PMO & Project Leadership Podcast

In this short special edition we talk about a couple of upcoming events for those interested in how AI is, and will impact our profession. On Wednesday 12th June Louise Gardner, MD Pledge Group will be hosting a Webinar discussing how generative AI can be used right now to support projects, programs and PMOs. The webinar is free and will be starting at 4pm Sydney/Melbourne time, 7am UK time and 8am CET. If you register but are unable to make it we will send you a recording. Registrations details are here: https://bit.ly/4e1BBUV   On the 30th & 31st July we will be hosting a technology focused event in p at the Hilton Hotel in Sydney. The Project Management Technology Showcase is Australia's only event looking at how technology is supporting project management. We have two full days of expert speakers, featuring case studies and first hand experience of using PPM tools.  Our technology partners at the event include Rego Consulting (Clatiry/Broadcom), Opentext,  Smartsheet, Zoho Project, Monday.com, Planview, Hexagon and Transparent Choice.  For details on the full program including how to register, check out the website: https://bit.ly/PMTS If you are in Australia you won't want to miss it. For 50% off admission use the code PMO50 and don't forget to come and say hi on the day. Watch out for a new, full series of the PMO & Project Leadership Podcase coming soon!

The podcast explores advancements in AI, predictive analysis, and virtual collaboration spaces in project management. It discusses the integration of tools and the potential for PMO software to communicate with other systems. It also explores the adoption of agile methodologies, customer-centricity, and soft skills in project management. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and adaptive leadership for PMOs. Finally, it highlights the role of PMOs in leading sustainability and social responsibility initiatives.

This podcast discusses the common challenges faced by PMOs, including resistance to change, the need for consistent processes, managing resource constraints, aligning with organizational goals, effective communication, and securing executive support. The emphasis is on clear communication, adaptability, and alignment as key strategies for growth opportunities.

The podcast discusses stakeholder engagement, measuring PMO success through metrics, continuous training, flexibility and adaptability, and building a high-performing team. Topics include the importance of regular communication, feedback loops, key performance indicators, consistent reporting, benchmarking, staying updated with industry trends, regular workshops, external courses, reviewing processes, feedback from project teams, and utilizing effective tools for data analysis.

This podcast delves into the criticality of understanding the need for a PMO and the steps required in setting it up. It highlights the importance of identifying pain points, aligning projects with organizational strategy, and establishing a comprehensive structure and governance. The podcast also emphasizes the significance of training, selecting the right tools, and addressing challenges such as defining objectives and aligning with organizational culture.

In this podcast, they discuss the basics of a PMO, including different types of PMOs and their roles. They explore the functions of a PMO, such as resource management and project performance tracking. They also highlight the importance of PMOs and the challenges they face.

Liz Connolly is a Gold Coast based PMO Leader who accidentally found her way into the project management arena. Having worked across a number of project environments, Liz shares her thoughts on transferable skills, certifications  and provides some tips for those staring off on their PMO leadership journey.    The PMO Masterclass Series is sponsored by Pledge Consulting's Elevate Program - a 5 month professional development program to help project professionals to take their career to the next level!  https://www.pledgeconsulting.com.au/services/training-courses-and-professional-development/

Jim Livesey is a UK based PMO leader and the founder of the successful PMO networking group, PMO North. In this wide ranging chat, Jim explains why things are not always as they seem in PMOs and we cover a number of hot button PMO topics, from PM tools to Agile and many other topics, drawing on Jim's depth of experience.   The PMO Masterclass Series is sponsored by Pledge Consulting's Elevate Program - a 5 month professional development program to help project professionals to take their career to the next level!  https://www.pledgeconsulting.com.au/services/training-courses-and-professional-development/

In this episode Michael Taylor, Strategic Change lead with the Smith Family and veteran PMO leader, talks about developing strong teams, building organisational support and becoming addicted to achieving strategic goals. Michael also talked the benefits of connecting to an organisational purpose and how that helped the PMO in his previous role. The PMO Masterclass Series is sponsored by Pledge Consulting's Elevate Program - a 5 month professional development program to help project professionals to take their career to the next level!  https://www.pledgeconsulting.com.au/services/training-courses-and-professional-development/

In this conversation with PMO leader Alex Floro, Alex talks us though her thoughts on what makes a great PMO and how important it is to build relationships and take a people centric approach to PMO.   Alex has worked in project management for more than 25 years, mostly in telcos, banking and finance. She has focused on leading PMOs for the past 10 years and shares her tips for the up and coming PMO managers.   The PMO Masterclass Series is sponsored by Pledge Consulting's Elevate Program - a 5 month professional development program to help project professionals to take their career to the next level!  https://www.pledgeconsulting.com.au/services/training-courses-and-professional-development/