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It’s the show where we chat with business analysts and project managers about their challenges and triumphs, their ideas, and their contribution to their field. It’s inspiring, it’s up beat, it's exciting, but most of all, it’s inquisitive. Sponsored by

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    AI for Business Analysts: with Yulia Kosarenko

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 27:07


    In this episode, Yulia Kosarenko discusses the importance of a business analyst mindset, emphasizing practical application, mentoring, and critical thinking. She shares insights about her YouTube channel, mentorship groups, and upcoming book on business analytics. Yulia highlights the value of tools like user story mapping, context diagrams, and the importance of understanding data in digital transformation and AI initiatives. She also underscores the limitations of generative AI, stressing the human strengths of creativity, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement. Her overarching message is to embrace technology thoughtfully while continually honing human analytical and interpersonal skills.YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LzrbwKJam0Yulia KosarenkoWebsite: https://why-change.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yulia-kosarenko/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhyChangeBookFoundations of Business Analytics: An Applied Approachhttps://www.amazon.ca/Foundations-Business-Analytics-Applied-Approach/dp/1773384791/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3KGUS5KC224DE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.0V9Q9lAnEmk0-WEuwfrCHs42UVM5ofu55m3UniDynJkfZNyML3WTl_UqrQdDxY1Stc7j3vjFOZ1gDwjbpsoCKg.vDlmmuEvgzBcjnHHkxj6lJpaHbfacOAl_vLDCF9jKrs&dib_tag=se&keywords=yulia+kosarenko&qid=1745626163&sprefix=yulia+kosarenko%2Caps%2C150&sr=8-5Business analyst: a profession and a mindsethttps://www.amazon.ca/Business-analyst-profession-Yulia-Kosarenko/dp/199912202X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2B7SEO9ZGQ9EB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.0V9Q9lAnEmk0-WEuwfrCHs42UVM5ofu55m3UniDynJkfZNyML3WTl_UqrQdDxY1Stc7j3vjFOZ1gDwjbpsoCKg.vDlmmuEvgzBcjnHHkxj6lJpaHbfacOAl_vLDCF9jKrs&dib_tag=se&keywords=yulia+kosarenko&qid=1745678824&sprefix=yulia+kosarenko%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1-----Sponsored by BA BLOCKS:For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_code=5ee2a7.Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    BAs Working in Retirement: with Patricia Udokang

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 34:21


    Musicians and actors in their golden years, like Al Pacino (84), Mick Jagger (81), Jane Fonda (87), Helen Mirren (79), and Stevie Nicks (76), even politicians like Jean Chretien (former Canadian Prime Minister, 91) are shattering the traditional perceptions of aging in their industries . Despite advancing in age, these iconic figures continue to engage actively in their professions, demonstrating that talent and passion do not wane with time.Such is also the case with @Patricia Udokang, my mother, still working in business analysis at 80 years young. Like these entertainers in their golden years, Patricia defies age, but also serves as an inspiration. She shows that age is merely a number and not a barrier to continuing one's creative and professional pursuits. Through Patricia's enduring presence and unyielding zest for her craft, she paves the way for future generations to follow in her footsteps, creating a timeless legacy in the BA ecosystem.Listen to the podcast episode below to hear about how Patricia, filled with energy and charisma, is still gracefully working in business analysis long into her retirement years.YouTube:Patricia UdokangLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-udokang-a9695046/-----Sponsored by BA BLOCKS:For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_code=5ee2a7.Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    The Hub and Spoke Model: with Georges Bryson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 59:42


    Georges Bryson is Lead Business Analyst instructor at McGill University and VP of Professional Development at IIBA Montreal. In this interview, Georges highlights the importance of storytelling in business analysis and uses the bicycle Hub and Spoke Model as a metaphor for competencies. He emphasizes the value of customer journeys, empathy maps, and simplicity in analysis. Georges offers insights into building trust and engagement with stakeholders, and provides guidance on connecting with the IIBA community. With extensive teaching experience in English and French, George also discusses the nuances of teaching business analysis at McGill and Laval universities and his role in translating the BABOK into French. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwSINaWEHh0 Georges Bryson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georges-g-h-bryson-cste-cbap-cpoa-itil-psm-bsac-8396929/ ----- Sponsored by BA BLOCKS: For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_code=5ee2a7. Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    Leadership Legacy: with Oakland McCulloch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 32:18


