Send a message to everyone and tell them about the expected achievements in the upcoming month and the risks involved. It’s important to let everyone know their role in the overall achievements of the project.

Purpose

The main goal is to make sure that people involved in the project remain aligned with the overall goals and do not limit their contributions to isolated specialist activities.

Common pitfalls

Keep the message short and clear, and focus on expected achievements rather than planned tasks.

Principles

The following principles play a significant role in this management activity:

• NUP3: Always be proactive.
• NUP4: Remember that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
• NUP5: Don’t do anything without a clear purpose.