You're facing criticism about meeting tight deadlines. How can you prove your ability to deliver on time?

Deadlines are everywhere and thats one thing we need to deal with as Professionals. Now its upto us how we choose to deal with it, whether we are solution oriented or problem oriented its our choice. While setting the Goals we need to ensure SMART strategy : Simple Measurable Achievable Realistic TimeBound This is the first step we should spend some quality time on to ensure timelines are met. Be prepared, Challenges will come. Rather than brooding on the problem, spend that same time finding a solution. Look around, take help of your colleagues where possible. There is a solution to every problem.

To address criticism about my timeliness, I plan to implement several strategies: 1)Task Breakdown: I'll divide tasks into smaller, manageable subtasks to track progress more effectively. 2)Buffer Time: I’ll allocate extra time for each task to handle unexpected challenges. 3)Prioritization: I'll prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance. 4)Regular Check-Ins: I’ll establish regular updates with my manager. 5)Effective Communication: I’ll proactively communicate with my team and stakeholders. 6)Time Management Tools: I’ll use tools like Jira for better organization. 7)Continuous Improvement: I’ll reflect on my processes for future enhancements and seek feedback from peers.

As an Account Manager /Business Development Manager, I prioritise meeting deadlines by ensuring they are clearly established as the primary goal from the outset. I maintain proactive communication with all stakeholders, providing regular, transparent updates on our progress. This approach not only keeps everyone aligned but also demonstrates my commitment to effective collaboration while driving toward timely outcomes.

There is an old saying, "you are only as good as your last job ir project." Even that saying has flaws in that that project gas already been finished and that time or the glorious results you may have obtained is also in the past. Trust abd professionalism with adequate resourcing or ability to seek help should get you through to on time delivery.