PM Tips from a Master

Gopal Srinivasan https://www.linkedin.com/in/gksrinivasan  says if you want to be successful in project delivery consider these tips as you start your initiative.
Even with the best planning sessions and strategy the best projects can go off the rails without great leadership.  I have witnessed Gopal pulling folks together and getting projects right on track.   I asked him how he did it and what his thoughts were on the subject.   In kind, he responded with some clear thoughts on “getting it right” and on point with projects!

Keep these concepts in mind…

• that process or methodology is not a panacea (people make the process work – remember people, process, technology)
• things do not go according to plan – constant risk mitigation and contingency planning is key for successful execution
• communicate and accountability – ensure ownership (usually single point of contact vs. groups) to bring items to closure

Additional points that help during any initiative:

• be ready to course correct (use war rooms and deep dives to focus on the issues, bringing critical contributors together in addressing the issue)
• assume positive intent – no one comes to work thinking “I am going to really mess up today…”
• commitments delivered! builds credibility and track record

Gopal said “You have to always realize that people are the number one most important factor.”    It is amazing to me to see that a “people first” approach in all business and subject areas is the key to successful outcomes.   Delivering on promises and commitments while being open, transparent and honest will make for the best outcome.   This coupled with a kind hearted and sensitive approach that considers cognitive, physical and social factors will accelerate team, project and program success.

 

http://icsgrp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Quick-Reference-Guide.pdf

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gopal Srinivasan https://www.linkedin.com/in/gksrinivasan  says if you want to be successful in project deliver consider these tips as you start your initiative.
Even with the best planning sessions and strategy the best projects can go off the rails without great leadership.  I have witnessed Gopal pulling folks together and getting projects right on track.   I asked him how he did it and what his thoughts were on the subject.   In kind he responded with some clear thoughts on “getting it right” and on point with projects!

• that process or methodology is not a panacea (people make the process work – remember people, process, technology)
• things do not go according to plan – constant risk mitigation and contingency planning is key for successful execution
• communicate and accountability – ensure ownership (usually single point of contact vs. groups) to bring items to closure

Additional points that helps during any initiative:

• be ready to course correct (use war rooms and deep dives to focus on the issues, bringing critical contributors together in addressing the issue)
• assume positive intent – no one comes to work thinking “I am going to really mess up today…”
• commitments delivered! builds credibility and track record

Gopal said “You have to always realize that people are the number one most important factor.”    It is amazing to me to see that a “people first” approach in all business and subject areas is the key to successful outcomes.   Delivering on promises and commitments while being open, transparent and honest will make for the best outcome.   This coupled with a kind hearted and sensitive approach that considers cognitive, physical and social factors will accelerate team, project and program success.

 

http://icsgrp.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Quick-Reference-Guide.pdf