When working on a project i have often been asked by new team members why is this a "project"? what does that mean to them? and why are we doing thing the way we are doing them? I created this three part guide to cover some of the background and general expectations PM have of their teams.

What is a "project" and what do I do on one?
  • Team responsibilities.
  • Activities you may expect to do on any project.
  • Some terminology.
  • Tasks, Risks and Governance
Tasks Management
  • Completing tasks make up 90% of team members work.*
  • Task Management formula: Who does What to What Level, by When?
  • Task management is extremely important but does not stand alone from governance and risk management.
Risk Management and Good Governance.
  • In addition to completing tasks, some team responsibilities relate to governance
  • Governance activities are there to ensure the tasks are right for the organisation.
  • Other team responsibilities relate to risk management
  • Managing risk minimises harm and maximises opportunities for the organisation.
Guide for new project team members.




* NB: 87.4% of statistics are made up on the spot.