TL;DR: Sound judgment at work means consistently choosing the best available option under incomplete information, time pressure, and competing priorities. It’s the most-paid skill at senior levels because it’s the hardest to automate and the easiest to misjudge in hiring. You prove you have it by showing a documented pattern of calls you made, the […]
Tag: Decision making
If There Is Any Doubt, There’s No Doubt: The Decision Rule Every Project Leader Needs (and When to Break It)
In the 1998 thriller Ronin, Robert De Niro plays Sam, a wary ex-operative who refuses to walk into a meeting that doesn’t smell right. Pressed on it, he offers the rule he lives by: “Whenever there is any doubt, there is no doubt.” Asked who taught him that, he says he can’t remember — which, […]
Are you a Strategic Project Manager? 7 Strategic Moves Every Project Manager Should Master to Drive Results
Let’s be honest—leading a project can sometimes feel like you’re juggling a hundred tasks at once, each clamoring for your attention. But what truly separates top-tier project managers from the rest? The answer lies in one game-changing skill: strategic thinking. Strategic thinking in project management isn’t just about planning tasks or meeting deadlines. It’s about […]
Winning isn’t for Everyone! How Leading Projects with Contrarian Thinking Can Boost Project Success Rates!
In the world of project management, conventional wisdom often dictates the path to success. However, embracing a contrarian mindset can lead to innovative solutions and breakthroughs that traditional approaches may overlook. This article explores how project managers can effectively lead projects by challenging the status quo, supported by practical examples and strategies. Source: https://www.nfx.com/post/how-contrarians-think-with-keith-rabois Understanding […]
Decisive Leadership: A Guide for the Considerate Project Manager
Project management isn’t just about following processes; it’s about making decisions—often tough ones. Yet, many project managers hesitate, endlessly weighing options, trapped in analysis paralysis. If you’ve ever stalled at a crossroads, fearing the impact of your choices, this guide is for you. Decisiveness isn’t arrogance; it’s responsibility in action. Decisive vs. Hesitant: A Tale […]