    In this interview, Oakland McCulloch, a retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel and author, discusses the transformative power of leadership and the impact of simple acts of kindness. Drawing from his military experiences, he emphasizes the importance of how family, personal growth, and servant leadership can foster a strong organization culture. Oakland provides practical strategies through universal principles of leadership. By building trust by connecting with people and prioritizing genuine care and support, leaders can cultivate a sense of community and drive success across various contexts. These are strategies that are highly applicable to business analysis leadership. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01xjoN-7ctY Oak McCulloch LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oakland-mcculloch-34293256/ Book Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be https://www.amazon.com/Your-Leadership-Legacy-Becoming-Leader/dp/1952037107/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1CUTI99RZJQQP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.A9EziSx4L_0Ye2_wdzd1qNIofeNBhzOIHaYiVoCZw2s.jWZhgHRwTxUaDs_eLNpADvhc37MbBv2Dwps9cb1ygx4&dib_tag=se&keywords=Your+Leadership+Legacy%3A+Becoming+the+Leader+You+Were+Meant+to+Be&qid=1737592291&sprefix=your+leadership+legacy+becoming+the+leader+you+were+meant+to+be%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-1 ----- Sponsored by BA BLOCKS: For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_code=5ee2a7. Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    Business Analysis in Colombia, from The Inside: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 31:42


    In this Part 2 episode of Business Analysis in Colombia, I speak with Federico Ortega, Andrea Betancourt, Andrés Villa, and John Osorio about their experience as a product analyst, business analyst, developer, and performance analyst at the software company, Endava. Some of these individuals are also members of IIBA Colombia Chapter. They discuss a day in the life of their job role, and their contribution to software development at Endava. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUHDwQDqHCM IIBA Colombia Website: https://colombia.iiba.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iiba... Federico Ortega LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/federico-ortega-nieto-9757908/ Andrea Betancourt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreabetan/ Andreas Villa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anvaasquez/ John Osorio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnperformance/ YouTube: JohnIT - https://www.youtube.com/@johnperformanceIT/videos Sponsored by BA BLOCKS: For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_.... Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    Business Analysis in Colombia: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 29:01


    IIBA Colombia, a relatively new IIBA chapter, is growing by leaps and bounds. I recently had the privilege of speaking with the President of the chapter, Orlando Guedez. He's a fascinating man with a storehouse of knowledge in business analysis. You can't help but admire his passion. Join me in listening to this enduring and articulate individual talk about his journey into business analysis in Colombia, and how the IIBA Colombia chapter is making a stellar impact in the city of Medellin, Colombia, and Latin America. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmUagON7Ht4 IIBA Colombia Website: https://colombia.iiba.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iiba-colombia-chapter/posts/?feedView=all Orlando Calderin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlandoguedezcalderin/ Sponsored by BA BLOCKS: For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_.... Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    Solving Problems with Tight Constraints: with Richard Audette

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 31:52


    In this episode, Richard Audette, a product development catalyst, provides his perspective on solving product related problems with tight constraints like time, budget, and resources. Richard has 20 years of experience in the trenches with various roles like technical analyst, technical manager, business management analyst, product analyst, and currently as a Director of Innovation and Technology. Richard Audette LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-audette-6588a123/ Blog: https://www.hotelexistence.ca/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaisAsRa5MY ----- Sponsored by BA BLOCKS: For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_.... Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    The Value of Process Modeling and Business Cases: with David Vrbanek

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 25:45


    David Vrbanek, a senior business analysis practitioner who leads software development and business process improvement projects. In this episode David talks about analytical and descriptive modeling, best practice approaches for developing a Business Process Model, the value of business cases, and how to align a business case with strategic goals. David Vrbanek Website: https://everyday-ba.ca/my-courses LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvrbanek/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGY--3O_MOc ---- Sponsored by BA BLOCKS: For a high-quality BA foundations course (FOBA), register at https://bablocks.com/foba/?affiliate_.... Use the code INQUISITIVE24 to receive a 10% discount. Whether you are an aspiring or experienced BA, the FOBA course is a game changer. It provides real world project-based teaching with top-notch experienced instructors, each with over 20 years industry experience. Check it out.

