A newly appointed project manager hasn't worked with the team before, which includes senior and junior members. What should the project manager do to begin building an effective relationship?

The correct answer emphasizes building rapport and understanding individual team members, which is crucial for a new project manager. Meeting individually allows the project manager to learn about each person's strengths, weaknesses, motivations, and career aspirations, enabling a tailored leadership approach. This fosters trust and respect from the outset. Scheduling one-on-one coaching sessions prematurely (incorrect option) assumes the project manager already understands the team's needs and may be perceived as critical rather than supportive. Establishing authority through ground rules and KPIs (incorrect option) is important but should follow initial relationship building; leading with rules can create a rigid, less collaborative environment. Scheduling a team-building activity (incorrect option) is a good step but should not precede personal introductions and understanding individual team members' perspectives.