Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working

Hey, IMPACT Driver!

 

This week, we're featuring Stuart Easton, CEO of TransparentChoice, and talking all about whether or not you really can use AI to transform your transformation.

 

Episode Highlights:

Why Portfolio Management is So Important: Explore why effective portfolio management is pivotal for maximizing ROI and driving strategic change.

The Role of AI: Unpack the realities of AI in managing complex portfolios and organizational dynamics.

Expert Insights: Learn from Stuart’s extensive expertise in project prioritization and portfolio governance.

 

A couple of weeks after International PMO Day and right before Stuart and I head off to Saudi Arabia for the Global Project Management Forum, we're hopping on a webinar to give you a sneak peek into The IMPACT Engine book. Don't forget to sign up for our eye-opening webinar with Stuart Easton, where we'll talk about the FIRST place you should start if you want to accelerate the delivery of your organization's strategy.

 

Let me know what you think! Enjoy!

 

P.S. – Celebrate International PMO Day on May 14, 2024, 11-1 EDT | 3-5 GMT with a FREE 2-hour training and coaching workshop! Plus get a sneak peek into the brand new IMPACT Engine book. Register for FREE today!

 

Connect with Stuart

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Learn More About TransparentChoice 

The Power of PMO Strategies + TransparentChoice 

Register for FREE for the 5 Steps to Double Your Portfolio ROI introductory course

Download the free ultimate guide to project prioritization

 

 

 

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Laura Barnard

 

 

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills

Hey, IMPACT Driver! 

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a PMO leader who commands the respect and attention of the executive team? If you've always wanted to know the secrets to earning your seat at the leadership table, this episode is for you. 

In this episode, I'm joined by Bill Dow, PMP, a long-time PMO leader and 2023 World PMO Influencer of the Year, for a review of the five building blocks every PMO leader should embrace to amplify their influence and have a voice in executive-level decisions. 

Join us for this episode to uncover the insider strategies that will transform your PMO into a driving force for organizational success and unlock your own potential as a leader. Don't miss this opportunity to take your PMO leadership to the next level.  

Your seat is waiting... 

Enjoy! 

Connect with Bill 

Check out Bill's Latest Publications

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P.S. – Celebrate International PMO Day on May 14, 2024, 11-1 EDT | 3-5 GMT with a FREE 2-hour training and coaching workshop! Plus get a sneak peek into the brand new IMPACT Engine book. 

P.P.S. - The IMPACT Engine book is coming. Make sure you check our newsletter each week because you will be the FIRST to know when you can get an early sneak peek. 🥳🎉👏 

 

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Laura Barnard

 

 

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills

Hey, IMPACT Driver!  

Did you know that currently only 26.7% of tech jobs are filled by women? The majority of those are entry-level positions, which means an even smaller percentage of women are in leadership roles in the industry.   

All too often, women find themselves struggling to balance personal and professional demands, lacking the necessary support to thrive in their careers. I know this all too well, spending many of my earlier years working in PMOs and building my company as a single mom!  

Some would say that the odds are stacked against women in the workplace, but I’m not OK with that.   

What can we do to fix this problem and give everyone the support they need to thrive in the workplace?   

In this episode, IMPACT Summit speaker and a Certified Enterprise Agile Coach (CEC) with the Scrum Alliance, Apriel Biggs, and I will have an honest conversation about women in project leadership. She will share empowering insights from her career that will help you overcome any setbacks you may face in the professional world.   

This podcast episode isn’t only for women! It’s for anyone who wants to create opportunities for their teams to thrive. In fact, you might be surprised by what I share regarding how I was treated in the workplace by men and women.   

Check it out now.  

Enjoy!  

Connect with Apriel Biggs

Find Apriel Biggs in LinkedIn

P.S. International PMO Day is just around the corner. That's right, on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024, we'll be celebrating the vital role that Project Management Offices play in organizations across the globe. Reserve your seat today and learn more about how you can participate!

 

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Laura Barnard

 

 

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PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working

Hey, IMPACT Driver!

 

Do your project teams ever feel like they're wandering aimlessly without a map? Do misaligned expectations lead to disappointment in the project outcome? Our next podcast guest and my dear friend, Dawn Mahan, is here to help!

 

Dawn's new book Meet the Players in Projectland®: Decide the Right Project Roles & Get People On Board breaks down the unique dynamics of "Projectland" - where cross-functional teams come together for a temporary endeavor. Her insights equip project leaders with clarity around role expectations to set their teams up for success. 

 

In this episode, Dawn shares practical tips like:

How to get buy-in from execs to front-line

Defining clear responsibilities for project sponsors & teams

Ensuring no role feels like an "extra" player

With Dawn as our travel guide through Projectland, you'll discover how to align your team around a common mission to bridge gaps and achieve collective wins.

Be sure to check out this episode and learn more about Dawn's book for more role clarity essentials your project people need today. Enjoy!

 

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Check out Dawn's website

Check out Dawn's Udemy Course

 

P.S. – Grab your copy of Dawn's book here!

P.P.S. – Love books? AWESOME! Make sure to subscribe to our newsletter emails so you're the first to get a sneak peek into my new book, The IMPACT Engine.

 

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I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

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Laura Barnard

 

 

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen

Hey, IMPACT Driver! 

What if I told you that failure could be the key to your PMO's long-term success? It may sound counterintuitive, but in this episode, I'm sharing the surprising benefits of embracing failure in project management. 

You'll learn why I challenge the conventional wisdom that failure is something to avoid at all costs. Instead, you can look at this as a strategic opportunity to address some of your toughest challenges (can we say there's never enough resources?) and position you, IMPACT Driver, to be the strategic business partner your C-Suite is looking for.  

Listen now and discover how embracing failure could be the game-changer your PMO needs. 

