Exhaustion is a real thing. It not only affects our thinking, patience, and decision-making, but if it lasts too long, it can raise our stress levels and cause burnout. This should be a concern for all leaders.
Technology projects are a battle against the status quo. As leaders, it’s crucial to incorporate rest and rejuvenation into our project plan. This allows our team to recharge, celebrate their achievements, and prepare for the next phase of the project.
Forcing optimal utilisation of resources 100% of the time is a recipe for disaster. Projects are not about the optimal utilisation of limited resources. Instead, they are about solving the given problem per the acceptance criteria within the given constraints in the most productive way possible.
As leaders, we play a crucial role in taking care of the project team. Our responsibility is to ensure they have a robust plan in place, making them feel valued and integral to the project’s success.
