10 things I’ve learned in the last 10 years…(related to Project Management)
Posted by phdblogmeister on November 29, 2008
- Be gracious with people, but be ruthless with your time.
- There is no greater waste of time then spending extra effort on that which does not need to be done at all.
- It is not about working longer, or harder, it is about working smarter and more strategically that counts.
- Ask yourself, why am I doing what I’m doing right now?
- 1 minute of planning saves (at least!) 10 minutes of reworking (and even hours, days or weeks).
- It is sometimes smarter to ask for forgiveness then to ask for permission - BUT not always!
- Seek first to understand the other point of view before you explain your side (active listening).
- With tempestuous clients, ground rules for meetings should be made together up front and agreed upon by all parties; and last don’t be shy to exercise these agreements.
- Be clear on delegation and what authority that has been granted to you; use it or lose it.
- Goals in your head are but daydreams; if you want them to become real one day write them down. Now!
Alora said
Ah, yes, one of my favorite life truisms: “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” And a big “amen!” to #1. Nothing kills success like losing control of your time.