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! 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 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!" 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) 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. 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! 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
Ali Omar
I'm new to PMO. and your podcast is highly beneficial. many thanks 👍🏽
Keith Ross
Congratulations Laura on this endeavor and the IMPACT that you will make on many. I am looking forward to listening to and applying those PMO strategies that will help me make a greater impact.