Best PMO Strategies Podcasts (2025)

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312: Your Next Leader Is Already in the Room with Dawn Mahan 44:52

5d ago44:52

44:52

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Everyone says PMOs manage projects. We say they build leaders. If you’re only focused on timelines and templates, you're missing your biggest opportunity: using real work to grow real leadership. In this episode, I’m joined by Da…

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S2.E3. From EY Lessons to AI Disruptions: Ethics in Project Management Today with Ming Yeung 21:02

16d ago21:02

21:02

What happens when rapid tech evolution, organizational restructuring, and rising pressure challenge our core values? In this conversation with Ming Yeung — PMI Ethics Insight Team member and author of Workplace Theft: Exploring Prevalence, Impact, and Ethical Challenges — we dive into the future of ethics in project management, the role of the Chie…

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Episode 175: "PMI's Guide to Project Success" with Dave Garrett 30:22

19h ago30:22

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In this episode, we speak with Dave Garrett, Senior Advisor to the CEO at the Project Management Institute (PMI). With decades of experience driving innovation in project management, Dave is a thought leader in strategy, growth, and value delivery. As a co-founder of ProjectManagement.com and former Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at PMI, he has pl…

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E7: The House of PMO Conference 9:03

4d ago9:03

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Please forgive the audio quality – this was recorded right after the conference finished. This is a conversation with Orian Medes who is a professional focusing on Growth and Development within businesses. We talk about how PMO (programme, portfolio and project management) professionals are perfectly placed to realise value from within an organisat…

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311: How Project and Product Teams Work Together 41:17

12d ago41:17

41:17

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen It’s time to end the turf war between product and project teams — and start building a system where both can win. In this episode, I’m outlining the exact steps to design a shared operating model that aligns product vision wit…

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E6: The Six Types of Complexity and how to Manage Them 22:03

16d ago22:03

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In this episode we offer a practical overview of the six distinct forms of complexity that organisations face: technical, process, structural, organisational, people, and power. Drawing on systems thinking, Martin explores how each type demands a different approach—ranging from optimisation and workflow redesign to cultural insight and addressing p…

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310: Why Project vs. Product Is the Wrong Debate 26:58

19d ago26:58

26:58

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen In this episode, I’m calling out one of the most misleading narratives in modern strategy delivery: the false choice between project-based and product-based delivery models. If your organization is stuck in a never-ending tran…

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309: 5 Questions That Unlock Accountability 25:54

26d ago25:54

25:54

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Are your projects stalling despite seemingly clear communication? In this episode, Laura Barnard reveals five deceptively simple questions that will transform your team’s clarity, accountability, and follow-through. These questio…

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E5: So how do you really get people to change? 14:42

1M ago14:42

14:42

In this episode we focus on how organizations help change to happen using a psychological stages of change model, originally developed for addiction recovery, the model helps explain how individuals move from denial to action, often looping back through relapse. Martin illustrates this with the BBC's decision to not renew Jeremy Clarkson’s contract…

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308: "No" is a Leadership Superpower 26:57

1M ago26:57

26:57

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Saying "no" can be one of the most IMPACTful leadership tools you can use. Setting strategic boundaries is an often-overlooked professional skill. This practice can help you protect focus, drive real results, and model prioritiza…

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307: The Missing Link in Every Transformation 24:38

1M ago24:38

24:38

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills In this episode, I'm revealing the fatal mistake many PMO and transformation leaders make: pitching big changes before earning stakeholder trust. Together, let’s climb the "know, like, trust" ladder and guide your stakeholders th…

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Episode 174: "How to Run a World-Class PMO" with Lauri Accardi 27:54

1M ago27:54

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In this episode, we speak with Lauri Accardi, Founder and Chief Vision Officer of CataPoint Consulting. With over 25 years of experience in technology, Lauri is a trusted expert in program and portfolio management (PPM), agile methodologies, and business transformation. Through her work, she has helped countless organizations streamline operations,…

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E4: Laura Watford 11:50

1M ago11:50

11:50

Today we look at the organizational and people dimensions of complexity. Laura Watford of STEMunity shares her journey of organisational development, highlighting the impact of coaching on her approach to developing STEMunity and growing in confidence as a female entrepreneur. Laura describes her recent inspiring STEM events for children including …

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306: Turning Late Projects into Big Wins with Mark Woeppel 39:21

2M ago39:21

39:21

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working When deadlines slip, you need more than a replan—you need a playbook. In this episode, Laura Barnard and project recovery expert Mark Woeppel share practical strategies to stop losing time, identify bottlenecks, rebuild stakeh…

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305: Stop Wasting Time on Training That Doesn't Stick 25:56

2M ago25:56

25:56

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Are your training programs truly moving the needle? In this episode, I’m revealing why traditional training fails and how you can build lasting capability instead. If you’re leading a PMO, driving business transformation, or buil…

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304: Make Your Pain Their Pain 25:42

