Now Available: The Project Management Answer Book,
pub. date: Jan. 18, 2011
Publisher: Management Concepts, Inc.
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The Project Management Answer Book, your concise guide to the current concepts, skills, and best practices used by project management experts.
This easy-to-use Q&A reference covers all aspects of project management and includes practical tips on obtaining the PMP and related certifications. Provides the tools you need to improve project performance and achieve high quality, low-risk results immediately. Fully compatible to PMBOK V4.
Learn How TO:
- Control risks that can threaten a project
- Build quality into your project
- Effectively integrate soft skills into your management style
- Navigate the ethical challenges project managers and team members face daily
Plus 4 Special Sections NOT Found In Most PMP Books:
- Leadership Chapter
- Social Media for PMs
- The PMP Application (full chapter on everything you need to know to quickly fill out your application, plus many test proven tips)
- Ethics (detailed chapter on this important area, which is key to passing the new version of the PMP exam, after the August 31, 2011 change)
Reviews:
By Chester Sanders, reviewer for PM World Today:
- This book is a wealth of information related to project management. Someone told me once that a good project manager can be a mile wide and an inch deep.
- This book is the same way, a mile wide and an inch deep. In working with the book over the last several weeks I was surprised how often all I needed was that “inch” of information. Normally I have to shift through tons of data to pull out the info I need to start solving a problem. This book provides the summary data in a format that is quick and easy to use.
- This book is a great reference for inexperienced as well as seasoned project managers however the inexperienced project managers will get the most use of the book. I would strongly suggest it to anyone new to project management.
- Even with many years of project management experience I have used this book multiple times over the past several weeks to quickly gain access to needed information.
- It is that high-level guidance that will be all an inexperienced PM normally needs to keep things going down the right path.
By Ronda Roberts, reviewer for Bright Hub:Bright Hub Review:
“How can I memorize the processes in project management? What happens when I have an ongoing project? What qualities should I look for in team members? What do I do if there’s a conflict on my team? No matter what questions you come up with, chances are, you’ll find it – and the answer – in Jeff Furman’s The Project Management Answer Book. This handy reference (that I myself have on my shelf and have found invaluable when it comes to finding answers to technical questions) is a great reference. You’ll find yourself pulling it off your shelf again and again. It includes answers to everything from taking certification exams to the stages of project management to dealing with social networking as a project manager.”
“The Project Management Answer Book” was included in Bright Hub’s 2011: “Top Ten Books Every PM Should Have In His Or Her Collection” by reviewer Ronda Roberts.
Amazon.com Review:
“This book provides comprehensive coverage of a very important topic. The “question and answer” approach the author has chosen works very well for both newbies and veterans. The organization of this book generally follows the structure of PMI’s PMBoK but goes into more depth and detail in a number of areas, including several rarely covered adequately – e.g., Ethical Considerations in Chapter 9 and Leadership Best Practices in Chapter 12. Furman’s writing style is nicely succinct with no unnecessary elaboration or repetition. This book is ideally organized for learning and for reference.” ~Gary Gack, IT PM and Risk Management expert and author
Amazon.com Review:
5.0 out of 5 stars, April 13, 2011
“I find reading the Project Management Answer Book as the best resource for Project Management and can be read cover to cover or opened on any page with any subject. Jeff Furman makes the PMBOK come to life. I am using his vast knowledge and obvious experience to study for the PMP exam, as a supplement and as a motivating source for the more difficult project management concepts. I am also using his comments and written experience to resolve difficult issues at work such as how to manage stakeholder expectations and resolve issues on scope. I look forward to additional work by the author Jeff Furman.” ~Ann K, Project Manager
Amazon.com Review
5.0 out of 5 stars PM Answer Book is Excellent! March 26, 2011
“PM Answer Book Is Excellent! I have read Jeff Furman’s Project Management Answer Book. It is an excellent source of reference information. The question then answer format in subject categories makes it easier to find what you are looking for and the answer information is comprehensive along with being well researched and organized. I’ve already used it a few times and it’s getting full of post-it note tabs to mark specific areas. I recommend this book.” ~Jeff H., Program Manager
MORE KUDO NOTES I’ve received about the book:
June 23, 2011 “Jeff, just wanted to let you know that I passed my test today (23 JUN)! Add my name to the growing list of students successfully trained by Jeff Furman. Thanks for everything… I could not have done it without your class. Keep doing what you do…” ~Leon J.
