Project Management Happy Hour 106 - Finish Strong: Why the End of Your Project Matters Most
Aug 26, 2025
Finish strong! Learn how the end of a project can define its legacy. The hosts discuss why recent problems overshadow past wins and how success can be redefined based on outcomes. They share real stories and practical strategies for keeping stakeholders focused on value, especially during bumpy rides. Discover the importance of crafting a project’s conclusion and using tools like storytelling to enhance communication. A strong finish may redeem challenges, while a weak one can tarnish achievements.
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Prague Project That Felt Like Failure
- Kim moved her family overseas for a high-profile six-month IT project that struggled.
- Despite missing many targets, the sponsor highlighted architecture, pilot tests, and methodology as wins.
Design System Refactor Reframed As Win
- Kate took over a design system and refactored tokens to reduce complexity.
- Her boss framed the year as a major success despite unmet original scope goals.
Ending Defines The Project
- The way you end a project strongly shapes how people remember it.
- A strong finish can erase many earlier bumps in stakeholders' memories.