Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers!

PMI Talent Triangle: Ways of Working

In this episode, Laura Barnard is joined by longtime friend and productivity powerhouse Elise Stevens to explore how AI is revolutionizing project delivery. Together, they break down the myths about AI taking over jobs and instead show how smart use of AI can elevate the role of delivery leaders. From email communication to risk management, Elise and Laura offer real-world, tactical advice on how to integrate AI to reduce admin burden and boost strategic IMPACT.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why AI won’t replace delivery leaders but will elevate them instead
• How to use AI tactically to simplify daily project tasks
• How to reduce admin work and create more space for strategic engagement
• Which AI tools and strategies can accelerate delivery while lowering stress
• Why the best starting point is low-stakes, high-frustration work

👉 Press play to explore how AI is revolutionizing project delivery.

Connect with Elise:

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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.

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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



You don’t earn confidence by reading about it.

You earn it by doing the reps – when things get messy, when plans fall apart, when you show up anyway.

This episode will shift how you think about confidence and what it actually takes to build it. We’re unpacking the real reason so many capable leaders hold back. It’s not that they’re unprepared. It’s that they believe confidence should come before the leap.

Inside this episode, I’m sharing what truly builds confidence for high-IMPACT leaders. Not theory. Practice. These are the same principles we use inside the IMPACT Engine System to help transformation professionals build capability they can count on.

You’ll hear:

• Why confidence doesn’t lead. It follows.
• How a keynote gone wrong became one of my most grounded moments.
• The shift that changed how I approach fear, stage time, and risk.
• Why building competence is the only way to create lasting confidence.
• How we create safe, supportive practice spaces in our IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind.

If you’ve been waiting for permission, clarity, or courage, this episode will give you something better: A starting point.

The confidence you’re looking for lives on the other side of the work. And that work is what drives real IMPACT.

👉 Press play and start building the confidence that shows up after you make your move.

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. Stop the chaos—start leading with confidence! The IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind gives you expert coaching, hands-on support, and the blueprint to deliver real business value. Ready to accelerate your success? Join us 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

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 Dawn Mahan, founder of PMOtraining.com, international speaker, and creator of the award-winning ProjectFlo® Process Learning System. Dawn coined the term Projectland® and is the bestselling author of Meet the Players in Projectland, a game-changing guide to aligning roles and driving project success.

Together, we show exactly how your PMO can become a leadership engine by turning everyday project roles into development opportunities. This isn’t about adding more to your plate — it’s about seeing the work already in motion as a platform for growth.

Whether you're leading a small team or managing a full portfolio, you’ll walk away with clear strategies to build talent while delivering results.

What You'll Learn:

• Why every role in “Projectland” is a chance to lead
• How to spot and support hidden talent across your organization
• Creative ways to build leadership skills in fast-paced environments
• How to frame the PMO as a leadership development partner for executives
• Why rotational roles, peer learning, and project-based growth can outperform traditional training

👉 Press play to discover how your PMO can shape the leaders your organization needs most.

Connect with Dawn:

Follow Dawn on LinkedIn

Visit PMOtraining.com

Access Meet the Players in Projectland

🎧 Companion Episode: Don't miss Episode 250 – How to Build a PMO That Drives Results for deeper insights on this topic.

Receive a confidential sample of Meet the Players in Projectland: Decide the Right Project Roles & Get People on Board

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.

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...