The Technical Program Management Podcast & Interviews

TPM Podcast with Rhea – Episode II Part II

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Mar 7, 2023
Rhea Frondozo, a seasoned expert in large-scale program management, shares her wealth of knowledge on effective communication strategies. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring messages for different stakeholders, ensuring concise updates for executives and detailed reports for team members. The discussion also delves into navigating common blockers during project execution, the complexities of multi-team management, and the roles within Technical Program Management. Rhea offers valuable insights into planning, risk mitigation, and adapting communication to enhance project success.
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ADVICE

Communication Plan Design

  • Understand who needs communication, how often, and at what detail level.
  • Tailor communication methods (reports, meetings, newsletters) based on stakeholder needs.
ADVICE

Communication Cadence

  • Recalibrate communication frequency with stakeholders as the program progresses.
  • Avoid unnecessary daily meetings to prevent burnout.
ANECDOTE

Cloud Region Rebuild

  • Rhea and Mario discuss an instance where an entire cloud region was built incorrectly.
  • They had to rebuild the region from scratch, highlighting the cost of incorrect assumptions.
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