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    PracticePMI PMP®PMI PMP Practice Exam 2Question 77
    Hard1 markMultiple Choice
    Task 6: Build a teamteam-integrationbehavioral-coachingteam-normsnew-team-members

    PMP · Question 77 · Task 6: Build a team

    A project manager is leading a team that has been working together successfully for eight months. A new team member with strong technical skills but limited project management experience has joined the team. The new member frequently interrupts others during meetings and makes decisions without consulting the team. Other team members are becoming frustrated. What should the project manager do?

    Answer options:

    A.

    Publicly address the behavior during the next team meeting to set clear expectations

    B.

    Assign the new team member to work independently to avoid team conflicts

    C.

    Have a private conversation with the new team member about team collaboration expectations

    D.

    Ignore the behavior since the team member has strong technical skills

    How to approach this question

    Address disruptive team behavior through private coaching that provides guidance while maintaining dignity and focusing on team collaboration expectations.

    Full Answer

    C.Have a private conversation with the new team member about team collaboration expectations✓ Correct
    New team members may not understand established team norms and collaboration practices. Private coaching provides guidance on expectations while maintaining dignity and supporting successful team integration.

    Common mistakes

    Public confrontation, isolation, or ignoring disruptive behavior instead of providing constructive guidance on team collaboration.
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