Stop starting projects in your head. Start with a plan.
The free Project Starter Checklist:
two pages to pin down what "done" means, who's involved, and what could go wrong before any work starts.
Set your project up before you do a single task. Work through each section before kickoff, check off what you've confirmed, and treat anything you can't check as a signal, not a blocker. Note it and make a plan.
It takes about 15 minutes.
What’s Inside:
Define the project: what you're building, why it exists, and what "done" actually means
Align on goals: objectives, milestones, budget, and a realistic timeline
Know your stakeholders: who's involved, who decides, and how you'll stay in touch
Set up for success: your tools, file naming, and kickoff and meeting cadence
Surface risks and assumptions: what could go wrong, and what you're taking for granted
Kickoff ready: agenda, scope boundaries, roles, and a note-taker
The PM's gut check: honest questions to answer before you press go