Project Management Presentation - Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving ProjectA Presentation Invitations2 weeks before the actual dinner, invitations will go out in three formats.EmailPhone callsOne on oneThe email will be sent out first. In a few days, relatives will be called in order to get their RSVP. One on one conversation will happen with the relatives who we see on a regular basis. Discussing Possible ConflictThere are several sources of possible conflict they include:Gay Couple and elderly relatives’ prejudiceDivorced coupleAtheist relativeLong standing feud between sisters.All of these conflicts will be addressed before the meal in order to ascertain promises of “good behavior” and “understanding” from the interested parties. Buying the FoodTurkeyCranberriesPotatoesHamYamsStuffingDrinksGravyRadishesVegetablesDessert Cleaning the HouseThis will be the task for the few days before Thanksgiving. It will involve deep cleaning in a “spring cleaning” methodology with all nooks cleaned and shined. Discussion between the Project Manager and Project Sponsor concerning the hiring of a professional cleaning service will take place one week before Thanksgiving noting the budget and the state of the house. Cooking the TurkeyThe cooking of the turkey will commence the night before the holiday, slow cooked in order to ensure maximum flavor. The stuffing will also be part of it. PreparationAs the turkey is cooking, the