Significant Career Lesson From a Project Manager at a High-End Home Builder
Michael, a project manager, emphasizes the importance of avoiding emotional decisions in "calculat[ing] a plan," advocating for gathering complete information before acting to prevent setbacks. This approach has been a significant lesson in navigating the complexities of high-end residential general contracting.
Project Management, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Information Gathering, Strategic Planning
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Michael Trentacosti
Project Manager
High-End Residential General Contractor
University of Colorado, Boulder
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Environmental & Related Sciences
Architecture, Construction & Design, Real Estate
Operations and Project Management
Video Highlights
1. Avoid making emotional decisions; gather all information before planning.
2. Carefully consider the impact of decisions to avoid setbacks.
3. Strategic planning is crucial for success in project management.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you've learned that has proven significant in your career?
Don't make emotional decisions. Always wait until you have all the information presented to you before you calculate a plan to make a decision. Otherwise, you often end up making an emotional decision, which could either backfire or cause you to move backward.
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