APM ChPP - Competencies 5a. Leadership and 5b. Team Management

In this episode, we discuss competencies 5a. Leadership and 5b. Team management   The professional practice criteria for 5A. Leadership  PP1.1 Maintained a team’s understanding of, and commitment to the vision, values, and objectives of a project. PP1.2 Selected an appropriate leadership style based on the situation and/or context. PP1.3 Collaborated with others to maintain the momentum of a project. PP1.4 Encouraged others to adopt behaviours which built trust, confidence, and collaboration either within or between teams. PP1.5 Established environments which presented opportunities for empowered and autonomous working. PP1.6 Established leadership approaches to work with remote teams, colleagues and stakeholders. PP1.7 Identified and addressed difficulties and challenges through facilitating open discussions in a timely manner.   The professional practice criteria for 5B. Team management are PP1.1 Agreed team objectives and ways of working to achieve the vision and goals of a project. PP1.2 Evaluated the maturity level of the team. PP1.3 Adopted a proactive approach to communication to establish networks of support and facilitate effective ownership of delegated tasks. PP1.4 Built a relationship of trust and support, taking into consideration the possible complexities of collaboration, virtual working, time zones and cultures. PP1.5 Met the demands of a project through balancing individual and team needs. PP1.6 Provided opportunities for coaching and/or mentoring to members of a team, creating an environment of learning and trust thus promoting continual professional development.  PP1.7 Addressed performance issues likely to negatively impact on the success of a project whilst remaining alert to any signs of stress within the team. PP1.8 Acknowledged levels of performance through constructive feedback to individuals and teams and celebrated success when evident. PP1.9 Established a learning culture and promoted continued professional development.    For more guidance on the Association for Project Management Chartered Project Professional (ChPP), or any other project management training, please visit www.parallelprojecttraining.com or call 0118 321 5030.