2005 6 week schedule

[Swampdude]

Plans are good, but don't hang yourself by them. I suggest you set milestones, i.e. chassis done by 1/20 for example. I also suggest you set that date a little ahead of reality. Then go nuts on your teammates when that date slips. This will invigorate the doers, and you will be on your way to becoming a true project manager. Don't get caught resting on an accomplishment. People will have a tendency to say "hey look how good we're doing" then want to cancel a meeting etc. But in this game, progress always matters. You have to keep moving, even if you think you're ahead. 6 weeks is nothing, so be realistic about the actual amount of time your team will be meeting and working. Many teams can't seem to get together enough.