The most meticulously scheduled and organized project can be disrupted by one element: people! Most project management activities (whether constructing a new building or launching a new product) are run by workplace teams -- and teams can get out of hand. This book gives project managers the skills they need to create high-performing project teams, including how to:

** understand the basics of human behavior and motivation ** turn a "group of people" into a functioning project "team" ** lead the team effectively and help manage decision making ** develop the team's level of sophistication and abilities -- and continually improve both ** promote innovation and creativity (and keep meetings fun) ** deal with problem team members and resolve conflicts

The book shows how to get teams excited, committed, and performing at their best. That's a successful project!