A project manager leads three projects in a program focused on product commercialization. After the projects enter the market, the project manager stopped attending recurring team meetings. The program manager asks that the project manager continue attending those meetings to keep team touchpoints, but the project manager believes the program manager should handle them. How should the project manager handle this request?

The best approach is to schedule a meeting to discuss the differing perspectives and agree on a decision. This promotes open communication, allows both parties to understand each other's viewpoints, and facilitates a collaborative solution that aligns with program objectives and roles. Politely informing the program manager that attendance is no longer required is dismissive and does not address the program manager's concern. Replying by email suggesting a division of responsibilities is less effective than a direct discussion for resolving conflict and reaching a mutual understanding. Attending only market launch meetings is a unilateral decision that ignores the program manager's request for continued team touchpoints.