What Makes an Effective Project Manager?
Attitude Project managers must have not only the skills to accomplish activities and responsibilities but also the willingness to bring an appropriate attitude to their role. Most important is dedication to being a strong leader. The effective project manager must be willing to make decisions and take action. The project manager cannot do all of the work personally , and must delegate tasks and rely on others to do much of it. A willingness to believe in others is necessary, as well mentor colleagues and clients on how to view and participate in the project. It is the rare project manager who perceives others as doing the work as well as he or she could do it. Yet successful delegation of tasks involves understanding when the work being done is good enough. In overseeing the work of others as the project evolves, it is often necessary for the project manager to be a coach or motivator. This calls for laying the work out in a clear way and setting reasonable goals for what is to be acco
