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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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Email is Killing Project Management

Say goodbye to email chaos and hello to streamlined project management. Email may have once been a trusted tool. It has become a burden for project managers, who find themselves bogged down by endless inboxes instead of focusing on the project at hand. But in today’s fast-paced world, there’s a better way. By embracing a combination of email and project management techniques, project managers can take back control of their workload and revolutionize their approach to communication.

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Cancel Your Project Status Meeting

As a project manager, it’s tempting to stick to the tried and true tradition of weekly project status meetings. But have you ever stopped to think if these meetings are necessary? The idea of canceling your project status meeting may seem insane, but I’m here to share a secret with you. As a seasoned project manager, I can tell you firsthand that there’s a better way to stay on top of project progress. Get ready to challenge the status quo and discover why canceling your project status meeting might be the best decision you make for your team.

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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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