How many of us have inherited a project in mid-stream? Show of hands? Everyone? Sounds about right. If you haven't yet...you will. And, much like buying a used car, there will be surprises. The question is, did you inherit something in decent working order or did you inherit a lemon?
Sometimes you can tell by the reason the previous project manager gave up the reins to the project. If he left the company against his will, then you can probably assume it will be a mess. If he left for a better job at another company or left the project for one that he was specifically needed on (had a good history with the client or had a skill set that was needed by the new project), then you can likely assume it will be in decent shape when you take it over...
Sometimes you can tell by the reason the previous project manager gave up the reins to the project. If he left the company against his will, then you can probably assume it will be a mess. If he left for a better job at another company or left the project for one that he was specifically needed on (had a good history with the client or had a skill set that was needed by the new project), then you can likely assume it will be in decent shape when you take it over...
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