Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1358

A high-performing team member's performance has been consistently increasing over the past year, leaving other peers behind. The project manager has been reluctant to publicly recognize the team member's contributions for fear of discouraging others. The project manager is also concerned that the team member may leave if not rewarded for the contributions made.
What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Promote the higher performing team member to a higher position
• B. Request the high-performing team member to mentor the other team members
• C. Remind the high-performing team member to focus on shared rewards rather than individual rewards
• D. Reward the high-performing team member privately to avoid team disruption

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because mentoring allows the high-performing team member to share their skills and knowledge with others, fostering team growth without singling them out. Options A and D may lead to resentment among peers, while C might diminish the individual's motivation by downplaying their contributions.