PMO Bookshelf


PMO Bookshelf: Highly Reviewed Recommendations for Project Managers

1. Project Management Foundations

  1. "A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)" – PMI
    Why read: The foundational industry standard; essential reference for certified PMs.

  2. "Making Things Happen" – Scott Berkun
    Why read: Action-oriented insights from a former Microsoft PM; great for day-to-day leadership.

  3. "Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager" – Kory Kogon, Suzette Blakemore, James Wood
    Why read: Accessible guide for those managing projects without formal authority or training.

  4. "The Fast Forward MBA in Project Management" – Eric Verzuh
    Why read: A well-rounded, practical introduction to PM tools, techniques, and trends.

2. Agile, Scrum, Lean & Modern Delivery

  1. "Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time" – Jeff Sutherland
    Why read: Highly readable intro to Scrum’s power and principles.

  2. "Agile Estimating and Planning" – Mike Cohn
    Why read: A definitive guide for managing scope, schedules, and teams in Agile projects.

  3. "Kanban: Successful Evolutionary Change for Your Technology Business" – David J. Anderson
    Why read: Practical roadmap for applying Kanban to improve flow and predictability.

  4. "Lean Software Development" – Mary & Tom Poppendieck
    Why read: Insightful connection between Lean thinking and Agile software practices.

  5. "The Phoenix Project" – Gene Kim, Kevin Behr, George Spafford
    Why read: A business novel that reveals how DevOps and systems thinking drive successful project delivery.

3. Leadership & Soft Skills

  1. "Crucial Conversations" – Patterson, Grenny, McMillan, Switzler
    Why read: Learn to navigate high-stakes conversations with confidence and clarity.

  2. "Drive" – Daniel H. Pink
    Why read: Deep dive into intrinsic motivation—vital for leading and inspiring teams.

  3. "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" – Patrick Lencioni
    Why read: Essential reading on trust, accountability, and team performance.

  4. "Radical Candor" – Kim Scott
    Why read: Helps PMs deliver direct feedback while maintaining relationships.

  5. "Emotional Intelligence 2.0" – Travis Bradberry & Jean Greaves
    Why read: Build awareness and regulation of emotions to improve leadership and collaboration.

4. Written Communication

  1. "On Writing Well" – William Zinsser
    Why read: Teaches clear, confident writing for any professional situation.

  2. "Everybody Writes" – Ann Handley
    Why read: Modern take on writing effectively for digital, business, and stakeholder communication.

  3. "Writing That Works" – Kenneth Roman & Joel Raphaelson
    Why read: Focuses on persuasive, results-driven business writing.

  4. "The Pyramid Principle" – Barbara Minto
    Why read: Provides a framework for structuring complex ideas with clarity and logic.

5. Presentation & Verbal Communication

  1. "Talk Like TED" – Carmine Gallo
    Why read: Learn secrets behind captivating and memorable presentations.

  2. "Presentation Zen" – Garr Reynolds
    Why read: Design-focused guidance on crafting clean, audience-friendly slides.

  3. "Slide:ology" – Nancy Duarte
    Why read: Teaches storytelling and design for persuasive presentation visuals.

  4. "Confessions of a Public Speaker" – Scott Berkun
    Why read: Honest and practical advice to boost confidence and presence on stage.

  5. "Steal the Show" – Michael Port
    Why read: Helps PMs shine in high-stakes communication moments—interviews, meetings, pitches.



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