Table 2: The evolution from traditional project management to Strategic Project Leadership®.

Traditional Project Management The Strategic Project Leadership® Way
Focus Output Outcome
Project Goal Delivering a Product on Time Creating Value, Business Results and Benefits
Managerial Thrust Efficiency Effectiveness, Efficiency
Mindset Operational Strategic, Operational, Human
PM Role Get the Job Done Getting the Business Results
PM Style One Size Fits All Dynamic, Adaptive Approach
Project Definition Project Scope Business Opportunity, Strategy, Competitive Advantage, Success Criteria, Project Type, Scope
Review Progress, Milestones Needs, Strategy, Expectations, Progress
Human Teams, Conflict Vision, Spirit, Motivation