The following was written working with a research and design group to clarify the qualities and behaviors essential for successful functioning as Project Manager.

Their goal was to work in accordance with SATA in order to align the organization to their projects and ensure success. Written for large cross-functional, mission-critical projects, these principles can and should be adjusted to any size organization.

Instructions—On a piece of paper, assess yourself on each of the following questions, using a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being high. Then build an action plan to strengthen areas where you scored low.

  1. 1. The project manager is sponsored to allocate enough time to interact with all people ...

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