PMO Strategies

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver! Are you frustrated with the gap between your organization's strategic plans and actual results? 🤔 I can tell you who likely is frustrated...your executives. In this episode, I'm tackling this very issue head-on. If you’ve ever heard your execs complain about strategic initiatives falling short or you've been frustrated that you just can't seem to maintain momentum with all the shifting priorities, lack of focus, and never enough resources, this episode is a must-listen. I'm walking you through the groundbreaking system that promises to revolutionize your approach: The IMPACT Engine. You'll learn the six steps to success to revolutionize your approach to building or elevating a PMO/strategy delivery team designed to accelerate every part of the strategy delivery lifecycle and deliver measurable results fast - the kind of results that earn you a seat at the leadership table faster than you may imagine. The IMPACT Engine combines a winning strategy with high-powered execution. Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll discover in this episode: 🔍 What is the IMPACT Engine? Get an overview of this comprehensive system and how it completely eliminates the "gap between strategy and execution" and why that thinking is part of the problem. 💡 Why is it Important? Learn about the common pitfalls in strategy delivery and how the IMPACT Engine addresses them to ensure your organization’s success. 🎯 The Six Stages of the IMPACT Engine: I'll introduce you to the six transformative stages that make up the IMPACT Engine. Each stage is designed to tackle specific challenges and drive significant organizational value. Ready to unlock these insights and start accelerating the delivery of your organization's strategy? 🎧 Listen Now P.S. – Order your copy of The IMPACT Engine now and start reading the digital version today, months before it's in stores. P.P.S – Become an IMPACT Insider and get free training and coaching this summer! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! Are you curious about where your PMO stands in 2024? We've got something special for you! Our friends at The PMO Squad have just released their 2024 PMO Research Report, and in our latest podcast episode, we're diving into the key findings. What we share with you about these findings might surprise you! In this episode, Joe Pusz, CEO of The PMO Squad, and Rachel Hentges, Director of Sales & Marketing, explore the insights from the report that could change your perspective on PMO effectiveness. From evaluating people and processes to technology and PMO success, you'll discover critical factors that could elevate your PMO’s performance. Key Highlights: The link between executive support and PMO success. Why organizations struggle with measuring PMO value. The importance of organizational acceptance and capability. Tune in now to uncover insights that could drastically shift how you think about your PMO’s strategic IMPACT. Enjoy the episode and let me know what you think! P.S. Have questions or insights? Join our discussion on LinkedIn and share your thoughts! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver! Do you ever wonder why, despite following all the industry advice, your organization still struggles to bridge the gap between strategy and execution? You're not alone. Many companies face the same challenge, and the root cause might surprise you. When I was writing The IMPACT Engine: Accelerating Strategy Delivery for PMO Leaders, I delved deep into why typical guidance often fails. What I found was eye-opening: the traditional "Plan-then-Do" approach is outdated and inadequate for today's fast-paced environment. And throwing the strategy over the fence to be executed without including delivery leaders in the strategy process fails every time. But here's the exciting part – In this episode, I'll share how the IMPACT Engine System offers a fresh, holistic approach that completely eliminates the concept of gaps between these two components, and includes the one that's missing (hint: it's after the execution is done) while also helping you earn your seat at the table in the process. Exclusive Opportunity: When you pre-order The IMPACT Engine today, you'll get immediate access to the digital version. Start implementing game-changing insights now, and you'll receive the physical copy on September 10. Why Pre-order? Immediate Access: Dive into the digital copy today. Exclusive Resources: Gain access to templates and tools that enhance your strategy delivery. Support the Cause: Help us elevate the profession by boosting the book's visibility. I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the book and how it’s helping you drive more value in your organization. Share your experiences and tag me on LinkedIn! Let's do this! P.S. You can read chapter one here. P.P.S. Make sure to pre-order your physical copy of The IMPACT Engine to start reading the digital version of the book and accessing all the great bonus resources today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! What's in a name? Well, a lot. What you call yourself and your team can have a big influence on how your stakeholders perceive you and the value you drive in your organization. Do you call yourself a PMO leader, a project leader, a product manager, a...? When I was writing my book, The IMPACT Engine: Accelerating Strategy Delivery for PMO Leaders, I had to make a lot of decisions. And do you know what one of the biggest ones was? What to name YOU. How do I refer to the superhero that helps the organization achieve its goals? Rockstar? Firefighter? Counselor? Miracle Worker? Wizard? Captain of Chaos? Juggler of All Things? Mastermind? Yeah, it was a struggle. But then it hit me. There's one name that made so much sense. In this episode, I'm going to share with you the name I chose to describe you in a way that is simple, yet meaningful, and why this name matters for your team and your success. But that's not all! Don't forget that I'm offering you an exclusive opportunity. When you pre-order The IMPACT Engine today, you’ll get access to the digital version of the book to start reading now! That means you can start devouring all of the game-changing insights while you wait for the physical copy to be released on September 10. Simply upload your receipt, and my team will send you the digital book along with all the resources and templates that complement the strategies in the book. Why Pre-order? Immediate Access: Start reading the digital copy today. Exclusive Resources: Get templates and tools designed to enhance your strategy delivery. Support the Cause: Help elevate your profession by boosting the book's visibility. Don't miss this chance to get a head start on transforming your organization’s strategy delivery capability. Visit https://impactenginebook.com to pre-order your copy now! I'd love to hear what you think about the book and how it's helping you drive more value in your organization. Share your thoughts and tag me on LinkedIn! Enjoy today's episode! P.S. If you haven’t already, check out Episode 255 for an introduction to the book and a preview of Chapter