Ten Tips for Managing a Project

• Understand the project objectives and be sure that the project addresses the appropriate business needs.
  
• Create and maintain a set of procedures and guidelines that support project management efforts.
  
• Plan, plan and then plan some more.
  
• Decide, before you begin, how problems which cannot be resolved promptly will be escalated (and to whom).
  
• Establish effective mechanisms for monitoring project performance.
  
• Manage the project scope!.
  
• Understand project risks and take appropriate action when necessary.
  
• Keep your team happy and focused.
  
• Gain senior management support.
  
• Don't forget to communicate project successes (loudly).