At some point in your Client Project you will be asked to be the Project Manager. While I'm pretty sure you heard the term before, in case it's not quite clear for you what is about when it comes to The Data School, here's a little intro.

Before the initial client call, check your emails. Sometimes Lorna or other coach will email you requirements, data, useful info etc. Don't worry if not, just in case they do, keep an eye on it is always good.

Before the client call, make sure you have created a document for notes and use the Project Question Master. It's on Drive - Data School - Projects

One thing to remember is to ask many questions during the call - I know it's a team effort, but in case they're a bit shy, try to lead that-   At the end of it summarize the brief, make sure everybody is on the same page and right that summary down. Documenting as much as possible will help you throughout the project, will also help with the reflective log. Before the end of the call don't forget to schedule a catch-up call whenever it suits both sides.

The next thing for you is to come up with a plan. This could be a discussion as well, but you're expected to organize a document that has an hourly breakdown of what is going to happen (ideally) during each day. This helps a lot. Then try to group the people according to the task and make them finish their user stories by around 2pm the same day. After that you can lean back. Sort of. One thing that can bit a bit annoying during your time as a PM that there's actually not much to do. Be always available in case they need help, check on your team mates every couple of hours, make sure everybody knows what they're doing and why. Reach out for help if they need it. To be useful you can start writing your reflective log, write a blog, or create the dashboard template.

On presentation day, make sure you schedule a practice run and set up the event area a good 10 minutes before the presentation, so there will be no awkward technical issues. You will look a lot more professional this way.

Peter Hajnal DS | 33