The Project Manager S Guide To Mastering Agile

Streamline project workflow with expert agile implementation The Project Management Profession is beginning to go throughrapid and profound transformation due to the widespread adoption ofagile methodologies. Those changes are likely to dramaticallychange the role of project managers in many environments as we haveknown them and raise the bar for the entire project managementprofession; however, we are in the early stages of thattransformation and there is a lot of confusion about the impact ithas on project managers: There are many stereotypes and misconceptions that exist aboutboth Agile and traditional plan-driven project management, Agile and traditional project management principles andpractices are treated as separate and independent domains ofknowledge with little or no integration between the two andsometimes seen as in conflict with each other Agile and "Waterfall" are thought of as two binary,mutually-exclusive choices and companies sometimes try to force-fittheir business and projects to one of those extremes when the rightsolution is to fit the approach to the project It’s no wonder that many Project Managers might beconfused by all of this! This book will help project managersunravel a lot of the confusion that exists; develop a totally newperspective to see Agile and traditional plan-driven projectmanagement principles and practices in a new light as complementaryto each other rather than competitive; and learn to develop anadaptive approach to blend those principles and practices togetherin the right proportions to fit any situation. There are many books on Agile and many books on traditionalproject management but what’s very unique about this book isthat it takes an objective approach to help you understand thestrengths and weaknesses of both of those areas to see how they canwork synergistically to improve project outcomes in anyproject. The book includes discussion topics, real world casestudies, and sample enterprise-level agile frameworks thatfacilitate hands-on learning as well as an in-depth discussion ofthe principles behind both Agile and traditional plan-drivenproject management practices to provide a more thorough level ofunderstanding.

Streamline project workflow with expert agile implementation The Project Management Profession is beginning to go throughrapid and profound transformation due to the widespread adoption ofagile methodologies. Those changes are likely to dramaticallychange the role of project managers in many environments as we haveknown them and raise the bar for the entire project managementprofession; however, we are in the early stages of thattransformation and there is a lot of confusion about the impact ithas on project managers: There are many stereotypes and misconceptions that exist aboutboth Agile and traditional plan-driven project management, Agile and traditional project management principles andpractices are treated as separate and independent domains ofknowledge with little or no integration between the two andsometimes seen as in conflict with each other Agile and "Waterfall" are thought of as two binary,mutually-exclusive choices and companies sometimes try to force-fittheir business and projects to one of those extremes when the rightsolution is to fit the approach to the project It’s no wonder that many Project Managers might beconfused by all of this! This book will help project managersunravel a lot of the confusion that exists; develop a totally newperspective to see Agile and traditional plan-driven projectmanagement principles and practices in a new light as complementaryto each other rather than competitive; and learn to develop anadaptive approach to blend those principles and practices togetherin the right proportions to fit any situation. There are many books on Agile and many books on traditionalproject management but what’s very unique about this book isthat it takes an objective approach to help you understand thestrengths and weaknesses of both of those areas to see how they canwork synergistically to improve project outcomes in anyproject. The book includes discussion topics, real world casestudies, and sample enterprise-level agile frameworks thatfacilitate hands-on learning as well as an in-depth discussion ofthe principles behind both Agile and traditional plan-drivenproject management practices to provide a more thorough level ofunderstanding.

Are you searching for your dream job and want to build winning teams in a flexible, fast-paced world while earning a great salary? 71% of companies use more agile project management, and their project success rate is significantly higher than that of traditional project management-the Project Management Institute. The average salary of an agile project manager is $99,000-ZIPPIA. Wouldn't it be great if someone offered you not one, but all of these: A job where you can use your natural leadership abilities and work in the way that's best for YOU The ability to become agile in everything you do An opportunity to make this world a better place and create real values Trust that you can make your organization become faster, smarter, and more profitable A fast-moving career with a great salary If you answered yes, then I can help you. Why me? Well, I've worked on lots of projects and managed many different teams. I know how and why agile works, and I will uncover the secrets of 21st century project management, so you can achieve your best career. In this book, you will discover: 7 methods to be an elite agile project manager Trending software applications that will make your projects go faster Top secrets to agile 10 project management tools to save time in your personal life Best 11 practices to create your dream team 6 different ways to leap into project management leadership Why sports can help you in your career to take you from zero to hero How to use what you learned as a kid in your dream job 12 real-life examples of projects that worked... and what failed 10 ways to excel as an agile project manager BONUS: Never published before Ready, Set, Agile! methodology Still not sure if agile project management is right for you? Here are some questions I'm often asked. I didn't go to college, can I still be a project manager? Yes! Project management requires leadership skills-not specific degrees. The more experience you have from the projects you work on, the better you'll get, and you will become more confident leading the teams. Can the work be on-site or remote? It can be both, since remote work is growing very quickly. Software tools have made it possible to work closely as a strong team, even when not located in the same place. I've never been a programmer, how can I work on agile IT projects? Fortunately, you don't need special skills in programming or anything else in order to succeed as a project manager in agile. What if I've never worked in agile project management? You will just need the right guidance to learn the fundamentals of project management. I've provided everything you need to know in this book for you to start now. If you have prior experience with traditional project management, you will like agile more because of its freedom. No matter which industry you're in, agile is the way of the future. You'll be joining the success stories once you read the book and discover the secrets of being an agile project manager! To create the winning career of your dreams, scroll up and click the Add to Cart button now!

