careerInherited Project
#RI-69b39ff9·3 months ago·
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“Inherited a failing project with no clear direction”
What Actually Happened
The project has gone through 6 handovers, with each person struggling to make progress due to its poor state. I'm now facing the challenge of untangling the mess and finding a way forward.
What I wish I knew
"More about the project's history and the reasons behind its poor state"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Be cautious when inheriting a project with a troubled history, and take the time to understand its complexities before making decisions"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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