274: Navigating the PMO Journey: Insights from an Experienced CEO

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver! If you’ve ever wondered how executives really think about project management and strategy, you’re in for a treat. 🎙️In this special episode, I sit down with one of my favorite CEOs to discuss what goes on in the minds of the C-suite when it comes […]
273: Real Stories, Real Wins: Readers Share Their Journey to Success

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver! I gotta say, this episode was something special. It was hard not to get emotional hearing from three amazing students in our IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind sharing their big wins and leadership transformations. You know that feeling when you’re just so proud of the people you care […]
271: The Final IMPACT Summit!

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver! I’ve got some incredible news that I’m beyond excited to share with you! We’re about to kick off an unforgettable week next week, packed with learning, celebration, and transformation, and I want YOU to be a part of it. Here’s a summary below and you […]
270: Lessons from a Seasoned PMO Leader with Andrea Cirelli

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver! When I first met Andrea Cirelli in 2018, she told me, “Laura, I’ve got my seat at the table, and I need to keep it!” Over the next 6 years, I watched Andrea apply everything she learned from going through cycles of the IMPACT Engine System […]
269: Root Cause Analysis and Three Powerful Words with Mike Hannan

PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi IMPACT Driver! In our latest podcast episode, I sit down with Mike Hannan, a leading-edge thinker, long-time friend, partner, and business advisor, to discuss some pivotal concepts he taught me that I share in my book, The IMPACT Engine. Mike and I explore the importance of root cause analysis […]
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. […]
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 […]
252: 5 Steps to Earn Your Seat at the Table with Bill Dow

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 […]