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 […]
249: Is Project Failure OK?
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 […]
247: The Power of Workstreams
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 […]
244: Maximize Your PMO’s Value: From Support Function to Strategic Partner
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 […]
243: Addressing Resource Management Constraints
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 […]
242: The PMO Perception Gap
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 […]
241: Top Executive Complaint
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 […]