Consulting Skills for a Project Environment

You have suppliers, employer groups and both internal and external clients. Add to the mix legislators, regulators, vendors, competitors, industry groups and various coalitions, and you have an intricate web of influence-makers and stakeholders to deal with. Don't forget the people you collaborate with everyday inside your own organisation. Building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with these key players can make the difference in your ability to meet your business and career goals. This is where consulting skills and behaviours become critical to the Project and Programme Manager as businesses look to facilitate future success. Whether it is dealing with internal or external clients, there is a need to deliver a trusted advisor service that enhances business options. It is, therefore, essential for you to focus on building your skills as a consultant.