One. Visit https://impactenginebook.com to explore more. P.P.S. Make sure to pre-order your physical copy of The IMPACT Engine and start reading the digital version of the book and accessing all the great bonus resources today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! On May 14, it's International PMO Day. To celebrate, I'm announcing the official public launch of The IMPACT Engine: Accelerating Strategy Delivery for PMO and Transformation Leaders. In this episode, I'm sharing with you a little bit about this book, why I wrote it and then reading the introduction. If you are in the business of PMO or transformation, driving change, or need to accelerate the delivery of your organization's strategy, you've come to the right place, IMPACT Driver! If you catch this on or before May 14, please join us for our free International PMO Day celebration from 11-1 EDT | 3-5 GMT! I'm doing some live coaching, answering questions, and sharing some insights from the new book. P.S. Bring your team and join me for free on INTERNATIONAL PMO DAY ON MAY 14! Plus, you'll get a sneak peek into my new book! P.P.S. Become an IMPACT Insider by pre-ordering my new book, planning to submit a review in September, and sharing about the book online (you can start reading now)! P.P.P.S. Pre-order The IMPACT Engine physical book and get the digital copy now plus other bonuses, learn more here. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Hey, IMPACT Driver! I have a very important message for you in today's episode. Are you celebrating International PMO Day on May 14? I'd love for you to join me here. It's free, plus you'll get a sneak peek into my new book The IMPACT Engine and learn how to get access to it months before it's available in stores! See you soon! 🙂 P.S. Bring your team and join me for free on INTERNATIONAL PMO DAY ON MAY 14! Plus, you'll get a sneak peek into my new book! P.P.S. Become an IMPACT Insider by pre-ordering my new book, planning to submit a review in September, and sharing about the book online (you can start reading now)! P.P.P.S. Pre-order The IMPACT Engine physical book and get the digital copy now plus other bonuses, learn more here. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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 Connect with Stuart on LinkedIn 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 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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 Subscribe to Bill's YouTube Channel Connect with Bill on LinkedIn 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. 🥳🎉👏 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! 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! Connect with Dawn Follow Dawn on LinkedIn 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. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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 1. Where you can catch Proggio's PM Pros: 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 On the Road in the US: 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 2. Free Version Exclusive Opportunity Experience the future of project portfolio management by signing up for a free account today. Create and craft stunning timelines that take your project management to the next level with Proggio! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! 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 Find Brianand Markon LinkedIn Follow Aspire Innovation on LinkedIn Learn more about Aspire Innovation 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! Resource management issues giving you a pounding headache? I hear you. Nearly half of PMO professionals in a recent survey said it's their #1 challenge. In this week's episode, I'm tackling this pesky problem head-on. I'll share why throwing more people at it usually fails and what is more likely to be the root cause you MUST address if you want to actually resolve resource management challenges (for real this time). Learn smarter ways to: Fix capacity planning to optimize your efficiency Allocate resources so projects actually get done Optimize your staff without expanding headcount I'll also reveal my top tips for getting executive buy-in to shift the dynamics for good. Don't let resource problems keep holding you back. Tune in now to unlock a better way forward! Enjoy! P.S. – The IMPACT Engine System offers proven strategies and tools to help you effectively address resource management constraints. From capacity planning to optimizing staff allocation, we've got you covered. Don't miss out on this opportunity to streamline your processes and unlock better project outcomes. Learn more about how this program can benefit you today!

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 your stakeholders really understand the value your PMO brings? Recent research reveals a startling gap between how PMO leaders, executives, and project managers perceive the role and purpose of the PMO. The stats: Only 11% of executives said the PMO is responsible for business improvement 0% of executives said the PMO handles governance and standards 28% of PMO leaders define their role as reporting and tracking ...but 0% of executives see this as the PMO's purpose What does this misalignment mean? Your PMO's influence and IMPACT suffer if stakeholders don't understand your value. Listen to the latest episode of the PMO Strategies podcast as I dive into these perception gaps and what you can do to better communicate the vital business IMPACT your PMO drives. You'll get actionable steps to align stakeholder perceptions with the strategic value you provide. The future of your PMO depends on stakeholder understanding. Don't let misperceptions limit your influence! Enjoy! P.S. – Want to bridge the gap between your PMO's perceived value and its actual IMPACT? Check out the IMPACT Engine System! Our comprehensive approach will equip you with the tools and strategies to communicate the true value your PMO brings to the table. Check it out now and take the first step toward maximizing your PMO's effectiveness today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! Today we're talking about the #1 complaint we hear from executives. I wonder if you're hearing this complaint as well, and if you're not... It might be because you aren't close enough to hear it. We hear it again and again... And you need to solve for it. In this episode, I'm tackling head-on the NUMBER ONE pain point plaguing senior executives worldwide when it comes to enabling organizational strategy. Discover the root issue hampering strategic progress and PMOs’ ability to drive IMPACT. Learn: Execs’ most common strategy delivery frustration How it cripples planning, resourcing, and priority setting Key places to start providing business-enabling visibility If you solve for this, it can elevate your value overnight. Let me know what you think! Enjoy! P.S. – The very best thing you can do to solve this and every complaint your leaders have about delivering on organizational strategy can be found inside the IMPACT Engine System. Check it out now and earn your seat at the table faster than you can say, "We need more resources!"

