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Use this checklist for every new project kickoff. Tick each item before the kickoff meeting to ensure a smooth, professional start. A well-run kickoff sets the tone for the entire project.

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📋 Pre-Kickoff (Complete Before the Meeting)

• [ ] Project Charter is complete and signed off
• [ ] Project Scope (SOW & WBS) is documented
• [ ] Project Team has been identified and added to the Project Team database
• [ ] All team members have access to this Notion workspace
• [ ] Stakeholder Register is populated with key contacts
• [ ] Project added to the Projects database with correct dates and owner
• [ ] Initial Risk Register populated with known risks
• [ ] Project Budget approved and entered in the Budget database
• [ ] Kickoff meeting scheduled and invites sent
• [ ] Kickoff agenda prepared (use the Meeting Agenda Template)

🎯 Kickoff Meeting

• [ ] Team introductions completed
• [ ] Project objectives and scope reviewed with all attendees
• [ ] Roles and responsibilities confirmed
• [ ] Project timeline and milestones walked through
• [ ] Communication plan explained (how, when, who)