Some of the more experienced members of a project team have complained about the project manager. The senior project team members feel that the project manager is micromanaging them and preventing them from completing their work.
What should the project manager do when made aware of these issues?
The project manager should adjust their management style to better fit senior team members. Given that the complaint is about micromanagement, which can demotivate experienced team members and hinder their productivity, adapting the management approach to allow them more autonomy and trust can help resolve the issue and harness their expertise more effectively.
Given the competitive landscape, the project manager should choose option B: Note this concern in the risk register and meet with the sales team to identify mitigation options factoring in the competitor's offerings. This approach allows the project manager to proactively address the competitive threat by collaborating with the sales team to explore potential mitigation strategies, such as highlighting unique selling points, adjusting pricing strategies, or enhancing marketing efforts. Additionally, noting the concern in the risk register ensures that it is formally documented and can be monitored throughout the project lifecycle.