A - Project Initiation
A02 - Appoint the project manager
A03 - Appoint the key team members
A05 - Identify and plan the deliverables
A06 - Identify risks and plan responses
A07 - Have project initiation peer-reviewed
B - Monthly Initiation
B01 - Revise and refine the plans
B02 - Have the monthly cycle peer-reviewed
B03 - Make a go/no-go decision
C - Weekly Management
C01 - Measure and report performance
C02 - Plan responses for deviations
D - Daily Management
E - Monthly Closure
F - Project Closure
F02 - Evaluate stakeholder satisfaction
F03 - Have the closing activity group peer-reviewed
G - Post-Project Management
E03 - Conduct a focused communication
This management activity belongs to the Monthly Closure group. This group of activities are done at the end of each month to close the cycle and prepare us for the next one.
Send a message to all team members telling them about the project achievements during the month and thanking them for their contributions.
Purpose
It reminds everyone to stay focused on the objectives rather than on isolated specialized activities. When done properly, it helps unify the team.
Common pitfalls
Having the following in mind will help you avoid the commonest pitfalls:
- Focus on achievements rather than the amount of work done.
- Keep the message clear and avoid corporate talk.
- Keep the message short – preferably just a few lines.
Principles
The following principles play a significant role in this management activity: