Project Management Success and Failure

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What is a key characteristic of a prosperous project manager?

Lack of interaction with stakeholders

A rigid and inflexible management style

Ignoring customer satisfaction

The ability to envision the complete job from start to finish (correct)

What is a reason for failed projects?

Consistent approval of project milestones

Consistent positive feedback from management

High customer satisfaction

Project team members or managers being replaced due to performance issues (correct)

What is a rule for successful project management according to the text?

Rely on classic project management methodologies for agility

Get clear about in charge and deadlines (correct)

Keep the project on track by not setting clear gateways

Ignore customer satisfaction, time, and cost

What does the text suggest about project management practices?

They need to be open and flexible Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of having full details before starting a project according to the text?

It enables interaction with clients during production Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep the project on track according to the text?

To ensure value delivery and successful project management Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about classic project management methodologies?

They are proving to be too rigid and time-consuming in today's dynamic business environment Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for successful projects?

Major project milestones and deliverables are being approved without hold offs Signup and view all the answers

What should a great online project management program help with, according to the text?

Enforcing accountability and clarity on expectations Signup and view all the answers

What should every single person on the team understand, according to the text?

What is expected from them, including a precise timeline of when tasks need to be completed Signup and view all the answers

What is important for managing anticipations and successful project management according to the text?

A sound understanding of how each player has contributed to the project as a whole Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the project cannot deliver value according to the text?

The project should be canceled if it cannot deliver value Signup and view all the answers

Apa yang menjadi bukti awal bahwa manusia sudah ada jauh lebih lama dari dugaan kita?

Penemuan sumpit di Tiongkok digunakan untuk masa bukan untuk makan Signup and view all the answers

Dari mana asal mula nama lapangan merah di Rusia?

Kawah gunung berapi Signup and view all the answers

Apa yang membuat lumba-lumba hidung botol membantu nelayan di Brazil?

Mereka tidak bisa melihat ke dalam air yang keruh Signup and view all the answers

Apa yang membuat pulau di Kenya bernama Lamo tidak boleh ada mobil?

Penduduknya hanya boleh bepergian dengan berjalan kaki, bersepeda, atau naik keledai Signup and view all the answers

Apa yang menjadi lambang nasional Thailand?

Gajah Signup and view all the answers

Apa yang menjadi lambang nasional Filipina?

Burung Filipina Signup and view all the answers

Apa yang menjadi tujuh keajaiban dunia kuno yang tertua yang masih berdiri sampai sekarang?

Piramida Agung Giza di Mesir Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Project Management Characteristics

A key characteristic of a prosperous project manager is not specified in the text.
A reason for failed projects is not specified in the text.
A rule for successful project management is not specified in the text.
The text suggests that project management practices are important for successful projects.
Having full details before starting a project is crucial to avoid potential issues.
Keeping the project on track is important to ensure successful project management.
The text suggests that classic project management methodologies may not be effective.
A reason for successful projects is not specified in the text.
A great online project management program should help with managing projects effectively.
Every single person on the team should understand the project goals and objectives.
Managing anticipations is important for successful project management.
If a project cannot deliver value, it should be stopped.

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This quiz explores the factors contributing to the success or failure of project management, delving into the varying reasons behind project failures and the need for adaptable management techniques to ensure success. By understanding these dynamics, project managers can enhance their abilities to navigate diverse projects and customers effectively.