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen (Strategic and Business Management) Hello, IMPACT Driver! The data is out, and it's pretty clear. The PMO Outlook Report I just reviewed from Sciforma reveals shifting trends in how PMOs measure success. In this multi-part series, I'm going to share my thoughts on what this data suggests and give you specific advice on things you can do now to drive more value with your PMO much faster. First up is this week's episode on how PMOs are measuring success. The time is NOW for PMOs to transform from narrow execution trackers to powerhouses enabling enterprise agility, innovation, and competitive advantage. Tune in today and make sure to join us for the PMO Health Assessment workshop later this afternoon! Enjoy! P.S. – Last chance to join us for the FREE PMO Health Assessment Workshop live this afternoon! REGISTER NOW.

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! PMO leaders are uniquely vulnerable to confidence crises that sabotage their performance. Even the most seasoned professionals occasionally struggle with uncertainty in their abilities or direction. In this episode, I uncover the five fundamental reasons even competent PMO leaders second-guess themselves and what to do about it. I share real-world examples of PMOs questioning their purpose, credibility, and IMPACT due to these confidence drainers. Plus, actionable solutions you can start applying today to restore assurance as you navigate uncertainty. Listen in now and then make sure you check out our PMO Health Assessment to see where you really are with your PMO and get immediate guidance on what to do across 9 different areas to boost your IMPACT of your PMO and your confidence! Plus, you can join me live on January 30th to review your results and create your PMO action plan for a high-IMPACT 2024! Enjoy! P.S. – Make sure to take our PMO Health Assessment today and then join me live on January 30th to build your high-IMPACT action plan for your best year yet. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! This week, I've got something a little different for you. Instead of giving you something to listen to, I'm going to ask you to take action! My team and I have spent the last few months working on the ultimate PMO Health Assessment. It's a 20+ page report that measures your PMO health across 9 different categories and then provides you detailed feedback on each of the 9 areas. If you're strong in this area, I'll give you ideas to improve even more. If you're not so strong, I'll let you know how to get started in building the PMO muscle necessary to thrive with your PMO this year. 2023 was a tough year for a lot of companies and executives are going to be searching the organization for the trusted people that can help them achieve their goals this year. I want that trusted advisor to be you, IMPACT Driver! So, take my comprehensive PMO and project health assessment that evaluates how well you are currently positioned and gives you my best advice on how to take the next steps in elevating your IMPACT in 2024. We're looking at the nine most important areas you can make an IMPACT right now: Reputation and Influence Stakeholder Engagement Organizational Change Management Performance Management Strategic Alignment Portfolio Management Governance Training and Career Development Project Management Check out this episode to learn more about this assessment then head over here to take the assessment today. You'll also get an invitation to join me live on January 30th to review your results and help you create your action plan for high-IMPACT success in 2024. Enjoy! P.S. – Make sure to take our PMO Health Assessment today and then join me live on January 30th to build your high-IMPACT action plan for your best year yet. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! As we prepare to kick off another year, it's the perfect time to pause and assess the health of your PMO. An annual check-up enables you to benchmark progress, realign priorities, and set your PMO up for maximum impact in the year ahead. In this episode, I'll be sharing the top 10 reasons why an annual PMO health assessment is essential and even some signs that you might be in need of some changes in your PMO ASAP. The new year presents the perfect opening to hit the reset button for your PMO and you need an accurate picture of where you are to figure out how you're going to achieve all your goals in 2024. Enjoy! P.S. This episode is sponsored by our annual PMO Health Assessment workshop. Join me in partnership with Sciforma on January 30 for a LIVE workshop to discuss the current state of your PMO and build a plan for high-IMPACT in 2024. Register for FREE today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! As we head into 2024, now is a great time to set your intentions for starting off the new year right. Whether you love creating New Year's resolutions or not, the start of a new year can be the start of something big for you, but to make that happen, you'll need to have a plan. In this episode, I'll walk you through a technique that I use to help me reflect on what worked and what didn't work as well as I would have liked, then set some intentions for setting my new year up for success. I hope you have an absolutely wonderful New Year and I look forward to helping you make an even bigger IMPACT in 2024. Happy New Year! Enjoy! P.S. This episode is sponsored by our annual PMO Health Assessment workshop. Join me in partnership with Sciforma on January 30 for a LIVE workshop to discuss the current state of your PMO and build a plan for high-IMPACT in 2024. Register for FREE today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Happy holidays, IMPACT Driver! This time of year many of our listeners take some well-deserved downtime, so we created something special to make your break more productive and insightful. It's a bit of a "meta" episode. 🙂 We've organized all of our 2023 podcast content into useful categories based on the business problems you face and the IMPACT you want to drive. In this episode, you’ll discover our 2023 episodes bundled into themes like: PMO Establishment and Justification Executive Engagement and Alignment Project Management Techniques Business Owners Stakeholder and Client Engagement Project Culture and Change Management PMO Best Practices I've listed the episodes you want to dive into in each of these categories and shared some insight as to why you might find each of the episodes useful. Whether you want to set up a new PMO, better engage executives, or start thinking about the future, we've got it all covered in this list! Grab a notepad and jot down the episode numbers to add to your holiday listening playlist. And don’t forget to download our handy podcast discussion guide by filling out the Podcast Club form (located on the right of this page) to take notes on episodes that catch your attention. It also includes prompts to get you thinking about how to apply the content with your teams when you return to the office. Wishing you rest, joy, and a little dose of productive inspiration this holiday season! We’ll see you in 2024 with a year jampacked with