In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Wilson, a seasoned expert in scheduling and project management within the aerospace and defense industry. With extensive experience at leading companies like Northrop Grumman and Honeywell, Jessica specializes in Department of Defense contracts, earned value management, and integrated master schedules. Over the course of her career, she’s tackled complex scheduling issues, compliance demands, and reporting challenges in the aerospace and defense space.

Jessica shares how she got started in the industry and offers her perspective on how technology is transforming scheduling and earned value management. She also discusses why IPMDAR is such a hot topic and how tools and processes have changed over the past decade. Tune in to hear valuable lessons she’s learned and gain insights into overcoming the unique challenges faced in this highly regulated and demanding industry.

Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn

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In this episode, we sit down with Carol Cone, a trailblazer in the purpose movement with over 35 years of experience. Carol currently leads Carol Cone ON PURPOSE (CCOP), dedicated to advancing purpose strategies for corporations, brands, nonprofits, and professionals worldwide. She shares insights from her journey, starting with the founding of Cone Inc., the first and largest social impact agency, through her leadership roles at Omnicom and Edelman, to establishing CCOP and the Purpose Collaborative, a global network of purpose-driven firms. Carol discusses how she became an expert in corporate culture and leadership, emphasizing the importance of a company’s purpose and how to approach it effectively.

Join us as Carol reveals the secrets of good corporate leadership, traits to be wary of in leaders, and how transparency afforded by the internet has transformed the work environment. She also explains the importance of viewing suppliers as partners and shares the most valuable piece of advice she has received in her career, offering listeners actionable insights to apply in their own professional journeys.

Connect with Carol on LinkedIn
Listen to the Purpose 360 podcast 

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This episode of The Project Management Paradise Podcast is the part of a unique limited series called "Unlocking Project Success with Professor John McGrath”.

In this episode, we're joined by Hardeep Kaur, a Global Director – Operational Excellence, Strategy, Transformation, Change Management and Communications, at Merck, with over 25 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Operations and General Management. 

Hardeep shares her experience and advice for successful change and transformation, in particular in the area of strategy execution.  

Key Highlights: 

• Introduction to Hardeep Kaur and change management 
• The difference between change and transformation 
• Misconceptions about the role of the project sponsor and their importance to project success  
• Tips for improving stakeholder communication 
• 3 lessons learned for successful execution of change 
• Agility and how to make your organization change ready 

Connect with Hardeep on LinkedIn here

Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide 

This episode of The Project Management Paradise Podcast is the part of a unique limited series called "Unlocking Project Success with Professor John McGrath”. In this episode, we're joined by Carl Bernie, an Operations Director with DPS Group with extensive KAM, project management and commercial experience on global semi-conductor mega construction projects. 

Carl shares his experience in dealing with project fatigue in complex projects. He discusses his journey into the world of project management, which began in the 1990s, and today entails managing multi-year projects with budgets of billions of euro.  

Carl explores how large, complex projects differ from more traditional projects, including initiation, execution, delivery and project close-out.  

Key Highlights: 

●      Introduction to Carl Bernie and mega projects 

●      Agile, iterative approaches to project execution 

●      Diversity in project teams and creating a team dynamic  

●      Traits for a good project manager 

●      Essence, experience and pitfalls of project fatigue  

●      Effects of global events – including supply chain stresses, Brexit, Covid, remote working – on project management capabilities  

Connect with Carl on LinkedIn here

In this episode, we're joined by Pamela Ann Sinclair, a training specialist for Cora Systems and change management expert, who shares her expertise in change management preparation. Pamela discusses her journey into the world of change management, highlighting its increasing relevance in project management over the past decade. She emphasizes the pivotal role of change management in successful project execution and provides a practical checklist of industry best-practices to ensure smooth transitions. Pamela also explores common pitfalls in change management based on her extensive experience, offering insights on how to avoid them.

Key Highlights:

●      00:58 - Introduction to Pam Sinclair and Change Management

●      02:30 - Change Management: A Marketing Buzzword

●      05:36 - Pam on the Basics of Change Management

●      08:13 - The Two Biggest Pitfalls

●      14:58 - Pam’s Key Learning Experience

●      17:38 - Importance of Change on People

Connect with Pamela on LinkedIn here

Learn the keys to effective change management by accessing a complimentary copy at www.corasystems.com/changeguide

In this episode, Aaron Murphy hosts Jeremiah Broz, the CEO and founder of Energy Advantage Roof and Solar, to delve into how renewable energy is reshaping our world. Jeremiah's commitment to sustainability and renewable energy is transforming both the industry and the communities he serves.

