Personal leadership refers to the ability of an individual to lead and guide themselves towards their personal and professional goals. It involves self-awareness, self-regulation, self-motivation, and the ability to continuously learn and grow. Personal leadership skills are crucial for personal development and success, as they allow individuals to set clear goals, make decisions, and take action to achieve their desired outcomes. It also helps individuals to manage their thoughts, emotions, and behavior effectively, creating a positive impact on their life and the lives of those around them. Ultimately, personal leadership is about taking control of one’s life and being proactive in shaping one’s future.
In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, IT project managers must be equipped to work with a diverse, multi-generational workforce while utilizing the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and digitalization. In order to deliver outstanding results, IT project managers must be able to effectively manage the challenges posed by a diverse, multi-generational workforce.
One such challenge is technology adoption, which varies among different generations. As noted in “Project Management for the Generation X and Y Workers: A Study on Technology Adoption” by Pernille Eskerod and Linda J. Novak (2010), IT project managers must be able to understand these differences in order to effectively manage their teams. Additionally, managing virtual teams is becoming increasingly common, and as described in “Managing Virtual Teams: Getting the Best from Wired Workers” by David Cleland and James R. Barker (2004), IT project managers must be able to get the best out of “wired” workers.
To overcome these challenges, IT project managers must possess the necessary leadership skills. As noted in “Managing Generations: Unlocking the Power of the Multi-Generational Workforce” by Chip Conley (2010), IT project managers must understand the values and motivations of each generation, and be able to communicate effectively with all team members. Additionally, in “The New Leaders: Transforming the Art of Leadership” by Daniel Goleman, Richard Boyatzis, and Annie McKee (2007), the authors emphasize the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in successful leadership.
To deliver outstanding results in the era of digitalization, IT project managers must also have a deep understanding of both project management methodologies and technology trends. “Project Management for the 21st Century” by Hung Q. Nguyen (2015) discusses how project management must evolve to meet the needs of the digital age. Furthermore, in “Successful IT Project Delivery: A Practical Guide to Improved Performance” by Richard Bermingham and Guy Brown (2010), the authors offer practical advice on how to improve project performance and deliver projects on time and within budget.
In conclusion, IT project managers today must be innovative leaders who are able to effectively manage the challenges posed by a diverse, multi-generational workforce and leverage the latest technology trends. By understanding the motivations and values of each generation, communicating effectively, and having a deep understanding of project management methodologies and technology trends, IT project managers can deliver outstanding results in the era of digitalization and artificial intelligence.
References:
Conley, C. (2010). Managing Generations: Unlocking the Power of the Multi-Generational Workforce. John Wiley & Sons.
Bermingham, R. and Brown, G. (2010). Successful IT Project Delivery: A Practical Guide to Improved Performance. John Wiley & Sons.
Cleland, D. and Barker, J. R. (2004). Managing Virtual Teams: Getting the Best from Wired Workers. John Wiley & Sons.
Eskerod, P. and Novak, L. J. (2010). Project Management for the Generation X and Y Workers: A Study on Technology Adoption. Project Management Institute.
Goleman, D., Boyatzis, R., and McKee, A. (2007). The New Leaders: Transforming the Art of Leadership. Harvard Business Review Press.
Nguyen, H. Q. (2015). Project Management for the 21st Century. John Wiley & Sons.
Phillips, J. (2005). IT Project Management: On Track from Start to Finish. Course Technology.
