Identify two ways a project manager can manage "upward relationships."

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


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Project managers have to accept profound differences in perspective and become skilled at the art of persuading superiors. They can do this most effectively after they have proved their loyalty. Project managers must show that they consistently follow through on requests and adhere to parameters established by top management. They have to cultivate strong ties with project sponsors and pick optimum times to appeal to top management.

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A) Administrator. B) Ambassador. C) Risk taker. D) Visionary.

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Continuous monitoring, in the contemporary approach, is beneficial because

A. organization response time is increased. B. organizational flexibility is reduced. C. it reduces time lags. D. it increases the time it takes to detect changes in the competitive environment.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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