This client meeting is quite important as we are currently at the phase of gathering requirements and we are meeting the client for the 1st time! Not exactly the first, but first time for the 3 of us, as the 2 who originally met them couldn't make it this morning.
I took up the PM role for this FYP and I really hope to correct all the flaws and letdowns in the previous FYP team that I'm in. It was a painful lesson for us then but it is also a worthy learning opportunity for all of us.
The role of a PM is huge. I take this as a challenge for myself to learn and grow. I am also committed to make this FYP an efficient and productive journey, not like previously, endless long and unproductive meetings which is a waste of everybody's time. As a PM, the welfare of the group members matters, and I hope I can also manage my team members well and cater to the best for the group's needs. Let this be an opportunity for me to try new stuff, to learn and to grow.
The client meeting went very smoothly, as the clients were surprisingly receptive and nice. We had a great meeting. We met at 9.45am and entered the meeting room at 10.30am. We prepared powerpoint slides but there weren't any projectors in the meeting room, so we ended up having to present using my laptop, and Thu took the minutes.
I kicked off the presentation by explaining to them our project scope, team structure and plans. Fortunately, I had much experience in dealing with clients due to my previous internship learning experiences, I had not much of a problem gathering requirements. I even posed questions which might be essential for our project.
I'm rather glad and grateful that my clients are rather receptive and my team mates are very nice too. I can feel that all of us are really working very hard for the best of the project. We communicate well, receptive towards each other and don't mind taking up tasks and responsibilities. This is crucial. For a team to work well, everyone needs to know what everyone is doing. I'll make sure this happens for this FYP.
After the client meeting, we went to have lunch at the newly opened Pastamania in school. Aww, sinful as it is, but still, it is good. I dont remember having meals with my previous FYP team and all that we met up was for project, project and project. Team bonding is essential.
So many things I will do it differently as a PM and I do hope to cater to the best for the team. =) Challenges expected and I guess I'm ready for it.
Coping with my other modules, with faith, I'm sure I can manage. Excellence shall be all that we will head for! =)
After that, I went to the bookstore to grab some markers for the meeting tonight and bought some cards. I decided to drop by a member's place tonight as I couldn't home visit him yesterday due to my migraine and unwell body. He is having exams tomorrow already and I think the least I could do is to drop him an encouragement before he starts his exam. I'm sure it will help.
So many point of reflections for just this morning alone and I decide to really do my best for everything. I shall correct my flaws bit by bit everyday and make sure I'm a improved person everyday.
Just received whatsapp message from my dearest sister asking me about my flu and migraine. Feels so loved. Thanks alot sis!
I'm actually fine now, except for some minor flu.
I hope I'm well enough to go out for a run tonight or tmr morning.
Life's great if you live your life to be one!
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