How does PMO Leadership factor into the success of the PMO? This Survey is designed to help understand the impact PMO Leadership and Leaders have on the success of a PMO. This inaugural global survey begins our planned long-term research to understand how...
MUSING FROM THE SQUAD
When we think of Agile – most of us think of Scrum, delivering working solutions every sprint (every one to four weeks). If you ask an Agilist, there’s a way to break every project up. For example, when building a bridge, you could start with putting a rope between the two...
I am often asked my thoughts on what is the best PPM tool. While this seems like a straightforward question, the answer isn't so simple. How can one know which PPM tool is best without knowing the circumstances of your PMO, organization, team, budget, requirements, etc.
There are many factors...
Updated: Jul 15, 2020
Updated: Jul 15, 2020

“A leader is great not because of his or her power, but because of his or her ability to empower others.” This quote comes from author John C. Maxwell. I believe it’s a great quote and it has helped shape my professional purpose to...
Updated: Jul 15, 2020
I have been very fortunate in my life to have had several mentors, both formal and informal, who have helped shaped my life and career. Some are obvious such as parents and family friends others perhaps not so clear. As a former athlete I had...
USING PLAYBOOKS TO DELIVER WINNING PROJECTS
Updated: Jul 15, 2020
I was a pretty decent baseball player back in the day. Lots of Business Lessons were learned between the lines; Leadership, Trust, Teamwork to name a few. Another lesson was the use of a Playbook. My...
How a PMO can help build Competitive Advantage
Updated: Jul 15, 2020
Why do you need a PMO?
I am often asked, "Why do we need a PMO?" Regardless of industry the question is the same. If we have Project Managers then why do we need a PMO. I guess thats a fair question and it allows me to ask a few follow up questions to get a good...