Key Highlights:

●      00:54 - Introduction to Jeremiah Broz and Renewable Energy

●      01:07 - Jeremiah's Background and Journey to Renewable Energy

●      02:00 - The Birth of Energy Advantage

●      05:30 - The Long-Term Worth of Switching to Solar

●      09:57 - Metrics for Comparing Energy Sources

●      12:08 - The Transition from Fossil Fuels to Renewables

●      13:52 - Addressing Fears and Concerns about Solar Adoption

●      16:29 - Monetary Benefits and Incentives of Solar Energy

●      17:00 - Controlling Energy Costs and Time-of-Use Rates

●      18:58 - Empowerment and Core Values

●      19:23 - Navigating Energy Banking and Net Metering

●      20:39 - Connecting with Energy Advantage

This episode serves as an engaging discussion on the importance of renewable energy and how it can positively impact individuals, communities, and the environment.

Learn More About Jeremiah Broz here or visit his website:
https://www.yourenergyadvantage.com/

Find out how grid modernization can facilitate decarbonizing of the energy sector by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/gridmodernization 

In this episode, Aaron Murphy discusses leadership skills with guest Pat D'Amico, a leadership expert and CEO of About-Face Development. Pat's military background informs his insights on leadership. He talks about how important it is for leaders to deal with their own stress, become more self-aware, and learn how to coach. They also talk about how important mentorship is, what the most common reasons are for people to quit their jobs, and why leaders need to keep learning. The conversation touches on the effects of tools for learning from a distance, and it ends by pointing out that coaching and hiring skills are important leadership skills. Pat's contact information is given so that you can get in touch with him. Listen to the episode to learn more!

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:23 - Who Is Our Guest For Today?

05:12 - Being Aware Of Your Emotion

06:09 - Having A Mentor Is Important

07:06 - Why Are People Leaving Their Jobs?

07:56 - Manager's Role in Job Losses

08:30 - Lack Of Development

08:53 - How To Retain People

13:01 - The Importance Of Keeping Good Managers

16:35 - The Adaption Of Asynchronous E-Learning

  18:26 - Top Three Leadership Skills Most People And Organizations Lack

 Learn More About Pat D'Amico

https://aboutfacedevelopment.com/about-1

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patjdamico/

Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide

In this episode, Brian Jackson, Director of Project Management and Third Party Governance at Centennial Bank, shares his 47-year journey in the banking industry, witnessing the incredible transformation from manual operations to today's digital marvels. He discusses the importance of contractual compliance in the banking sector and how Centennial Bank adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling remote work. They explore the impact of digital transformation on modern banks, including real-time payments like FedNow. Tune in for valuable insights and inspiring stories.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:23 – Brian’s background

02:30 - Banking Through the Decades

06:15 - Banking's Unstoppable Technological Journey

08:20 - Time-Saving, Compliance Crucial, Pandemic Impact

11:10 - Revolutionizing the Post-COVID Workplace

15:01 - Reach Out To Brian!

Connect with Brian on LinkedIn here
Or email Brian at BJackson@my100bank.com

Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide 

In this episode of the Project Management Paradise podcast, Aaron Murphy interviews Dr. Barry Devereux, an expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics. Dr. Devereux discusses his background in cognitive science and his research on natural language processing. He explains that AI has become a hot topic due to the development of chatbots like ChatGPT, which are intuitive and easy to use. Deep learning, a type of machine learning that uses neural network models, has greatly contributed to the success of AI systems. Dr. Devereux predicts that AI will become increasingly integrated into everyday life and professional work, with applications in areas like synthetic media generation. He also highlights the advantages of AI, including increased productivity and economic efficiency. Learn more by listening to this episode!

Important Timestamps:

●      00:00 - Introduction

●      00:27 - Who Is Dr. Barry Devereux?

●      03:23 - Why Is AI Such A Hot Topic Nowadays?

●      08:18 - What Is Natural Language Processing?

●      12:26 - AI In The Next Five Years

●      15:00 - The Advantages Of AI

●      18:30 - The Disadvantages Of AI

Learn More About Dr. Barry Devereaux

https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/persons/barry-devereux

Learn about the magic of digital twins by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/digitaltwins

Today, we are talking with Jessica Rivard, a senior business analyst at Cora Systems, and previously she worked at Fincantieri Marine Group, where she spent over 15 years working in the defense sector in a range of roles, including senior corporate applications manager and both as a business and systems analyst.

