PMP Question #1242: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

A project manager has taken over a project that has been without a project manager for the last couple of weeks. The team is feeling lost and there are a few team members who are confused about the next steps and the final outcome of the project. What should the new project manager do?

Options

• ASet short-term goals in order to create a winning culture internally and praise team members for
• BAsk the project sponsor to provide team members with a project direction regarding outcomes.
• CAvoid conflict and let the team self-organize on how they want to work on the project tasks.
• DEscalate the situation to the steering committee and request that more time be allotted to the

Explanation

To address a team feeling lost and confused after a project manager's absence, the new project manager should establish clear, achievable short-term goals to create a winning culture and build team momentum.

Common mistakes.

• B. While the sponsor's input on overall direction is important, the project manager's role is to lead the team directly, translating strategic goals into actionable steps, not to delegate the team's immediate direction to the sponsor.
• C. A lost and confused team needs leadership and direction, not further ambiguity; allowing them to self-organize without initial guidance would likely perpetuate confusion and inefficiency.
• D. Escalating to the steering committee and immediately requesting more time is premature; the project manager's first step should be to stabilize the team internally by providing clear leadership and direction.

Concept tested. Team leadership and motivation

Reference. https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/pmbok

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