In this episode of Project Zero, host Alex Tuck interviews Amy Marshall-Carney, co-founder of Sage Echelon Consulting, about her journey from being a youthful 'natural project manager' in her personal life and early career to becoming a prominent figure in the project management world. Amy shares insights on transitioning from engineering to project management, the importance of continuous process improvement, and the role of communication and understanding in successful project management. She also offers valuable advice for aspiring project managers and discusses the significance of stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and maintaining a calm, solution-focused attitude. The conversation delves into Amy's early experiences at IBM, her progression to portfolio management, and her current role in strategic program management and change management at Sage Echelon Consulting.

00:00 Introduction to Project Zero

00:12 Meet Amy Marshall-Carney

01:30 Amy's Early Experiences with Project Management

03:40 Transitioning from Engineering to Project Management

06:21 Amy's First Major Project at IBM

08:31 Lessons Learned from Early Projects

12:25 Advice for Aspiring Project Managers

16:21 Career Progression to Program Management

24:12 Speed Round and Fun Questions

28:22 Amy's Ultimate Project Dream

29:52 Conclusion and Contact Information

Connect with Amy: amy@sageechelon.com or https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymarshallcarney/

Connect with Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alextuck/

www.tuckconsultinggroup.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tuckconsultinggroup/

www.tuckconsultinggroup.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tuckconsultinggroup/