Tyler, Author at Empowering Leaders in Project & Portfolio Management

Building Project Leadership Skills Through Experiential Learning

Tyler2 weeks ago1 month ago03 mins

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…

Executive Checklist Gives Strategy Execution a Head Start.

Tyler3 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

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…

Strategy Execution Demands Boldness

Tyler1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

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…

Richie and Garrett from “The Bear” polish forks

What a 3-Star Kitchen Can Teach You About Executing Strategy

Tyler2 months ago1 week ago44 mins

The right structure turns strategy into outcomes—and controls the chaos. In Season 2, Episode 7 of The Bear, Richie is sent to stage at a Michelin 3-starred restaurant in Chicago—Ever. At first, it feels like a punishment. He’s polishing forks. Watching routines that seem excessive. Standing on the outside, trying to figure out why everything feels…

Leading Through Change Fatigue: How Project Leaders Can Rebuild Team Resilience

Tyler2 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Project teams today face more than tight deadlines—they face constant change. As transformations accelerate across organizations, many teams struggle to keep up. Over time, this creates stress, burnout, and reduced performance. Project leaders and PPMOs must focus not just on delivery, but also on team resilience. According to McKinsey, 70% of change initiatives fail. A…

Closing the Project Skills Gap Through Capability Uplift

Tyler3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Many project teams today face a serious challenge: they lack the skills needed to consistently deliver value. The project skills gap is widening, and it’s having a measurable impact on performance. According to the PMI Pulse of the Profession 2024 report, 57% of projects fail to meet their original goals—often because of underdeveloped skills, not…

Managing Stakeholder Expectations in High-Stakes Projects

Tyler5 months ago7 months ago03 mins

Stakeholder expectations can make or break a project’s success. Effective expectation management ensures alignment, trust, and stakeholder satisfaction, reducing the risk of miscommunication and project derailment. For project leaders, mastering this skill is critical to delivering value and maintaining long-term stakeholder relationships. Identifying Stakeholder Priorities Understanding what stakeholders truly need and expect is the foundation…

Leading High-Performing Virtual Project Teams

Tyler6 months ago8 months ago03 mins

The shift toward remote work has transformed how project teams collaborate, making virtual project leadership a critical competency for PPMO leaders. While remote work offers flexibility and access to global talent, it also introduces challenges in communication, team cohesion, and stakeholder alignment. Effective virtual project leadership ensures productivity, engagement, and alignment with strategic goals. Establish…