Chapter Meeting – July 2024 Power Skills Bootcamp: Communication for Project Managers

(VIRTUAL MEETING) Power Skills Bootcamp: Communication for Project Managers

Agenda

5:30 - Welcome & Agreements

5:35 PM - 6:35 PM Power Skills Bootcamp: Communication for Project Managers

Abstract:

Project managers focus on plans. We will step back and learn to collaborate. Then shine the spotlight on communication. These are the true lingua Franca, Power(soft) skills.

This interactive workshop is going to focus on Communication skills for project managers to effectively communicate with developers and business analysts.

This will be an interactive session. We use role play and exercises to learn and enhance your soft skills.

Learning objectives:
1. Questions to identify basic personality profiles
2. Techniques to listen for alignment at work and home
3. Develop a personal connection with someone in 5 minutes or less

Presenter: Tom Henricksen

Tom Henricksen is a problem-solving technology professional. He is a speaker and writer at Code is Easy. Starting from a developer he has worked as a Project Manager, Technical Lead, Scrum Master, and Manager of Software Development.

Tom has helped organizations with agile transformations. He has also coached and trained teams and individuals. Tom has been an entrepreneur as well. He speaks and writes with a focus on technology roles. Tom was the founder of the Agile Online Summit and DevOps Online Summit. Where he led a strong online community of over 5,000 people.

Tom has learned how to solve challenging issues in technology and lead technical teams. He can help you develop those skills too!