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Low Expectations: The Key to Successful Project Management

Do you want to know the secret to a happy life? According to Charlie Munger, it’s low expectations. In a world full of failures and disappointment, this approach makes sense. But when it comes to project management, the stakes are high, and the pressure can be overwhelming. From unrealistic deadlines, lack of clear goals, limited resources, relentless scope creep, and long working hours, it’s no wonder so many projects fall short of their objectives. However, what if I told you that low expectations could be the key to project success? By managing expectations carefully, you can avoid disappointment and achieve great results.

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Do We Need Project Managers?

Do we need project managers? In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, it is a question I often find myself asking. With new technologies and tools emerging all the time, it can be tempting to believe that project management is becoming automated and that human project managers are becoming obsolete. But despite these advancements, the demand for project managers continues to grow. So why is there still a need for human project managers in an era of AI and automation?

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I Knew It

As IT project managers, we’ve all been there: in a meeting where someone utters the dreaded phrase, “I knew it.” It can be a frustrating and disheartening experience, especially when you’re trying to raise an issue for the first time. I have had my share of those moments on several occasions and can attest to the overwhelming emotions that come with it.

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