As rational beings, we often behave in ways that defy logic. In project management, where decisions and actions play a crucial role in determining the outcome, our cognitive biases can have a significant impact.
As a project manager, you know firsthand the challenges and difficulties of trying to lead a successful project. From dealing with team members’ conflicting priorities to navigating unexpected obstacles, it can feel like an uphill battle. But it doesn’t have to be.
Cognitive Biases in Project Management
At the Rational PM blog site, I share my insights and experiences as an IT project manager, delving into the importance of recognizing these cognitive biases and how they can affect your projects. From the planning fallacy to the sunk-cost fallacy, hindsight bias, optimism bias, and the illusion of control, I explore the various cognitive biases that can creep into our decision-making.
Drawing on the lessons and knowledge I’ve gained from other fields, I’ll provide a survival guide for managing projects and challenging conventional practices. You’ll also learn from my own mistakes and see how they’ve shaped my approach to project management.
Join me on this journey to gain a deeper understanding of how to navigate the complexities of project management and make more informed decisions and overcome difficulties.
