In this episode of the PMO Community Podcast, host Aina Alive speaks with Michael Jablonski, a seasoned project management professional with over 20 years of experience in the Education and Logistics industries. Known for his dedication to human-centric leadership and strategic alignment, Michael shares his perspective on the evolving role of the Chief Project Officer (CPO) and its importance in modern organizations.

Episode Highlights & Timecodes:

• [03:21 ] – Emergence of the CPO Role: Michael discusses what’s driving the need for CPOs and how this role differs from traditional project management.


• [05:03 ] – The Strategic Value of the CPO: Michael shares how CPOs can position themselves as strategic partners within executive teams.


• [07:00 ] – Balancing Strategic and Human Goals: Insights on how successful CPOs balance high-level goals with nurturing team dynamics.


• [09:55 ] – Human-Centric Leadership: Michael explains what human-centric leadership means to him and why it’s essential in today’s project management landscape.


• [11:58 ] – Future of Human-Centric Leadership: Looking ahead, Michael shares his thoughts on the evolution of human-centric leadership within project management.


• [14:43 ] – Preparing for Future Challenges: Michael discusses how CPOs should prepare for the future, focusing on tools and strategies to stay ahead, especially with AI.


• [17:07 ] – Innovation Through Leadership: Michael’s “Innovation Huddles” and how creating similar spaces can foster creativity and drive impactful project outcomes.

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