    Datawisp and AI: with Mo Hallaba

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 22:04


    Want to find data insights more efficiently?

    From Sales to Business Analyst: with Thando Jacobs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 39:17


    Thando Jacobs explains his triumphant journey from sales to business analyst and how he made a conscious effort to identify and fill his gaps; how he overcame hurdles; how he researched about the BA role; how he made an insightful plan to achieve a career goal; and how he sees his future growth in the BA field. These are tips about a journey told with conviction and passion that can help any aspiring or current business analyst to reach further and farther in their career in a short period of time. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpnrnKezhQI Thando Jacobs Website: https://insidebusinessanalysis.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thandojacobs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@InsideBusinessAnalysis Podcast: https://insidebusinessanalysis.com/podcast/

    Resume/CV Tips: with Mark Bruins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 31:48


    Mark Bruins provides valuable tips of how to maximize your resume/CV. He explains what key accomplishments and experiences BAs should highlight on their resume/CV; how to tailor your resume/CV to a job description; how to format your resume/CV, and much more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PvZXKWJ170&t=6s Mark Bruins Website: https://www.bamasterminds.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markbruins/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BAMasterminds/videos

    Benefits of Agile Frameworks: with Martin Foster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 44:34


    Martin Foster discusses the many benefits of agile frameworks including how organizations can implement business agility practices, prioritization of work, and the importance of dual skills for professionals. Martin Foster LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinfoster/ 2024 Business Agility Report survey link: https://businessagilityreport.com/ References: 1) 2023 business agility report: https://businessagility.institute/learn/2023-business-agility-report/751 2) 2022 and prior: https://businessagility.institute/learn/2022-business-agility-report-business-in-the-new-normal/727 3) Skills in the new world of work: pi-shaped individuals https://businessagility.institute/learn/skills-in-the-new-world-of-work/750 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Kd8BGw4Jsw&t=16s

    IIBA Calgary Professional Development Day - June 15, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 19:46


    It was remarkable to be able to interview some of the members of IIBA Calgary Chapter today, June 15, 2024, during the chapter's Professional Development Day. This also including two of the presenters at the event, Mike Jones (Past President of IIBA Calgary Chapter) and Bola Adesope. This chapter is thriving while helping to add value and momentum to the growth of Business Analysis as a lucrative profession in Calgary, Canada. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPutB2j9D1A&t=14s

    Tales from the Trenches: Career Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 3:22


    (T.I.A. Ep. 98). Ever try to make an impression with your BA skills during the first 60 days? Tales from the Trenches is a series of videos that delve into a few stories about my highs

    What is Enterprise Analysis? - with Vincent Mirabelli

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 15:47


    Business Analysis in Mexico: Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 10:19


    (T.I.A. Ep. 96) Business Analysis is growing everywhere

    Tales from the Trenches: The Job was Rescinded

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 5:53


    (T.I.A. Ep. 95) Ever have a strange outcome from a job interview? In this video I explain some highs and lows from a very memorable interview where I learned something rather extraordinary. Job interviews have never been the same for me since. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f2VkNn7Gmo Music used in this video: Purple - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7H4ebDC9a0 Chill Vibes Music Freedom – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jNsOGzZmz8

    Business Analyst Jobs: Where To Find Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 6:11


    (T.I.A. Ep. 94) Need help to find Business Analyst jobs?

