Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 165

A project manager is overseeing a project as part of a program geared toward a major technology disruption. The team is comprised of brilliant young professionals who have worked on different projects for the organization in the past. However, the team complained that they previously experienced a lack of direction during project execution and are afraid of the same issue in this project.
Which two actions should the project manager take to ensure that this issue does not occur in this project? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Organize a team-bonding activity and invite an external manager to speak to the team.
• B. Set a clear vision for the project and ensure it is visible to all stakeholders.
• C. Focus on the resource management plan and track project progress.
• D. Encourage the team to do a brainstorming session and provide a mitigation plan.
• E. Keep the team engaged and focused on the project's direction.

Correct answer: B, E

Explanation

Setting a clear vision for the project (Option B) ensures that all team members and stakeholders are aligned on objectives, addressing the team's previous concerns about direction. Keeping the team engaged and focused on the project's direction (Option E) further reinforces commitment and clarity, preventing confusion. The other options, while potentially beneficial, do not directly address the critical need for clear guidance and focus during execution.