What do top project managers do to maximize their sphere of influence within a project team?

The correct answer is D. Demonstrate superior relationship and communication skills while displaying a positive attitude. The sphere of influence is maximized through interpersonal effectiveness-strong relationship-building and communication skills combined with a positive attitude are the core traits that earn trust and respect within a team, which is the foundation of influence. Option A relates t

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Question

What do top project managers do to maximize their sphere of influence within a project team?

Options

AConsider management standards, economic factors, and sustainability strategies
BContribute knowledge and expertise to others within the profession
CAddress political and strategic issues that impact the project's visibility or quality
DDemonstrate superior relationship and communication skills while displaying a positive attitude

How the community answered

(55 responses)

A
2% (1)
B
2% (1)
C
2% (1)
D
95% (52)

Explanation

The sphere of influence is maximized through interpersonal effectiveness-strong relationship-building and communication skills combined with a positive attitude are the core traits that earn trust and respect within a team, which is the foundation of influence. Option A relates to strategic considerations, B relates to professional contribution outside the project, and C relates to organizational politics. None of these directly maximize a PM's interpersonal influence within the project team the way D does.

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#Leadership#Communication Skills#Interpersonal Skills#Influence

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