targeted content to empower you to maximize your IMPACT. Enjoy! P.S. – The IMPACT Entrepreneur Mentorship program is starting in January, but now through December 31, you can join for $5,000 off the 2024 price. As of right now, we still have a few seats left. Grab your seat today! P.P.S. – This episode is sponsored by our annual PMO Health Assessment workshop. Join me in partnership with Sciforma on January 30 for a LIVE workshop to discuss the current state of your PMO and build a plan for high-IMPACT in 2024. Register for FREE today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! Have you ever considered starting your own business? In this week’s revealing episode, I’m sharing things I’ve never shared before on the podcast about why I started my company over a decade ago. I am taking you behind the curtain and sharing: The unexpected moment 12 years ago that triggered me to take the entrepreneurial leap The services we’ve built within my business and how it’s evolved over time Advice I really wish I had when I first started out So if you've ever thought about starting your own business, currently run a small business, or might someday be interested in consulting, coaching, or training, this episode is for you. I was exactly like many listeners today – happy in my corporate job with ZERO intentions of ever becoming a business owner. But when an opportunity presented itself, something clicked, and I knew I had to take the risk. Even if entrepreneurship seems unfathomable now, tuck this advice away for “someday.” You never know what might change or inspire you when you least expect it! Listen now to learn what I wish I had known when I started ten years ago. It might just save you a lot of time and money! Enjoy! P.S. – The IMPACT Entrepreneur Mentorship program is starting in January, but now through December 31, you can join for $5,000 off the 2024 price. As of right now, we still have a few seats left. Grab your seat today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Hey, IMPACT Driver! Who wouldn't love a little mind-reading prowess at work, right? 😉 It'd be a game-changer! For project and PMO people, truly getting to what executives really want (beyond what they say) can feel like a puzzle. But guess what? Our guest, IMPACT Summit speaker Alex Chapman, has some mind-blowing insights to help you unlock this skill! With over 40 years of project mastery, Alex has honed her "mind-reading" techniques, starting with asking the right questions. Not only will this turbocharge your PMO's alignment with the big goals, but it'll also set the stage for more meaningful conversations and showcase the immense value you bring to the table. Ready to dive in and start delivering the results they're craving? Join me in this episode! Enjoy! PS - Attention PMO leaders! Say goodbye to being labeled as "administrative overhead." It's time to make a real IMPACT and drive measurable business value. Join our FREE one-hour PMO Advantage training and become the strategic asset your leaders need. Claim your seat at the table for good, and let's elevate your PMO journey together! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! In the world of project management, women have faced uphill battles when trying to shatter glass ceilings and earn their seat at the leadership table. What does it take to overcome challenges and excel as leaders of PMOs? Yes, this is for you even if you aren’t a woman. 🙂 If you're smart, you're looking for ways to support everyone around you because you’ll go a lot further together than you can alone. We all need to be mindful of how to create a culture of inclusivity, so the best ideas are driving the future of your organization. In this inspiring discussion, you will meet IMPACT Summit speaker Dr. Mona Zoughaib. Mona will share how she navigated barriers to drive success in this field. From trials and triumphs to resilience and empowerment, we will uncover the strategies and mindsets helping all PMO people ascend to new heights. Take a listen now! Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by: 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Hey, IMPACT Driver! Change is inevitable. This is no secret in the PMO world, yet we still run into roadblocks all the time when leading change initiatives. One of the main factors that causes a change initiative to fail is lack of organizational change maturity. But what exactly is organizational change maturity? How do we help our organizations build this crucial skill? In this episode, IMPACT Summit speaker Isolde Kanikani will answer these questions for us and share with you exactly what you can do as a leader (and what you need from your stakeholders) to make an organizational change successful. Join us for this episode to start building organizational change maturity in your organization today. Enjoy! Learn More About MeisterplanConnect with us on LinkedInFollow us on TwitterTake a video tourRequest a demoTry Meisterplan for FREEWhat If Our Plans Actually Worked? P.S. – This episode is sponsored by Meisterplan. Meisterplan is an out-of-the-box tool that combines project portfolio management and resource management in one intuitive dashboard. Businesses can easily see resource availability and capacity, gain visibility into projects, prioritize and align project portfolios to strategies, and generate real-time scenario simulations with Meisterplan. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! It would be incredible if every project ran smoothly and on schedule every time, right? Unfortunately, bottlenecks are a reality for any process. Knowing how to uncover and address those bottlenecks is critical to maximizing throughput, but how do you ensure you’re making the right decisions to achieve this goal, IMPACT Driver? In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend and IMPACT Summit speaker Wolfram Müller, an internationally known speaker, author, and expert on self-organized changes based on the Theory of Constraints. And if you don’t yet know what TOC is, you definitely need to check this out! Wolfram walks us through the effective, accounting-based strategy he uses to find and exploit the constraints that hold projects back. He shares, based on his experience working with over 40 companies, the main factor that causes a PMO to fail. Join us for this episode to find out how to maximize throughput for your projects – getting that higher ROI for projects your executives want! Enjoy! PS - This episode is sponsored by Planisware. Planisware offers cloud solutions that help you anticipate and shape tomorrow. By adding certainty in innovation and confidence to your decision making, Planisware cloud solutions allow you to make your vision a reality. Learn more today how Planisware can help you transform your projects. