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Question 1

5 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Project

Answer 1

1. What is the one thing whose accomplishment will determine the success of the project?
2. Who will determine whether the project has achieved success?
3. How will success be measured?
4. What does success mean to you personally? (question for stakeholders)
5. What is the overall company strategy, and how will the success of this project contribute to advancing the overall strategy?

Question 2

Is it possible to ask questions about determining the success of a project if the project is already running?

Answer 2

Absolutely!

You can make a presentation where you can devote 1 slide to each of the questions and say to the stakeholders: Hey! I made a presentation of the vision of the project. Let’s get together and discuss.

Question 3

Advice for Clarifying the Definition of Project Success

Answer 3

repeat what the stakeholders said so that they hear their vision and, if necessary, add or make adjustments

Question 4

Principles for Success at the Start of a Project

(PM Happy Hour 1st podcast)

Answer 4

• Begin with an end in mind (S. Covi)
• When it is determined what the success of the project means, share it with everyone. This is a polar star for all project participants.
• Communication is the key!