We discuss the increasing concern over cybersecurity threats from actors like China and North Korea, the importance of competitiveness and innovation in the defense space, and the use of AI in areas such as virtual reality simulations and data analysis. Jessica also highlights the significance of adhering to earned value management techniques and the challenges faced by the industry, including the longer product life cycles caused by factors like knowledge loss and resource demand. Overall, the podcast emphasizes the need for organizations to stay updated, comply with regulations, and leverage technological advancements to address industry challenges effectively.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

03:28 - The critical trend in the aerospace and defense industry

05:47 - The process on Cybersecurity

07:17 - Strengthening Cybersecurity

07:59 - AI in Aerospace

11:29 - Importance of getting more information

11:51 - Earned Value Management

15:01 - The product life cycle analysis

21:29 - Management is key

Connect with Jessica Rivard 
Email: jrivard@corasystems.com

Jessica explores this topic in more detail in her guide at https://corasystems.com/guidebook/aerospace-defense-projects-8-headaches-keeping-your-pmo-awake-at-night/

Today, we are talking with LaRae Quy, an undercover counterintelligence agent for the FBI for 24 years, and now she’s an author. In this episode, we will discuss mental toughness and how it can be developed over time. We will also look at some examples of mental toughness. We will get to know LaRae’s thoughts on resilience and how to gain good values. Is it truly necessary to have a good understanding of oneself? This and more questions will be answered as we go along with the episode!

00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - Who is LaRae Quy?
03:54 - Mental toughness is something you develop
05:18 - Tips on developing mental toughness
08:08 - What is resilience? 
10:39 - Values in mental toughness
13:39 - Source of good values
15:32 - Responding to failure
20:56 - Mental toughness is the same for men and women
22:40 - The importance of self-awareness
25:15 - How to be self-aware?

Connect with LaRae Quy

LinkedIn: LaRae Quy

Website: https://laraequy.com/

Twitter: @LaRaeQuy

Access a complimentary guidebook, Empowering Strategy Realization Using OKRs, at corasystems.com/okrguide

In this episode, we speak with Patti Viri-Cruz, the Director of PT Portfolio, Design, and Construction at Genentech. Patti is a project management professional who has built processes and programs from the ground up, putting the business's needs first. In this episode, we'll talk about diversity and how it's important for running a group or team. How does Patti get the most out of what each team member's strength? Is it through inspiration? We'll also find out what is project management's role in the biotech sector and how the Cora software solution has helped to streamline a global corporation like Genentech and its sister companies around the world.

Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:01 - Who is Patti Viri-Cruz?
01:38 - Diversity in a nutshell
02:48 - Patti’s fun experiment with Aaron
06:56 - Maximizing team performance
10:11 - The importance of leading by example 
12:15 - Pandemic and post-pandemic comparison
15:57 - Project management in biotech
24:00 - How did Cora Systems help Genentech? 

Connect with Patti Viri-Cruz here

Learn how to accelerate your product development by downloading a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/pharmaspeed

In this episode, we explore the fascinating career of Steve Kershaw, the Global Government Defense Leader for PwC. Steve shares his unique journey from serving as a submariner in the Royal Navy for 21 years to leading global defence strategies at PwC. He provides captivating insights into life in a submarine, including how submariners maintain physical fitness and the critical importance of controlling noise. These experiences have significantly influenced his meticulous approach to program management in the aerospace and defense (A&D) sector.

Steve discusses the substantial changes in programme management over the past 15-20 years, emphasizing the impact of digitization. He addresses the challenges of digitizing program development and the strategies to overcome them, highlighting the importance of ROI in transformation programs and how benefits are measured. Steve also explains the tangible advantages PwC has gained through using Cora’s platform for program management. Looking ahead, he predicts significant technological advancements and transformative changes in the A&D sector. Additionally, Steve reflects on the most valuable career advice he has received, offering practical wisdom that has guided his professional journey.

This episode is packed with expert insights and thought-provoking reflections on the past, present, and future of program management and digitization in the defense sector.

Connect with Steve Kershaw on LinkedIn

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The Project Foundry, founded by Declan Ryan, helps business and technology leaders deliver business-driven technology change and realize value by bridging strategy and execution. He is also the CEO and today, he is our guest for this episode. Today, we are going to talk to him about the ways in which the company makes its clients’ lives better. Was Declan surprised by how companies managed their strategies? Did he notice a recurring set of fears? What impact do certain issues have on government and business? Also, where does leadership in a company reside? How do businesses actually put their strategies into action? 

In this episode, we will also learn how an individual can assist the leadership team of a company with the goals that they have set for themselves. Is it really as simple as outlining a route that can lead to success? Learn more as you listen to this episode.

Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - Introducing Declan Ryan
00:47 - Declan Ryan’s story
02:55 - How does The Project Foundry improve client lives?
04:08 - How do certain issues affect business and government?
05:34 - Helping business leaders with their strategy 
10:55 - Where does the leadership in a company reside?
14:17 - How do businesses execute their strategies? 

