268: First-Time PMO Leader with Andrea Elkin
PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Hi IMPACT Driver! In our latest podcast episode, I sit down with Andrea Elkin, who shares her incredible journey from being a junior team member with no project management experience to leading a highly successful PMO. Highlighted in my book, The IMPACT Engine, Andrea’s story is a testament to the […]
267: The Power of Picking Three with Kendall Lott
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 key concept he taught […]
266: Are You Responsible?
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 issues they shouldn’t. […]
264: Your Worth It Factor
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 success or failure. You must also be […]
259: The Game-Changing 6 Steps to IMPACT
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 […]
258: Latest PMO Research Revealed with Rachel Hentges & Joe Pusz
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 […]
257: It’s Not About Closing the Strategy-to-Execution Gap
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 […]
256: Defining Your Role in Strategy Delivery
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…? […]
255: IMPACT Engine Book Sneak Peek
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 […]
254: Invitation to Celebrate and Elevate
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 […]