    Become a Business Analyst Volunteer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 4:34


    (T.I.A. Ep. 93). Looking for experience as a business analyst? No one is willing to hire you without experience? Look no further than to volunteer as a business analyst at an organization. This podcast episode explains a few options for volunteering as a BA. It's all about community involvement. Be collaborative, be a leader, be a volunteer. The sky's the limit for business analysts when it comes to being a volunteer. Be a principal business analyst in any organization, as a volunteer. Industries could include Information Technology, financial, insurance, education, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, clinical, healthcare, etc. You may not find the title of business analyst volunteer at some organizations. But, there is lots of business analysis work being done at organizations that are looking for volunteers. Reach out and ask an organization. I have volunteered in the past, with IIBA Ottawa-Outaouais chapter as VP Professional Development. I still volunteer occasionally with CRIEC (Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council) as a mentor for newcomers (BAs and PMs) to the city of Calgary. Make a difference. Be a Volunteer, be a BA, be Awesome! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhKppoUOdHM Have you had any experience volunteering as a business analyst, to develop valuable BA skills, or to help others develop their BA skills? Comment below. Looking forward to hear about your volunteer experience or interest in volunteering.

    A Chat with Dmytro Nizhebetskiy: The Definition of Done

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 16:39


    What's the Definition of Done for your project?

    A Chat with Pamela Pitz: Strategic Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 18:39


    (T.I.A. Ep. 91). How do you sell a strategic vision to your team?

    A Chat with James Lewis: High-Performance Project Management

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 14:32


    (T.I.A. Ep 90). How can the Lewis Method help PMs avoid project pitfalls? I chat with James Lewis, a project manager, an educator, and author of Project Planning, Scheduling and Control, 6th ed.

    A Chat with Mike Clayton: PM Job Interview Explained

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 19:47


    (T.I.A. Ep 89). What are some challenges you have faced during PM job interviews❓ I chat with Mike Clayton, business author, educator, and host of the YouTube channels Online PM Courses and Management Courses.

    PM Review - Part 3 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 25:21


    (T.I.A. Ep 88). In this Project Management Review (Part 3 of 3) we hear from: 01:17 - Terry Schmidt: Practical strategic management principles for PMs. 02:34 - Cheryl Lee: PMs are from Mars. 05:47 - Colin Thompson: Lessons learned as an Agile Coach. 07:56 - Benjamin Anyacho: How to provide vision and overall leadership. 09:41 - Elizabeth Harrin: How can PMs successfully engage stakeholders? 12:57 - Soha Karjawally: What type of escalation paths do you recommend? 15:04 - Klao Bell-Lewis: How to measure stakeholder engagement. 17:32 - Mayte Mata: Overcoming cultural backgrounds when leading diverse teams. 20:03 - Mike Griffiths: A deeper understanding of project management using visual learning tools. 21:52 - Karine O'Donnell: How to engage the project team. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9G8ReizplA You can find full interview videos with each of these guests at the below links. Terry Schmidt - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lQ4vDmHR_U Cheryl Lee - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca3CTyZcPr8&t=1310s Colin Thompson - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ds14lXIctQ&t=529s Benjamin Anyacho - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1_Iz4wK9-U Elizabeth Harrin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-e43NW0S1E&t=441s Soha Karjawally - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdHRoDdMLX8 Klao Bell-Lewis - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4s7R5_ddkw&t=946s Mayte Mata - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BYwkEzYv_w&t=676s Mike Griffiths - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0L63TyepUI&t=267s Karine O'Donnell - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQUtq729NN4&t=1274s Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    PM Review - Part 2 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 24:31


