Project Management, Episode 107 with Chris Ford

Always be learning – Chris Ford

Project Management

The main job of a project manager in an agency is managing client’s expectations.
Must have great communication skills.
Always deliver the information clearly when using written communication.
You must deliver straight forward information when a project is delayed or impacted.
If a project is impacted by something you did, you can say “I’m sorry. I made a mistake.” Then make sure you follow up with how you are going to fix it and when it will be delivered.
Show that you are accountable. If you (or somebody on the team made a mistake) fix it.
You need to have the soft skills when managing people on a project.
Get the developers involved early in the project to make sure you can deliver on time and within budget.
Have a clear Statement of Work or Proposal before beginning client work.
Break your project down by milestones that reflect payment points.
Be Organized. Keep everything in one place.

Make your sure you get out there so that people know your skills and who your are.
Work at promoting yourself as someone with unique ideas.
Network through WordCamps and other conferences like Pressnomics.
Build relationships with people.
Build a portfolio to show your specific skill set that reflects the type of work you want to do.