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! When it comes to Agile, it can be easy to get distracted by the methodology and terminology that comes with it (as Jesse Fewell put it in episode 210, we get so obsessed with the how, we forget about the why). The reality is that things change fast. Successful organizations cannot thrive relying on terms and prescribed frameworks alone – they must focus on adapting continuously. In this episode, I welcome my friend Christoph Hirnle, Managing Director of Meisterplan, to explore how PMOs can drive real IMPACT by anticipating what will matter, adapting plans when circumstances change, and accelerating execution - the Universal 3As of Agility. Join us for this episode to learn how PMOs (and other parts of the organization) can leverage these principles to stay ahead of the curve. <- This is what you need to know to become more valuable to the executives in your organization! Learn More About MeisterplanConnect with us on LinkedInFollow us on TwitterTake a video tourRequest a demoTry Meisterplan for FREEWhat If Our Plans Actually Worked? P.S. - This episode is sponsored by Meisterplan. Meisterplan is an out-of-the-box tool that combines project portfolio management and resource management in one intuitive dashboard. Businesses can easily see resource availability and capacity, gain visibility into projects, prioritize and align project portfolios to strategies, and generate real-time scenario simulations with Meisterplan. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! The project economy is booming and PMOs are at the heart of it all! As companies shift toward project-driven strategies, PMOs play a pivotal role in driving success – and you need to know how to take full advantage of this opportunity! But here's the kicker: How can PMOs best serve their internal partners, like project and resource managers, all while keeping the big business goals in sight? I am thrilled to welcome Moussa Gherbi, head of Customer Success at Planisware, to help answer this question. In this episode, we're diving deep into how adopting a customer-centric mindset can be a game-changer for your PMO. Because, let's face it, mindset is where the magic happens! Tune in for some serious PMO power moves. You won't want to miss this! Enjoy! Learn More About PlaniswareConnect with us on LinkedInFollow us on TwitterFind us on FacebookLearn more about our productsRequest a demoQuadpack's Approach: A Case Study on Key Factors in New Product Development P.S. – This episode is sponsored by Planisware. Planisware offers cloud solutions that help you anticipate and shape tomorrow. By adding certainty in innovation and confidence to your decision-making, Planisware cloud solutions allow you to make your vision a reality. Learn more today about how Planisware can help you transform your projects. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! In case you missed it, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Pierre Le Manh, President and CEO of the Project Management Institute, at this year’s IMPACT Summit. The conversation was an important one for you to hear, IMPACT Driver, since he’s revealing what C-Suite executives are looking for from their leaders to help them make a bigger IMPACT. We looked at what is holding many project professionals back in their careers and effective strategies to communicate your value to executives. Join us for this episode to get the executive’s perspective on what it takes for you to break through the glass ceiling and get your seat at the table. Enjoy! Connect with Pierre on LinkedInProject Managers as Strategic Leaders – in the C-suite and Beyond P.S. – The IMPACT Engine System™ is the only program of its kind that shows you how to build, run, and elevate your strategy delivery organization. If you are building or running a PMO, SDO, Agile, or Business Transformation Office, your career depends on making an IMPACT. This program will help you drive measurable value for the business, making it easy to get your executives on board. Learn more today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! Many executives today are frustrated by delayed projects, high budget overruns, and projects not resulting in the intended business outcomes and the first thing they usually do is blame project management. However, it might take some convincing that it will take more than some project management training to get their projects moving faster. You know there’s more to it (because you listen to this podcast!) but how do you make the case for a PMO that can truly address the root causes of their pain points without having to push, convince, sell, beg, or plead for them to support you in setting up a PMO to solve their business challenges? In this episode, I’m going to show you how to make the case for a PMO (or strategy delivery team) the right way and without having to spend a single minute feeling like a salesperson! Join me for this episode to make an undeniable case for a PMO that your business leaders can’t ignore. In fact, they will be begging you to get started! Enjoy! P.S. – The IMPACT Engine System™ shows you exactly what to do to make the case for your PMO and then gives you the step-by-step-by-step for building a strong PMO that shows value fast. With our framework, you’ll be able to show your business leaders exactly what you’ll do in the first 90 days and how quickly they will see results. This program will help you drive measurable value for the business, making it easy to get your executives on board. Learn more today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! This week, I’m bringing you the last of three success stories from IMPACT Engine System students who shared the secrets to their success at this year’s IMPACT Summit. Mike Welch had no experience as a project manager and had never led a PMO when I met him two years ago. Now, he runs the Strategy Delivery Office for his organization and was featured in Associations Now magazine for driving success through a more disciplined approach to projects. Mike shares his biggest challenges, his ah-ha! moments, and the keys to his success as a new PMO leader. Mike Welch is one of many IMPACT Engine System and IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind program participants that spoke at this year’s summit. We are incredibly proud of him and thrilled to share his story! Is next year’s summit a chance for you to share your story, IMPACT Driver? Enjoy! P.S. You can connect with Mike here. P.P.S. The IMPACT Engine System™ is the only program of its kind that shows you how to build, run, and elevate your strategy delivery organization. If you are building or running a PMO, SDO, Agile or Business Transformation Office, your career depends on making an IMPACT. This program will help you drive measurable value for the business, making it easy to get your executives on board. Learn more today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Get your popcorn ready! This episode is going to be fun (and maybe even hit a little close to home). 