Laugh, Learn, Lead - The Project Ecosystem

Laugh, Learn, Lead - The Project Ecosystem

By Jeanette CremorBusinessEducationManagement
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Laugh, Learn, Lead - The Project Ecosystem episodes

  • It's Who You Know with Janine Garner
    In this episode Janine Garner shares her journey from corporate executive to best-selling author, leadership trainer and internationally acclaimed speaker.
    We talk about:
    • her book “It’s Who you Know” and the four key people to have in your network
    • why it is important to invest in the next generation of business leaders
    • a sneak preview of her new book “Be Brilliant” and
    • how she integrates family and work.

    Janine believes that today, more than ever we need people, teams and companies willing to put in the extra needed to be truly brilliant. That we need leaders who are connected to their purpose and who will drive change. We need individuals brilliant enough to lead both in today’s complex environment and into tomorrow’s unknowns.This requires collaboration, transformation and leverage and it demands better conversations, training and connection.
    Janine believes everyone has brilliance within waiting to be unleashed and this is why she does the work that she does.
    You will gain multiple insights for you, your team and business – grab a pen, strap yourself in and enjoy our conversation.
    Buy Janine’s bookhttps://janinegarner.com.au/books/Connect with her on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/janinegarner/Follow her on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/janinemgarner/Follow her on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/janinegarner/


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    51 min
  • What is a business project
    In this episode Jeanette outlines her definition of a business project.
    The dictionary definition of a project is “an individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim”
    Let’s simplify that definition.A business project is the change vehicle to achieve a goal (strategy).It has a set period of time, with a sequence of tasks, involving people with different skills to working collaboratively to achieve a great result.
    Have you heard the saying “a goal without a plan is just a wish”?
    All business projects must have a plan that integrates the three business pillars – people, process and technology.
    When you are planning and implementing a business project all of these components must be considered:
    • Scope
    • Deliverables
    • Budget
    • Resources
    • Timeline
    • Risk and issue management
    • Communication
    • Documentation

    Examples of different types of business projects will be shared in future episodes.

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    14 min
  • Introduction to Season 2 - Simplify to Amplify
    Welcome to Season 2 – simplify your systems to amplify your resultsIf you are new to the show, thank you for joining me in 2020. If you are a regular from last year, I am thankful to have you here again.
    Why the theme?
    When I peel back the multi layers and complex conversations around the term “digital transformation” it is really about one or two things – time or money.Business projects are the change vehicle to plan and implement your strategies (your big picture, your elephant).You may be experiencing business growth, you or your team members are wearing multiple hats or there has been little attention given to the three business pillars – people, process and technology.
    In this season, the episodes will cover four key areas to help you plan and implement your business projects:
    • Design your big picture
    • Plan with purpose
    • Stay on track
    • Lead your team

    I am looking forward to this season, it is going to be a place to laugh, learn, lead.

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    13 min
  • 2020 looking to the year ahead with Jeanette Cremor
    Last week I shared my year that was. Did you get a chance to reflect on your year and what you want from 2020?
    To help you get started today I will share a process from my Planning with Purpose workshop.This repeatable process works for organisations and individuals:
    • WHY (strategy)
    • WHAT & WHEN (plan)
    • HOW & WHO (do)
    • BENEFIT (review)

    Life happens and we can get distracted from our goals.To stay on track, I share my tips:
    • Repeat the process every 90 days
    • Use the power of three
    • Allocate time weekly
    • Find an accountability buddy

    Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday with your family and friends.
    If you would like some help to map out your 2020, book a 30min in my calendar. I will give you a call to discuss what might work best for you.

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    20 min
  • 2019 the year that was with Jeanette Cremor
    They say time flies when you’re having fun but seriously, I blinked and it is November with about 23 working days until Christmas holiday break.On reflection of the year that was, my top three highlights for each of the key areas.
    Personal Moments
    • January – arrival of granddaughter Willow
    • April – launch of this podcast show
    • July – refreshed content with new programs, new workshops

    Guest interviews (executives, delivery leads, vendors) – value your network, I am grateful for my guest’s time and for sharing their stories and insights
    • Build teams and relationships
    • Lead and adapt
    • Digital transformation has been around for a while

    Client engagement lessons
    • Not clear on WHY
    • Programs have outcomes, projects are the vehicle to achieve them
    • Keep it simple

    JC self-awareness
    • Self-sabotage
    • Connection and sense of team is important
    • Distraction without purpose

    What are your 2019 highlights? Reflect and write it down.
    • What did I achieve
    • What did I learn
    • What do I want next year

    Thank you for your support. It would be great if you would rate and review the show to help others find it.

