Project Management Professional PMP · Free Practice Question Medium
Question 31
Frances is on a project team at the Comet Corporation. The project she is working on is currently halfway through a six-month implementation. This project is an application development project that is using a traditional waterfall approach. In a recent team meeting, the project manager praised another team member, Hal, for recent progress on a large task. Frances knows that Hal is uncomfortable with public praise. What should Frances do?
- A Privately speak to Hal about the project and how the project manager did not know Hal is shy.
- B Privately let the project manager know that Hal is uncomfortable with public praise.
- C Complain to the primary stakeholders about the project manager's lack of emotional intelligence.
- D Do nothing. Hal can speak up for himself.
Reveal correct answer
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Individuals prefer praise in different ways, so letting the project manager know will help them properly manage the team while ensuring everyone is comfortable. The project manager likely did not know that Hal does not like public praise and did not intentionally try to embarrass the team member. Speaking only with Hal will not help the project manager choose the appropriate feedback method next time. Frances should not assume Hal will speak up for himself; while not gossiping, she should let the project manager know Hal is uncomfortable with the public praise. It is inappropriate for Frances to complain to the stakeholders about the project manager.Discussion
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