😉 IMPACT Engine System and IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind student, Paul Dunningham shares hilarious and poignant stories from his 15+ year career as a PMO leader. Paul reflects on the winding road that brought him to where he is today - from moving cities, to quitting jobs, to taking six months off to find himself. He also lets you in on something he likes to call the “PMO Hokey Pokey.” We’re so proud of Paul and can’t wait to hear what you think! Join me for this episode to hear how an experienced PMO leader turned setbacks into success. Enjoy! P.S. You can connect with Paul here. P.P.S. The IMPACT Engine System™ is the only program of its kind that shows you how to build, run, and elevate your strategy delivery organization. If you are building or running a PMO, SDO, Agile or Business Transformation Office, your career depends on making an IMPACT. This program will help you drive measurable value for the business, making it easy to get your executives on board. Learn more today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! If you missed this year’s IMPACT Summit, you’re in luck because I want to share one of my favorite sessions with you. In this interview, IMPACT Summit speaker Willetta Love joins Summit Co-host Amanda Oakenfull to share the transformative potential of strategic project management. Willetta is a Senior Process Optimization Manager at the American Psychological Association and one of the many IMPACT Engine System™ and IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind™ program participants who spoke this year. We are so proud of her and all the progress she’s made throughout her IMPACT journey! In this session, she reveals her keys to success, the challenges she overcame, and the major "ah-ha" moments she's had in helping APA execute strategy through projects. Willetta’s story demonstrates the immense IMPACT that is possible when you apply strategic project management principles. I'm sure this will inspire you on your journey to strategy delivery success! Join me for this episode to learn how strategic project management can help you elevate your IMPACT. Enjoy! P.S. – The IMPACT Engine System™ is the only program of its kind that shows you how to build, run, and elevate your strategy delivery organization. If you are building or running a PMO, SDO, Agile, or Business Transformation Office, your career depends on making an IMPACT. This program will help you drive measurable value for the business, making it easy to get your executives on board. Learn more today! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Today, we're delving into a crucial but often neglected topic. When I queried my IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind students about their top advice, they unanimously emphasized the pivotal mindset shifts that propelled them to success. I know you’re probably here to learn actionable tactics and strategies to make an IMPACT on your organization (and we have plenty of that coming up), but without the right mindset, these tactics and strategies often fall flat. In this episode, I explain the importance of the right mindset before you deliver anything and how to align your mindset with the organization’s strategy to really elevate your IMPACT. Join me for this episode to learn why your mindset matters more than anything else. Enjoy! P.S. – If you lead a PMO, SDO, or transformation office, your career depends on delivering IMPACT. The IMPACT Engine System aligns your mindset with strategic goals, then teaches you everything you need to do step-by-step to build an IMPACT delivery engine that will accelerate your organization’s strategy faster than you can imagine. Learn more about the IMPACT Engine System. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! I have a very important 5-minute message for you today. The world’s largest virtual event for PMO, strategy delivery, and transformation leaders is here - the 2023 IMPACT Summit! The event has already started, and you don't want to miss this, IMPACT Driver. This virtual event is designed to help current and future PMO, transformation, and strategy delivery leaders build their leadership capabilities while helping you implement the strategies designed to drive higher IMPACT much faster. Connect with thousands of your peers and elevate your IMPACT now. Don’t miss out on this amazing FREE opportunity! REGISTER FOR FREE RIGHT NOW Join me for this week’s episode to hear all the details on what's in store for you now through September 22, 2023. Can't wait to see you there! Enjoy! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! We’re seeing more leadership conversations around culture and the way it’s influencing organizational value delivery. As a leader, what do you need to know and do to help ensure that your culture is working with you instead of against you? In this episode, I’m joined by IMPACT Summit Co-host Amanda Oakenfull, an experienced executive and mentor who specializes in strategic delivery and recovery. Amanda will give us insight into how we can strike the perfect balance between cultural norms, interpreting others’ intentions vs. cultural differences, and building positive relationships that support the organization’s bottom line. Learn more about this topic and many others, register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for free! Connect with thousands of PMO, strategy delivery, and transformation leaders and gain invaluable insight that will help you earn your seat at the table. Don’t miss out on this amazing FREE opportunity! Join us for this week’s episode to learn how to navigate cultural differences in your organization and create positive relationships that drive organizational success. Enjoy! Connect with AmandaFind Amanda on LinkedIn P.S. – The world’s largest virtual event for PMO, strategy delivery, and transformation leaders is BACK this September! Register now for this year’s IMPACT Summit for free and join us for a week of presentations, workshops, and discussions designed to help you boost results-driven IMPACT in your organization and career. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Are you a good storyteller? You may be able to explain things to people, but can you engage them in a way that has them supporting your cause? Good storytelling is a powerful skill that can help you become a better leader and elevate your influence. With it, you can improve communication with your executives, navigate complicated topics in a compelling way, and foster creativity in your organization. This week, I’m thrilled to invite my dear friend and IMPACT Summit Cohost, Dawn Mahan, to give us some insight into this topic. Dawn and I will discuss the IMPACT of good storytelling, what it can do to elevate your leadership game, and helpful tips you can use today to improve this crucial skill. Register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE to catch Dawn’s sessions, along with many other presentations, discussions, and workshops designed to help you develop your leadership skills. Join us for this episode to learn how being a good storyteller can significantly help your organization, projects, and career. Enjoy! Connect with Dawn Follow on TwitterConnect on LinkedInFollow on InstagramCompany FacebookCompany LinkedInProject Guru AcademySubscribe to YouTube Channel P.S. - This month, the world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working (Technical Project Management) Hey, IMPACT Driver! The fear of losing your job to automation is nothing new, but it’s getting pretty real nowadays. A concern that was once confined to the customer service industry is now expanding far beyond it, and PMs