Also, there's a theory that projects take the time you give them. There are some deadlines that are too short that can't be hit, but if you have a project your

Also, there's a theory that projects take the time you give them. There are some deadlines that are too short that can't be hit, but if you have a project your team has done before in 4 weeks and give them 8 weeks, it'll take 8 weeks. The reason is it can always be improved. There are always more edge cases and more automation that can be added. Plus, many people would gladly work at half speed rather than full speed if the outcome was the same (daily compensation, praise, success, etc.).