3 experts have described difficult decisions they had to take in one project.
Now think about what was important for them in taking the decision the took. Would they act differently in a different context? Why?
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Circumstances and the nature of the project determine the action of the project manager. Many things affect the decisions taken by a project manager- financial resources, social, climatic factors as well as cultural factors. The ability to adapt to change,and if necessary, develop a contingency plan, makes a project manager capable of handling whatever challenge(s) faced at every point in time.
Another factor to be considered is the response from the stakeholders to the changes observed in the execution of the project. Once the project manager informs the stakeholder (s) of the challenge(s), the response obtained will also determine the next course of action to be taken.
These three experts all had different experiences that required them to act in different ways. As a project manager, the decisions you make on different projects will differ. A project manager should always be prepared to make decisions, even difficult ones, which would ultimately help them achieve the goal or goals of the project which is the most important. A project manager should be open to collaborations and compromise and also be able to be transparent and honest while communicating effectively.
The main goal for each of them was achieving the main goal of the project which they did, despite the hurdles and setbacks. I think they would ascot the say way if in a different context, because like I said the main aim is to get the job done, have contingency plans ahead and making sure they are stated clearly and everyone understands.
A project manager has to take decisions which is usually based on the issues or situations at a particular project at the time,the key is to be able to compromise and find the most favorable option for all the parties involved. it is also necessary to pull the plug on the project if that is the best route to take for all the stakeholders involved in the project.
A project manager might have to act differently than they did in the past, that is because every project is different no matter how similar it may be, and also the priority level of the project at the time.
They had to act differently because each of them has well-outlined specific goals they had to achieve, bearing in mind they are serving in different capacities, and the decisions each makes have an impact on the overall project goals. That is why teamwork and diversity come into play here.
I think they all make the right decision as a project manager, which helps the team achieve success at the end of the project.
Project managers act differently based on the situation on ground, every challenge is unique, the response to the challenge should be based on what’s to be done to achieve the set goal. It about carrying stakeholders along and managing resources effectively.
The most important things is getting the project done safely and timely. Despite the issues or difficulties encountered, they all discussed, found solution and moved ahead
Nobody want wish to terminate a project because you have wasted a lots of time but meeting with the team concerning a difficult deal and manage it is a good decision
One thing that was important was the best way forward at ensuring the project continues and there is value delivered. The ability of a project manager to handle impediments is key which was what they did.
What is important is ego be dropped when discussing to find solution to a situation.
All parties involved must come to round table to discuss about the steps to take to find solution to the problem.
The PM must come to the level of the team