Connect with Declan Ryan here

Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide

Josh Lee is the co-founder of Rev Technologies, a company that specializes in SAP implementation and technology strategy for heavy manufacturing and project-centric firms. In this episode, we discuss the major trends affecting the aerospace and defense industries, as well as how these trends impact the line of business. In addition, we will find out whether or not the industry will experience the impending shifts that we have been speculating about. What kinds of issues could come up in the future, and how he thinks we should handle them? Lastly, we will talk about how adjusting to new circumstances can be the most effective strategy for companies.

Important Timestamps:

00:00 - Introducing Josh Lee
00:48 - Who is Josh Lee and what does he do?
02:50 - The major trends affecting the aerospace and defense industry
11:04 - Will there be a future change in the industry?
14:51 - How will this change look from an executive perspective and how will it help?
15:34 - What is their plan for resolving future problems that may emerge?
18:17 - How does working in pharma differ from working in aerospace?
20:00 - The power of adaptation
21:27 - Where can we find Josh Lee?

Connect with Joshua Lee here

Reach out to Josh through email: jlee@revtech.consulting

Learn about the magic of digital twins by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/digitaltwins 

Ron Schmelzer and Kathleen Walch are the managing partners of Cognilytica, an AI research and advisory firm. Ron is also a judge for the South by Southwest Innovation Awards and started and runs the Tech Breakfast. Kathleen is a serial entrepreneur, an expert in AI and machine learning, a savvy marketer, and a tech industry connector.

The birth of Cognilytica is when they both realized that the world is taking a huge leap in technology as AI is becoming more popular. The drive for them to create these podcast episodes came when they realized that people were still surprisingly thirsty for knowledge.

In this episode, they debunk the idea that technology is really the problem; in fact, it’s the challenge of getting people to understand technology. Ron also stated that the world of AI has a much higher overlap than people might have thought. Together, they describe the phases and actions they take whenever they run into a technological issue, outlining the procedure for resolving such issues. Listen to this episode to learn more!

Connect with Ron Schmelzer here

Connect with Kathleen Walsh here

Check out Cognilytica

Check us out the AI Today Podcast here

Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide

Jeff Hopkins is Honeywell's global program management office leader and is responsible for their end-to-end project solutions processes. He also serves as the program management office leader for Honeywell Integrated.

Prior to joining Honeywell, Jeff held R&D roles at Procter & Gamble Company across multiple regions and business segments. He is the industry leader in enterprise-wide digitally enabled work process transformation.

In this episode, Jeff Hopkins is going to discuss: “5 Tips To Accelerate Digital Transformation”.

Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn here

Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide 

Join Jeff Hopkins at Project Controls Expo’s case studies zone in London, UK, on November 16th. Learn more about the event at projectcontrolexpo.com/uk

Joe Stalder has over 10 years of experience managing drug development projects in a variety of company sizes and cultures, including Pfizer, Roche, and AstraZeneca.

Joe is a regular speaker at biopharma project and portfolio management conferences and he’s the author of an upcoming book on managing drug development projects.

In this episode, Joe Stalder is going to discuss: “Keys to Effective Project Prioritization in Biopharma”.

Learn the keys to effective “project prioritization in biopharma” by accessing a complimentary guidebook by Joe Stalder at https://corasystems.com/prioritizationguide

Tune in to a bonus webinar by Joe Stalder on “project prioritization in biopharma” by visiting https://corasystems.com/effectivewebinar

Dr. Alexia Nalewaik has over 25 years of experience in audit, estimating, and cost/risk management. She is a Fellow of the RICS, AACE International, the Guild of Project Controls, and ICEC.

Alexia is a member of the Governing Council for the RICS, representing the US Market Seat. She is also a Past President of AACE International, and Past Chair of the International Cost Engineering Council. She has published two books, on performance audit and reporting.

In this episode, Dr Alexia Nalewaik is going to discuss: “Why Cost Indices Are Important for Project Management”.

*Bonus*

This year’s Project Controls Expo USA takes place in Washington D.C. at the Nationals Park, between October 4-6th. Cora will be at Stand 37 and they have 10 tickets to give away. Enter now

This is Project Management Paradise episode 145.

Kris Sprague is the Head of Program and Project Planning at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. He is an executive-level professional with extensive experience building and leading project management organizations and PMOs that assist business leaders in achieving their strategy.

In 2021, he was recognized by the PMO Global Alliance (PMOGA) as one of the Top 4 PMO Leaders in the Americas and one of the world’s top sixteen. Kris has over a dozen professional certifications from organizations such as the Project Management Institute (PMI), the PMOGA, and Prosci.

In this episode, Kris is going to discuss: “How to Improve Forecasting by 98% in Life Sciences”.

Connect with Kris on LinkedIn here

Learn how to accelerate your product development by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/pharmaspeed

This is Project Management Paradise episode 144.

