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\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClear, proven solutions for virtual project management challenges\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProjects Without Boundaries\u003c/i\u003e offers project managers a clear framework for bringing both project management practices and project team leadership principles to the virtual space. Written by a team of authors with years of experience managing nationally and internationally distributed teams, this book provides a suite of best practices, checklists, and actionable strategies for managing a project and building a high-performing team in a virtual and multicultural environment. Real-world examples illustrate the application of the concepts discussed, and the \u003ci\u003eVirtual Project Readiness Assessment \u003c/i\u003efacilitates both team evaluation and transformation planning for virtual project management improvement. Each chapter focuses on the critical challenges encountered while managing virtual projects and details proven solutions that improve a virtual organization, boost project performance, and facilitate positive outcomes.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlobalization and technological advances have merged to create dynamic, productive teams that work together from around the globe; this opportunity can bring great difficulty for project managers, who must negotiate hurdles that no not exist on traditional projects. This book provides ready-made solutions specific to distributed and multicultural teams, to help you achieve the full potential of the global talent pool.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOvercome common challenges of virtual projects with distributed teams\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNavigate complex team dynamics to ensure effective collaboration\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork seamlessly across borders, time zones, and cultures\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetermine optimal virtual communication and collaboration tools\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply traditional project management practices in a virtual setting\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA team fails or thrives on the strength of its management. Fitting the group's needs, expectations, personalities, and skills into a cohesive whole is seldom simple -- and distance adds an additional layer of complexity. \u003ci\u003eProjects Without Boundaries\u003c/i\u003e provides expert guidance on keeping it together, with proven practices, tools, and virtual team leadership strategies.\u003c/p\u003e |