The lack of effective communications management is continuously cited as one of the top 3, if not the first, reason for project failure. Project Managers and team members often overlook this critical element in an effort to bring the project in ‘on time and on budget’. All team members need to understand their own communication style and how that style can help or damage the flow of information in a project environment. Team dynamics; stakeholder confidence and cooperation; requirements gathering and scope definition are just a few of the areas that require good communication skills. While often viewed as secondary skills, they are critical to your success and will impact the bottom line..
This module covers:
- Communication styles; characteristics, challenges; tips on identifying and communicating with other styles.
- Common communication filters in a project environment.
- The challenge of generational diversity in effective communications.
- How organizational change requires specific communication management and how to do it.
- How to Develop a HR Plan; Acquire, Develop and Manage the Project Team.
- How to Identify Stakeholders; Plan Communications; Distribute Information; Manage Stakeholder expectations and Report Performance.
- The criticality of effective status reporting and how to do it.
