How to Become a Great Project Manager - 3 things you need

The video explores the qualities needed to become a great project manager, focusing on self-control, generosity of spirit, and curiosity. It emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, effective people skills, and resilience. The video also highlights the value of servant leadership and critical thinking in managing projects successfully.

What are the two main focuses mentioned in the introduction for becoming a great project manager?

• Technical skills and financial management

• Continuous learning and people skills

• Time management and resource allocation

• Risk assessment and mitigation

Which of the following is NOT an element of self-control discussed in the video?

• Bouncing back from setbacks

• Staying calm during crises

• Maintaining a positive outlook

• Being overly optimistic regardless of circumstances

What is the modern term mentioned in the video that relates to determination to succeed?

• Tenacity

• Perseverance

• Grit

• Endurance

What does generosity of spirit primarily involve according to the video?

• Strictly following project timelines

• Ensuring project profitability

• Helping and supporting team members

• Delegating tasks effectively

Which leadership concept is associated with putting team members first?

• Charismatic leadership

• Transactional leadership

• Servant leadership

• Transformational leadership

What is the primary characteristic of curiosity as described in the video?

• A preference for routine tasks

• An insatiable desire to learn and understand

• A focus on financial outcomes

• A desire to maintain the status quo

Why is critical thinking important for project managers, according to the video?

• It ensures compliance with regulations

• It allows for challenging orthodoxy and seeing multiple perspectives

• It focuses on short-term gains

• It helps in following established procedures