
Building Project Leadership Skills Through Experiential Learning
Developing strong project leadership skills is no longer limited to certifications or classroom learning. C-level…
Developing strong project leadership skills is no longer limited to certifications or classroom learning. C-level leaders and PPMO practitioners increasingly recognize that experiential learning—hands-on practice, simulations, and real-world application—drives deeper skill adoption and long-term effectiveness. According to PMI’s Pulse of the Profession 2024, organizations that prioritize experiential learning see project success rates improve by nearly…
High-Performing Executives Plan for Strategy Execution Success. “Sixty-one percent of corporate strategists say poor strategy execution is the primary reason that new growth initiatives fail,” says Marc Kelly, VP at Gartner. “It’s more of a problem than the strategy itself or the funding of that strategy, and it stems from a range of issues.” Gartner…
For PPMOs and enterprise leaders, efficiency is often limited by repetitive project administration—status updates, approvals, reporting, and compliance checks. Workflow automation tools are addressing this by reducing manual effort and accelerating decision-making. According to Deloitte’s 2023 Global Shared Services Survey, 72% of organizations have implemented some form of workflow automation, with many reporting up to…
Nine Real World ROPE Framework tips for execution of strategic initiatives. When used as a part of strategy execution, these nine ROPE based techniques give you clarity, control, and confidence over project and program delivery (PPD). Each ROPE concept cuts noise, speeds decisions, and lowers risk. No jargon. No marketing. Just straightforward work patterns that…
Project & Program Delivery (PPD) is the structure for running large, complex initiatives as one coordinated effort. It combines disciplined project management with program-level coordination so cross-functional work moves together on time, with fewer surprises. Orchestrates many parts as one effort. PPD keeps scope, dependencies, risk, and timing aligned across workstreams so the whole program lands cleanly….
When organizations struggle to meet strategic targets, the issue often lies not in the strategy itself—but in how well projects support it. Strategic project alignment is not a one-time planning exercise. It is a continuous discipline embedded in the earliest stages of project intake. Without it, even high-performing projects can become irrelevant. According to PMI’s…
Effective risk resilience in project portfolio management (PPM) is no longer a differentiator—it’s a necessity. As project complexity grows, so does the spectrum of potential risks. From cybersecurity threats to resource constraints, organizations must adopt proactive measures to embed resilience at the portfolio level, not just at the individual project layer. While traditional risk management…
Whether it’s a digital transformation, M&A integration, or a market expansion, big strategic initiatives start out with their own momentum. The moment you announce it, people start adjusting. Priorities shift. Rumors fly. Competitors notice. That’s why the most common leadership instincts—go slow, avoid mistakes, minimize change—backfire and kill off that initial momentum. While you’re caught…