With 2 development projects, my plates are more than full. One of that project is a high visible one – progress report goes up to top executives at offshore and at client’s place. For the past 3 – 4 days, I have worked almost 20 hrs/day. There is no appreciation of the hard work, there are only issues to resolve. I have been squeezing my little brain to resolve people issues, planning mistakes and putting up with management pitfalls. Recently I read a quote, to plough a field one needs two strong oxen; not 1000 chickens. When these projects started, I was asked to induct project interns and whoever was available at that time. I persisted to get at least one experienced candidate. Now with all these issues the management is realizing that we don’t have an oxen. Little late, but nevertheless not too late. There are remedial actions taking place, but running against tight schedule and implementing a transition is no easy job. I have been doing well so far (I guess). I hope to see through this tough time and deliver this project meeting expectations.