Tasks

Last updated Jun 5, 2023

An activity that needs to be accomplished within a set period.

Smaller tasks that are required to complete a larger task.

Knowing where to find helpful information can help you increase your Domain knowledge.

Online research can help you increase your knowledge of industry terms, techniques, processes, and more.

Discussion with other people working on the project - from Stakeholders to team members - can help you uncover tasks that you’re still missing or clarify the smaller subtasks.

• List all the necessary tasks in your project plan
• Rearrange the tasks in the order in which your team needs to complete them
  • Consider the natural sequence of tasks
  • Consider dependencies or prerequisites for each task
• Determine milestones
  • Identify points in the project plan where you can test the work completed so far
  • Identify tasks stakeholders have a particular interest in
  • Identify tasks that carry a high risk or signal the completion of a phase or major task

Tips:

• Search online for news coverage of similar projects at other companies.
• Search online for research on topics related to your project.
• Research similar projects in other industries.
• Review your list of tasks and research the specifics of executing your work.
  • Split into sub-tasks

Tips:

• Brainstorm as a group with the team members who will likely work on those tasks
• Hold one-on-one conversations with team members about tasks whty’ll likely be responsible for completing.
• Leverage your teammates’ expertise to discover what you don’t know and to fill in gaps in your list of tasks.
• Consult with other people in your organization who are experts on given tasks.
• Have a conversation with your key stakeholders to fill in any gaps.
  • Stakeholders select mid-high interest and power
  • Prepare for the conversation:
    • Gather information ahead of time
    • Outline clear questions you need answers to
    • Present your research and your current list of tasks