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Question #: 503
Topic #: 1
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A high-performing team member's performance has been consistently increasing over the past year, leaving other peers behind. The project manager has been reluctant to publicly recognize the team member's contributions for fear of discouraging others. The project manager is also concerned that the team member may leave if not rewarded for the contributions made.
What should the project manager do?

  • A. Promote the higher performing team member to a higher position
  • B. Request the high-performing team member to mentor the other team members
  • C. Remind the high-performing team member to focus on shared rewards rather than individual rewards
  • D. Reward the high-performing team member privately to avoid team disruption
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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

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sweety433
3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: B
If we think from Engineer standpoint, no body likes to get recognised privately so definitely not D. For me it looks the option is B, mentoring others enable other engineers to grow.
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Kim222
3 weeks, 1 day ago
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I Select option B
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caglover01
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Interesting. The practice exam for PM ProLearn says B.
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Bruce_Liu
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: B
B is the PMP spirit, empower and encourage team collaboration and knowledge sharing.
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nyasimba
6 months, 4 weeks ago
The project manager should Request the high performing team member to mentor other team members. B
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josephsafiran
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: B
The project manager should **B. Request the high-performing team member to mentor the other team members**. This approach not only recognizes the high-performing team member's skills and contributions, but also leverages their expertise to uplift the entire team. It can foster a collaborative and learning-oriented environment, which can benefit all team members and the project as a whole. It's important to communicate this in a way that highlights the value of the high-performing team member's knowledge and the benefit to the team, rather than as a remedial measure. This can help maintain team morale and cohesion.
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odylec
9 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: C
C because with be B the other members maybe be disappointed.
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Only12go
11 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: B
By choosing this option, the project manager is creating a win-win situation where the high-performing member feels valued, and the entire team benefits from their expertise.
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kevzzz
1 year ago
Selected Answer: B
https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/your-go-getters-keep-them-11217 You want to groom this high performer for future leadership roles within the company.
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Aish_
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: B
"The project manager is also concerned that the team member may leave if not rewarded for the contributions made" Option D will negatively affect this. So it cannot be the answer. Option D lacks transparency and the team may expect a public recognition instead of private. So Option B is better: The team being assigned as a mentor to others itself is a recognition to the team and it also helps the other team members to grow.
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Aish_
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: B
Cons of Option D: Lack of Transparency: Keeping rewards private might lead to a lack of transparency within the team, potentially eroding trust and team cohesion. Missed Learning Opportunity: Public recognition provides a learning opportunity for other team members to understand what constitutes exceptional performance and how it's valued. Retention Concerns: If the high-performing team member values public recognition and opportunities for growth, private rewards might not effectively address their needs. So Option B is better. The team being assigned as a mentor to others itself is a recognition to the team and it also helps the other team members to grow.
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SynikalDemon
1 year, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: B
Privately reward and ask him not to make it public sounds like a disaster.
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SteAle
1 year, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: B
https://www.examtopics.com/discussions/pmi/view/56029-exam-pmp-topic-1-question-2505-discussion/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/6-reasons-why-mentorship-rewarding-uthra-ramachandran/
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smartrammy
1 year, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: B
B. Request the high-performing team member to mentor the other team members: Recognize the skills and expertise of the high-performing team member by asking them to share their knowledge and experiences with other team members. This allows the high-performing team member to contribute further to the team's overall success while also helping to uplift and develop the skills of their peers.
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Hung3102
1 year, 5 months ago
I will go with D the best option is D, to reward the high-performing team member privately to avoid team disruption while still acknowledging their contributions. This will help maintain team cohesion while ensuring the high-performing team member feels valued and motivated to continue contributing. It is also important for the project manager to communicate the reasons for the private recognition and reassure other team members that their contributions are also appreciated.
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Weslineo
1 year, 6 months ago
Reminding the high performer that team work should be the focus rather than self focus,this will encourage team work and also I have been in a situation in my company where management rewarded us primary as a result of our review performance.I think it not good to have answers that can be both correct for the same circumstances,I have seen many in this regard. C and D are correct for the present situation.
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Weslineo
1 year, 6 months ago
''rewarded us privately''
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AndyTokyo608
1 year, 7 months ago
Selected Answer: C
C is correct.
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