Introducing a new book series by Jay Barnet Ress!

You can work in any field and be at any stage of your career. In today’s economy you need the ability to organize and lead a project.

This series is the one source you need for professional PM and Leadership skills:

The Project Management Edge: How to lead any project to success

A simple, hands-on way to learn the highly sought-after and incredibly useful art and science of project management. Available in print and kindle:

About the author and content

Jay Barnet Ress is a PMI subject matter expert who has decades of experience consulting, training, and serving as PM on mission-critical projects.

The Project Management Edge has been extensively taught at some of the top organizations in IT, Healthcare, Finance, Aerospace, Universities, Telecom, Entertainment, Publishing, Consulting, Automotive, Manufacturing, Government Agencies, and PMI. This unique learning experience is now presented in an easy-to-follow and enjoyable reading experience, one that is loaded with practical skills anyone can understand and apply.

How does it work?

If you have participated in an Outset Group workshop, the approach will sound familiar:

Pick a project (it can be anything you want to accomplish, simple or complex). Then apply a set of proven methods to position people and processes for success. As you read, you will lead your project on an efficient journey to mission accomplished.

There are twenty-eight worksheets included with this series, so you can apply what you are reading to your selected project. Keep in mind that you are not just applying project management best practices to deliver a win for your project. You are also internalizing these skills so you can take on any future project that comes your way. You are forging yourself into a proactive servant-leader who leans into their role as change agent and consistently uses best practices to add value every step of the way.

Aligned with PMI, IIBA, and Scrum Alliance

The series is intended as an adjunct to the PMI, IIBA, and Scrum Alliance models. It is written so that entry-level folks can jump right in and more experienced readers will be able to push their performance to the next level.

License this program for training and PMO support

PMO, HR, and training leaders; we can teach this comprehensive project management solution to your personnel. Or you can license the material and we will train your trainers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if this approach will work for me?

Always a good question. First, think about the fact that you are going to take a project that you select from your world, and lead it to success. So everything you read should be relevant to your experience and goals. Second, the entire time you are working on your project, you are also gaining experience with the mindset and skills of a professional project manager.

Want more proof that this can work for you? Here is a link to

The PM Edge Worksheet 1: Select Your Project.

Click the above link to open the worksheet. It will guide you to select a project to work on as you read. With your project in hand, you are ready to go.

How do I purchase this series?

The book is available in print and Kindle format on Amazon.com. Click on this link to order your copy:

Are the worksheets included in the price of the book?

Yes! Once you have a 17-digit Amazon purchase order number, you can download the worksheets from this website (www.thepmedge.net). Please remember to add the dashes to your order number when you enter it.

Can I read the book and not do the worksheets?

Absolutely. The worksheets will help you apply what you are reading, but you can simply read The Project Management Edge and apply these insights as you like.

I am a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with PMI. What does The Project Management Edge offer me?

1. A better understanding of the PMI PMBOK Guide in practical terms.
2. The ability to apply PMI methods and tools to your project using the worksheets included with the book.
3. Insight into the leadership and communication methods that make a successful project manager.
4. A program of personal development to strengthen your abilities in areas such as assertiveness, facilitation, team management, and acting as a change agent.
5. PDU’s (Professional Development Units) that you can earn by either reading the book, or by using The Project Management Edge as the basis for a structured learning experience approved by PMI for PDU credit.

I would like to set up a training program within my organization to teach The Project Management Edge to our employees. How would I do that?

Contact us at communication@outsetgroup.com to explore training and/or license for your organization.