved team motivation and enthusiasm, and higher likelihood of project success.

Establish the Foundation

Project success depends on effective leadership. Whether you are a program manager with hundreds of people reporting to you, in charge of a short project staffed by volunteers, or anything in between, you must be a leader. If this is a new role for you, plan for transitioning to project leadership. Identify leadership gaps and decide what you must do to meet them.

Although the role of “manager” can be delegated, you must earn the role of leader from the people you work with. Some of the critical leadership skills ...