    (T.I.A. Ep 87). In this Project Management Review (Part 2 of 3) we hear from: 01:26 - Rami Kaibni - Agile project management in the construction industry 02:56 - Dharam Singh - Transitioning into program or portfolio management 05:54 - Dayo Sowunmi - Artificial Intelligence hugely benefits PMs 07:45 - Joe Pusz - PMs functioning effectively with a PMO 09:46 - Torbjorn Zetterlund - PMs optimizing cloud strategies and services 11:58 - Joe Perzel - The dark arts of project management 14:06 - Bharatkumar Unercat - How the Indian Navy prepares you for project management 17:23 - Chris Clouse – Adapting to transformational changes in the financial industry 18:56 - Anatoly Shamkin - Transitioning from a Project Manager to a Product Manager 22:15 - Greta Blash - Problems identifying and managing risks on a project YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOwor93gRpQ You can find full interview videos with each of these guests at the below links. Rami Kaibni - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLPTrwEf-iI Dharam Singh - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIyrMgzbfYQ Dayo Sowunmi - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGCrez9Aefc Joe Pusz - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYcOpQy2B6w&t=1193s Torbjorn Zetterlund - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I6tGudQPA4&t=721s Joe Perzel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdxRZwi3RS8&t=108s Bharatkumar Unercat - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwBpZYjSYJ8 Chris Clouse – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXvDRk1MXOY&t=310s Anatoly Shamkin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gqjml824BQk&t=1933s Greta Blash - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtUTcZu4m_M&t=516s Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    PM Review - Part 1 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 26:49


    (T.I.A. Ep 86). In this Project Management Review (Part 1 of 3) we hear from: 01:05 - David Stewart - The toughest hurdle of transition into that first Project Manager role. 03:04 - Richard Audette - Budgeting and Scheduling within a Project. 04:34 - Adriana Girdler - How to overcome pain points with difficult stakeholders. 07:20 - Jim Lewis - What has been your biggest mistake in project management? 11:14 - David Barrett - Why is Communication so important for PMs? 14:26 - Andy Kaufman - How can PMs excel at leading people? 18:33 - Kiron Bondale - Don't blame corporate culture on psychological safety. 22:36 - Nigel Smith - Agile Coaching. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2sD2kVXG5c You can find full podcast interviews with each of these guests at the below links. David Stewart - https://lnkd.in/gNbkUSiG Richard Audette - https://lnkd.in/gdbMfTdt Adriana Girdler - https://lnkd.in/gU74mkfV Jim Lewis - https://lnkd.in/gvkXMisi David Barrett - https://lnkd.in/g9cvG8zF Andy Kaufman - https://lnkd.in/gXFTwrDB Kiron Bondale - https://lnkd.in/ghRbvr7v Nigel Smith - https://lnkd.in/gkXC-Pdg Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Cameron Herold: Unleash Your Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 22:07


    (T.I.A. Ep 85). Cameron Herold, Founder of COO Alliance, discusses leadership, and how PMs can leverage transition to a COO role. He stresses the value of leaders as change agents to drive transformation in an organization; and how to build effective teams to work cohesively, remove obstacles and barriers, and drive results. It's about collaboration, consensus, and alignment with core values; avoiding miscommunication; growing your team's skills, competence and confidence; and having a team execute with consistency. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4I6PwynOOiY Cameron Herold: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronherold/ Website 1: https://cameronherold.com/ Website 2: https://cooalliance.com/ Website 3: https://investinyourleaders.com/ Podcast: https://cooalliance.com/podcasts/ TEDx: https://www.ted.com/talks/cameron_herold_your_vision_statement_sucks/transcript Books: The Second in Command https://www.amazon.com/Second-Command-Unleash-Power-Your/dp/1544537603/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2403LKDZ4JRCT&keywords=the+second+in+command&qid=1678083864&sprefix=the+second+in+command%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1 Meetings Suck https://www.amazon.com/Meetings-Suck-Elements-Business-Valuable/dp/B073YKQKQX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PV735O28JLNG&keywords=Meetings+Suck&qid=1678083892&sprefix=meetings+suck%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-1 Vivid Vision https://www.amazon.com/Vivid-Vision-Remarkable-Aligning-Business/dp/B07S4PMS6P/ref=sr_1_3?crid=18O82SFEHYQRZ&keywords=cameron+herold&qid=1678083921&sprefix=cameron+herold%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-3 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Karine O'Donnell: Engaging the Project Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 35:47


