Project Management

Some of mistakes MUST be avoided

Unrealistic deadlines

Failure to get executive buy-in
 i.e. have someone from upper-level management actually own the project

Scope changes

No system for approving or tracking project changes

Failure to manage risk

Poor communication and collaboration

Uninvolved stakeholders

Undefined goals and objectives

To Do WHEN project requirement Change

Keep your project requests separate from your scope requests

Implement a change approval process and keep a scope change log

Use online collaboration and communication  tools

 

Motivating Project Management Teams

Keeping your team focused and moving forward with your project is vital, but it can be hard to do. Motivation is the key here, and a lack of it can spell doom for any project.


Communicate - Good communication is vital for a number of things, including ensuring that your team members all understand their roles and responsibilities, as well as for providing encouragement and feedback throughout the duration of the project. Communication with team members and with stakeholders is of immense importance.

Educate Them

Offer Rewards

Be Informal

Foster Creativity - Let share ideas, brainstorm and try new things to see what works

Give Your Project a Reality Check

Does the Project have Sufficient Team Resources to Meet Deadlines?

Is the Project Budget Still on Target?

Has the Scope of the Project Changed?