16 Questions
What is active listening in the context of project management?
The message receiver restates what’s been said to fully understand and confirm the message.
What is the first step in active problem solving according to the text?
Problem definition.
What does root-cause analysis focus on?
Looking beyond the immediate symptoms to find the cause of the symptoms.
What does a project manager do when exhibiting avoiding power?
The project manager refuses to act, get involved, or make decisions.
What is the primary focus of servant leadership?
Service to others
What type of power does the project manager have in certain situations within the organization?
Situational power
What is the main emphasis of transactional leadership?
Project goals and rewards/disincentives
What is the goal of transformational leadership?
To inspire and motivate the project team to achieve project goals
What is interactional leadership?
The leader is a hybrid of transactional, transformational, and charismatic leaders.
How does guilt-based power influence project management?
The project manager can make the team and stakeholders feel guilty to gain compliance in the project.
What is laissez-faire leadership?
The leader takes a 'hands-off' approach to the project.
Why is meeting management important in communication?
Meetings are forms of communication, and how they are led, managed, and controlled influences the message being delivered.
What type of power does the project manager have when others like their warm personality?
Personal or charismatic power
What is the minimum number of PDUs required for PMPs to earn per three-year certification cycle?
60 PDUs
When the project manager's power comes from their position, what type of power is it known as?
Positional power
What type of power does the project manager exhibit when they can punish the project team?
Punitive or coercive power
Test your knowledge on different types of power that project managers possess, such as personal, charismatic, and pressure-based power. Explore how a project manager's communication, presentation skills, and ability to influence team members play a crucial role in project success.
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