A Project Manager’s Guiding Principles

• Lead by example
• Constantly communicate a sense of urgency
• Know your scope, manage it relentlessly
• Report the past – Manage the future
• Know your governance model and use it appropriately
• Keep on track with the weekly control cycle
• Manage your stakeholders proactively
• Escalate high-priority issues early
• Keep your focus on the end game
• The plan is your map, ensure you know where you are

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