In this week’s PM Debate throwback, we explore a provocative question:

👉 Can projects succeed even when companies have bad or failing strategies?

🎙️ I argue that project success must be tied to strategy otherwise, we’re just delivering activity, not value.

🎙️ Mary Elizabeth counters that strong project delivery can be the saving grace, even in companies with poor strategic direction.

From mismatched metrics to misunderstood impact, we tackle:

* What “success” really means in project management

* How PMs should act when strategy is unclear or flawed

* Why good projects don’t always mean good outcomes

“You can finish on time and on budget but still deliver the wrong thing.”

🔁 Give it a listen. Then join the debate.

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