Improving key competencies of project managers

2022 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Key Competencies ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Core Self ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Efficiency of project managers demands competence in many areas. Through appropriate development in different dimensions of core self-evaluation and cultural intelligence, companies can strengthen these manager competencies and enhance overall performance. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Exploring linkages of performance with metacognition

2019 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 195-207 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul R. Lyons ◽  
Randall Paul Bandura
Keyword(s):  
Performance Measures ◽  
Performance Indicators ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Learning And Development ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Evaluation ◽  
Secondary Purpose ◽  
Core Self ◽  
And Training ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeIn this exploratory, correlational study the authors set out to demonstrate the relationships as well as inter-correlations among direct and indirect performance measures, along with measures of knowledge of cognition, and evaluation of cognition. The information helps inform manager learning and development. The purpose of this paper is twofold: first, primary purpose, to identify linkages of performance with individual’s efforts to improve their learning processes via metacognition; and second, secondary purpose, primarily for the benefit of practitioners, is the provision of detailed information regarding performance measures and practical measures of metacognition.Design/methodology/approachThe study made use of correlation analysis among performance measures and measures of metacognitive effort. The design is not intended to support cause and effect relationships, nor demonstrate the technical, predictive value of measures.FindingsA majority of associations among indirect performance measures with one another and with nearly all of the measures of knowledge of cognition, and evaluation of cognition were positive and significant (mostly at the 0.01 level). Findings offer broad support for the linkage of self-efficacy (SE), and core self-evaluation (CSE) with performance.Practical implicationsRelationships identified in this study may help practitioners alter and improve their practices/methods of identifying individuals who possess attributes that are highly related to performance and learning. The new knowledge may influence decisions about recruitment, selection and training.Originality/valueLittle research has focused on relationships among indirect performance indicators such as SE, CSE and established measures of metacognition. The present study helps to identify important relationships.

Towards more effective strategy execution

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 19-21
Keyword(s):  
Driving Force ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
The Other ◽  
Effective Strategy ◽  
Strategy Execution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Efficiency in both planning and implementation impact on the overall performance of any strategy. Execution is often below standard though, particularly where public sector firms are concerned. But strong leadership can provide the necessary guidance and serve as a driving force to effectively align all the other key components and significantly improve the outcome as a result. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Successful strategy execution for public sector firms

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (7) ◽  
pp. 26-28
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Strategy Execution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Public Sector Organizations ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Critical Components ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Poor execution is the main reason for the failure of most strategies. Addressing nine critical components can enable public sector organizations to increase the rate of successful implementations and enhance overall performance as a result. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

How to increase employee engagement

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 42-44
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Employee Engagement ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Different Dimensions ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings How employees perceive their firm’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities can significantly impact on the level of employee engagement. Different dimensions of CSR are subject to vary in their influence on engagement. It remains inconclusive as to the significance of gender in the relationship between CSR perceptions and engagement. Based on this evidence, organizations can utilize CSR as a means of managing talent more effectively. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Business relations on the global stage

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (8) ◽  
pp. 23-26
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Multicultural Teams ◽  
Cultural Backgrounds ◽  
Open Communication ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Business Operations ◽  
Values And Beliefs ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Globalization has prompted a massive increase in international business projects involving multicultural teams. Project managers face a challenging task to bring together various individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Trust is imperative if such business operations are to succeed as it inspires more open communication and collaboration. However, with people bringing different norms, values, and beliefs into the equation, distrust is often more likely. Various characteristics can be important, meaning that significant potential exists for trust levels to be influenced by differences in both national and organizational culture. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Factors which improve firm performance of SMEs

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-35
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Technical Knowledge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strategic Orientations ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Businesses can enhance their overall performance by focusing on certain strategy dimensions at the expense of others. The positive impact of such strategic orientations can be furthered when various technical and non-technical knowledge management mechanisms are effectively utilized. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Succeeding with open innovation projects

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (12) ◽  
pp. 15-18
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Management ◽  
Open Innovation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Stakeholder Management ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Management Techniques ◽  
Project Objectives ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Stakeholder management in open innovation contexts is even more difficult than with conventional R&D projects that typically involve fewer stakeholders. However, adoption of various measures that include careful selection and engagement of diverse stakeholders together with relevant conflict management techniques better positions project managers to overcome the challenges and meet project objectives. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

The future of teams

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (9) ◽  
pp. 13-15
Keyword(s):  
Business School ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Board Members ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mba Students ◽  
High Profile ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings There is a Harvard Business School who tells a good story of how years academic research and learning can be undercut by actual business acuity in a stroke. As he tells it, a high-profile female CEO gave a talk to the elite class of MBA students, and discussed how effective her team was. The professor had spent years developing a sophisticated framework that showed the relative values on a chart of individual board members and what they contributed to the overall success of the organization. The CEO took one look at the chart and got out a pen, and drew a circle round the painstakingly arranged dots with an arrow pointing upwards saying, “Well yes, but if you group them together as a team then overall performance is much higher”. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Towards superior knowledge management

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 35-37
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Superior Knowledge ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings It is imperative that firms develop effective knowledge management (KM) systems in order to remain competitive in today’s challenging business environment. By focusing on the different KM constructs and the important associations between, organizations will become better placed to enhance overall performance. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Achieving alignment between demand and supply of HRD competencies

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 19-21
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Academic Programs ◽  
Demand And Supply ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Competency Frameworks ◽  
Combined Use ◽  
Job Advertisements ◽  
Key Competencies ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Preparation of students for professional roles in HRD should incorporate acquisition of various key competencies. However, misalignment can occur between academic programs and requirements of potential employers. Combined use of competency frameworks and content analysis of current job advertisements might help minimize such problems by enabling greater awareness of evolving trends and needs in the field. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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