Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers

About the Author

Anthony Mersino, PMP, PMI-ACP, is an Agile Transformation Coach and IT Program Manager with over 27 years of experience in delivering large-scale business solutions. His impressive clientele includes Abbott Labs, IBM, Unisys, ARAMARK, and Wolters Kluwer, among others. Additionally, he has provided Enterprise Agile Coaching for institutions such as The Carlyle Group, Bank of America, Hayneedle, and Blue Cross BlueShield of North Dakota. Residing in Chicago, Illinois, Mersino is dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of project management through the application of emotional intelligence.

Main Idea

In "Emotional Intelligence for Project Managers," Anthony Mersino emphasizes the critical role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in achieving outstanding results in project management. The book argues that effective people management goes beyond mere supervision—it involves understanding and managing emotions to foster a productive and collaborative environment. By leveraging EQ, project managers can improve their interpersonal skills, lead and coach Agile teams effectively, and transform project outcomes from satisfactory to exceptional.