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What is a key responsibility of a project manager?
What is a key responsibility of a project manager?
- To deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specifications (correct)
- To continuously improve their decision-making skills
- To prepare financial reports for the team
- To ensure personal work/life balance
Which of the following is essential for building a successful project team?
Which of the following is essential for building a successful project team?
- Recruiting only junior staff for cost management
- Assigning tasks without team input
- Ensuring team members have various skill sets (correct)
- Limiting communication within the team
What technique can help improve presentation skills according to the content?
What technique can help improve presentation skills according to the content?
- Avoiding body language during presentations
- Engaging the audience to spark interaction (correct)
- Reading directly from notes
- Spending minimal time on preparation
What is a recommended way to manage nerves before a presentation?
What is a recommended way to manage nerves before a presentation?
Which body language technique is encouraged during a presentation?
Which body language technique is encouraged during a presentation?
How should a project manager approach task management?
How should a project manager approach task management?
Which action is recommended to achieve professional development?
Which action is recommended to achieve professional development?
How can audience participation enhance a presentation?
How can audience participation enhance a presentation?
What is the term used for uncontrolled expansion of a project's scope?
What is the term used for uncontrolled expansion of a project's scope?
What should a presenter avoid doing if they forget something during their presentation?
What should a presenter avoid doing if they forget something during their presentation?
What is a good practice for improving your presentation skills?
What is a good practice for improving your presentation skills?
Which of the following is NOT emphasized as part of delivering successful presentations?
Which of the following is NOT emphasized as part of delivering successful presentations?
What impact does practicing a presentation have on a presenter's confidence?
What impact does practicing a presentation have on a presenter's confidence?
What does the content suggest about recognizing personal achievements?
What does the content suggest about recognizing personal achievements?
What should a presenter do at the end of their presentation?
What should a presenter do at the end of their presentation?
For virtual presentations, what is one vital aspect to focus on?
For virtual presentations, what is one vital aspect to focus on?
What does scope creep refer to in project management?
What does scope creep refer to in project management?
What is a crucial step to prevent scope creep?
What is a crucial step to prevent scope creep?
How should a project leader demonstrate a strong work ethic?
How should a project leader demonstrate a strong work ethic?
At what stage in a project is it typically most costly to implement changes?
At what stage in a project is it typically most costly to implement changes?
What is a recommended strategy for a successful project outcome?
What is a recommended strategy for a successful project outcome?
What should project managers do to effectively manage client expectations?
What should project managers do to effectively manage client expectations?
Which of the following best describes a key aspect of team motivation?
Which of the following best describes a key aspect of team motivation?
What approach should a leader take to set direction for their team?
What approach should a leader take to set direction for their team?
What is NOT identified as a necessary quality for becoming a great project manager?
What is NOT identified as a necessary quality for becoming a great project manager?
Which skill is emphasized for improving project management effectiveness?
Which skill is emphasized for improving project management effectiveness?
How many years of experience does Jason Westland have in project management?
How many years of experience does Jason Westland have in project management?
What feature does ProjectManager.com provide for visualizing project progress?
What feature does ProjectManager.com provide for visualizing project progress?
Which of the following is a recommended approach for managing day-to-day tasks?
Which of the following is a recommended approach for managing day-to-day tasks?
What is one recommended way to boost confidence as a project manager?
What is one recommended way to boost confidence as a project manager?
What can ProjectManager.com help users with on a global scale?
What can ProjectManager.com help users with on a global scale?
Which of these clients is NOT mentioned as a user of ProjectManager.com?
Which of these clients is NOT mentioned as a user of ProjectManager.com?
What should peers do every couple of weeks to improve their work/life balance?
What should peers do every couple of weeks to improve their work/life balance?
What is one of the tips provided to boost productivity?
What is one of the tips provided to boost productivity?
Why is it important for project managers to invest in continuous professional development?
Why is it important for project managers to invest in continuous professional development?
Which of the following resources is NOT listed for improving time management?
Which of the following resources is NOT listed for improving time management?
What common phrase is mentioned regarding daily learning?
What common phrase is mentioned regarding daily learning?
What should individuals avoid in relation to their time management efforts?
What should individuals avoid in relation to their time management efforts?
How can choosing the right peer support you in achieving your goals?
How can choosing the right peer support you in achieving your goals?
What is one action a project manager can take to improve their skills?
What is one action a project manager can take to improve their skills?
What benefit does rewarding yourself after learning provide?
What benefit does rewarding yourself after learning provide?
Which statement is true regarding the format of the project management videos?
Which statement is true regarding the format of the project management videos?
What is one suggested way to further develop professionally in project management?
What is one suggested way to further develop professionally in project management?
What might be a reason someone prefers videos over reading for learning project scheduling?
What might be a reason someone prefers videos over reading for learning project scheduling?
What information is NOT provided in the listed resources for continuous professional development?
What information is NOT provided in the listed resources for continuous professional development?
What does the statement about becoming a great project manager imply?
What does the statement about becoming a great project manager imply?
