
546 ◾ The 12 Pillars of Project Excellence
Pillar XI Summary
Stress can cause physiological disorders and can also lead to dis-
eases in people. Prolonged acute stress can also lead to permanent
damage for some individuals. Stress in the projects has become
part of the project team’s work life. However, stress in the project
can be avoided or reduced by eliminating ambiguous require-
ments, by careful and proper planning, and by the project man-
ager’s emphasis on individual ability in the team.
Every successful project leader must understand the unique
nature of individuals on their team and give them appropriate
roles and responsibilities a