270: Lessons from a Seasoned PMO Leader with Andrea Cirelli

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hey, IMPACT Driver!   When I first met Andrea Cirelli in 2018, she told me, "Laura, I've got my seat at the table, and I need to keep it!" Over the next 6 years, I watched Andrea apply everything she learned from going through cycles of the IMPACT Engine System across three different organizations, securing her place beside top leaders in various industries.   In our latest podcast episode, Andrea opens up about her journey, sharing the hard-earned lessons and strategies that have fueled her success in building PMOs and driving strategic initiatives. From navigating crises to solidifying her leadership role, Andrea’s story is filled with insights that every PMO leader can learn from.   Today, Andrea is not just a leader but also an inspiration and coach to fellow IMPACT Accelerator Mastermind students, guiding them toward the same remarkable successes she’s achieved.       📌 Why Listen? 💡 Strategic Insights: Navigate challenges and maintain your leadership position. 🎓 Expert Advice: Discover Andrea’s success secrets in leading PMOs across industries. 🛠️ Actionable Tips: Gain practical strategies for building and sustaining a high-IMPACT PMO. 🔍 Inside Peek: Get an exclusive look at how the IMPACT Engine System has been applied to drive real-world success.   IMPACT Driver, one of my secrets to success is learning as much as I can from the successes of others, so don't miss this chance to accelerate YOUR learning and IMPACT.   Enjoy!   P.S. Have you ordered your copy of The IMPACT Engine? The reviews are in from all the people pre-ordering the book and reading the digital copy now! P.P.S. Become an IMPACT Insider to get tips, resources, and free training with yours truly!   Thanks for taking the time to check out the podcast! I welcome your feedback and insights!  I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online! Warmly, Laura Barnard     GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS        

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In this podcast, PMO leaders and those wanting to capitalize on the best of project management to deliver the organization’s strategy,will uncover the hidden secrets of the best PMOs, learn the game-changing techniques that transform any PMO into a value-driven IMPACT Engine, and explore the best ways for the PMO to become an integral part of the fabric and future of an organization. After spending two and a half decades helping organizations deliver change, with 15 of those years in the shoes of PMO leader inside organizations, Laura strongly believes that there is more to making an IMPACT than templates, tools, and process. She’ll show you how to make the shifts necessary to becoming a business focused PMO that will become an invaluable organizational asset. With her guests and insights, we explore the sticky situations and tough challenges PMO leaders face, from sorting through all of the “noise” about what the PMO “should” do to finding the best ways for your PMO to make an IMPACT. Listen in and you can discover how to shift your focus from outputs to outcomes, fundamentally changing the game for your PMO and personal success.