In this insightful video, we discuss the critical aspects of `project management`, focusing on `why projects fail` and the widespread `failure` that impacts so many. We explore effective `problem solving` strategies and `risk management` techniques essential for achieving `project success`. 🚀

Dawn Mahan is the Founder & CEO of Project Land,. Dawn is a dynamic international speaker, a PMI-certified leader with extensive global experience, and sole inventor of ProjectFlo®. Her background includes: Fortune 50 leader, IT, Mathematics, Biostatistics & Actuarial Science.

In 2014, she was awarded Professional of the Year Consulting/Project Management by Strathmore Who’s Who Worldwide. Dawn built houses in Cambodia with Habitat for Humanity and is on the American Lung Association, Philadelphia Leadership Board.

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In this enlightening conversation, Dawn Mahan and I explore the intricacies of project management, personal growth, and the challenges faced by women in the workplace. Dawn shares her journey from a tumultuous childhood to becoming a successful project manager and entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of understanding the human element in project success. The discussion delves into the impact of family dynamics, communication skills, and the significance of self-discovery in navigating one's career. Dawn also introduces her concept of 'Project Land,' a framework for understanding and managing projects effectively, and discusses her upcoming book that aims to empower individuals in their professional journeys.

Chapters

00:00 The Value of Time and Journey

01:51 Understanding Project Management and Its Challenges

04:58 Family Dynamics and Early Influences

08:47 Coping Mechanisms and Perfectionism

12:05 Finding Voice Through Writing and Communication

15:06 Navigating College and Career Choices

18:20 Professional Growth and Self-Discovery

21:46 The Turning Point: Recognizing the Call to Action

25:04 The Power of Hard Work and Support Systems

27:45 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Impostor Syndrome

30:02 Advice for Women Navigating Challenges

33:09 The Birth of Project Land

43:06 Understanding Project Management Principles

46:19 The Journey to Writing a Book

56:13 ThreadsOfEnlightenment_Outro_shortTail.mp4

Takeaways

Most projects fail, and it doesn't have to be this way.

I became a perfectionist and a people pleaser.

The importance of understanding the human element in project success.

Life is a project, and we need to manage it well.

Don't fall for the lie that you just have a job and die.

People are both the root cause of project failure and success.

I will outwork whatever it is.

Finding one's voice is crucial for personal and professional growth.

The world of projects is different from day-to-day operations.

Self-discovery is a vital part of navigating one's career.

Sound bites

="I found my voice in writing."

"I will outwork whatever it is."

"I had to stand in my truth."

I strongly encourage everyone to follow her, BUY her book, and be transformed by her insights.

Everyone has a story, and this is her story.

Below is a list of the sites that house her works.

https://www.instagram.com/dawnjmahan/?hl=en

https://linktr.ee/DawnJMahan

https://www.facebook.com/PMOtiger/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLYJDA7-15rotZyEDEv8gyg

https://www.pmotraining.com/

https://www.projectgurupress.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/pmotraining

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/projectguruacademy/

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