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The most important requirement for a successful project is to select a proper effective project team. The set of skills brought by each member should add some extra value to the team.
Every project has their own requirements and roles are chosen accordingly depending on one’s ranks, experience, skill, knowledge etc. This is the biggest role of task management that is to group effective individuals together. The key to a successful project lies with the quality of team working it. The stronger the team, the more successful the project. A perfect team needs an amazing project manager and a group of skilled individuals who are committed towards a single goal.
Important Habits of Effective Project Team Are As Follows:
A clear goal: It is the first and the main thing that keeps the team working together productively. Goals should be well-defined and measurable so that everyone in the team is on the same page and understands the direction in which the project is going. People should know what they work for, they should understand the value that the project will bring and see what is their own contribution to the final result. So if the goal is clarified for each member, the chances to achieve it significantly rise.
Well-defined roles: Having set roles and responsibilities helps define how the team will work together, set expectations and assign tasks to the appropriate people. Not only it makes people feel more valued, but also boosts morale and generates a positive impact on the project’s effectiveness. The project manager should pay attention to how well this person works as a part of the team, is he communicative and open to critisizm and suggestions. It’s also important to make sure everyone is sticking to their defined role otherwise, you may have three people working on a similar task while another important activity may be neglected.
Open communication: Communication is the key to project success. Communication is a fundamental element in any team, especially project teams. The team should be interconnected and aware of any changes in terms, project documentation and means of the goal achievement and responce to these changes accordingly.
Strong Leadership: Leadership is required at every stage of project management. A leader is in charge of managing the project, as well as the individual team members to increase the project team’s success.
Some responsibilities of an effective project leader are as follows:
Establish team norms.
Create and share a compelling vision for the project.
Decide goals.
Delegate task to suitable team members.
Communicate with team members.
Manage conflict.
Remove blockers.
Celebrate success.
Provide relevant training.
- Positive atmosphere: In any project team there may be different personalities, but a positive atmosphere can help neutralise any risk of conflict or negativity. Morale are crucial to building a successful project team. Positive environment creates a sense of happiness and cheerful environment among team members and boosts team's performance.