In this episode, we're joined by Lauren C. Ayers, whose most recent role has been as a director of program analysis and business transformation for the deputy assistant secretary of the U.S. Navy.
Lauren shares her experiences and learnings for successful change transformation, in particular in the area of acquisition and procurement.
Key Highlights:
Learn how software can combat 8 headaches keeping PMOs in the aerospace & defense sector awake at night by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/defensesoft
This episode of The Project Management Paradise Podcast is the part of a unique limited series called "Unlocking Project Success with Professor John McGrath”.
In this episode, we're joined by Hardeep Kaur, a Global Director – Operational Excellence, Strategy, Transformation, Change Management and Communications, at Merck, with over 25 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Operations and General Management.
Hardeep shares her experience and advice for successful change and transformation, in particular in the area of strategy execution.
Key Highlights:
Connect with Hardeep on LinkedIn here
Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide
This episode of The Project Management Paradise Podcast is the part of a unique limited series called "Unlocking Project Success with Professor John McGrath”. In this episode, we're joined by Carl Bernie, an Operations Director with DPS Group with extensive KAM, project management and commercial experience on global semi-conductor mega construction projects.
Carl shares his experience in dealing with project fatigue in complex projects. He discusses his journey into the world of project management, which began in the 1990s, and today entails managing multi-year projects with budgets of billions of euro.
Carl explores how large, complex projects differ from more traditional projects, including initiation, execution, delivery and project close-out.
Key Highlights:
● Introduction to Carl Bernie and mega projects
● Agile, iterative approaches to project execution
● Diversity in project teams and creating a team dynamic
● Traits for a good project manager
● Essence, experience and pitfalls of project fatigue
● Effects of global events – including supply chain stresses, Brexit, Covid, remote working – on project management capabilities
Connect with Carl on LinkedIn here
In this episode, we're joined by Pamela Ann Sinclair, a training specialist for Cora Systems and change management expert, who shares her expertise in change management preparation. Pamela discusses her journey into the world of change management, highlighting its increasing relevance in project management over the past decade. She emphasizes the pivotal role of change management in successful project execution and provides a practical checklist of industry best-practices to ensure smooth transitions. Pamela also explores common pitfalls in change management based on her extensive experience, offering insights on how to avoid them.
Key Highlights:
● 00:58 - Introduction to Pam Sinclair and Change Management
● 02:30 - Change Management: A Marketing Buzzword
● 05:36 - Pam on the Basics of Change Management
● 08:13 - The Two Biggest Pitfalls
● 14:58 - Pam’s Key Learning Experience
● 17:38 - Importance of Change on People
Connect with Pamela on LinkedIn here
Learn the keys to effective change management by accessing a complimentary copy at www.corasystems.com/changeguide
In this episode, Aaron Murphy hosts Jeremiah Broz, the CEO and founder of Energy Advantage Roof and Solar, to delve into how renewable energy is reshaping our world. Jeremiah's commitment to sustainability and renewable energy is transforming both the industry and the communities he serves.
Key Highlights:
● 00:54 - Introduction to Jeremiah Broz and Renewable Energy
● 01:07 - Jeremiah's Background and Journey to Renewable Energy
● 02:00 - The Birth of Energy Advantage
● 05:30 - The Long-Term Worth of Switching to Solar
● 09:57 - Metrics for Comparing Energy Sources
● 12:08 - The Transition from Fossil Fuels to Renewables
● 13:52 - Addressing Fears and Concerns about Solar Adoption
● 16:29 - Monetary Benefits and Incentives of Solar Energy
● 17:00 - Controlling Energy Costs and Time-of-Use Rates
● 18:58 - Empowerment and Core Values
● 19:23 - Navigating Energy Banking and Net Metering
● 20:39 - Connecting with Energy Advantage
This episode serves as an engaging discussion on the importance of renewable energy and how it can positively impact individuals, communities, and the environment.
