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As a Project Manager, have you ever had the luxury of telling a project stakeholder, I told you so
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Navigating 'I Told You So' Moments: Leading with Grace in Project Management
In this episode, we discuss the challenges project managers face when their foresight is proven right but they need to stay humble. We explore how to lead with grace amidst communication breakdowns, resource constraints, and team accountability issues. Learn actionable advice on fostering active listening, improving onboarding processes, and maintaining cross-functional team alignment. Stay tuned as we also highlight the importance of effective risk assessment and training. Join us for an insightful discussion on being a supportive leader who prioritizes team growth and success over personal validation.
00:00 Introduction: Staying Humble as a Project Manager
01:23 The Temptation of 'I Told You So' Moments
01:40 Predicting Project Delays Due to Inadequate Resources
03:40 The Importance of Active Listening
05:47 Encouraging Initiative and Accountability
08:27 Dealing with Stakeholder Resistance to Change
10:23 The Value of Proper Onboarding
13:10 Cross-Functional Team Alignment
14:40 Addressing Communication Bottlenecks
16:33 The Necessity of Comprehensive Training
19:35 Bonus: Ignoring Risk Assessment
19:55 Transformational Recommendations and Conclusion
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