    (T.I.A. Ep 84). Karine O'Donnell is a Project Management Consultant. As Founder of Projecting With People she talks about how to engage the project team with more powerful projects; how to achieve success driven results; and how to successfully implement change in an organization. Karine also discusses project management best practice techniques to avoid projects from failing; why we should speak up during projects, and how to do so effectively. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQUtq729NN4 #ProjectTeam #ImplementingChange #ProjectManagement #PM #ProjectingWithPeople Karine O'Donnell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karineodonnell/ Websites: https://projecting.com.au/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Mike Griffiths: Adding Value with Agile Approaches and PMI-ACP

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 32:03


    (T.I.A. Ep 83). Mike Griffiths, an Agile Consultant, Trainer, and founder of PMillustrated.com, talks about how visual learning tools allow us to gain a deeper understanding of project management. He provides highlights from his book Beyond Agile, and how leadership and emotional intelligence can add value to agile approaches. Mike also discusses how PMs can detect and remove insufficiently performing process, to better focus time and effort on value delivery; how PMs can protect a team from being interrupted with low-priority or non-value-adding activities; and how to prepare for the PMI-ACP exam. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0L63TyepUI #PMillustrated #LeadingAnswers #PMI #PMIACP #Agile #ProjectManagement #PM #BeyondAgile Mike Griffiths: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikegriffiths/ Websites 1: www.LeadingAnswers.com Websites 2: www.PMillustrated.com Mike's Books: Beyond Agile https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Agile-Achieving-Situational-Knowledge-ebook/dp/B09VX3Y4BD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1TM1O88BIU96&keywords=beyond+agile%2C+mike+griffiths&qid=1675908651&sprefix=beyond+agile%2C+mike+griffiths%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-1 PMI-ACP Exam Prep, updated 2nd edition https://www.amazon.com/PMI-ACP-Exam-Prep-Updated-Second/dp/1932735984/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?crid=1TM1O88BIU96&keywords=beyond+agile%2C+mike+griffiths&qid=1675908657&sprefix=beyond+agile%2C+mike+griffiths%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-2-fkmr0 PM Illustrated: A Visual Learner's Guide to Project Management https://www.amazon.com/PM-Illustrated-Learners-Management-Paperback/dp/B09RB4W6TS/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2T25LMUB8XAHB&keywords=mike+griffiths&qid=1675908966&sprefix=mike+griffiths%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-3 Agile Illustrated: A Visual Learner's Guide to Agility https://www.amazon.com/Agile-Illustrated-Learners-Agility-Learning/dp/1695681231/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2T25LMUB8XAHB&keywords=mike+griffiths&qid=1675908998&sprefix=mike+griffiths%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-5 Agile Fundamentals: A Comprehensive Guide to Using an Agile Approach https://www.amazon.com/Agile-Fundamentals-Comprehensive-Guide-Approach/dp/B0B2KYR1RR/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=1TM1O88BIU96&keywords=beyond+agile%2C+mike+griffiths&qid=1675908657&sprefix=beyond+agile%2C+mike+griffiths%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-1-fkmr0 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Oscar Svernlöv: Engaging Your Audience Creatively with Mentimeter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 31:28


    (T.I.A. Ep 82). Oscar Svernlöv is an Educational Content Specialist for Mentimeter. In this interview he explains the value that the Mentimeter cloud app can bring to your presentations. Mentimeter allows you to build more inclusive meetings through interactive polls, analyzing trends, surveys, quizzes and much more. This also helps to enhance your overall presentations and to boost collaboration and interactivity with your audience. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otW6FMH6PI4 #Mentimeter #InteractivePresentations #ProjectManagement Oscar Svernlöv: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscarsvernlov/ Website: https://www.mentimeter.com/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Jardena London: Cultivating Transformations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2023 25:03


