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FAILED to manage a project NEED advice to Survive Postmortem
Season 1 · Episode 247

FAILED to manage a project NEED advice to Survive Postmortem

Konshuhs Agility-Project Manager Coach & Agile Coach, Trainer, Mentor & Author · Edward Coke, Jr, MSPM,PMP, CAPM, CSM, Agile Coach

October 2, 202415m 39s

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Show Notes

Surviving Project Failures: Turning Setbacks into Opportunities

In this episode, we explore how to handle project failures when facing a lack of accountability and support. Discover strategies to defend your work through documentation, conduct root cause analysis, and propose actionable solutions. Learn from a personal story and gain insights on fostering a culture of accountability, improving communication with stakeholders, and maintaining professionalism. Get ready to transform project setbacks into stepping stones for future success!

00:00 Introduction: Facing Project Challenges

00:50 A Personal Story of Project Management Struggles

03:11 The Importance of Supportive Environments

04:47 Framework for Handling Project Setbacks

05:18 Root Cause Analysis and Escalation

06:27 Owning Mistakes and Clear Communication

08:27 Documenting Issues and Escalations

09:13 Leading with Solutions, Not Problems

10:19 Maintaining Professionalism in Post-Mortems

11:13 Improving Communication and Accountability

13:21 Involving the Right People in Decision Making

13:54 Building Organizational Resilience

14:41 Conclusion and Transformational Remarks