PMO Strategies

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  “Pick three!” Kendall exclaimed while holding three fingers close to my face. I didn’t want to hear it. - The IMPACT Engine  In our latest podcast episode, I sit down with Kendall Lott, a long-time friend, partner, and all-around troublemaker, to discuss a...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Hey, IMPACT Driver!  A dear friend read me a passage from a book that made me think of you. It was about problem-solving and knowing what you should and shouldn’t own. Delivery leaders often feel powerless over problems they think they can’t solve or responsible for solving issu...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  I know, I know, as much as I tell you NOT to make your focus the templates and tools (or dare I say the "F-word" forms), you DO need them.    However, I do want you to consider how YOU think AND how you talk about them.  In my new book, The IMPACT Engine,...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  How Clearly Do Your Executives Understand the Value You Drive in Your Organization?  Is your role in accelerating strategy delivery clearly defined in a way both you and your stakeholders can simply describe?  It’s crucial to go beyond measuring project su...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  In my new book, The IMPACT Engine, I share a concept I learned from my friend, Stuart Easton, Co-Host for the IMPACT Summit, that will change the game for you if you want to address the real root cause of project failures (and unhappy executives).  Even if...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  I have a secret for you. If you want to move the needle in your organization, you might be trying too hard to do the big visible things and not spending enough time doing the boring work.   I was taking a Peloton class the other day, and the instructor sai...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  Ever feel like you're juggling flaming swords while riding a unicycle? Welcome to the world of PMO professionals! The relentless pace of change can feel overwhelming, leaving you and your team gasping for air. But fear not—I’ve got your back.  In my latest...

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!  Have you ever felt personally attacked when trying to implement new processes? 😟  In this episode, I'm going to share a little of my own experience dealing with the blame game and explain why personal attacks happen when introducing process changes, how t...

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...

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 shar...

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...

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....

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, w...

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 m...

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 portfol...

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...

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 strugg...

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 P...

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 convent...

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...

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 represen...

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 navigat...

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...

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 i...

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...