June 4, 2011 “Jeff, I passed my test today… The class was excellent prep. Crowe’s book and yours were invaluable tools. I think the recommendations in them are great. I especially appreciate your book’s insights and top ten lists. It has more of a handbook feel for post test work. Again, thanks for the class and help. Enjoy your holiday.” ~Steve B, Program Manager
June 2, 2011 “Jeff–I passed my PMP–yet another testament to your great prep method, content, and resources. Your picks for books and the templates are right on the money! The points you emphasized in the class were just the points I needed for my version of the exam. I’m glad you spent the time you did on professional responsibility…” ~Tom C, Project Manager
June 5, 2011 “I also wanted to say that your book is a great companion to the Andy Crowe book. It helps you better understand concepts where you might not have any practical experience. Regards. ~Dave S, Project Manager
“Hi Jeff, I’ve been reading your book and found it to be interesting, well-written and I love it. The well-written part to me, is that you basically write in common sense terms, which I love. The KISS method always prevails. It’s funny, because I actually see myself in your questions and answers.” ~Carmen C, Project Manager
“I just finished reviewing ‘The Project Management Answer Book’ by Jeff Furman. It is a great book for novice project managers, as well as those preparing to sit for a PMI credential exam. I intend to recommend this book to my PMP certification exam prep students to supplement the PMBOK Guide in studying for the PMP exam. It is written in an easy to follow Q & A format and includes several lists of “Top Ten Pitfalls”.
~Mary M., PMP
“Jeff Furman has done it again. What he brought to the classroom he has now extended to the page. Furman’s approach to disseminating his wealth of knowledge on project management and leading successful projects is bite-size and digestible. The chapter on leadership is a must-have addition to every project manager’s arsenal of skills. And leave it to Furman to relate the importance of this subject in his usual clear and engaging style.” ~Jo Bakal, PMP, Major Financial Institution, NYC
“I read the chapter on Leadership Best Practices and really enjoyed it. I can’t wait to read the entire book. You were able to incorporate the feeling and human side of things into what can sometimes often be the very technical side of project management. Often PM’s can be so robotic and corporate. I believe that the human interaction and touch has been left out of our management techniques more and more as time has progressed.
In the PM Answer Book, Jeff Furman provides the PM with empowering tools and techniques written in positive, not-traditional, and clear and understandable language. Jeff merges complex PM techniques with out-of-the-box leadership best practices to avoid pitfalls, thus allowing the PM to not only be more effective, but also leave a positive and lasting impact on team members and stakeholders. This book is undoubtedly a good read which positive thinking PM’s will want to keep handy as a reference.” ~Tom Robbins, President, TekSoft Training and Consulting, LLC
“This book is a must-have resource for new and seasoned project managers alike. Jeff Furman communicates straightforward, real-world experience and topical expertise in an easy-to-follow question/answer format with clear and well delivered explanations that keep the reader interested, focused, and wanting to learn more. Whether searching for an introductory taste, a study guide for the PMP/CAPM certifications, or a way to refine and enhance senior-level PM skills, this book is an invaluable teaching tool and mainstay reference.Thank you.” ~Evan Gould, Co-Founder and COO, Aldea International Corporation
“This is the only book that combines PM theory with concrete real-life examples. It’s an easy to read book with answers to questions that all PMs have. I believe this is a must have book for successful PM practitioners.” ~Gary Jin King, VP/Program Manager for Major Investment Bank
“I still remember the first class that Jeff taught for me << when I was Training Manager at NetCom Information Technology>>. All students became certified on their first attempt, and were so impressed with his project management knowledge and experience with the tools and his unique, results-oriented teaching style. He is a project management guru! I am very happy that his project management secrets will get to a large audience with this answer book. Jeff Furman is one of the best PMP trainers I have known, who doesn’t compromise the quality of training for anything.” ~Rubel Khan, VP of Business Development, Quint Wellington Redwood
