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 prioritization excellence for your team and stakeholders.

Learn how mastering "yes," "yes, and," and "no" can accelerate your strategy delivery and boost your organizational value.

Key Discussion Points:

• Why leadership isn't just about what you agree to do.
• How to use language to avoid overcommitting.
• The cost of not publishing a "Not Doing List."
• Three-step framework to organize priorities.
• Real-world examples of strategic prioritization in action.

👉 Press play to start learning when and how to say no.

P.S. The IMPACT Insiders Book Club is so much more than reading a book — it's a movement. Join us for live calls, deep conversations, and a behind-the-scenes look at how to create real change with The IMPACT Engine. It’s completely free — grab your seat now and don’t miss what’s next.

P.P.S. I’m bringing the IMPACT Engine to London on June 13 for an exclusive, full-day workshop. If you're ready to move from tactical to truly strategic, this is your moment. Seats are limited and going fast — reserve yours here.

Thanks for taking the time to check out the podcast!

I welcome your feedback and insights!

I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

Warmly,

Laura Barnard

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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 through credibility, connection, and consistency to win lasting buy-in.

Learn how to avoid fueling resistance and instead create powerful pull toward your ideas.

What You'll Learn:

• Why big proposals often fail without trust
• How to build credibility with quick wins
• The "value ladder" approach for PMO success
• How to move from "know, like, trust" to "try, buy, repeat, refer"

👉 Press play to start building stakeholder trust for real transformation.

P.S. 🎉 International PMO Day is almost here — this Tuesday, May 13! 🎉

That’s right… it’s time to celebrate YOU and all the hard work PMOs do to drive IMPACT.

Start planning your PMO party now! Whether it’s a team lunch, a virtual toast, or just a moment to treat yourself (hello, coffee break!), take time to recognize the powerhouse that is your PMO. Or better yet, team up with other PMOs in your organization and turn it into a full-on celebration!

We're cooking up something special behind the scenes, so keep an eye on the newsletter—details coming soon!

Let the countdown to PMO greatness begin... 🥳

Thanks for taking the time to check out the podcast!

I welcome your feedback and insights!

I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

Warmly,

Laura Barnard

GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES | TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN | PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

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 stakeholder trust, and accelerate results using Visual Project Management techniques.

Key Takeaways:

• Early warning signs your project is in trouble
• How to use Visual Project Management for faster recovery
• Breaking bottlenecks and regaining momentum
• Rebuilding credibility with stakeholders

👉 Press play to learn how you can turn late projects into big wins.

Connect with Mark:

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P.S. 🎉 International PMO Day is almost here — Tuesday, May 13! 🎉

That’s right… it’s time to celebrate YOU and all the hard work PMOs do to drive IMPACT.

Start planning your PMO party now! Whether it’s a team lunch, a virtual toast, or just a moment to treat yourself (hello, coffee break!), take time to recognize the powerhouse that is your PMO. Or better yet, team up with other PMOs in your organization and turn it into a full-on celebration!

We're cooking up something special behind the scenes, so keep an eye on the newsletter—details coming soon!

Let the countdown to PMO greatness begin... 🥳

Thanks for taking the time to check out the podcast!

I welcome your feedback and insights!

I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online!

Warmly,

Laura Barnard

GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES | TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN | PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS