How to Succeed as Project Manager

What are the principles to steer Project Manager?

• Be conscious of what you are doing.
• Invest heavily in frontend spade work.
• Anticipate the problems that inevitably arise. These includes:

• Missing interim milestones
• Having resources withdrawn midstream.
• Team members are not up to the mark.
• Project objectives altered midstream.
• Falling behind schedule.
• Over budget.
• Losing motivation etc.

• Be as flexible as possible.

What are seven ways to succeed as Project Manager?

• Learn to use project management tools effectively.iphone
• Be able to give & receive criticism.
• Be receptive to new procedures.
• Manage your time well.
• Be effective in conducting meetings.
• Polish your decision making skills.
• Maintain sense of humor. OR
• Project managers who succeed are able to effectively give and receive criticism, know how to conduct a meeting, maintain a sense of humor, manage their time well, are open to new procedures, and use project management support tools effectively.