Learn More About Jeremiah Broz here or visit his website:
https://www.yourenergyadvantage.com/
Find out how grid modernization can facilitate decarbonizing of the energy sector by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/gridmodernization
In this episode, Aaron Murphy discusses leadership skills with guest Pat D'Amico, a leadership expert and CEO of About-Face Development. Pat's military background informs his insights on leadership. He talks about how important it is for leaders to deal with their own stress, become more self-aware, and learn how to coach. They also talk about how important mentorship is, what the most common reasons are for people to quit their jobs, and why leaders need to keep learning. The conversation touches on the effects of tools for learning from a distance, and it ends by pointing out that coaching and hiring skills are important leadership skills. Pat's contact information is given so that you can get in touch with him. Listen to the episode to learn more!
Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:23 - Who Is Our Guest For Today?
05:12 - Being Aware Of Your Emotion
06:09 - Having A Mentor Is Important
07:06 - Why Are People Leaving Their Jobs?
07:56 - Manager's Role in Job Losses
08:30 - Lack Of Development
08:53 - How To Retain People
13:01 - The Importance Of Keeping Good Managers
16:35 - The Adaption Of Asynchronous E-Learning
18:26 - Top Three Leadership Skills Most People And Organizations Lack
Learn More About Pat D'Amico
https://aboutfacedevelopment.com/about-1
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patjdamico/
Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide
In this episode, Brian Jackson, Director of Project Management and Third Party Governance at Centennial Bank, shares his 47-year journey in the banking industry, witnessing the incredible transformation from manual operations to today's digital marvels. He discusses the importance of contractual compliance in the banking sector and how Centennial Bank adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling remote work. They explore the impact of digital transformation on modern banks, including real-time payments like FedNow. Tune in for valuable insights and inspiring stories.
Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:23 – Brian’s background
02:30 - Banking Through the Decades
06:15 - Banking's Unstoppable Technological Journey
08:20 - Time-Saving, Compliance Crucial, Pandemic Impact
11:10 - Revolutionizing the Post-COVID Workplace
15:01 - Reach Out To Brian!
Connect with Brian on LinkedIn here
Or email Brian at BJackson@my100bank.com
Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide
In this episode of the Project Management Paradise podcast, Aaron Murphy interviews Dr. Barry Devereux, an expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics. Dr. Devereux discusses his background in cognitive science and his research on natural language processing. He explains that AI has become a hot topic due to the development of chatbots like ChatGPT, which are intuitive and easy to use. Deep learning, a type of machine learning that uses neural network models, has greatly contributed to the success of AI systems. Dr. Devereux predicts that AI will become increasingly integrated into everyday life and professional work, with applications in areas like synthetic media generation. He also highlights the advantages of AI, including increased productivity and economic efficiency. Learn more by listening to this episode!
Important Timestamps:
● 00:00 - Introduction
● 00:27 - Who Is Dr. Barry Devereux?
● 03:23 - Why Is AI Such A Hot Topic Nowadays?
● 08:18 - What Is Natural Language Processing?
● 12:26 - AI In The Next Five Years
● 15:00 - The Advantages Of AI
● 18:30 - The Disadvantages Of AI
Learn More About Dr. Barry Devereaux
https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/persons/barry-devereux
Learn about the magic of digital twins by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/digitaltwins
Today, we are talking with Jessica Rivard, a senior business analyst at Cora Systems, and previously she worked at Fincantieri Marine Group, where she spent over 15 years working in the defense sector in a range of roles, including senior corporate applications manager and both as a business and systems analyst.
We discuss the increasing concern over cybersecurity threats from actors like China and North Korea, the importance of competitiveness and innovation in the defense space, and the use of AI in areas such as virtual reality simulations and data analysis. Jessica also highlights the significance of adhering to earned value management techniques and the challenges faced by the industry, including the longer product life cycles caused by factors like knowledge loss and resource demand. Overall, the podcast emphasizes the need for organizations to stay updated, comply with regulations, and leverage technological advancements to address industry challenges effectively.
Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
03:28 - The critical trend in the aerospace and defense industry
05:47 - The process on Cybersecurity
07:17 - Strengthening Cybersecurity
07:59 - AI in Aerospace
11:29 - Importance of getting more information
11:51 - Earned Value Management
15:01 - The product life cycle analysis
21:29 - Management is key
Connect with Jessica Rivard
Email: jrivard@corasystems.com
Jessica explores this topic in more detail in her guide at https://corasystems.com/guidebook/aerospace-defense-projects-8-headaches-keeping-your-pmo-awake-at-night/
Today, we are talking with LaRae Quy, an undercover counterintelligence agent for the FBI for 24 years, and now she’s an author. In this episode, we will discuss mental toughness and how it can be developed over time. We will also look at some examples of mental toughness. We will get to know LaRae’s thoughts on resilience and how to gain good values. Is it truly necessary to have a good understanding of oneself? This and more questions will be answered as we go along with the episode!
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - Who is LaRae Quy?
03:54 - Mental toughness is something you develop
05:18 - Tips on developing mental toughness
08:08 - What is resilience?
10:39 - Values in mental toughness
13:39 - Source of good values
15:32 - Responding to failure
20:56 - Mental toughness is the same for men and women
22:40 - The importance of self-awareness
25:15 - How to be self-aware?
Connect with LaRae Quy
LinkedIn: LaRae Quy
Website: https://laraequy.com/
Twitter: @LaRaeQuy
Access a complimentary guidebook, Empowering Strategy Realization Using OKRs, at corasystems.com/okrguide
In this episode, we speak with Patti Viri-Cruz, the Director of PT Portfolio, Design, and Construction at Genentech. Patti is a project management professional who has built processes and programs from the ground up, putting the business's needs first. In this episode, we'll talk about diversity and how it's important for running a group or team. How does Patti get the most out of what each team member's strength? Is it through inspiration? We'll also find out what is project management's role in the biotech sector and how the Cora software solution has helped to streamline a global corporation like Genentech and its sister companies around the world.
Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:01 - Who is Patti Viri-Cruz?
01:38 - Diversity in a nutshell
02:48 - Patti’s fun experiment with Aaron
06:56 - Maximizing team performance
10:11 - The importance of leading by example
12:15 - Pandemic and post-pandemic comparison
15:57 - Project management in biotech
24:00 - How did Cora Systems help Genentech?
Connect with Patti Viri-Cruz here
Learn how to accelerate your product development by downloading a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/pharmaspeed
The Project Foundry, founded by Declan Ryan, helps business and technology leaders deliver business-driven technology change and realize value by bridging strategy and execution. He is also the CEO and today, he is our guest for this episode. Today, we are going to talk to him about the ways in which the company makes its clients’ lives better. Was Declan surprised by how companies managed their strategies? Did he notice a recurring set of fears? What impact do certain issues have on government and business? Also, where does leadership in a company reside? How do businesses actually put their strategies into action?
In this episode, we will also learn how an individual can assist the leadership team of a company with the goals that they have set for themselves. Is it really as simple as outlining a route that can lead to success? Learn more as you listen to this episode.
Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:14 - Introducing Declan Ryan
00:47 - Declan Ryan’s story
02:55 - How does The Project Foundry improve client lives?
04:08 - How do certain issues affect business and government?
05:34 - Helping business leaders with their strategy
10:55 - Where does the leadership in a company reside?
14:17 - How do businesses execute their strategies?
Connect with Declan Ryan here
Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide
Josh Lee is the co-founder of Rev Technologies, a company that specializes in SAP implementation and technology strategy for heavy manufacturing and project-centric firms. In this episode, we discuss the major trends affecting the aerospace and defense industries, as well as how these trends impact the line of business. In addition, we will find out whether or not the industry will experience the impending shifts that we have been speculating about. What kinds of issues could come up in the future, and how he thinks we should handle them? Lastly, we will talk about how adjusting to new circumstances can be the most effective strategy for companies.
