What’s More Important: Setting or Getting Expectations for Projects?
When managing projects, expectations are key.But which is more important—setting or getting them?While both matter, getting expectations has the edge.GETTING EXPECTATIONS involves gathering and clarifying stakeholder needs and goals. Without this foundation, you risk...I have noticed and maybe you have too issues usually stem from one of three areas: People, Process, or Tools.
People:Problems due to inadequate training or miscommunication.Process:Inefficient or outdated procedures.Tools:Outdated or unsuitable technology.By identifying these categories of root causes, you can then ask good questions to better define the problem so you can...What we know we don’t know is scary, but what about what we don’t know we don’t know?
These aspects that are unknown to you and others are represented in the Unknown Area of the Johari Window.Project teams should be exploring new ways of working to actively seek growth opportunities.Here are three strategies to uncover hidden strengths and potential...Sometimes, one kickoff meeting isn’t enough for your projects.
Certain events or situations in a project may prompt the need for an additional kickoff (often called a “re-kickoff” or “reset” meeting).These situations usually involve significant changes or new phases that could impact the project’s...Are you still executing your risk assessments with a few people?
Involving your whole team in risk assessment offers much greater value than leaving it to just a couple of people. Here’s why: Diverse Perspectives: Each team member brings unique insights, helping identify a broader range of risks. Different backgrounds mean...