In this episode, global project and program leaders discuss how they deal with disruption and navigate uncertainty in a constantly shifting landscape. About Our Guests: Jennifer Mercer, program manager for arctic research support and logistics with the National Science Foundation in Washington, D.C. talks what it takes to manage projects in some of the world’s most extreme environments. James Stewart, vice chair for KPMG in London, discusses how project managers need to adapt their skill sets to better manage uncertainty. John Donohoe, director of change management and the program management office for Star Alliance Services GMBH in Frankfurt, Germany, shares how his company has evolved its product development process to quickly adapt to changing customer demands. We hope you’ve enjoyed our podcast series, ProjectifiedTM with PMI. To join the conversation online, we ask you to use #Projectified and @PMInstitute. We also encourage you to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music by clicking on the links below. Thank you very much, and stay tuned as we release more episodes of ProjectifiedTM with PMI. For an easy way to stay up-to-date on Projectified with PMI, subscribe to our podcast at: Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or PMI.org/podcast. Key Themes: [0:40] Dealing with disruption [2:45] How The Star Alliance Network navigates change [5:25] Planning for volatility on projects and programs [8:40] Anticipating change and managing risk [9:55] Data-driven decision-making [11:50] Managing projects in extreme environments [15:35] Dealing with project disruptions [17:15] Lessons learned from Arctic projects

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Projectified[R] is your guide to the future of project management. Created by Project Management Institute, this podcast is for people who lead strategic initiatives and collaborate on teams to deliver value to their organizations. It features dynamic thought leaders and practitioners who share their real-world experiences and expertise to inform, inspire and prepare you for success.
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Folge vom 08.08.2018Managing Volatility — Adapt or Fail with guest Jennifer Mercer
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Folge vom 25.07.2018Career Development — Landing Your Dream Job with guest Manuel Salero Coca, PMPGlobal experts discuss how to ace an interview, landing your next big promotion and the skills that set top-performing project professionals apart. In this episode, you'll hear from career experts ... Manuel Salero Coca, managing director for PIN Technologies in Mexico City, about what it takes to become a project leader in a global company—and even start your own business. Lindsay Scott, director of program and project management recruitment for Arras People in London, shares some of the hiring trends she’s seen taking shape in the U.K. Deepa Kalangi, senior project manager at Magellan Health in Portland, Oregon, USA, offers tips to help job seekers answer the toughest project management interview questions. We hope you’ve enjoyed our podcast series, ProjectifiedTM with PMI. To join the conversation online, we ask you to use #Projectified and @PMInstitute. We also encourage you to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music by clicking on the links below. Thank you very much, and stay tuned as we release more episodes of ProjectifiedTM with PMI. For an easy way to stay up-to-date on Projectified with PMI, subscribe to our podcast at: Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or PMI.org/podcast. Key Themes: [1:15] In-demand project management skills [4:53] How to impress a hiring manager [6:59] Answering impossible interview questions [9:47] The project management talent gap [13:48] Becoming your own boss [17:48] What sets top performers apart [19:30] Building trust with your team
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Folge vom 11.07.2018Innovation - Changing the Game with guest Alice PollardIn this episode, global project leaders discuss how to make hyper-innovation happen, the do’s and don’ts of managing virtual teams and navigating an uncertain project landscape. Alice Pollard, chief of staff and innovation architect for Cisco Hyper Innovation Living Labs in San Francisco, shares the success factors that helps some of the world’s largest companies collaborate on game-changing innovations. James Stewart, vice chair for KPMG in London, talks how teams can navigate a new breed of project challenges, from breakneck speeds to real-time reporting requirements. Fiona Charonnat, customer project and program management process owner for Ericsson in Paris, and Ibrahim Dani, director of governance for Optus Australia in Sydney, outline how leaders need to think differently when working with increasingly dispersed teams. We hope you’ve enjoyed our podcast series, Projectified with PMI. To join the conversation online, we ask you to use #Projectified and @PMInstitute. We also encourage you to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music by clicking on the links below. Thank you very much, and stay tuned as we release more episodes of Projectified with PMI. For an easy way to stay up-to-date on Projectified with PMI, subscribe to our podcast at: Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or PMI.org/podcast. Key Themes: [2:10] Defining the skill set of the future [5:00] When to turn to a virtual team [6:59] How to engage dispersed team members [11:28] Future-proofing project plans [12:35] Running a first-of-its-kind project [15:05] How does hyper-innovation work? [20:40] Gaining speed without sacrificing quality [22:55] Innovation on a shoestring
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Folge vom 27.06.2018Women in Project Leadership - Gaining Ground with guest Jane CanniffJane Canniff and Carrie Fletcher discuss what it takes to be a woman in charge, and Lindsay Scott shares research on gender trends in project management. About our Guests — Carrie Fletcher, Lindsay Scott and Jane Caniff: Carrie Fletcher, PMP, is the senior director of health information management and the enterprise project management office (PMO) for the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, Canada. She has nearly 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector. Lindsay Scott is the director of program and project management recruitment for Arras People in London. Jane Canniff, PMP, is a senior IT consultant who spent more than a decade working for nonprofits World Vision International and CARE in the global development sector. We hope you’ve enjoyed our podcast series, Projectified with PMI. To join the conversation online, we ask you to use #Projectified and @PMInstitute. We also encourage you to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music by clicking on the links below. Thank you very much, and stay tuned as we release more episodes of Projectified with PMI. For an easy way to stay up-to-date on Projectified with PMI, subscribe to our podcast at: Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or PMI.org/podcast. Key Themes: [1:40] The gender pay gap in project management [6:10] Challenges female project leaders face (Carrie Fletcher) [8:08] Striking the right work-life balance (Carrie Fletcher) [12:10] Gender trends in the project management profession (Lindsay Scott) [13:45] The future of contract vs. full-time project work (Lindsay Scott) [16:18] How to advance your career (Jane Canniff) [20:50] Advice for female project managers (Jane Canniff) [22:26] The value of diversity in the workforce (Jane Canniff)