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May 1, 1991 · Power (and politics) is probably the most important topic in project management but at the same time one of the least discussed subjects. Power, in the engineering sense, is defined as the ability to do work.
Apr 1, 2000 · This paper offers some thoughts on the role of politics in successful project management, identifying ways in which project managers can use politics in a positive and effective manner.
- Jeffrey K Pinto
- 2000
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This paper examines how project managers can both understand a project's political context and resolve those politically related issues which hinder the project's progress. In doing so, it defines the concept of politics and identifies the issues and challenges influencing organizational politics.
Apr 1, 2024 · Project politics can be difficult to define, but generally speaking much of it has to do with power — interactions between those who hold it, and those who seek it. Project politics can be title-driven, position-driven, or just about how connected you are.
May 14, 2022 · Developing a good understanding of the pre-project conversations, conflicts, decisions, and compromises provides a good starting point for understanding the politics of the project.
Sep 13, 2005 · It explains the vicious and the virtuous leadership loops; it details six tools for influencing and persuading others that project managers can use to create and implement their political plan. It also lists four steps for developing and demonstrating leadership authenticity and integrity.
Politics is the process by which groups of people make collective decisions. However, the decisions that you make as a project manager affect people outside your project team and impact a much, much wider group.
