Self-Made Program Leader

<p>Almost all leadership books assume that the leader has authority over their team members. The challenge of project management in a matrix-structured environment is that this is not always the case. A whole new plan of attack has to be executed for the project manager to deliver in an organization where they do not have formal authority. This book takes a unique approach to understanding the matrix structure and the tactics needed to succeed. </p><p>The Self-Made Program Leader: Taking Charge in Matrix Organizations gives you insight into the minds of a group of 55 project program and portfolio managers who have worked in a matrix environment. It presents lessons learned from both their successes and failures. With this book you will learn how to:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>Prepare for your leadership role in a matrix environment and understand what you need to improve</li> <p> </p> <li>Understand your organization’s structure and identify the hidden key players on your team</li> <p> </p> <li>Use volunteer-based roles to gain influence in your organization</li> <p> </p> <li>Build a coalition of key individuals including decision makers respected employees and subject matter experts</li> <p> </p> <li>Understand the perception of your leadership style by your followers and position yourself so others are more willing to cooperate and comply with your requests</li> </ul><p>This goal of this book is to show a clear path for project program and portfolio managers to lead others within a matrix environment regardless of the industry or complexity. It shows you proven strategies and behaviors that you can use to successfully deliver your projects programs and portfolios.</p>