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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The three project managers handled the project based on what the present situation was,termination of project,clients not happy with previous project and needed to compromise a bit just to meet their target,communication issues,they are issues that just needed to be way,failures set in at some point in a project and it is a motivation to go back to the drawing board ,reanalyse and get it done by any means necessary in a legal way.That is another different context I feel they can use even if they are to act differently.
i think each handled their challenges based on the context or the situation they found themselves, and might require another approach if the situation was changed but what was important in all three approaches was that each kept the goals and objectives of the project foremost in mind and priority and also were able to harmonize the differing team members or stakeholders making sure that each is committed to the completion of the projects
Based on the scenarios/Experiences of the Project managers,they would not have acted differently as they all had the same pivotal focus. Ensuring that what was best for the project was executed and being able to reach a favourable compromise amongst the different stakeholders involved which in turn ensured the smooth running of the project.
The most important and similar the about the three of them is the fact that they all focus on the goal of the project by adapting and embracing challenges and finding solutions to them to see to the success of the project.
In the course of making these difficult decisions, one thing was peculiar to the three scenarios which is the drive and focus on the goal . They all aimed at getting resolutions, explored all available resources in making sure the problem was solved, although they were difficult decisions but in the end the decisions supported the goals of the project. Another thing that was important was communication; passing and receiving information in real time. Sourcing for feedbacks and making sure every stakeholder involved were well informed in the course of taking those decisions.
Judging all the scenarios, I do not think they would have done anything differently as all decision were made careful and based on the context of the situation at hand.
One of the experts had the issue of making a compromise in the course of executing the project. Compromises are sometimes necessary to achieve set goals of a project, and in such times it is important to maintain constant communication on the issues at hand with your team.
But what was important for all three expert is the drive to see their projects completed and leave their client satisfied
One of the experts had the challenges of language barrier and communication is a very important aspect of project management. it was important for him to take the decision he took in order to carryout a successful project. Communication helps to bring the team together and foster a positive relationship with one another. I don’t think he would have acted differently
ALISON UMELO
One common factor the three speakers displayed was to ensure that the goal of the project is met as planned, by exploring all options available to them in dealing with problems/challenges that might lead to early termination of project.
In another development, the speakers took a different approach in handling some difficult issues they face at different levels of the project. Some of these issues received adequate support from responsible stakeholder who are willing to accept responsibility, while in other situation the responsible stakeholder failed to meet up with their responsibility which eventually lead early project termination.
Furthermore, the three speakers recognized different races, genders involved in their project and hence, ensured their human rights are respected, valuing their opinions helped in reducing conflicts that has the potentials to disrupt the progress of the project.
ALISON UMELO
Cohort 17, Team 2
Peter Benedict
What was important for all of them was the fact that the three of them are focusing on the goal of the project instead of dwelling on the challenges and may end up terminating the project prematurely and they were able to take the challenges out of the way by doing what they have to, to achieve the desire goal at the end.
What was important for all three speakers is ensuring the goal of the project was met and the projects being executed successfully. They were able to achieve this goal by being adaptable in the sense of embracing new changes and challenging themselves to grow and adapt.
Being fast thinkers and having problem solving skills
Having good teamspirit and collaborating with other stakeholders
Having emotional intelligence and empathy, especially during situations where other team members had differences in opinions. They were able to listen and understand every members view, analyze and try to remind the team of the core values of the project and find possible solutions and way forward.
In a different context, they might’ve acted differently due to the differences in stakeholders influence and expectations, personal values, organizational culture, resource realignment