1. 1 G. Team Management – A few ideas (very briefly) The following slides are not in any sense intended to be a complete account of project team management. Due to shortage of time we just present an outline of a few ideas on motivation and leadership. This may be used as a starting point for those interested in finding out more.

2. 2 G. Team Management – A few ideas (very briefly) Motivation The following figure (Yeates & Cadle) presents Maslow’s well known model or characterisation of what motivates people. Most (many?) people, Maslow says, prioritise satisfaction of needs at a lower level over those at the next higher level. This model may be used by a manager as a guide or tool in helping to understand how to get the best out of team members.

3. 3 G. Team Management – A few ideas (very briefly) Leadership The following figure (Yeates & Cadle) suggests that an effective Project Manager or Team Leader should have the ability to satisfy the three areas of need as much as possible:

4. 4 G. Team Management – A few ideas (very briefly) Leadership The following figure (Yeates & Cadle) identifies various leadership styles (due to Tannenbaum & Schmidt) which Project Managers (and Team Members!) should be aware of:

5. 5 G. Team Management – A few ideas (very briefly) Leadership In conclusion, one large study has shown that people admire the following qualities in a leader: –Honesty –Competence –Forward looking –Inspiring This should give Project Managers some guidance on their approach!