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Summary: Beyond belief
Review: I had high hopes for this book. Essentially, the book discusses how a project manager can enhance others perceptions of themselves through Ajani's recomendations.In terms of literary content, the text is infused with spelling and grammatical errors. After reading the entire book, I could not recall ever having seen a formal publication with so many errors. At times, it took many re-readings to understand what Mr. Ajani was trying say. In terms of project management content, the books somewhat scoffs at the CPM and PERT techniques, and recommends other 'extreme' approaches. The problem with the other approaches is that they focus more on office politics, personality manipulations of your 'style', and using the so-called ' extreme project management' techniques to get through difficult phases of the program. I saw nothing 'extreme' about the techniques represented. Personally, I would not want to try and explain Mr. Ajani's 'extreme' techniques to a high level executive if perchance the program I was managing fell into trouble. All in all, the book was a waste of time, money and thought.
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Summary: Don't buy this book!
Review: I have been a project manager for almost 15 years and this may actually take the prize as the worst book on project management I have ever read. It is lame. It is beyond lame. If you have a half a day of your life to waste, buy this book otherwise buy anything else. If you are looking for a pm style like 'leave a meeting early because it will make you look important', by all means buy this book; it is chockfull of such pithy comments.
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Summary: EXPERIENCED PROJECT MANAGERS ONLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Review: I may be limiting Mr. Ajani's book by by saying "for experienced Project Managers only". But I really had to read this book twice, before it really hit me. Giving this book a cursory glance will be more harmful then good, but do not let this fact set you out from reading this "out of this world" Management book. Keep in mind that this is, in fact, an "extreme" book. Henry Jocobs
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Summary: PHILOSOPHICAL & RADICAL!!!!!!!!
Review: I probably could not put into words a book such as this. I can see how a new Project Manager can pick up this book, and think it is a manual of some sort. This book is NOT meant for newbies and greens. This is a hardcore book for seasoned PM's only. Having said this, now you can read this, even if you are green :) If you are so, then you will find humor and insight. But beware how you use it! Enjoy! Harry T.
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Summary: WAAAAY OUT THERE
Review: I read the book with a skeptic's eye, based on the mixed review this book has been getting from all around the world. I did pick up some interesting points. Although, the meshed-in look of the book, with the absurd "ideas" for Project Manager is not very realistic, I think the book has a solid ground on theoritical aspects. I liked very much the Review Techniques, as I can completely relate to it, and it is nice to have some advice on the "people" perspective. All in all, I can;t say that this is the best book on Project Management, but if you lay your prejudjments aside, it can be a very very interesting read. Patrick J.
London 2004
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Summary: Different then before
Review: In my many years of PMing, I have come across many differnet methodologies. This one takes the cake. Although it could offend some, who are not used to the incredible fast pace of the American corporate system, the ideas are sound. You HAVE to survive. Don't buy this book, if you are not looking to change your habits and managing techniques in a dramatic manner. Harry Tribune
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Summary: Not your standard management book
Review: This book has many new ideas, has well put together but somewhat short chapters and the author uses a more laymens approach to his theories. His ideas are more real world, not textbook examples. I recommend reading it just because it not your standard management book. Also check out Rat Race Relaxer: You r Potential & The Maze of Life by JoAnna Carey for practical, easy to implement tips to survive the rat race.
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Summary: WAAAAY OUT THERE
Review: This is positively the worst book I have ever read. The only thing extreme about this book is the claim that it actually discusses project management. The book's main point is that the Project Manager is the most important person in the world. The key to running a successful project is simply to convince the rest of the world of your endless importance. Well, that and making sure you leave long before the project is due, as the author explains on page 10. The author has an interesting view on meetings as well. Firstly all meetings are too long. Period. Now this may be true. It makes perfect sense to keep meetings as succinct as possible. But are you really going to accomplish this by supplying plenty of coffee and tea (p24), so as to focus the participants on their desire for a bathroom? Don't forget the fruit juice, for the occasional sod that doesn't drink coffee. And do nip from your cup regularly, to set the example! I sympathize with those readers who finished this book. I couldn't. Neither could the editor apparently. Spelling errors and worse accompany you from page 11 and onward. Oh well, the book has one thing to teach you. If you ever find yourself in a project managed by Shaun Ajani, then run, don't walk.
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Summary: Hmmmmmm.... Odd odd odd.
Review: This was certainly a book that I will not forget soon. Although there were some glaring mistakes (in my humble opinion), I got enough out this book to make it worth it. The Review technique was particularly powerful. In the organizaiotn that I am, it would come in handy. The budget section needs some work. But all in all, an enlightning read. Deserves a better rank then it has now.
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