Book excerpt: In Projectland, Knowing the Players is Essential ​ Because people will make or break your success on a project, it's worth investing the time to get the people part right. And just like any game, you need to know the roles and rules to win. After reading this book, you will: - Understand why Projectland is different from business-as-usual - Speak the language of professional project managers related to roles and responsibilities on projects - Recognize key project roles and where you fit in Projectland - Organize stakeholders into fun categories that will aid your communication strategies - Know what to do to get the right people in the right roles and focused on the win Through clever animal avatars and colorful stories, you'll gain practical insights about the players you'll face. Plus, by magnifying your people power, you will exponentially improve your ability to navigate the tricky terrain of Projectland with confidence. ​ Dawn Mahan, PMP is an award-winning consultant, sought-after international speaker, C-suite advisor, inventor of ProjectFlo®, founder of PMOtraining.com, and has trained thousands of professionals around the world.