Michael Calkins is Senior VP of Professional Services at Cora Systems. Michael has over 30 years of consulting experience in the public and private sectors. He has previously worked with global brands such as NetSuite, Teracore, IBM, and Dell.

In this episode, Michael is going to discuss: “Is Your Manager Causing You To Leave?”

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn here

Access a complimentary guidebook, Empowering Strategy Realization Using OKRs, at corasystems.com/okrguide

Sachin Raje is Director, Strategy Realization Office, MRL Global Medical and Scientific Affairs at Merck. He is an expert in mentoring on Project Management, complex program management, setting up PMOs, and establishing and managing Strategy Realization Offices.

He has deep sector-wide experience, with a solid record of delivering value to a number of companies in the Life Sciences, Financial Services, Insurance, Retail, and Manufacturing industries.

In this episode, Sachin Raje discusses: “How to Lead a Strategy Realization Office in Life Sciences”.

Connect with Sachin on LinkedIn here

Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora has been named in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/magicpmpp

Lou has over 1.4 million followers on Linkedin. His articles and research have also been featured in Inc. Magazine, Business Insider, Bloomberg, SHRM, and The Wall Street Journal. Lou is the author of ‘The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired’ and the Amazon top-10 best-seller, ‘Hire With Your Head - Performance-Based Hiring to Build Outstanding Diverse Teams’.

In this episode, Lou Adler is going to discuss: “The key to performance-based hiring”.

Learn more about the Lou Adler Group at louadlergroup.com

Connect with Lou on LinkedIn here

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Today, we are thrilled to have Rebecca Zung, a renowned conflict resolution specialist and bestselling author, as our guest.

Rebecca has written extensively on corporate and social themes, including her latest USA Today bestseller, "SLAY the Bully: How to Negotiate with a Narcissist and Win." In this episode, we dive into "How to Outsmart a Narcissist in a High-Conflict Situation."

Join us as Rebecca shares her journey to becoming an expert in conflict resolution. She defines what a narcissist is and reveals the keys to negotiating effectively with them. Learn how to handle narcissists who don’t respond to logic and discover practical strategies to prevent and minimize bullying in the workplace. Rebecca also discusses the most important piece of advice she has received in her career and how it has shaped her approach to conflict resolution. Whether you're managing complex projects or navigating personal relationships, Rebecca’s insights will equip you with the tools to succeed. Tune in to Project Management Paradise and gain valuable knowledge from Rebecca Zung on outsmarting narcissists and mastering high-conflict negotiations.

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 Rebecca's new book "SLAY the Bully: How to Negotiate with a Narcissist and Win" can be found here

BONUS!

Access a complimentary guidebook, Empowering Strategy Realization Using OKRs, at https://corasystems.com/guidebooks/free-okr-guide-empowering-strategy-realization-using-okrs/

Nills Vinje is a Leadership Coach, 3X Top 25 Customer Success Influencer, Speaker and Consultant.

He is the only certified coach in the field of customer service who is exclusively focused on the growth and development of CS professionals and the author of the best-selling book the 30-Day Leadership Playbook.

In this episode, Nils Vinje is going to discuss: “How To Create A High-Performing Team”.

Connect with Nils on LinkedIn

Learn about best-practice OKRs by downloading a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/okrguide

Norbert Leinfellner is Head of PMO at Element Science, a medical devices company in the Bay Area, California, and a regular speaker at industry conferences.

Norbert worked previously in senior program management roles with companies like Siemens, Carl Zeiss Meditec, and Fresenius Medical Care.

He has particular expertise in program management, global organizational planning, cross-functional relationship management, sustaining and value engineering, and all phases of product development in multiple clinical spaces.

Connect with Norbert on LinkedIn

*Bonus*

This podcast is brought to you by Cora Systems. Get complimentary access to their guide "Pharma Project Management in the "New Normal" at corasystems.com/pharmaspeed

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Paul Wilkinson is a leading authority on the use of construction collaboration technology platforms.

He has been working in construction industry marketing and public relations since 1987, with some of the sector’s best-known names in professional services and information technology.

Paul is a regular speaker at academic institutions and industry events. As an author, he has written numerous articles, book chapters, and a book about construction collaboration technologies.  

Show Notes

Read more of Paul's thoughts on his blog at extranetevolution.com

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*Bonus*

This podcast is brought to you by Cora Systems. Get complimentary access to their guide "Cora for Engineering - Connecting strategy with execution" at corasystems.com/ems

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Gerry Galvin spent more than 20 years in Ireland’s Department of Environment, Community & Local Government, responsible for technical oversight to support the development and implementation of policies, strategies and the investment program for the water sector in the country. Gerry joined Irish Water, the national water utility, on its establishment in 2013, in the role of Chief Technical Officer where he served for seven years. Gerry now works as a consultant water utilities expert for Cora Systems.