Discover Agile Project Management DO YOU WANT TO ACHIEVE THE BEST AT EVERY STAGE OF A PROJECT ? DO YOU WANT FLEXIBILITY WITHIN THE TEAM AND GET THE BEST OUT OF YOUR EMPLOYEES? Agile Project Management is a well-rounded introduction to the principles of managing a project with diligence and efficiency.The book describes the basics including the composition of the project team; and shows you the role of each participant. When you read through the book, you will see that every person involved in the project is important and that each one of them feels specially valued and appreciated. You will also love the flexibility with which the team works, making work feel more like a hobby than a stressful undertaking that has to be done at specified times, for defined lengths of time and at designated locations. In this book, you will learn: What agile project management is How agile project management came to be How to go about implement agile project management How to get the best out of your employees In-depth comparison between agile and the traditional methods of project management How to circumvent the shortcomings of traditional management methods Why you need to introduce agile project management in your business How to incorporate scrum into agile project management The problems that often arise when introducing agile for the first time in an organization and what causes them The need for all team members to receive training in agile project management The PMI-ACP course, who offers it, and the individual topics offered Why leaders are better off taking the PMI-ACP course Why it is important that leaders, including executives, should take a course on management of project portfolio What agile project management is, in a nutshell And much, much more.. So if you want to know more about Agile Project Management, then read further! SCROLL to the top of the page and select the BUY button

In understanding methodologies and agile project management, we look at the different techniques in which you can successfully develop management skills. As you know, it is quite important to adopt a multifaceted approach when it comes to management, to get your job done in a facile manner. Agile methodology is a multifaceted approach that finds its application in many different fields and can be considered an umbrella concept. Right from engineering to IT to business management, there are many areas where one can effectively apply the ideologies of agile management. Once you go through the book, you will understand how easy it is for you to adopt and utilize it to enhance your business. The agile management technique focuses on four main aspects, namely - effective communication with clients/parties, delivering a work application, collaborating with clients and changing up the scope of work. All of these need to be controlled and managed in order to enhance productivity. That is exactly where this book comes into play. In the course of this book, you will learn how to: Understanding the iterative learning process Learning about the agile software development techniques The scope of management Meaning and features of agile manifesto Dynamic system development model and its applications The phases of the Atern project Understanding of the scrum theory Sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives Service designs and transitions Service operations Lean development principles Operational level management techniques Steps to enhance focus Agile management basically focuses on enhancing communication within the organizational structure to ensure that you remain with free flowing ideologies. It is a good way to increase your productivity while managing your work environment. The book focuses on understanding each and every element by breaking it down to the simplest form. The concepts are explained in such a way that they allow you to implement them in your work life. You can go through the concepts in detail to understand each and every aspect of it. There is no limit to its application and you can mold it into any shape or form of your choice. You can pass a copy of the book to all your employees so that they can understand what it takes to partake in agile management of business. You can also consider holding a seminar or a book reading session where everybody can interpret their ideologies in their own way. Using the information provided in the book, you can implement agile management in your day-to-day life; whether it is work or personal life. So what are you waiting for - start reading right away! Buy your copy today!

Making Sense of Agile Project Management Business & Economics/Project Management The essential primer to successfully implementing agile project management into an overall business strategy For a project to be truly successful, its management strategy must be flexible enough to adapt to dynamic and rapidly evolving business needs. Making Sense of Agile Project Management helps project managers think outside the box by presenting a deep exploration of agile principles, methodologies, and practices. Straying from traditional bureaucratic procedures that are rigidly defined, this book espouses a heavy reliance on the training and skill of collaborative, cross-functional teams to adapt the methodology to the problem that they are attempting to solve—rather than force-fitting a project to a particular methodology. Making Sense of Agile Project Management: Focuses on how agile project management fits with other more traditional project management models to provide a more effective strategy Includes many cases taken from real-world companies illustrating good and bad agile implementation Provides coverage that is balanced and objective with discussion of both agile and non-agile methodologies Making Sense of Agile Project Management employs a straightforward approach that enables project managers to grasp concepts quickly and develop adaptable management tools for creating a vibrant and fluid business environment. By utilizing the principles laid out in this book, business managers and leaders will strengthen their ability to meet the risks and complexities of any individual project—and better understand how to blend the appropriate balance of control and agility into an overall business strategy.

This is the definitive guide for managers and students to agile and iterativedevelopment methods: what they are, how they work, how to implement them, andwhy they should.

Agile Practice Guide – First Edition has been developed as a resource to understand, evaluate, and use agile and hybrid agile approaches. This practice guide provides guidance on when, where, and how to apply agile approaches and provides practical tools for practitioners and organizations wanting to increase agility. This practice guide is aligned with other PMI standards, including A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) – Sixth Edition, and was developed as the result of collaboration between the Project Management Institute and the Agile Alliance.