PMP Practice Question 338 - People
A project manager has been using predictive methodology for more than 10 years and is switching to an agile project. The team members have not previously worked together. After two sprints of work, the team has not achieved any outcome and there is a lot of pressure to get work done. What kind of leadership style should the project manager use at this stage?
- ✓ Correct A.A leadership style that coaches people who want help and fosters greater team 642 collaboration
- B.A passive leadership style that allows the team to self-organize until the norming stage is reached
- C.A democratic style that uses techniques where majority opinion prevails
- D.A directive style that makes decisions for the group to reach early outcomes
Correct answer: A
Explanation
When an agile project team has not achieved outcomes after two sprints with pressure mounting and members who have not worked together before, the project manager should use a coaching leadership style that helps people who want assistance and fosters greater team collaboration. Coaching supports both agile self-organization and team development. A passive style (B) provides insufficient guidance. A democratic style (C) is decision-focused, not development-focused. A directive style (D) contradicts agile principles.
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