In this episode, Gerry is going to discuss: “Governance of Public Sector Projects”.

This week, we have a bonus episode, singling out some insights from the best of our guests over 2021.

Highlights include disaster planning in a post-pandemic world; managing bullies in the workplace; and decoding the DNA of strategy execution in project management.

*Bonus*

Is the PMO still the right fit for your organization? Download "How to move from PMO to SRO" at corasystems.com/pmotosro and learn the benefits of establishing a Strategy Realization Office

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Janet Fouts is the author of seven books, including “When Life Hits the Fan – A Guide to Self-care While Caring for Others” and the host of the “Mindful Social” where she interviews thought-leaders. She has also spoken at conferences around the world, including at TEDx, and in this interview, she outlines how to understand and manage the challenges of remote leadership”

Visit Janet's website at https://janetfouts.com/

Connect with Janet on LinkedIn

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*Bonus*

Is the PMO still the right fit for your organization? Download "How to move from PMO to SRO" at corasystems.com/pmotosro and learn the benefits of establishing a Strategy Realization Office

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It’s our pleasure to introduce you to Tim Creasey. Tim is an author, researcher, and change expert who focuses on the people side of change with all its nuances. His background in economics and his role as Chief Innovation Officer at Prosci gives him insight into change management challenges, trends, and futures.

Learn more about Prosci

Connect with Tim Creasy on LinkedIn

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*Bonus*

Is the PMO still the right fit for your organization? Download "How to move from PMO to SRO" at corasystems.com/pmotosro and learn the benefits of establishing a Strategy Realization Office

Like what you heard?

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Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Phyllis Quinlan. Phyllis is the founder of MFW Consultants. She trains healthcare organizations and their staff on how to create healthy work environments during COVID and beyond.

She wears many hats, which include her role as a speaker at conferences and as the author of three books. Phyllis is also a legal nurse consultant. Her latest book is entitled “Bringing Shadow Behaviour Into the Light of Day: Understanding and Effectively Managing Bullying and Incivility in Healthcare”

In this interview, Phyllis and I are going to discuss: “Creating and sustaining healthy work environments”.

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Lance Mortlock. Lance is a partner with EY. He has provided management consulting services through over 130 projects across the globe.

As a strategist, he has authored 27 points of view on a variety of business topics and is the author of “Disaster Proof: Scenario Planning for a Post-Pandemic Future”.

In this interview, Lance and I are going to discuss: “Scenario Planning for a Post-Pandemic Future”.

Bonus

Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora has been named in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/magicpmpp.

We would really appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review here, in your podcast app or Spotify.

Finally, your guest suggestions are welcome - email hello@projectmanagementparadise.com.

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Don Schmincke. Don is a former MIT and John Hopkins Institute, researcher-turned organizational strategic development consultant. He's the guy CEOs bring in when all the “experts” fail.

Don has written two bestselling management books, "High Altitude Leadership" and "Code of the Executive," and is an in-demand speaker with an impressive roster of clients.

In this interview, Don and I are going to discuss: "What makes a great leader?” 

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Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora has been named in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/magicpmpp.

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Finally, your guest suggestions are welcome - email hello@projectmanagementparadise.com.

Join us as we explore digital transformation in aerospace and defense with Nils Herzberg, a seasoned business leader with over 35 years of experience, primarily at SAP.

Key Points:

• Defining Digital Transformation: Nils explains what digital transformation means for aerospace and defense, highlighting its importance for modernization and efficiency.

• The Why Behind It: Discover the strategic reasons driving organizations to embark on digital transformation programs, as explained by Nils.

• Avoiding Pitfalls: Nils shares common pitfalls to watch out for during a digital transformation journey and offers practical advice to navigate them successfully.

• Tips for Success: Learn three actionable tips for planning and executing a digital transformation program, based on Nils's extensive experience.

• Sectoral Differences: Understand how digital transformation varies across industries and gain insights into its unique challenges in aerospace and defense compared to other sectors.

• PPM & ERP Systems: Nils explains the importance of Project Portfolio Management (PPM) alongside Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, especially for CEOs unfamiliar with PPM.

• Real-Time Data in A&D: Explore the significance of near real-time data for progress tracking in aerospace and defense, and how it enhances decision-making.

• Career Advice: Nils shares the most valuable advice he's received and how it shaped his career, offering insights for professionals at all levels.

In this episode, we speak to Penelope Bellegarde the founder of The Data Touch. Her company specialises in digital analytics, which is a field she has specialised in for 14 years.

One of Penelope’s missions is to try and combine digital analytics with AI.

Bonus

Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora has been named in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/magicpmpp.

We would really appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review here, in your podcast app or Spotify.

