As I went on my journey as a technical project manager, my initial concerns weren't centered around project logistics or timelines. Instead, I found myself pondering a crucial question: how do you cultivate genuine relationships with your technical team? As many project managers rely on their past experiences to guide them, it became clear that this might not be enough, especially when faced with teams working in established patterns.

Perhaps you've faced similar challenges – feeling that your team is becoming increasingly detached, or hearing a reluctant silence during sprint retrospectives. One mentee shared his experience as the sole manager of a development team burdened with unexpected customer demands. As time passed, the team's enthusiasm decayed, a pattern that resonates with anyone who's seen their guidance met with indifference.

How do you bridge the trust gap, and earn the respect your role demands? I am sharing 3 essential steps to help you achieve just that.

👉 respect their expertise

👉 be a problem solver

👉 set clear expectations

These 3 tips aren't just theoretical concepts; they're tried-and-true practices that have transformed relationships within countless teams. As colleagues and friends approached me with their own trust-related issues, I shared these principles. Remarkably, their focus shifted, and their teams rallied behind them. It's a testament to the power of a manager who invests in building relationships – the simplest yet most vital ingredient for success.

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Timeline

00:00 A project manager’s issue: Building relationships with the team

01:15 The value of the episode：3 tips to gaining trust with the team

02:12 Tips #1：respect their expertise

02:45 Tips #2：be a problem solver

03:09 Tips #3：set clear expectations

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