Interesting short post on hiring project managers on the Discerning e-Discovery Blog by Fios Inc.'s Director of Client Services, Matthew Lane, PMP, Ph.D. In part four of a series on "brining order to chaos," Mr. Lane warns us to NOT hire project managers.
Isn't it strange for someone with "PMP" after his name to advise against hiring project managers? Not after you read beyond the hook.
He writes: "My number one piece of advice on hiring project managers: do not hire project managers into your organization. Instead, build an internal career ladder that allows junior staff to obtain and demonstrate project management skills and characteristics prior to assuming the role."
I see his point. While a seasoned project manager can bring a lot of value to an organization trying to get itself organized, for companies with a mature project management infrastructure in place, it makes sense to nurture the talent you have. As Mr. Lane points out: "The project manager is a high-profile position that demands a strong command of various skill sets, and hiring mistakes in this area can be painful and costly."
For his brief set of tips on creating a plan for identifying and selecting your next project manager from within, visit his post here: http://www.discoveryresources.org/discerning-e-discovery/bringing-order-to-chaos-part-4-do-not-hire-project-managers/
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