2M ago25:42

25:42

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Are you carrying the burden of every project challenge and organizational misstep? This episode challenges project leaders and PMO professionals to stop owning all the pain—and start translating it into executive priorities. L…

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E3: Genovefa Kefalidou 12:48

2M ago12:48

12:48

In this episode we continue to explore how to deal with the people dimension of complexity. Today I am talking to Genovefa Kefalidou, a lecturer in Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Leicester. We talk about the importance of user-centric design in AI. Genovefa explores how evolving technologies—from smart homes to AI interfaces—requir…

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S2.E2.The Disappearance of Junior Roles: Hiring Smarter, Leading AI-Driven Teams with Gerard Pietrykiewicz 33:35

2M ago33:35

33:35

What happens when AI becomes a job requirement—and human roles have to justify their own existence? In this eye-opening episode, Aina Alive welcomes back Gerard Pietrykiewicz to explore a bold internal memo from Shopify’s CEO (https://www.forbes.com/sites/douglaslaney/2025/04/09/selling-ai-strategy-to-employees-shopify-ceos-manifesto/) that declare…

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303: Why Executive Decision-Making Fails 36:27

2M ago36:27

36:27

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen One of the most frustrating realities of organizational life: delayed decision-making. Whether it's analysis paralysis, decision fatigue, or simply poor communication, I’m revealing the common reasons why executive decisions s…

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E2 Alan Brown 17:13

2M ago17:13

17:13

In this second podcast, we talk about information security and about how much information we are each willing to give up so that we can be provided with particular services. We focus on 5 areas that are most critical to consider to build our skills if we are to make sure that our AI solutions are effective: (1) productivity - new ways of looking at…

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302: From Process to Business IMPACT with Stephen Jenner 34:02

3M ago34:02

34:02

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Most PMOs fail—not because they aren’t doing enough, but because they aren’t doing the right things. In this episode, Stephen Jenner shares why traditional PMO approaches fall short and how to shift from process obsession to r…

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E1: Alan Brown 17:47

3M ago17:47

17:47

Today I am talking to Professor Alan Brown, Professor of Digital Economy at the University of Exeter and Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Digital Leaders. We talk about how small and medium sized companies can get the best from AI. We cover how AI can help in education. We also talk about the Feasibility, viability and desirability of n…

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301: Project Management Meets AI: Are You Prepared? with Tim Goodman 38:25

3M ago38:25

38:25

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen AI is the shiny new thing that has everyone buzzing. But are we actually solving real problems—or just chasing the hype? Too many companies are diving into AI without considering data readiness, decision-making processes, and …

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E73: Prescriptions for Complexity and Your Chance to Contribute 13:12

3M ago13:12

13:12

I really want to hear your views about the podcast, what topics and who I include in series 2. Please do have your say in the survey https://rb.gy/qlbau2. We live in a complex world yet some leaders try to pretend that complexity is not there. Systems thinking provides prescriptions for standard types of complexity. In this episode I will talk abou…

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300: The IMPACT Insiders Book Club – Join the Movement! 23:14

3M ago23:14

23:14

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working Reading The IMPACT Engine is just the first step—real IMPACT happens when you apply what you’ve learned. That’s why we’re launching the IMPACT Insiders Book Club, a free, interactive experience where we’ll break down key takea…

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Episode 173: "Unlock the Secret to Effective OKRs" with Ben Lamorte 35:36

3M ago35:36

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In this episode, we speak with Ben LaMorte, a leading expert in helping businesses define their most critical objectives and achieve measurable results. As the founder of OKRs.com in 2014, Ben has personally guided over 100 organizations, including industry giants like eBay, Adobe, and Capital One, in successfully implementing Objectives and Key Re…

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E72: Toby Lowe 19:21

3M ago19:21

19:21

Today I am so pleased to introduce Toby Lowe who is a Visiting Professor of Public Management. We talk about what is wrong with New Public Management, and how it can lead to people manipulating the metrics. Toby talks about the pressures he faced while he was CEO of a charity to lie. We talk about how to govern and fund public services, and that th…

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S2.E1.AI in Project Management: Tools, Risks, and the Future of PM with Gerard Pietrykiewicz 31:42

3M ago31:42

31:42

In this episode, Aina sits down with Gerard, a seasoned program manager and AI enthusiast, to explore the real-world impact of AI on project management. Together, they break down practical use cases, risks, and misconceptions surrounding tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini. Gerard shares how AI helps him handle technical documentation, generate…

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299: Have We Outgrown Our Project Management Methods? with Jasmine O’Reilly 26:19

3M ago26:19

26:19

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working For decades, project management has relied on structured methodologies like Agile and Waterfall. But as business evolves, are these methods keeping up? In this episode, I’m working with Jasmine O'Reilly to challenge the status…

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E71 Joseph Paris 22:58

3M ago22:58

22:58

In this episode of Evolving Enterprises, I am very lucky to be joined by Joseph Paris, CEO of Xonitek Consulting Group. This year marks the 40th year of Xonitek. We will be looking into what first led to Joseph’s interest in operational excellence. We discuss how the challenges faced by companies and people around the world are very similar. We tal…

