Project Management - Dinner Table Analogy for Project Team Members

Project Management - Dinner Table Analogy for Project Team Members

Mike Brown reviews a strategic mentor's dinner table analogy that explains the importance of behaving appropriately during project management interactions. The first situation is like eating with family around the kitchen table where you can argue, be unruly while testing and vetting ideas. The second is like having guests over for dinner where you introduce more refined ideas and prepare for challenging questions. Finally, the formal dinner is like presenting a finalized deliverable to senior management; where strategic or tactical side discussions must be avoided. By reflecting on this analogy, project team members can ensure they are using appropriate manners and behaviour for each situation.

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