Declaring someone a project manager, giving them leadership and benefits with everyone working under that person,can actually lead to projects that fail or take too long to complete. If you re-organize your projects removing the person from a controlling project manager, but instead having them help and encourage everyone involved in the project, you will notice that your projects are completed in a timely and successful manner. This article will show you how to get this done.
Key Takeaways:
- Be realistic about the amount of time a project will take
- Create a project charter and a project plan to make expectations and assignments clear
- Use an Excel dashboard so team members can see what each other are working on
“A few simple, minimal techniques can help you manage your projects more effectively.”