To develop your knowledge and understanding of project management, you need to start
thinking about projects which come in different shapes and forms. The more you think and
the more you practice project management; you will start understanding what it is about.
The reflection summary can be written in a “learning diary format” which can be classed as
knowledge management throughout the course. Additionally, the purpose of the learning
diary is to give you the opportunity to record your own:
• Thoughts, confusions, insights and learnings.
• Gain Perspective. It helps you to think about your project from different angles.
• How are the key stakeholders influencing my projects?
• What are my greatest project risks?
• Clarity Thoughts. Clarity comes with writing. There is power is getting your random
thoughts on paper. It helps you organize your thoughts.
• Plan Next Steps. Journal where you are in your projects and what you have
accomplished.
• Identify Lessons Learned. What went well? What did not go well?
• If you had to do the project again, what would you do differently?
• Grow Personally. It helps you to see yourself more clearly. How am I leading?
• What can I do to improve my relationships?