It is important for underperforming employees to have strong managers who are able to identify the source of the problem leading to low motivation. They should be able to connect with the employee and provide solutions on how areas of…   Read more»

It is important for underperforming employees to have strong managers who are able to identify the source of the problem leading to low motivation. They should be able to connect with the employee and provide solutions on how areas of…   Read more»

This class helped me truly value teamwork through the many team projects we had to complete. We were constantly shuffled between different teams which forced us to adapt quickly to different people with their own working habits. It also allowed…   Read more»

I think currently I have a good hold on being able to solicit and act on feedback I receive to make sure the individuals who report to me are being properly supported. I would like to continue building upon this…   Read more»

My motivators tend to be linked to what I am most interested. If I am invested in a project I will dedicate more time towards it happily as opposed to something I am being forced into doing. I also think…   Read more»

I agree that many Americans overwork themselves because it has become the norm to do so. Especially if you are trying to get a promotion it is expected to work long hours to show your dedication as opposed to be…   Read more»

I found this class helpful in helping me understand the role of a PM without having to work as one first. Its a field I’m interested in entering but a lot of the times you need experience first in order…   Read more»

I think scope management is the most important because a blurry scope can lead to unnecessary costs and expenses due to the scope being molded into something that was not initially covered. I know during my senior design capstone project…   Read more»

I think I would make for a good PM since I’ve held leadership positions before and have been able to lead groups on various projects. I think the part I would need to focus more on is developing a stronger…   Read more»

Maintaining work-life boundaries can be difficult but it helps to time block your schedule to avoid meetings outside your comfort zone and force you to ensure you get a proper lunch break. Personally, I like working from home as I…   Read more»

I feel a project is successful if it completes the task in the dedicated period of time. Completing more in shorter period of time is even more exceptional though not required at all. However a project that may not have…   Read more»

I think it’s important to meet with each team member to discuss their individual motivation techniques as each individual responds differently to different rewards. Some may prefer verbal recognition, some may prefer free merchandise, others may want more opportunities for…   Read more»

I have also worked in a company that did not have a separate project management organization contracted and therefore integrated it within their own company. Thought I have not experience a contracted PM, I think having your own is beneficial…   Read more»

I think it would be possible to recover the project if the remaining tasks can be completed by pooling the most experienced individuals able to complete the tasks with greater efficiency and less resources. That sometimes can also require more…   Read more»

Hi Guys!
I’m Ridhi and I’m doing my masters in BME at NJIT. Here’s my linkedin profile link for anyone who’d like to connect! https://www.linkedin.com/in/ridhi-mehta-14015b130/
 
 

For this course, I’ve often used groupme and text messaging as it has shown to be a better way of getting a hold of individuals in a timely manner since not everyone checks Canvas regularly. However by identifying that most…   Read more»

I would ensure that backup vendors have been selected so that there is no impact to the project timeline as another vendor that has been pre-approved can be used instead. Oftentimes companies can have 2-3 backup vendors for such situations…   Read more»

Verification protocols outline the tests going to be utilized to confirm that the product inputs = outputs. For each input there must be an output that is verified which is done by creating experimental tests to back the data up…   Read more»

Constantly communicating with your team members on their bandwidth and reprioritizing tasks amongst the team can help ensure the project stays on track. Overburdening employees with tasks can actually slow down overall progress as they are unable to get to…   Read more»