The human side of project management
During a much-needed break after leading back-to-back project teams, I stumbled upon a quirky Netflix series, and one quote stuck with me:
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In IT project management, authority bias can quietly undermine smart decisions and well-structured plans. Even the most experienced project managers are not immune to this powerful cognitive trap.
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David Graeber’s concept of “bullshit jobs”, roles that even the employee can’t justify, has sparked widespread debate. In his book Bullshit Jobs: A Theory, Graeber categorizes such roles into types like “taskmasters,” who create unnecessary work for others. This raises a critical question for IT professionals: Is the project management role one of these?
In today’s dynamic workplace, many professionals find themselves managing projects without the formal title of “Project Manager.” According to recent statistics, 53% of projects are run by non-certified project managers. These individuals are successfully leading teams, meeting deadlines, and delivering results, demonstrating that effective project management isn’t confined to formal titles.
If you think there’s no connection between John Wick and project management, think again.
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Not every project is about launching the next big innovation or driving sweeping digital transformation. Sometimes, it’s about something more fundamental – getting through the day and helping your team stay afloat in a challenging project environment filled with shifting priorities, unclear direction, and constant pressure.
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Are you really in control of your project decisions?