The foot-in-the-door phenomenon refers to the tendancy for people to comply with some large request after first agreeing to a small request. Base on this phenomenon, change mange can start with small asks. ​​

It's best to update the project team on the rule of engagement when starting a new project. It's like the "We Card" sign in grocery store, workers only have to point to the sign for you to prove that you are legally to make the purchase. With the rule of engagement, It's the rules that is  understood everyone to avoid additional hassle .The following is an example guideline. 

For PM requests, please acknowledge when receiving the request within the same day. If you don't know the next step, a simple reply with "Acknowledge or ACK" is sufficient. Then reply with updates after your initial follow-up to confirm the action plan and ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival). If the ETA doesn't meet the initial timeline, please request an extension to your project manager.

During task execution, the task owner must timely update the status in Wrike or any tasking tracking system selected. Any timeline extension or blocking issue needs to be sent before the due date or notify PM as soon as possible. 

For meeting invites, it's mandatory to respond to the meeting invite. In case of tentative or not attending, please provide a reason. ​

​Laying down the ground rules reduces frictions during the project team interactions. The clear agreement  leads a high-performance team. ​

Project managers would always be ready for a 30 seconds elevator pitch for the projects. The elevator pitch should explain the problem to be solved, what the project does and why it is important or benefits. We introduce a framework to help the project manager with the preparation.​

• Did you know: engage the audience with interests and frame the problem to solve 
• What we do: explain what to offer and how 
• So that: express the benefits.

We all want to build our careers and move to the next step as fast as possible. However, you might not see that happen as you expected. There are many factors to it. You may not be aware of lacking skills to do the job. People who make decisions might not see you as a qualified candidate. Or there are no opportunities to take. However, don't stop working on your goal. We share some simple actions that you can take at any time to prepare for your subsequent career growth. 

• Carefully draft every email you send. Take it as an excellent practice for your communication skills and a way to show your expertise. People do read them and will change their impressions of you. 
• Provide solutions to your team and manager whenever you have a chance to add value.
• Give a brief and concise summary of your work and your team in meetings and conversations.
• Lead by examples to show high-quality work.
• Gain more knowledge of your organization and industry 

These will not bring immediate opportunities but will make you ready for the next one because people will see you as a leader they can count on to get things done well.

If you are starting your career, there is a simple trick to advance quickly: do more and do better. "Doing more" means taking every opportunity available, whether volunteering or accepting additional job responsibilities, even if you're busy. These experiences expose you to new environments, domains, and people crucial for your future development. Additionally, these tasks can help you discover your strengths and build new knowledge and skills.

If you cannot take on more tasks, focus on improving-“Do better.” Always look for ways to improve your current job by finding new tools and processes or learning new technologies from others. 

When you do more and improve, people will notice your efforts, and you will become a much more valuable candidate for higher positions or broader responsibilities.