In today’s episode, Laura sits down with Laura Bernard, the founder and CEO of PMO Strategies and author of the groundbreaking book, The Impact Engine. With nearly three decades of experience, Laura has a wealth of knowledge on how to bridge the gap between strategy and execution in organizations.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by competing priorities, where everything seems urgent but nothing gets done? Laura knows this struggle all too well and shares her insights on how to transform your approach to project management.

Here are some key takeaways from their conversation:

• Understanding the PMO’s Role: Laura explains how a Project Management Office (PMO) should not just focus on delivering projects but on achieving meaningful business outcomes aligned with your organization’s strategy.
• The Importance of Prioritization: They discuss the critical need for clarity in priorities. As Laura puts it, “When everything is important, nothing is important.” Learn how to create focus within your teams to drive results.
• Creating a Culture of Trust: Discover how trust plays a pivotal role in effective leadership and project management, and how you can foster this within your organization.
• Actionable Strategies: Laura provides practical tips for executives and leaders to start implementing changes immediately, ensuring that your projects deliver real value.

Whether you’re a seasoned executive or just starting your leadership journey, this episode is packed with insights that can help you accelerate your organization’s strategy delivery.

Don’t forget to check out Laura’s book, The Impact Engine, and her podcast, PMO Strategies, for even more valuable content.

Thank you for tuning in! If you haven’t listened to episode 193, where Laura dives into the importance of building meaningful partnerships in your career, then go back and check it out!

Resources and links mentioned during this episode:
-Check out Laura’s book – The Impact Engine and take the Impact Driver Self-Assessment here.
-Grab a copy of Laura’s new book, Values First Teams here!
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More about Laura Barnard:

For nearly three decades, Laura Barnard has spearheaded efforts to unleash the power of effective project management to help organizations rapidly achieve higher returns on investment for their strategic goals. Her company’s groundbreaking IMPACT Engine System empowers organizations to drive transformational outcomes aligned to their vision with unprecedented speed and measurable business IMPACT. Laura’s nonprofit, Project Management for Change, is on a mission to elevate the profile of the project management profession while changing the world for the better one project at a time. In 2021, Laura was named World PMO Influencer of the Year by the PMO Global Alliance (now part of the Project Management Institute).