225: Standing Up a Strategy Delivery Office as a New PMO Leader with Mike Welch

Oct 16, 2023

Mike Welch, with no prior project management experience, shares his journey of leading a Strategy Delivery Office (SDO) and the challenges he faced. He discusses the importance of collaboration, breaking down silos, and involving individuals for better project management. Welch reflects on implementing a 90-day PMO, the supportive coaching group, and the usefulness of the impact engine system. The podcast also emphasizes the power of a project charter for communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and celebration of success.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Leading a Strategy Delivery Office

02:16 • 17min

Reflections on Overcoming Project Management Challenges

18:48 • 4min

The Power of a Project Charter and Its Role in Decision-Making

23:01 • 3min

Celebrating Success and Making an Impact

26:03 • 2min