Alfonso Bucero Livres

There is an old saying that "your attitude determines your altitude." People with a positive, constructive attitude achieve much greater success than those with neutral or negative attitudes. This book explores the impacts of attitude on project success. Examining the importance of a project manager's attitude in motivating a team, dealing with project stakeholders, and overcoming issues, the book contrasts the outcomes of both positive and negative attitudes. Full of case studies illustrating the key concepts, the book shows how project managers can change their way of thinking, plan for success, take advantage of the power of commitment, convert project issues into opportunities, communicate more effectively, deal effectively with negativity and fear, and effectively use persistence to increase the chances for project success. With the right positive attitude, problems seem to melt away. Don't get caught up in negativity surrounding project issues and risks, because... Today is a Good Day!

Focusing on essential soft skills, this practical guide emphasizes the importance of leadership, conflict resolution, negotiations, and change management for successful project management. Through engaging storytelling, the authors illustrate how to effectively apply these skills to foster a supportive project environment. The book not only addresses the "why" behind these competencies but also provides actionable strategies for their implementation. An accompanying workbook, The Complete Project Manager's Toolkit, is available separately to enhance learning and application.

Focusing on attitude implementation, this guide offers practical tools, real-world examples, and global case studies aimed at project managers and executives. It emphasizes best practices and mindsets necessary for achieving project success, complemented by exercises and checklists to foster a winning attitude. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for professionals seeking to enhance their approach to project management in an international context.

Project Sponsorship —which includes case studies, checklists, and action plans—shows how project sponsors and project managers can develop the skills they need to manage successful projects. Randall L. Englund and Alfonso Bucero—experts in the field of project management—have written the definitive guide for educating all stakeholders in the nature of project sponsorship. They describe in detail the responsibilities of the project sponsor, from communications and liaison, selection and training, problem solving, mentoring, and feedback, to the review of project execution. The project sponsor and manager learn how to negotiate effectively with each other and the project team to achieve their commitments.