Hi! I work at a big company and have always wanted to run my own project with my own team. Recently, a manager quit, and his project is being given to me. BUT! I think it might be a “sinking ship”. If I take it and things go badly, it could hurt my career, I might even have to quit, like Linda Yaccarino.
Do you think I should take this promotion?

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  • Joycelyn Jackson

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    There will always be challenges. Maybe the test is to see if you have the courage to try. Sometimes the adverse situations are not there to see if you... will fail but if you are willing to fight for your dreams. The right opportunity can pass us by while we are waiting for the perfect situation. These are just my thoughts. It has to be your decision because it will determine your destiny alone, not mine or anyone else’s who responds. Continued success and God blessings on your life and career. more

  • Yes take it. Believe in yourself. This is your opportunity to succeed not to fail. Negative thoughts service no place in a winners mindset. Either you... can or you will; to not is not an option. Get that W and reward yourself later.  more

  • Have faith in yourself. If you think you're going to fail, you will....... Go in, Do your best.......Win!

  • "Evaluation" is distinct element of the project management cycle. His departure is a logical juncture to seek an updated evaluation of the project. ... That way, you're at least establishing the baseline situation at the point you were given the project.  more

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  • Why are you contemplating a possible failure?. Even if you fail and have to quit , you have actually learnt how not to handle such a puzzle next time.... Go forward , life is replete with such puzzles, even in little things. The courage to take a plunge counts. Move. more

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  • I would take the opportunity and focus on how it could benefit your career if you succeed, rather than worrying about how it might hurt if you fail.... I’m confident you have what it takes to make it work — so go for it! Don’t let fear hold you back. Even if things don’t go exactly as planned, this experience could still open the door to something even better. more

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  • People don't quit for no reason. Stay far away that project as possible. Who knows what mistakes lie within the previous pesron.

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  • We have helped create over 1000 millionaires in our 40yr career. Would you like to be the next one? Do you have the drive commitment and hard work to... get it done? more

  • You should go for it, not because you are 100% assured of success, but because you shouldn't be afraid to fail. So you either fail trying or do... nothing at all. plus, its part of life more

  • Become your own boss
    Build a team
    Be a leader
    Work when you want
    Ask me how
    Ianjewell09@gmail.com
    Good luck
    #sacktheboss

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  • There will always be challenges. Maybe the test is to see if you have the courage to try. Sometimes the adverse situations are not there to see if you... will fail but if you are willing to fight for your dreams. The right opportunity can pass us by while we are waiting for the perfect situation. These are just my thoughts. It has to be your decision because it will determine your destiny alone, not mine or anyone else’s who responds. Continued success and God blessings on your life and career. more