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    30 min
  • Project Leadership in Action with Jeanette Cremor
    In this episode it’s me, your host JC sharing something I strongly believe continues to get in our way of project success as we look for others to lead.
    Today I am sharing a key component of The Project Ecosystem ® a strategy and learning framework I developed back in 2017. I believe leadership is the centre piece acting as the glue that brings everything together:
    • self-leadership (who I am)
    • practice leadership (what I do)
    • approach leadership (how I do it)

    Project success demands leadership and we all have a role to play.Self-awareness is the first step to understand the impact you are having on your team and stakeholders.
    Research and surveys tell us:
    • developing leadership skills of project professionals is a high priority
    • actively engaged sponsors are critical for achieving the project goals
    • poor or lack of communication is a significant factor for project failure

    I work with Project Sponsors, Project Managers and their teams to create confident collaborators, influencers and leaders.

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    21 min
  • Unpack with JC - Psychological safety in the workplace
    Last episode I caught up with Karen Ferris, self-professed organisational change management rebel with a cause.We talked about her book ‘Game On! Tactics to Win When Leading Change is Everyone’s Business’, why change management is needed for all projects and what we can each do to make a difference.
    Today I talk about the term ‘psychological safety’ something Karen referenced. In Amy Edmondson’s words she says ‘it is a shared belief that the team is safe for interpersonal risk taking’.I know on occasions I have felt embarrassed, bullied, anxious…to have a voice.Project teams must create environments for each of us to feel safe and valued. We all bring our strengths, our stories and our dreams to work.When we learn from our mistakes and share ideas, we make better decisions.Let us share and celebrate our uniqueness to experience team success.
    JC Three Tips
    1. Get to know each other
    2. Establish team norms
    3. Collaboration is learning

    My favourite Karen quote from our conversation ‘transformation is not new, disruption is’

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    17 min
  • Game On change is with Karen Ferris
    In this episode I catch up with Karen Ferris, self-professed organisational change management rebel with a cause.She is acclaimed internationally as an author and speaker, with industry acknowledgement of her reputation as a Thought Leader, she provides both strategic and practical advice and insights to her audiences.
    We talk about:
    • Her background in IT and now as a trusted change leader;
    • Why she wrote her book ‘Game On!’;
    • Why we need change management in all projects;
    • What can each of us do to make a difference; and
    • What she enjoys most working with her clients.

    Karen’s ability to share her experience and knowledge ensures that everyone is empowered to make a difference within their organisation.In 2011, Karen authored the acclaimed publication ‘Balanced Diversity – A Portfolio Approach to Organisational Change’ introducing a new and innovative framework for ensuring that changes become embedded into the fabric of the organisation.
    This year saw the publication of Karen’s second book “Game On! Tactics to Win When Leading Change is Everyone’s Business”. In this book, Karen introduces us to the tactics needed to be resilient and successful – tactics that enable you and your organization to triumph in the face today’s challenges of constant change.
    Buy her book and to find out more about Karen
    Connect with her on LinkedIn



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    32 min
  • Unpack with JC - Prepare and facilitate workshops with confidence
    Last episode I caught up with Shane Hatton, a leadership communication speaker, author and trainer.
    We talked about his book ‘Lead the Room’, what is good communication and how we can make an impact as a presenter.
    Today I talk about how to prepare and facilitate workshops and meetings with confidence.We have all had that thought not another meeting, turned up anyway because you were curious, didn’t feel engaged and walked away with no outcome.Communication is key ingredient for project success yet we continue to struggle at being great at it.I related to Shane’s model in his book – the platform leadership ladder – it shows how we communicate drives a direct result on how people feel. For example, people are more likely to be disengage or barely listen if we speak at them. Yet, people are more likely to feel engaged and trusted when we connect with them.
    JC Three Tips
    1. Prepare, know the purpose
    2. Facilitate, engage the audience
    3. Follow up, decisions and actions get results

    My favourite Shane quote from our conversation ‘do I have something valuable to say’.

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    18 min
  • Lead the Room with Shane Hatton
    In this episode I catch up with Shane Hatton, a leadership communication speaker, author and trainer. He is committed to helping leaders build and leverage their leadership platform to lead, inspire and mobilise their people.
    We talk about:
    • His career highlights;
    • Why he wrote his book ‘Lead the Room’;
    • What is good communication;
    • How to improve your impact as a presenter; and
    • What he enjoys most working with her clients.

    Having spent the last 12 years working with and speaking to leaders in organisations in the government, retail, creative and not-for-profit sectors Shane blends his experience in business and psychology to help leaders leverage important moments and communicate with greater confidence and clarity.
    Shane is based in Melbourne and the author of Lead The Room – Communicate a Message That Counts in Moments That Matter.
    Find out more about Shane https://shanemhatton.com/
    Connect with him on LinkedIn


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    31 min

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Jeanette Cremor (or JC for most) is engaging in the interviews with her guests to share stories and provide powerful insights. In her solo episodes she will talk through relevant topics, share her…