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New Project Manager, what are some tips as I begin this journey? Such as what to put focus on in the industry, etc?

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Tyler Harrel Project Manager | City of Pembroke Pines Oakland Park, Fl, United States
Looking to gather some information from experienced PM’s out there. What are some good beginner tips? What things to focus on in the industry? Good things to begin studying? What did you personally start out with that led you to success?
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Sergio Luis Conte Helping to create solutions for everyone| Worldwide based Organizations Buenos Aires, Argentina
Clear understand what project manager and project management mean for the organization where you are working performing the role.
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Kiron Bondale Retired | Mentor| Retired Welland, Ontario, Canada
Tyler -

1. "Own" the business case supporting your project. By that I mean, understand it deeply, speak to executives using its language, and use it to help you establish purpose for the team and other stakeholders.

2. Focus on relationships, ideally before you need to benefit from them. Put people first.

3. Be disciplined.

Kiron
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Anonymous
What others have said... and:

1. You will make many mistakes. Always own up to them, don't let them discourage you, and most importantly learn from them to continuously improve both yourself and your process.

2. Checklists are your friend! Document your processes and create checklists. Update them frequently.
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Robbie Katanga Project Engineer | KDMP || Konkola Copper Mines Plc Chingola, Copperbelt, Zambia
Know the specific industry in sufficient detail. Interact with those on the shop floor - their input and guidance is priceless.
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Joshua Yoak Evanston, Il, United States
Understand the processes and don't worry about popularity. At the same time worry about popularity. Stakeholders will tell you how to do your job. Do your job at the same time you're staying engaged with stakeholders. Spend time in conversation why you can't do certain things while building key relationships.

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