From the course: Time Management for Managers
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Communicate changes in deadlines
From the course: Time Management for Managers
Communicate changes in deadlines
- In even the best planned projects, we'll run into obstacles. When these arise, it's vital for everyone to be updated, and consider alternatives, or options we can take to get back on schedule. These are the moments when time management and communication intersect. You'll be able to stay more organized and efficient if you spend a little extra time coordinating and updating each other on a consistent basis. Here are a few areas to consider. Regularly check in every meeting. Whenever you get together with team members, whether it's as a group or in a one-to-one, you'll want to briefly reassess and recommit to the deadline. Ask the team where they're at and ask if they foresee any problems. If you see any hesitation, avoid pushing through, or saying something like, "Can you make it happen?" This leads to overcommitment, and surprisingly missed deadlines. Rather ask them something like, "I see some hesitation. "What obstacle do you see?" Then work with them to see if you can overcome…
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