The Digital Project Manager How To Maintain The Strategic Vision At The Project Level
Dec 10, 2024
In this discussion, Stephanie Best, Managing Director at Greannmhar, brings her expertise in operations consultancy to the forefront. She emphasizes the critical need for strategic alignment in project management to avoid miscommunication. Stephanie shares insights on navigating agile challenges and fostering open dialogue to empower teams. She also tackles engagement strategies in hierarchical work cultures and highlights the importance of clear communication with stakeholders. Ultimately, she advocates for curiosity as a driver of professional growth.
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Strategic vs. Scope-Focused Teams
- Strategically performing teams deliver impactful and scalable outcomes.
- These teams operate in environments that encourage value creation and proactive problem-solving.
Navigating Hierarchical Cultures
- In hierarchical cultures, deliver assigned outputs, then discuss strategic questions.
- Frame questions as value-add opportunities during presentations or sidebars.
The Game of Telephone
- Communicating vision effectively requires translating it across organizational layers.
- The focus often shifts from long-term goals to deliverables and deadlines as information travels down.