Why might short videos be particularly effective for learning on the go?
Why might short videos be particularly effective for learning on the go?
What could be a method for reinforcing learned information during project management training?
What could be a method for reinforcing learned information during project management training?
Flashcards
Project Manager Role
Project Manager Role
Delivering a project on time, within budget, and with required specifications.
High-Performing Team
High-Performing Team
A team made up of the best people for a project.
Scope Creep
Scope Creep
Expansion of a project's scope without proper control.
Project Goals
Project Goals
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Define Your Role
Define Your Role
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Set Goals and Achieve Them
Set Goals and Achieve Them
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Improve Decision-Making
Improve Decision-Making
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Project Documents
Project Documents
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Team Skill Sets
Team Skill Sets
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Detailed Job Descriptions
Detailed Job Descriptions
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Effective Team
Effective Team
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Lead by Example
Lead by Example
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Early Changes
Early Changes
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Motivation
Motivation
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Cost of Late Changes
Cost of Late Changes
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Body Language for Honesty
Body Language for Honesty
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Voice Modulation
Voice Modulation
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Pause for Effect
Pause for Effect
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Audience Participation
Audience Participation
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Presentation Opener/Closer
Presentation Opener/Closer
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Presenting Online
Presenting Online
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Practice Makes Perfect
Practice Makes Perfect
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Presentation Day Tips
Presentation Day Tips
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Project Management Training
Project Management Training
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Rewarding Learning
Rewarding Learning
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Short Videos for Learning
Short Videos for Learning
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Continuous Professional Development
Continuous Professional Development
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Work-Life Balance
Work-Life Balance
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Support Network
Support Network
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Peer Coaching
Peer Coaching
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Project Management Skills
Project Management Skills
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Adapt to Change
Adapt to Change
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Latest Techniques
Latest Techniques
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Project Management Resources
Project Management Resources
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Clear Project Goals
Clear Project Goals
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Effective Project Planning
Effective Project Planning
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High-Level Performance
High-Level Performance
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Decision-Making Skills
Decision-Making Skills
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Professional Documentation
Professional Documentation
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Presentation Skills
Presentation Skills
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Task Management
Task Management
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Learning by Doing
Learning by Doing
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Rewarding Your Learning
Rewarding Your Learning
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Video-Based Learning
Video-Based Learning
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Continuous Learning
Continuous Learning
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Professional Development Units (PDUs)
Professional Development Units (PDUs)
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Volunteer as a Project Manager
Volunteer as a Project Manager
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Project Management Books
Project Management Books
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Project Management Mentor
Project Management Mentor
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Study Notes
Project Manager Responsibilities
- Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specifications
- Build high-performing teams
- Recruit skilled, complementary team members
- Create detailed job descriptions for each team member
- Motivate and lead the team through example and support
- Set clear directions for the team and encourage their best work
- Demonstrate care and concern for team contributions
- Monitor and address potential project slips with contingency plans
- Stay on top of project finances, listing and budgeting expenses
- Control project scope, defining it upfront and reviewing frequently
- Communicate project status, progress, and risk factors regularly
- Use project dashboards, reports, and communication plans
- Keep stakeholders informed and confident
Setting Goals and Achieving Them
- Identify critical project deliverables (3) with your sponsor
- Formulate SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-Bound) goals for each deliverable
- Communicate goals to all team members and stakeholders
- Create an action plan outlining tasks for each goal
- Daily monitoring and issue resolution
Decision-Making Steps
- Investigate the problem's root cause
- Prioritize the issue based on impact
- Identify possible solutions
- Evaluate solutions for effectiveness, ease of implementation, and prevent reoccurrence
Writing Great Project Documents
- Keep documents simple and understandable
- Ensure focus on the topic, avoiding deviations
- Create clear structure with a well-organized table of contents
- Illustrate concepts with visuals like tables and diagrams
- Break down information using short paragraphs and bullet points
- Use bold, italics, and underlining to highlight critical points
Presentation Skills
- Thorough preparation: Understand the topic, audience, and structure
- Practice delivery and key points, potentially writing out every word
- Maintain open body language and confident posture
- Vary your voice intonation and use hand gestures effectively
- Engage the audience through interaction, participation, and questions.
- Utilize visuals and strong opening/closing statements to enhance impact.
Managing Tasks Daily
- Create a single, centralized To-Do list
- Categorize and prioritize tasks based on complexity, importance, and deadlines
- Use project management software for tracking and updates
- Focus on high-priority tasks that directly influence project timelines
Boosting Self-Confidence
- Prioritize taking care of yourself (healthy food, exercise, rest)
- Set achievable weekly goals, celebrating each accomplishment
- Seek mentorship from experienced project leaders and peers
- Maintain a healthy work-life balance to prevent burnout
Continuous Professional Development
- Regularly acquire new project management skills and knowledge
- Embrace learning opportunities like formal training, online resources, webinars, and conferences
- Expand your knowledge beyond project scope, e.g., people management, finance, communications
- Gather and compile project insights, creating your own learning guide
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