10 Mistakes UnhappyProject Managers Make

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Let's consider the soft side ofproject management...ourinner game.Why do project managerssometimes find themselvesunhappy?

1. Not Growing.

When we stop learning and growing, life gets dry. Read.Take a project management class. Join a mastermind group.

2. Worryingabout things.

Let go of thingsoutside your control.Be a good steward ofthe things WITHINyour control.

3. Not forgiving someone.

Past grievances may be keeping you fromreaching your greatest potential. Forgive.Release it. Put it in the past.

4. Not addressing a problemteam member.

Coach the individual. If the bad behavior continues,get rid of this bad apple.

5. Failing to take care of yourself.

Take time off from work. Exercise. Get adequate sleep.Maintain a healthy diet.

6. Not focusing on what matters

Prioritize your work with your team. Complete themost important tasks.

7. Seeking everyone's approval

Don't seek the trophy of compliments. Simplyserve with humility.

8. Not trusting your team members

Trust is the lubrication for high performance. Look foropportunities to entrust your team members withresponsibilities.

9. Fearing failure.

See your mistakes andfailures as opportunities forpersonal growth. Persevere.Press on.

10. Failing to live in the present.

Seize the day! Live in the present.

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