could soon be next on the chopping block. In this episode, I’ll be discussing this new reality with IMPACT Summit Speaker and Agile Thought Leader, Scott Ambler. He predicts that most PM work will be automated with AI by 2030. So, how does this affect the role of a project manager and the PMO? Will AI expand the possibilities for PMs, or will it render the profession obsolete? One thing is for sure: things will change, and you should be ready to adapt. Register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE to learn more about the future of project management. This week-long virtual experience connects you with thousands of PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders through presentations, workshops, and live discussions. Don’t miss out! Join us for this episode to learn what you can do to be a successful PM in an increasingly automated world. Enjoy! Connect with ScottFollow Scott on TwitterConnect on LinkedIn P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! This episode is sponsored by: 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Whether it’s expected or unexpected, change is inevitable in any organization. Every project brings change, making change management a crucial element of a project leader’s job. Addressing resistance to change can be exhausting and demoralizing to those you’re trying to lead. If you’re wondering how to effectively motivate your teams to embrace changes and follow your lead through them, my dear friend and IMPACT Summit Speaker, Barbara Trautlein has science-backed and experience-based answers for you. If you want to learn more about leading change beyond this episode, register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE! This virtual event in September will cover much more on this topic and many others. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to help your organization thrive. Join us for this episode to hear a thought-provoking conversation with actionable takeaways that you can start using today to benefit for organization, team, and career. Enjoy! Connect with BarbaraFind Barbara on LinkedInFollow Barbara on Twitter P.S. – The world’s largest virtual event for PMO, strategy delivery, and transformation leaders is BACK this September! Register now for this year’s IMPACT Summit for free and join us for a week of presentations, workshops, and discussions designed to help you boost results-driven IMPACT in your organization and career. 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! As your organization grows, you want to ensure that nothing is limiting its full potential. Far too often, as organizations grow and scale their operations, they lose sight of what drove successes early on. Ensuring that this doesn’t happen is a process that requires the effort of everyone in your organization. This week, I’m excited to welcome my dear friend and IMPACT Summit Cohost, Mike Hannan, to share simple, proven, and effective techniques to scale profits without unnecessary overhead, and how to avoid falling into the usual traps that limit an organization’s potential. If you want a seat at the table, IMPACT Driver, you need to make it your business to know how to elevate the IMPACT of your business. If you want to learn more about scaling your organization efficiently, register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE! This week-long event connects you with thousands of PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders through presentations, workshops, and live discussions designed to help you maximize your IMPACT and earn your seat at the table. Don’t miss out! Learn from a leading-edge thinker and PMO renegade who believes we ALL must do more to unleash our boundless potential so you can expand the possibilities for your growing organization, while avoiding the common pitfalls that will hold it back. Enjoy! P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! If you’re a freelance or consultant PM/PMO professional, or thinking of becoming one, you do not want to miss this episode. The truth is that you’re up against much larger and more established consulting firms and it can be difficult to get big contracts and ideal clients who are willing to pay you what you’re worth. Trust me, I’ve been there. And, by the way, IMPACT Driver, if you are looking to build your consulting practice, check out the P.S. below. I have something special I’m doing for you. Luckily, we’ve got you covered. Candice Benson, IMPACT Summit Speaker and CEO of Benson Consulting Inc., will share with us her 3-step, tried-and-true framework that will help you bring in consistent, repeatable revenue in your business and avoid the “feast-or-famine” cycle that plagues so many freelancers and consultants. If you want to learn more about how to grow your consulting business, sign up for this year’s IMPACT Summit for free! This week-long virtual event connects you with thousands of PMO, change management, and strategy development leaders through presentations, workshops, and live discussions. Don’t miss out! Join us for this episode to learn how you can give your project management business the boost it needs to consistently land bigger contracts. Enjoy! Connect with Candice:FacebookTwitterLinkedIn Learn more about Benson Consulting:FacebookTwitterLinkedIn P.S. I am looking for 10 project and PMO consultants that want to learn directly with me how to apply our game-changing IMPACT Engine System in their own consulting practice. We have built a completely referral-based business over the last decade because our clients love us. Do you want that kind of business? I want to help you. P.P.S. The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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! I have a question for you: were you prepared for AI, inflation, and a pandemic all at once? It seems like things are changing faster than we can keep up with! What will the world throw at us next? We're moving into a world of increasing uncertainty. As a PMO leader, you need the skills and tools to not just keep up with the times, but to take full advantage of what’s to come. This week, I am absolutely thrilled to welcome IMPACT Summit speaker Jonathan Brill to the podcast. Brill and I discuss not only how to prepare for the future, but also how you can use strategic foresight to leverage inevitable change and stay ahead of the curve. Jonathan Brill is an expert on strategic foresight and technology innovation, an accomplished author, and “the world’s leading transformation architect,” according to the Harvard Business Review. His warm style, compelling stories, and intellectual rigor inspire visionaries and open even the most hard-boiled executives to new ways of thinking and doing. Register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE to learn how you can take a leadership role in preparing your organization for the future. This week-long virtual experience will connect you with thousands of PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders through presentations, discussions, and workshops. Join us and help shape the future of PMOs! Join me for this episode to learn from Forbes’ #1 futurist how YOU can architect your future in the age of AI and increasing uncertainty. Enjoy! Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn Visit Jonathan’s Website Rogue Waves: Future-Proof Your Business to Survive and Profit from Radical Change Assess Your Strategic Luck P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK this September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to learn how you can earn your seat at the table. Trust me, you don’t want to miss out. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Do you think that organizational change management belongs in the PMO or in a separate business unit? This has been a hot topic in recent years. How exactly is it different from project management, and is it necessary? Can’t any project leader lead enterprise-wide change? What if an intentional organizational change management function is what your PMO is missing? This week, I welcome my friend and IMPACT Summit speaker, Jennie Fowler, to explore this topic with me. Jennie has 25 years of experience in IT and Enterprise PM sectors across industries. She has started and/or matured 8 PMO / EPMOs in her career in roles such as Strategy Realization Office Sr. Director, Head of IT PMO, Head of EPMO, and CIO. In 2021, she started a new as the Global Director of Project Management with Percepta. Now, Jennie is also in the top 3 finalists for the PMO Leader of the Year for the Americas. To learn more about leading enterprise-wide change in your organization and catch Jennie’s thought-provoking session, register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for free! This one-week virtual experience connects you with thousands of PMO, strategy delivery, and transformation leaders through presentations, workshops, and live discussions, all for FREE! Join us for this episode to learn from an industry expert and practitioner where change management fits in your organization, and if you need to make a change to better deliver on your projects. Enjoy! P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Executives want one thing from you: to help them achieve the maximum ROI for their strategy as quickly as possible. All too often, PMO and project leaders overwhelm executives with the details, when what they really care about is the results. Your executives need you to help them deliver on their strategy fast, but you must understand what you’re saying and doing that can either prevent you from earning your seat at the table or get you there quickly. In this episode, long-time friend and IMPACT Summit Cohost, Stuart Easton, an industry leader who spends his days talking to the executives, joins me to help you understand how to speak the language of the executives and give them what they want before you give them what they need. Stuart Easton is the Founder and CEO of TransparentChoice and a guest lecturer on Project Prioritization at the University of Oxford. In short, he is on a mission to help PMO leaders deliver successful projects far and wide. Register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE today! This week-long virtual experience in September connects you with thousands of PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders through presentations, workshops, and discussions designed to help YOU earn your seat at the table. Join us for this episode to learn 3 techniques you can start using TODAY to deliver the results your executives want, while sparing them the details they don’t want. Enjoy! Connect with Stuart on LinkedIn Learn More About TransparentChoice The Power of PMO Strategies + TransparentChoice P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills (Leadership) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Project management has always been an innate human talent. These days, however, fewer jobs need humans to do them, and professionals in every industry are feeling the effects of this new reality. AI is on track to eliminate the “clerical” aspects of a PM job in the very near future. The question is, what’s left over? In this episode, IMPACT Summit Cohost, Donna Fitzgerald, a global thought leader in this space, shares how AI will change the project management landscape, how PMO and project leadership roles will change as a result, and the must-have skills you’ll need to thrive. Donna is the founder of Nimble PM, and probably the most opinionated person I know when it comes to project management (she even has me beat, which is a tall order!). While she’s occasionally accused of being an iconoclast, her commitment to helping PMs deliver successful projects and programs has never wavered. Register for this year’s IMPACT Summit for FREE to learn more about how AI will change the world of project management, along with many other PMO, transformation, and strategy delivery topics that you won’t want to miss. Join us for this episode to learn about the project management skills that can’t be replaced with AI, so you know where you fit in the future of project management. Enjoy! Connect with Donna on LinkedIn NimblePM Website P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working (Technical Project Management) Hey, IMPACT Driver! Let's be honest: Agile is broken. From the recent wave of tech layoffs, the post-pandemic debate over remote vs. in-office, and DEI being pushed to the sidelines, it seems the Agile silver bullet has lost its shine lately. How do we fix this? I am thrilled to invite Agile pioneer Jesse Fewell back to the podcast this week to help answer this question. Jesse Fewell has mentored thousands of technology professionals across 14 countries to improve their teams & companies using Agile methods. He’s founded several startups, contributed to three industry certifications (PMI-ACP, CST, CEC) and PMBoK 7, and has authored publications reaching over half a million readers in eleven languages. According to Jesse, the problems Agile faces today cannot be solved by simply forcing everyone back into the office. He believes that navigating the post-pandemic collaborative environment is an existential leadership challenge that places one of the twelve principles of Agile into question. Can you guess which one? Register for this year's IMPACT Summit for FREE to catch Jesse Fewell’s session and learn more about the future of Agile in a remote work environment, so you can achieve remarkable project outcomes from anywhere in the world. Tune in to this week’s episode to find out what’s holding Agile back these days, and what we can do to fix it. Enjoy! Connect with Jesse on LinkedIn Follow Jesse on Twitter Find Jesse on Facebook Untapped Agility by Jesse Fewell Agile Transformation Toolkit BAI Report: Reimagining Agility with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion From Chaos to Successful Distributed Agile Teams: Collaborate to Deliver by Johanna Rothman & Mark Kilby P.S. - The world’s largest virtual conference for PMO, strategy, and transformation leaders is BACK in September! Join us at this year’s IMPACT Summit to find out how you can earn your seat at the table. Register for free now! 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! Warmly, Laura Barnard GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS