Discuss PMI PMP Exam Topic 1 Question 76

A project manager needs the team to define the steps and identify the risks of migrating data to a new system. What type of leadership should the project manager use to accomplish this?

AServant

BDynamic

CLaissez-faire

DTransformational

Suggested Answer: A

= The project manager should use a servant leadership style to accomplish this task. A servant leader is someone who focuses on serving the needs and interests of the team, rather than directing or controlling them. A servant leader empowers the team to make decisions, fosters collaboration and trust, and supports the team's growth and development. A servant leader can help the team define the steps and identify the risks of migrating data to a new system by facilitating discussions, providing guidance, removing impediments, and ensuring alignment with the project vision and goals.Reference: (Project Management Professional (PMP) Reference Materials source and documents)

A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide) -- Seventh Edition, Chapter 3: Project Management and Delivery Principles, Section 3.2: Leadership

Agile Practice Guide, Chapter 2: An Agile Mindset, Section 2.2: Empowerment and Collaboration

[PMP Exam Content Outline], Domain III: People, Task 7: Lead a team.

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22 comments · newest first

Lelia 11 months ago

Transformational could work too, but not sure it’s the best fit.

Tu 11 months ago

Surprised no one mentioned Dynamic leadership!

Evelynn 12 months ago

Laissez-faire seems risky for such a critical task.

Kanisha 12 months ago

Totally agree, they focus on the team's needs!

Irving 1 year ago

I think a Servant leader is best for this.

Leslie 1 year ago

I feel like Transformational leadership could inspire the team to embrace the change, but I'm not confident if that's the best fit for defining steps.

Joesph 1 year ago

Laissez-faire seems too hands-off for this situation. The team needs guidance to identify risks, right?

Oliva 1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember a practice question that mentioned Dynamic leadership being effective in fast-changing environments. Could that apply here?

Aretha 1 year ago

I think the project manager should use a Servant leadership style since it focuses on supporting the team and ensuring they have what they need to succeed.

Florinda 1 year ago

I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. Based on the details provided, I think the project manager should use a dynamic leadership style. They'll need to be adaptable and responsive as the team navigates the risks and steps of the migration process.

Patrick 1 year ago

Transformational leadership seems like the best fit here. The project manager would need to inspire the team, provide a clear vision, and empower them to tackle the challenges of the data migration. Servant leadership could also work, but might not provide enough direction.

Tyisha 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. The question is asking about the appropriate leadership style, but there are a few options that could potentially work. I'll need to think through the pros and cons of each approach.

Diego 1 year ago

This seems like a straightforward question about project management leadership styles. I think the key is identifying the type of leadership that would be most effective in guiding the team through the data migration process.

Aracelis 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused about the difference between a workflow process and a business rule. I'll need to review those concepts before deciding on the best approach here.

Jeanice 1 year ago

Okay, let me think this through. Since the nodes are connected to the same subnet, the engineer likely needs to configure a floating IP address that can be accessed regardless of which node is active. I'll go with option D.

Samuel 1 year ago

Okay, let me see... I think the key here is understanding what a RuleApp is used for. I'll need to draw on my knowledge of business logic and deployment.

Leanora 2 years ago

Laissez-faire felt least relevant. Team guidance is crucial here, don't you think?

Slyvia 2 years ago

I thought about Dynamic, but it seemed too broad. Servant is more focused on the team.

Della 2 years ago

Makes sense. But I chose Servant leadership. It's about supporting and enabling the team.

Billy 2 years ago

I went with Transformational. It's about inspiring and guiding the team through changes.

Chanel 3 years ago

I found it tricky. Not sure which leadership style fits best for defining steps and risks.

Jerrod 3 years ago

What do you guys think about the leadership question in the exam?

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