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Project Leadership & Team Management Flashcards

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  1. A project manager is leading a team through an organizational change that has caused anxiety and resistance. Which leadership approach is MOST effective?

    Answer: Transformational leadership to inspire and communicate a shared vision

    Transformational leadership is most effective during change by inspiring commitment, addressing emotional concerns, and articulating a compelling vision.

  2. Which emotional intelligence (EI) competency is MOST critical for a project manager to build trust with stakeholders?

    Answer: Empathy

    Empathy allows project managers to understand stakeholder perspectives and needs, which is foundational to building trust and strong relationships.

  3. A project manager is preparing a staffing management plan. Which element should be included to address team acquisition strategies?

    Answer: Criteria for selecting internal versus external team members

    The staffing management plan should address how team members will be acquired, including sourcing strategies such as internal hiring or contracting.

  4. According to McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y, a Theory Y manager believes that employees:

    Answer: Are self-directed and seek responsibility when conditions allow

    Theory Y assumes employees are intrinsically motivated, creative, and willing to take responsibility under the right conditions.

  5. When should a project manager use co-location as a team development strategy?

    Answer: When frequent real-time collaboration is critical to project success

    Co-location places team members in the same physical space to enhance spontaneous communication and collaboration, especially for complex or fast-paced projects.

  6. A project manager must address a high-performing team member who is consistently missing deadlines due to personal issues. What is the MOST appropriate action?

    Answer: Consult HR and offer an Employee Assistance Program referral while adjusting near-term workload

    A compassionate approach that provides support resources while managing workload impact balances team performance needs with employee well-being.

  7. Which document outlines the roles, responsibilities, and reporting relationships within a project team?

    Answer: Resource Management Plan

    The Resource Management Plan defines team member roles, responsibilities, reporting relationships, and how resources will be acquired and managed.