- Just like MC Escher's famous lithograph, "Drawing Hands", organizations have a dual nature. One one side, the organization needs solid execution skills to sustain its hectic pace. On the other, it needs strong strategic planning skills to move in the right direction. Erik Hamburger of Ambidexter Management knows this and provides outstanding resources on keeping both sides of the company picture-perfect.

- As I navigate the waters of social media, I run into people who are truly remarkable in terms of their knowledge and deep understanding of today's communication vehicles. Andrew Kolyvas is such a man. A veteran internet marketing professional, he has a very impressive knowledge of the inner workings of SEO, Wordpress, Web 2.0 tools and their interconnectedness. You won't find pie-in-the-sky ideas with Andrew. Practical, consistent and reliable; his methods and advice deliver.

- Despite a tremendous increase in recent years of PMI and similar certifications, projects continue to fail. Knowingly picking up a struggling project and dragging it back from red takes a special kind of tough. That's just what Todd Williams is. In his Back From Red blog, Todd presents seasoned advice on preventing project failure, and provides great articles on what to do when things look like they're about to come crashing down.

- Communication. The lack of which is arguably the single biggest cause of project failure. As projects become increasingly complex, the number of possible places missed communication can stall a project increases exponentially. It takes a savvy mind to navigate those waters, ensuring the right message gets to the right person at the right time. Luckily, there's Jo Ann Sweeney. For outstanding advice on how to keep communication flowing, subscribe to her newsletter.

- Project management isn't just for the big banks and insurance companies. It's for everyone, no matter how small or informal. In fact, smaller environments generally have fewer resources at their disposal to lose if things go wrong. Max Walker understands this. His blog is full of useful articles on project management practices "for the rest of us".

- Dondi Scumaci's passion on leadership, ownership and personal success is catching. Reading her books and watching the videos on her site, it becomes clear that success is a consequence of being your own person rather than trying to fit a mold that others create for you. Dondi is a truly inspirational author and I am honored to have her as a Twitter friend.

- Lindsay Scott and Dan Strayer are the creative minds behind Arras People's long-running blog, "How to Manage a Camel". Stuffed to the brim with years of thought-provoking articles, humour, and insightful discussions, "The Camel" (as it's affectionately called) is about promoting better group thinking and a way of bringing together lots of conflicting opinions around the subject of project management. Lindsay and Dan's blog is an essential tool for anyone interested in the art and science of PM!

- After so many years of jaded stakeholders, It's really refreshing to meet someone who's really paying attention. Recently I had the pleasure of discovering Jason Martin's management blog. In almost every post, he raises interesting questions and presents multiple points of view on the point of discussion. I'm a faithful reader of his very well-written, well-presented articles, and am pleased to present a link to his work here.

- Michiko Diby has been around the block. When I look for blogs on project management, one of the things I like to see are posts that show a little weary experience behind the constructive spin. I know exactly how it is--and I want to connect with the author. As project managers, we're often expected to be clairvoyant. We aren't, but we do the best we can. As we learn, we find better ways that work for us. Michiko, thanks for lending us yours.

- Susan de Sousa is about delivery. Tough as nails and smart as a whip, she has a deserved reputation for delivering the high profile projects which must be delivered. No excuses allowed! You won't find Susan leaning on her processes if they're not working--she'll throw them out and adopt new ones before anyone else realizes there's a problem. Visit her site for no-nonsense, rock solid advice on how to get your projects done.

- Sonia di Maulo is a spirited writer with a simple message: "Feedback works". Many of us isolate ourselves in pursuit of our individual goals. While we're never truly alone, we often feel like we are. Offering inspiring feedback to those around us develops bonds that we can lean on when things seem bleak. Feedback builds trust and inspires confidence. It creates a two-way flow of strength. Business needs leaders who can inspire. Look no further than Sonia.

- In this age of cast-in-stone processes and rigid methodologies, finding someone who constantly challenges "what's right" is increasingly becoming a rare commodity. Derek Huether is such a person. Reading his blog, you'll find his own points of view tempered with those of other professionals in the project management field, making for a healthy balance. Boldly walk that fine line that is The Critical Path.