Happy listening! 

P.S. The IMPACT Engine book is coming soon. Make sure you're staying connected to our newsletters for a very early sneak peek into the book, plus some other surprises I have in store only for our subscribers! 

 

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I welcome your feedback and insights! 

I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

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Laura Barnard

 

 

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills

Hey, IMPACT Driver! 

Do workplace conflicts leave you feeling drained and frustrated?  

Do you wish you knew how to handle disagreements more effectively to get better results?  

In this episode, I'm joined by my friend, Karin Hurt to discuss practical tips based on a nationwide workplace collaboration and conflict survey. You'll learn specific techniques to communicate effectively, problem-solve productively, and even prevent tension in the first place.  

If you're thinking, "I'd love to know exactly what to say when I'm in the heat of the moment with that frustrating stakeholder," then Karin has you covered with 300 powerful phrases to help you turn even the most stressful conflicts into productive discussions that keep everyone driving toward the IMPACT you need! She shares some of her favorite phrases with us in this episode. You don't want to miss it! 

Enjoy!

Connect with Karin:Follow Karin on LinkedIn Preorder your copy of Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict 

 

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working

Hey, IMPACT Driver!

This week, we're going deep into the world of workstreams and how they can revolutionize your project management approach.

You'll discover how this approach can help you coordinate work more effectively, enhance collaboration, and provide a visual representation that aligns with how your project teams naturally think about projects.

We'll demystify the concept of workstreams and explore how they can help you:

✅ Coordinate work more effectively

✅ Enhance team collaboration and control

✅ Provide a visual representation that aligns with how you naturally think about projects

✅ Move beyond simple task lists to facilitate intuitive project management

Plus, I'll share real-world examples of how workstreams have been successfully applied in various industries, from software development to marketing campaigns (and even wedding planning).

Tune in now and discover how workstreams can transform your project management game!

Enjoy!

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY PROGGIO

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Webinars:

How to Effectively Run Meetings Webinar hosted by Proggio & Antoni Lacinai - March 27

Demystifying Workstreams - In Conversation with Mike Clayton & Yaniv Shor - April 24

On the Road in Europe:

Sponsorship at the PMI Global Summit-Europe - Berlin - April 10-11

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PMI Utah Meetup on AI in Project Management, hosted by Yaniv Shor - Salt Lake City - March 26

Sponsorship & Workshop - PMI Local Chapter - Rochester - April 11

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I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

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PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills

Hey, IMPACT Driver!

Last week, we explored the challenge of sustainability in business. This week, in part two of our series with Mark Adler Madsen and Brian Cohn, we dive into practical strategies for helping your project teams consistently perform at a high level while navigating the relentless pressure to deliver more value, faster - and sustainably.

Join us in this episode as we explore the key areas to focus on, from building intrinsic motivation and embracing servant leadership to prioritizing stakeholder analysis and incremental value delivery. Mark and Brian also share insights on the potential pitfalls of external processes and tools, emphasizing the importance of an empirical, team-centric approach to sustainable improvement.

You'll learn the secrets to sustaining high performance in your project teams and learn how you can lead the way in creating a more sustainable, purpose-driven organization.

Enjoy! 

P.S. - Attention PMO leaders! Don’t settle for being considered just “administrative overhead.” Learn how to make a real IMPACT and drive measurable business value with our free training. Become the strategic asset your leaders need and earn your seat at the table for good. Register now for this FREE one-hour PMO Advantage training and start driving success today! 

 

P.P.S. – The IMPACT Engine book is coming, and you will be the first to know when you can get a sneak peek. Make sure you're checking these emails each week, because we're about to get this party started!

 

Connect with Brian and Mark

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Learn more about Aspire Innovation

 

 

 

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills

Hey, IMPACT Driver! 

Climate dominates sustainability talk, but true sustainability runs deeper than carbon footprints. It means embedding ethical, social, and ecological values into the core of an organization.   

In this episode, I'm joined by Mark Adler Madsen and Brian Cohn for a two-part series on managing sustainability projects and doing so in a sustainable way.  

This week, we're looking at how sustainability strengthens the bottom line by building employee and customer trust - and what you can do as an IMPACT Driver. You'll learn about IMPACT analysis and other tools to make sustainability tangible for your own PMO. Hear why an internally-facing PMO holds the key to a resilient, thriving organization. 

Join us for this episode to discover the key to transforming your PMO into a driving force for meaningful sustainability - and the secret to boosting your bottom line.

Enjoy! 

 

Connect with Brian and Mark

Find Brian and Mark on LinkedIn

Follow Aspire Innovation on LinkedIn

Learn more about Aspire Innovation

 

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I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen (Strategic and Business Management)

Hey, IMPACT Driver! 

Do PMO leaders deserve a seat at the executive strategy table? Or are you destined to keep the lights on as tactical project supporters? 

What if I told you the most forward-thinking PMOs are shaping business strategy itself by aligning directly to growth plans, market dynamics, and innovation goals? 

They serve as the nerve center, catalyzing enterprise transformation - while dramatically expanding their influence. 

Intrigued by this strategic elevation?  

I’ve just recorded an insider podcast episode exploring: 

Current PMO limitations  

The vast untapped potential  

Key steps to transform into a powerhouse driver of organizational success 

 

Get the blueprint for PMO strategic IMPACT now by listening here. 

This episode will upgrade how you view your role (and soon your executives, as well). Don't miss it! 

Enjoy! 

P.S. – Ready to transform your PMO into a strategic powerhouse? Our IMPACT Engine System can help you elevate your PMO's role and drive organizational success. Register today to explore how we can support your journey towards strategic alignment and influence. 

 

Thanks for taking the time to check out the podcast!

I welcome your feedback and insights! 

I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

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Laura Barnard

 

 

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