Important Timestamps:
00:00 - Introducing Josh Lee
00:48 - Who is Josh Lee and what does he do?
02:50 - The major trends affecting the aerospace and defense industry
11:04 - Will there be a future change in the industry?
14:51 - How will this change look from an executive perspective and how will it help?
15:34 - What is their plan for resolving future problems that may emerge?
18:17 - How does working in pharma differ from working in aerospace?
20:00 - The power of adaptation
21:27 - Where can we find Josh Lee?
Connect with Joshua Lee here
Reach out to Josh through email: jlee@revtech.consulting
Learn about the magic of digital twins by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/digitaltwins
Ron Schmelzer and Kathleen Walch are the managing partners of Cognilytica, an AI research and advisory firm. Ron is also a judge for the South by Southwest Innovation Awards and started and runs the Tech Breakfast. Kathleen is a serial entrepreneur, an expert in AI and machine learning, a savvy marketer, and a tech industry connector.
The birth of Cognilytica is when they both realized that the world is taking a huge leap in technology as AI is becoming more popular. The drive for them to create these podcast episodes came when they realized that people were still surprisingly thirsty for knowledge.
In this episode, they debunk the idea that technology is really the problem; in fact, it’s the challenge of getting people to understand technology. Ron also stated that the world of AI has a much higher overlap than people might have thought. Together, they describe the phases and actions they take whenever they run into a technological issue, outlining the procedure for resolving such issues. Listen to this episode to learn more!
Connect with Ron Schmelzer here
Connect with Kathleen Walsh here
Check out Cognilytica
Check us out the AI Today Podcast here
Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide
Jeff Hopkins is Honeywell's global program management office leader and is responsible for their end-to-end project solutions processes. He also serves as the program management office leader for Honeywell Integrated.
Prior to joining Honeywell, Jeff held R&D roles at Procter & Gamble Company across multiple regions and business segments. He is the industry leader in enterprise-wide digitally enabled work process transformation.
In this episode, Jeff Hopkins is going to discuss: “5 Tips To Accelerate Digital Transformation”.
Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn here
Learn the keys to effective “digital transformation” by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/transformationguide
Join Jeff Hopkins at Project Controls Expo’s case studies zone in London, UK, on November 16th. Learn more about the event at projectcontrolexpo.com/uk
Joe Stalder has over 10 years of experience managing drug development projects in a variety of company sizes and cultures, including Pfizer, Roche, and AstraZeneca.
Joe is a regular speaker at biopharma project and portfolio management conferences and he’s the author of an upcoming book on managing drug development projects.
In this episode, Joe Stalder is going to discuss: “Keys to Effective Project Prioritization in Biopharma”.
Learn the keys to effective “project prioritization in biopharma” by accessing a complimentary guidebook by Joe Stalder at https://corasystems.com/prioritizationguide
Tune in to a bonus webinar by Joe Stalder on “project prioritization in biopharma” by visiting https://corasystems.com/effectivewebinar
Dr. Alexia Nalewaik has over 25 years of experience in audit, estimating, and cost/risk management. She is a Fellow of the RICS, AACE International, the Guild of Project Controls, and ICEC.
Alexia is a member of the Governing Council for the RICS, representing the US Market Seat. She is also a Past President of AACE International, and Past Chair of the International Cost Engineering Council. She has published two books, on performance audit and reporting.
In this episode, Dr Alexia Nalewaik is going to discuss: “Why Cost Indices Are Important for Project Management”.
*Bonus*
This year’s Project Controls Expo USA takes place in Washington D.C. at the Nationals Park, between October 4-6th. Cora will be at Stand 37 and they have 10 tickets to give away. Enter now
This is Project Management Paradise episode 145.
Kris Sprague is the Head of Program and Project Planning at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. He is an executive-level professional with extensive experience building and leading project management organizations and PMOs that assist business leaders in achieving their strategy.