Finally, your guest suggestions are welcome - email hello@projectmanagementparadise.com.

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Karl Reilly. Karl is Head of Design and Innovation with Cora Systems.

In this role, Karl is in the charge of the company’s R&D team, helping to shape its software direction in exciting fields like artificial intelligence, natural language processing and PPM.

Previously, Karl has spent 30 years’ managing projects in public sector, construction and aviation sectors, including 15 years’ working for PwC.

Bonus

Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora has been named in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/magicpmpp.

We would really appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review here, in your podcast app or Spotify.

Finally, your guest suggestions are welcome - email hello@projectmanagementparadise.com.

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to John Faulks. John is co-founder of PPMLD, a project management consultancy firm which he helped establish 20 years ago.

Previous to setting up his consultancy business, John worked as a pharma scientist with a number of global pharmaceutical companies, and has particular insight and expertise in leadership and mentoring in the industry.

John is also a committee member of PIPMG, the UK’s prestigious PPM pharma network association.

In this interview, John and Caitriona discuss: "How Pharma Make Big Decisions".

This podcast is brought to you by Cora Systems. Cora is a worldwide leader in providing enterprise project and portfolio management solutions to global organizations and government agencies. Find out more at corasystems.com

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Listeners can receive complimentary access to Gartner’s recent report entitled “2021 Strategic Roadmap for the PMO” at corasystems.com/pmoroadmap

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Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Joe Pusz. Joe is the Founder and President of THE PMO SQUAD, a Phoenix, Arizona-based PMO and Project Management Consulting firm.

THE PMO SQUAD helps clients across the United States to improve the delivery of key strategic initiatives and improve the capabilities of their PMO.

Joe hosts the Project Management Office Hours Radio Show and Podcast and he is also Co-Founder of VPMMA, the Veterans Project Manager Mentor Alliance, which is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization assisting Veterans seeking to transition into civilian Project Management career.

He is also a big fan of rock band AC/DC fan and among the interesting lessons, Joe shares in this interview is what Project Managers can learn from some of AC/DC's greatest hits!

This podcast is brought to you by Cora Systems. Cora is a worldwide leader in providing enterprise project and portfolio management solutions to global organizations and government agencies. Find out more at corasystems.com

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Listeners can receive complimentary access to Gartner’s recent report entitled “2021 Strategic Roadmap for the PMO” at corasystems.com/pmoroadmap

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Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Jack Duggal. Jack is the founder and managing principal of Projectize Group, specializing in next-generation strategy-execution facilitation and consulting. He works with leading organizations from NASA to Silicon Valley companies and Governments around the world.

Jack is a TEDx speaker and an internationally recognized expert in Strategy-Execution and PMO with over 25 years of experience. He is the author of “The DNA of Strategy-Execution: Next Generation Project Management & PMO”.  

In this interview, Jack and I are going to discuss " "Decoding the DNA of strategy execution".

Bonus

Listeners can receive complimentary access to Gartner’s recent report entitled “2021 Strategic Roadmap for the PMO” at corasystems.com/pmoroadmap

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This is Project Management Paradise episode 126.

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Dr Dimitris Antoniadis. Dimitris is the author of the book ‘Demystifying Project Control’. He has more than 30 years’ experience in Programme and Project Management, having covered project phases from concept to handover and operation/maintenance as well as holding Senior Management posts in major utilities, infrastructure and construction organisations. He was awarded his PhD from Loughborough University, UK, for his research into ‘Managing Complexity in Project Teams’.

In this interview, Dimitris and I are going to discuss "Demystifying Project Controls".

Bonus

Listeners can receive complimentary access to Gartner’s recent report entitled “2021 Strategic Roadmap for the PMO” at corasystems.com/pmoroadmap

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Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Mary Abbajay. Mary is the president of Careerstone Group, LLC, a full-service organizational and leadership development consultancy that delivers talent and organizational development solutions to business and government.

Her work and advice have appeared in the New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, The Financial Times, and she is the author of the best-selling book, “Managing Up: How to Move Up, Win at Work, and Succeed with Any Type of Boss”.

In this interview, Mary and I are going to discuss "How to Manage Your Manager".

Bonus

Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora Systems has been named as a Representative Vendor in Gartner’s 2020 Hype Cycle for Project and Portfolio Management by downloading a complimentary copy of the Hype Cycle at corasystems.com/hype

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Today it's our pleasure to introduce you to Phil Jones. Phil’s background is in occupational psychology. He began working in the public sector consultancy space around 2004, advising on the British Government’s National Programme for IT.

He has specific expertise in organizational change – including healthcare, central government, local government, and with charities – in his role as Head of Business Consulting for Methods, the UK’s leading independent transformation partner for public services.

