From Employee to Entrepreneur: A PMO Leader's Journey
Dec 15, 2024
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Bruno Morgante, a seasoned PMO expert and founder of a strategic consulting firm, shares his insightful journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship. He reveals the pivotal moment that inspired his leap, the real challenges he faced during his business launch, and strategic insights on building a consulting practice. Bruno also discusses balancing multiple professional roles and offers essential advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, making this conversation a treasure trove of actionable insights for anyone contemplating a similar transition.
Bruno's journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship was driven by a desire to realign personal goals with professional fulfillment, highlighting the importance of pursuing one's passion.
Transitioning to entrepreneurship involves overcoming challenges such as managing operational details and developing marketing skills, emphasizing the need for support and collaboration during this process.
Deep dives
Motivation for Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
The decision to leave the corporate world often stems from a growing sense of disconnection between personal goals and professional limitations. An individual shared insights on how increased restrictions in their corporate role led to a realization of their capability to inspire and guide others, ultimately motivating them to take the leap into entrepreneurship. After a pivotal experience at a conference where they recognized their unfulfilled potential, they felt compelled to create a space where they could help organizations and individuals embrace change. This moment solidified their determination to pursue a business that aligned with their values and passion for project management.
Challenges Faced in Starting a Business
Transitioning from a structured corporate job to entrepreneurship presents various challenges, including managing newfound freedom, administrative tasks, and navigating marketing and sales. The lack of prescribed structures can lead to overwhelm, as the individual must now decide on every operational detail, from communication tools to client engagement strategies. Additionally, administrative hurdles require careful attention, such as altering professional status and handling accounting practices which can be daunting without expert assistance. Finally, marketing and sales become a critical focus, demanding skills that are often outside the scope of traditional project management roles, thus necessitating support and guidance from experienced peers.
Vision and Future Goals for the Business
The envisioned future for the entrepreneurial journey includes growth, collaboration, and the development of a supportive team. Currently, efforts are directed towards establishing a sustainable business model that addresses the needs of both organizations and individuals through various services. Enriching project delivery while inspiring teams and offering coaching to both new and experienced professionals are central components of their mission. As the business evolves, the goal is to onboard team members who share the vision of fostering a culture of continuous improvement while expanding service offerings and making a meaningful impact.
Join us as we sit down with Bruno, a seasoned PMO expert with over two decades of experience in Fortune 500 companies, who's now embarking on an exciting entrepreneurial journey. In this candid conversation, Bruno shares his transition from corporate leadership to founding his own strategic consulting firm.
With a rich background in managing complex project portfolios and driving organizational success, Bruno opens up about:
• The pivotal moment that inspired his leap from corporate security to entrepreneurship
• Real challenges and valuable lessons learned during his business launch
• Strategic insights on building a consulting practice from scratch
• Practical tips for balancing multiple professional roles - from consulting to coaching
• Essential advice for professionals considering their own entrepreneurial path
Whether you're a project management professional dreaming of independence, or a corporate leader contemplating your next move, Bruno's story offers actionable insights and honest perspectives on navigating this life-changing transition.
This episode is perfect for:
• PMO professionals seeking career growth
• Corporate executives considering entrepreneurship
• Project managers looking to expand their impact
• Anyone interested in strategic consulting and coaching
Discover how decades of corporate experience can transform into a thriving independent venture, and learn the key strategies for making your own successful transition.
You can find more about Bruno on his website brunomorgante.com and on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/brunomorgante
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