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Laying Out Your Plan
In this chapter, you learn the guiding principle of project managers, all about plotting your course, initiating a work breakdown structure, and the difference between action and results (deliverables).
No Surprises
For other than self-initiated projects, it is tempting to believe that the most important aspect of a project is to achieve the desired outcome on time and on budget. As vital as that is, something else is even more important. As you initiate, engage in, and proceed with your project, you want to ensure that you don’t surprise the authorizing party or any other individuals who have a stake in the outcome of your project.
Keeping others informed along the way, as necessary, is your prime responsibility. When ...
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