Complex projects can be implemented successfully by general managers as well as specialists. They have experience that they gained from similar projects – and more importantly, they fit the client’s needs:
Strategic, visionary understanding of the business
Results-oriented
Strong analytical, conceptual skills (the ability to think “outside the box”)
Experience from similar projects
Openness to change
Strong staying power and perseverance
Acceptance in the company
Natural skill at leadership
Skilled communicator (change agent)
Project management skills (maintaining an overview, self-disciplined, ability to improvise)