3. Great PMs hold the bar high for the work they, and their teammates, do

4. Great PMs hunt for misalignment and quickly push everyone back into alignment

9. Great PMs frequently remind teammates of how their work connects to the mission

Some ways to build this habit:Say no. Or, “not yet.” Try using the phrase “ruthless prioritization” when prioritizing as a team, or saying no to an ask.Align with your team and your manager on a single prioritized source-of-truth roadmap. 

Always prioritize tasks that unblock your team members.Ask your team members often: What’s slowing you down?Look around corners—what’s a looming soon-to-be blocker that you can keep from becoming a blocker?

Include your team’s mission and/or vision in every strategy document.In kick-off meetings, find opportunities to remind the team how this random project enables the team/company to come closer to its mission.At the top of your roadmap documents, include your team Vision or Mission.

13. Great PMs amplify the successes and contributions of team members

2. Great PMs build an aura of “I’VE GOT THIS”

5. Great PMs always have a point of view, but loosely held