In 2021, he was recognized by the PMO Global Alliance (PMOGA) as one of the Top 4 PMO Leaders in the Americas and one of the world’s top sixteen. Kris has over a dozen professional certifications from organizations such as the Project Management Institute (PMI), the PMOGA, and Prosci.
In this episode, Kris is going to discuss: “How to Improve Forecasting by 98% in Life Sciences”.
Connect with Kris on LinkedIn here
Learn how to accelerate your product development by accessing a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/pharmaspeed
This is Project Management Paradise episode 144.
Michael Calkins is Senior VP of Professional Services at Cora Systems. Michael has over 30 years of consulting experience in the public and private sectors. He has previously worked with global brands such as NetSuite, Teracore, IBM, and Dell.
In this episode, Michael is going to discuss: “Is Your Manager Causing You To Leave?”
Connect with Michael on LinkedIn here
Access a complimentary guidebook, Empowering Strategy Realization Using OKRs, at corasystems.com/okrguide
Sachin Raje is Director, Strategy Realization Office, MRL Global Medical and Scientific Affairs at Merck. He is an expert in mentoring on Project Management, complex program management, setting up PMOs, and establishing and managing Strategy Realization Offices.
He has deep sector-wide experience, with a solid record of delivering value to a number of companies in the Life Sciences, Financial Services, Insurance, Retail, and Manufacturing industries.
In this episode, Sachin Raje discusses: “How to Lead a Strategy Realization Office in Life Sciences”.
Connect with Sachin on LinkedIn here
Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora has been named in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy at corasystems.com/magicpmpp
Lou has over 1.4 million followers on Linkedin. His articles and research have also been featured in Inc. Magazine, Business Insider, Bloomberg, SHRM, and The Wall Street Journal. Lou is the author of ‘The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired’ and the Amazon top-10 best-seller, ‘Hire With Your Head - Performance-Based Hiring to Build Outstanding Diverse Teams’.
In this episode, Lou Adler is going to discuss: “The key to performance-based hiring”.
Learn more about the Lou Adler Group at louadlergroup.com
Connect with Lou on LinkedIn here
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Get "The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired" on Amazon
Project Management Paradise is brought to you by Cora Systems. Learn why Cora was recently recognized in the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Strategic Portfolio Management by accessing a complimentary copy of the report at corasystems.com/magicpmpp
Nills Vinje is a Leadership Coach, 3X Top 25 Customer Success Influencer, Speaker and Consultant.
He is the only certified coach in the field of customer service who is exclusively focused on the growth and development of CS professionals and the author of the best-selling book the 30-Day Leadership Playbook.
In this episode, Nils Vinje is going to discuss: “How To Create A High-Performing Team”.
Connect with Nils on LinkedIn
Learn about best-practice OKRs by downloading a complimentary guidebook at corasystems.com/okrguide
Norbert Leinfellner is Head of PMO at Element Science, a medical devices company in the Bay Area, California, and a regular speaker at industry conferences.
Norbert worked previously in senior program management roles with companies like Siemens, Carl Zeiss Meditec, and Fresenius Medical Care.
He has particular expertise in program management, global organizational planning, cross-functional relationship management, sustaining and value engineering, and all phases of product development in multiple clinical spaces.
Connect with Norbert on LinkedIn
*Bonus*
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Paul Wilkinson is a leading authority on the use of construction collaboration technology platforms.
He has been working in construction industry marketing and public relations since 1987, with some of the sector’s best-known names in professional services and information technology.
Paul is a regular speaker at academic institutions and industry events. As an author, he has written numerous articles, book chapters, and a book about construction collaboration technologies.
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Gerry Galvin spent more than 20 years in Ireland’s Department of Environment, Community & Local Government, responsible for technical oversight to support the development and implementation of policies, strategies and the investment program for the water sector in the country. Gerry joined Irish Water, the national water utility, on its establishment in 2013, in the role of Chief Technical Officer where he served for seven years. Gerry now works as a consultant water utilities expert for Cora Systems.
In this episode, Gerry is going to discuss: “Governance of Public Sector Projects”.