Here's how you can ensure successful project completion by setting clear deadlines.

Working on any project without defining goals is like shooting in the dark. However, not all goals are created equal; your goals should be SMART. Let's break down here SMART goals: S - Specific, each goal should be tackling a direct point. M- Measurable: You need to be able to measure progress toward your goal. A - Acheabivable: the only gain from setting an unrealistic goal is to waste your resources and demotivate your team. R - Relevant: do you know if this goal fits within the project vision? T—Time-bound: Your boss will need this project completed as soon as possible, so your goals should have clear timelines. Lastly, after setting your SMART goals, you should discuss them with your team to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Before the Start project should be pre plan and not to be changed every step if it's not necessary or emergency.This will effect your cost and work will delay

Don't just define goals; prioritize them. Use a ranking system or weighting method to determine the relative importance of each goal. This helps you focus on the most critical aspects of the project and allocate resources accordingly.

I focus mostly on technology implementations. However assigning tasks in an implementation like any other project is crucial to ensure clarity, accountability, and efficiency. It helps delineate responsibilities, preventing overlap and confusion. By assigning tasks, team members understand their specific roles and deadlines, which promotes organized progress and timely completion.

Hold a "deadline negotiation" session. Instead of simply dictating deadlines, involve your team in a collaborative discussion to determine realistic timeframes for each task. This fosters ownership and commitment to meeting the agreed-upon deadlines.

Monitoring progress against deadlines ensures timely detection of delays, maintains project momentum, and enables proactive adjustments. Typically good to have a project lead who monitors progress. This helps to manage resources effectively and achieve project goals within the stipulated time frame.

Don't just adjust timelines; document the reasons. Keep a detailed log of why deadlines were missed or adjusted. This helps you identify recurring patterns or issues that can be addressed in future projects to improve planning and execution.

Incentivizing and rewarding success are two of the most important aspects of hitting project or goal targets successfully. Understanding the "why" thats tied to a tangible end game of praise or being rewarded is a driving force in operational teams. Rewarding success is a healthy tactic for building on your foundation of internal culture. Rewarding success is a light-hearted and compassionate way at ensuring recognition, humans naturally crave attention and praise. If you're setting a goal or agenda to achieve something beneficial towards yourself or leadership, it should be a two way street.

Build in buffer time for unexpected delays. Estimate the duration of each task and then add a percentage (e.g., 10-20%) to account for unforeseen challenges or obstacles. This creates a cushion and reduces the risk of missed deadlines. Foster a culture of open communication where team members feel comfortable raising concerns or asking for help when needed. This allows for early intervention and prevents small issues from becoming major roadblocks.

Muitas vezes existe um foco enorme para a realização do projeto e depois que fazem a entrega, não existe um retorno com todos os envolvidos, seja de forma de agradecimento, parabenização, celebração da conquista ou analisar erros e boas práticas. Isso ajuda as pessoas fazerem um fechamento do ciclo e se planejarem melhor para uma próxima entrega.