In this episode of Project Zero, host Alex Tuck interviews Amy Marshall-Carney, co-founder of Sage Echelon Consulting, about her journey from being a youthful 'natural project manager' in her personal life and early career to becoming a prominent figure in the project management world. Amy shares insights on transitioning from engineering to project management, the importance of continuous process improvement, and the role of communication and understanding in successful project management. She also offers valuable advice for aspiring project managers and discusses the significance of stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and maintaining a calm, solution-focused attitude. The conversation delves into Amy's early experiences at IBM, her progression to portfolio management, and her current role in strategic program management and change management at Sage Echelon Consulting. 

00:00 Introduction to Project Zero 

00:12 Meet Amy Marshall-Carney 

01:30 Amy's Early Experiences with Project Management 

03:40 Transitioning from Engineering to Project Management 

06:21 Amy's First Major Project at IBM 

08:31 Lessons Learned from Early Projects 

12:25 Advice for Aspiring Project Managers 

16:21 Career Progression to Program Management 

24:12 Speed Round and Fun Questions 

28:22 Amy's Ultimate Project Dream 

29:52 Conclusion and Contact Information 

Connect with Amy: 

• Email: [email protected] 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymarshallcarney/

Connect with Alex Tuck 

• Personal LinkedIn: @Alex Tuck 
• Website: www.tuckconsultinggroup.com 
• Company LinkedIn: @Tuck Consulting Group 

Email: [email protected]