Hindsight bias

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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Project Timeline

You Don’t Need a Project Timeline

As a project manager, the project timeline is one of the most critical artifacts at your disposal. It acts as a roadmap, guiding you from the starting point up to the finish line. Without it, it’s impossible to gauge your progress toward your goal. However, despite the countless hours spent on estimating and preparing a project timeline, there’s a high likelihood that your project will still end up delayed. It begs the question, why are we seemingly incapable of creating a realistic project timeline?

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