Bonus

Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora Systems has been named as a Representative Vendor in Gartner’s 2020 Hype Cycle for Project and Portfolio Management by downloading a complimentary copy of the Hype Cycle at corasystems.com/hype

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Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Jane Reilly. Jane is the Research & Development Manager at Cora Systems. She has over 10 years’ experience spanning academia and industry, designing, implementing and managing research projects within the general area of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Jane’s research has been published and presented across the globe at academic conferences.

Today, Jane is going to talk us through her vision of how Artificial Intelligence could be used to enhance the PPM industry, and how it can help to make our project managers more successful.

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Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora Systems has been named as a Representative Vendor in Gartner’s 2020 Hype Cycle for Project and Portfolio Management by downloading a complimentary copy of the Hype Cycle at corasystems.com/hype

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Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Stephen Carver. Stephen is rated as one of the top 3 lecturers at one of Europe’s leading MBA business schools, Cranfield University in the UK.

As well as lecturing, Stephen runs a successful project management company, drawing on his experience of working with corporations such as Goldman Sachs, Halliburton and Virgin. He’s a regular contributor on national radio and TV and his gift for storytelling is legendary.

In this bonus Project Management Paradise Podcast episode, which is a recording taken from a webinar, Stephen discusses “complexity in change management”.

Download Stephen's free Guidebook on the topic at corasystems.com/change-management

In this episode of the Project Management Paradise podcast, special guest host Pamela Sinclair talks with the Associate Director of Digital Portfolio Management Office for Queensland University of Technology (QUT) about the implementation of Cora Systems' project and portfolio management solution at QUT. The guest details the benefits of Cora's portfolio management capabilities, reporting functionality, and user-friendly interface. They highlight the significant time and resource savings achieved since implementing Cora, with streamlined reporting processes and increased user adoption.

Key Highlights:

• Accidental project management career path. 
• Tech careers and project management at Queensland University of Technology.
• Digital transformation and project management at a university.
• Digital transformation and PPM tool challenges at a university.
• Selecting a project management tool and its benefits.
• Using a PPM tool to streamline project management processes.
• Implementing a project management tool.
• Implementing a new product at a university.
• Core Project Management tool implementation.

Learn how to achieve best practice SPM in the delivery of public projects by accessing a complimentary copy at https://www.corasystems.com/publicspm

It’s our pleasure to introduce you to Laura Barnard. Laura is founder and CEO of PMO Strategies. She has been helping business leaders get the results they crave using the power of project management for over 20 years.

She spent 15 of those years as a PMO leader on the inside and the last 5 helping businesses accelerate their growth through her consulting practice. She also shares insights and stories in her own riveting podcast, the PMO Strategies Podcast.

In this interview, Laura and I are going to discuss "Why COVID-19 is a golden opportunity for project managers". This podcast is brought to you by Cora Systems. Every day $20 Billion worth of projects are powered by Cora. Find out more at corasystems.com

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Peter Kozodoy. Peter is CEO of Stradeso, Partner/Chief Strategy Officer of GEM Advertising, a TEDx speaker and the author of the new book “Honest to Greatness: How Today’s Greatest Leaders Use Brutal Honesty to Achieve Massive Success”.

Peter believes that now, more than ever, entrepreneurs and business leaders need to follow the principles of loyalty, authenticity, and honesty if they are going to succeed in a post-pandemic marketplace.

In this interview, Peter and I are going to discuss "How Leaders Can Use Brutal Honesty to Achieve Business Success”. This podcast is brought to you by Cora Systems. Find out how Cora can power best practice enterprise PPM in your organisation at corasystems.com

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Philip Martin. Philip is CEO of Cora Systems, a company he co-founded in 1999.

Drawing on 30 years' experience in the portfolio and project management industry, he has built a global client base across Europe, the Middle East and USA. He previously held positions with major US multinationals, including 3Com, Tellabs, DSC and Pulse Engineering.

In this bonus Project Management Paradise Podcast episode, which is a recording taken from a webinar, Philip Martin, the CEO and founder of Cora Systems, discusses : “Planning for Post Pandemic Success”.  During the session Philip highlights the importance of Portfolio Planning and you can download his Guidebook on the subject at corasystems.com/portfolio-planning-guide

Today it’s our pleasure to introduce you to Stephen Carver. Stephen is rated as one of the top 3 lecturers at one of Europe’s leading MBA business schools, Cranfield University in the UK.

As well as lecturing, Stephen runs a successful project management company, drawing on his experience of working with corporations such as Goldman Sachs, Halliburton and Virgin. He’s a regular contributor on national radio and TV and his gift for storytelling is legendary.

In this bonus Project Management Paradise Podcast episode, which is a recording taken from a webinar, the project management guru Stephen Carver discusses “Future trends in the project management industry”.