282: Leading from the Middle with Scott Mautz

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills No one is more crucial to an organization's success than middle managers. They hold the unique position of needing to lead up, down, and across their organization to be truly effective. If you're a middle manager or work closely with them, this episode is a must-listen.   In our latest podcast episode, I chat with Scott Mautz, a former senior executive at Procter & Gamble and author of four books including "Leading from the Middle." Scott shares invaluable strategies for excelling in this pivotal role. With his extensive experience and insights, you'll learn how to navigate the complexities of middle management and drive impactful results.   📌 Why Listen? 💡 Strategic Insights: Understand why middle managers are crucial and navigate their challenges. 🎓 Expert Advice: Best practices on leading up, down, and across the organization. 🛠️ Actionable Tips: Immediate strategies to boost leadership effectiveness.   Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on the role of middle managers and walk away with tools to make a big IMPACT in your organization.    Enjoy!   Connect with Scott here. Check out Scott's books here.   P.S. Have you ordered your copy of The IMPACT Engine? The reviews are coming in! Become an IMPACT Insider to get inside tips, additional 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.