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298: Building Resilience: Turning Stress into Strength with Annmarie Curley 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back—it’s about leading with confidence, even under pressure. In this episode, I’m joined by Annmarie Curley to learn about the science of stress, the heart-brain connection, and practical str…

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E70 Laura Watford 21:33

4M ago21:33

21:33

In this episode I am delighted to talk to Laura Watford, co-founder of STEMunity about her inspiring journey from classroom teacher to STEM education innovator, highlighting the challenges and breakthroughs that led to the creation of a charity dedicated to improving STEM opportunities for underrepresented groups. In her career Laura has been a STE…

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297: The Costly Agile Mistake Holding Your PMO Back with Fatimah Abbouchi 42:42

4M ago42:42

42:42

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working Agile and PMOs—two worlds that many believe can’t coexist. But the truth is, they must. In this episode, Fatimah Abbouchi joins us to break down the biggest mistakes PMOs make when trying to integrate Agile and governance, and…

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296: The Hidden Reason Projects Fail (And How to Fix It) with Alexandra Chapman 40:36

4M ago40:36

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Executives don’t manage projects day-to-day, but they live with the results. What if the key to successful strategy execution isn’t just delivery—but how projects are set up from the start? Most project failures don’t happen d…

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Episode 172: "How to Manage Organizational Change" with Richard Carson 24:06

4M ago24:06

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In this episode, we sit down with Richard Carson, consultant, author, and researcher in Organizational Change Management. As CEO & President of Carson & Associates, Richard has spent his career advising public and private organizations on change management, strategic planning, and performance improvement. With deep expertise in driving transformati…

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E69 Bob Scott 15:15

4M ago15:15

15:15

Today I am delighted to be joined by Bob Scott, Honorary Treasurer and Board Member of the Operational Research Society for this third podcast exploring Operational Research (OR). Bob is a former Senior Vice President of Capgemini. Today we explore OR applied to the automotive industry and the effect of having decisions taken in isolation. We talk …

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295: How AI is Reshaping Project Management: Insights from Scott Ambler 39:42

4M ago39:42

39:42

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen AI is no longer a distant future—it’s here, and it’s reshaping how organizations deliver strategy. Some leaders are resisting the change, while others are using AI to gain a competitive edge. The question is: Which side will y…

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E68 Bob Scott 18:28

4M ago18:28

18:28

Today I am delighted to be joined by Bob Scott, Honorary Treasurer and Board Member of the Operational Research Society for this second podcast exploring Operational Research (OR). Bob is a former Senior Vice President of Capgemini. Today we explore the difference that OR can make to the North American paper industry and in vastly reducing packagin…

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294: Elevate Your Leadership: Mastering the Resilient Mindset with Susanne Madsen 38:28

4M ago38:28

38:28

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Your technical skills got you here—but your mindset will determine your success. 🚀 This week on the PMO Strategies Podcast, I welcome Susanne Madsen, an executive coach and leadership expert, to uncover how project leaders can st…

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E67 Bob Scott 23:48

5M ago23:48

23:48

Today I am delighted to be joined by Bob Scott, Honorary Treasurer and Board Member of the Operational Research Society. Bob is a former Senior Vice President of Capgemini. This is the first of a short series of podcasts that explore Operational Research (OR) which is using scientific methods to make better business decisions. In this episode Bob s…

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293: How to Harness the Power of Community in Your PMO with Galen Low 37:39

5M ago37:39

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Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working Are you drowning in a sea of generic project management advice? With AI-generated content and repetitive best practices, it’s becoming harder to find meaningful, experience-driven insights that actually move the needle. That’s…

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E66: Graeme Forbes 2 19:46

5M ago19:46

19:46

In this second podcast I am delighted to talk to Graeme a freelance philosophical consultant. We talk about personalised decision making, personalised medicine and how everything mediated by algorithms. But what do they do with “outliers” – the people who don’t conform to the “average”? If we don’t ‘fit the mould.’ How much will the changes in soci…

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The Roadmap to Becoming an IMPACT Driver 35:13

5M ago35:13

35:13

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills Hi, IMPACT Driver! The rules of leadership are shifting – and if you’re still managing projects the same way, 2025 might be a tough year. The leaders who thrive will be those who know how to think strategically, speak the languag…

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292: The Roadmap to Becoming an IMPACT Driver 36:42

5M ago36:42

36:42

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills The rules of leadership are shifting – and if you’re still managing projects the same way, 2025 might be a tough year. The leaders who thrive will be those who know how to think strategically, speak the language of executives, an…

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Episode 171: "How to get Strategy & Sustainability Right" with Martina Huemann 25:58

5M ago25:58

25:58

In this episode, we sit down with Martina Huemann, Professor of Project Leadership and Society at UCL and WU Vienna. With over 20 years of experience, Martina is a leading voice in empowering project leaders and advancing impactful scholarship. Martina connects academic insights with practical strategies, inspiring global leaders and organizations …

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