Though it is important for a project manager to be multi-skilled, have strong communication skills, technical knowledge, and risk management skills. These can all be encompassed by the single skill of being proactive. A proactive management will utilize all his skills to manage his teams. A successful project manager is more proactive rather than just reactive. Being proactive is important because you think long term instead of reacting to situations that come in given moments. This involves communicating with your team to identify possible risks than can arise and creating steps to mitigate the worst case scenarios. Proactivity allows the team to have more control over situations that may arise. A proactive project manager also constantly checks in with this team and builds trust so as to increase communication. The ability to plan ahead, delegate, manage time, as well as resources all work towards successful projects.