Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 956

A project manager has noticed that a specific team member rarely contributes or shares opinions during team discussions. However, the team member is effective at delivering assigned tasks on time.

How can the project manager leverage this?

Answer options

• A. Engage with the team member, let them know their strengths, and encourage them to share more.
• B. Meet with the team member prior to meetings and share their thoughts with others so everyone can benefit.
• C. Pair this team member with a more outspoken team member so their voice can be heard more.
• D. Ensure the team member is assigned critical path tasks to meet the schedule.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, emphasizes the importance of recognizing and encouraging the team member's strengths, which can help boost their confidence to share more. Option B may lead to misrepresentation of the team member's ideas, while C may not address the underlying issue of their reluctance to speak up. Option D focuses on task assignment rather than fostering communication and engagement.