Common Scenarios

• Client asks for one more feature that turns into a month of work
• Stakeholders have conflicting priorities
• The original project scope keeps expanding

Strategies That Work

1. Document everything - Written scope agreements protect everyone
2. Say yes, then prioritize - We can do that, let us figure out where it fits
3. Make trade-offs visible - If we add X, we push Y. Which matters more?
4. Regular check-ins with your manager - They can push back at a higher level
5. Time-box exploration - Let me spend 2 hours looking into feasibility

What are your strategies for managing scope?