We recently got this message from MPUG member, Varun Gupta:

I was hired to work for a residential and commercial real estate development company recently. On my first day of employment, I was handed a MS Project schedule which contained over 30,000 activities and was resource loaded with 2,100 resources. The schedule had been prepared by an accountant, and they wanted someone with a project management background to turn things around. I struggled and struggled and contacted many well-known industry professionals but wasn’t able to find success. Ultimately, I was fired from the job!

How frustrating and disappointing for this project manager and all involved, it sounds like. The obvious take away is: don’t hire an accountant to create a project schedule! Eek!

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MPUG has a global network of over 200,000 project management professionals across 170+ countries. For over 25 years, it has served as a premier platform fostering connection, knowledge sharing, and professional development within the project management community. MPUG champions the use of technology to optimize project management processes. It offers a comprehensive suite of resources and services, including live sessions, accredited training courses, informative lessons, industry articles, and interactive discussion forums. Committed to empowering its members to "Master Projects for Unlimited Growth," MPUG equips our members with the latest industry trends and propels their career advancement. Whether you're a budding project manager or a seasoned practitioner, MPUG provides an invaluable platform to hone your skills and bolster your project management expertise.

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