    Jardena London is a keynote speaker on transformation and business agility. She is also CEO of Rosetta Agile. For Jardena it's all about building adaptive structures, and shaping courageous cultures, while instilling practices for a thriving organization. The 2nd edition of her book “Cultivating Transformations: A Leader's Guide to Connecting the Soulful and Practical”, is about helping large organizations improve their value delivery while creating a healthy team culture. It's about providing lightweight practices that allow the organization's soul to shine. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrzslyaQtEo #BusinessTransformation #BusinessAgility #CutivatingTransformations #RosettaAgile Jardena London: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/jardena Website 1: cultivatingtransformations.com Website 2: https://www.jardenalondon.com/ Facebook: @jardenalondon Email: info@jardenalondon.com Jardena's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Cultivating-Transformations-Leaders-Connecting-Practical/dp/B09XT21HV3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2P0PDUAC0GLJM&keywords=Cultivating+Transformations%3A+A+Leader%27s+Guide+to+Connecting+the+Soulful+and+the+Practical&qid=1672633663&sprefix=cultivating+transformations+a+leader%27s+guide+to+connecting+the+soulful+and+the+practical%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-1 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Dr. Joe Perez: Bringing Data to Life and Life to Data

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 40:38


    Dr. Joe Perez is an international keynote speaker on data analytics, a higher education professional, a specialist in process improvement, and a Chief Technology Officer. Joe talks about how data can be used to fuel business decisions, and how to sift through a quagmire of data to find what we need. Joe also discusses how to narrow the gap between companies that want to be data driven and those that actually are data driven; qualitative versus quantitative data; cognitive bias in big data; and how to become better data storytellers. For Joe it's all about turning obstacles into opportunities by bringing data to life and life to data. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoiCja5fn04 Dr. Joe Perez: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jwperez YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/DrJoePerezData Website: https://DrJoePerez.com Keynote Speaker: https://sessionize.com/joe-perez Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwperezman Facebook: https://facebook.com/jwperezman Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp

    A Chat with Ron MacTavish: Public Speaking and Leadership Mentoring

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 25:50


    Ron MacTavish, a 25 year Toastmasters member, and a retired Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for an insurance company, talks about key skills required to be an optimal speaker. He has worked in Asia, Africa and North America, and his breadth of knowledge in public speaking and leadership is vast. Ron provides guidance on crafting entertaining and captivating speeches; the benefits of being a Toastmaster; how to build Toastmaster clubs to be active, attractive and enduring for any aspiring public speaker and potential leader; and the value of mentoring within this scope of growth. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1WxH7NDr8M Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp

    A Chat with Mayte Mata: International Project Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 19:51


    (T.I.A Ep 78) Mayte Mata, a project manager and consultant. Mayte talks about her experience working as an international project manager; how PMs can overcome cultural backgrounds when leading diverse teams; and the value of volunteering. Mayte also discusses how best to engage teams when working online; the key to ensuring successful projects; and her experience as Americas Ambassador for The PMO Leader. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0BYwkEzYv_w Mayte Mata LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayte-mata-sivera-pmp/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255

    A Chat with Kyle Murtagh: The 5 Pillars of Effective Public Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 24:35


    (T.I.A. Ep 78) Kyle Murtagh, a Presentation Skills Trainer, and Public Speaking Coach, was a semi-finalist in the Toastmasters International World Public Speaking Championship Contest in Aug 2021. He talks about his humble beginnings in public speaking; the importance of building public speaking skills; key tips to becoming a comfortable, competent, and confident speaker; and tips on how to best prepare for presentations. Kyle also discusses how to create strong audience rapport, and hold your audience's attention with impact; the correct skills and mindset to be a public speaker; tips on preparing for virtual presentations; the importance of constructive feedback; and the types of services offered by Confidence By Design. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWgK0Cav_lw Kyle Murtagh Website: https://www.confidencebydesign.co.uk/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleMurtagh LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemurtagh1/ Kyle's Book The 5 Pillars of Effective Public Speaking https://www.amazon.com/Pillars-Effective-Public-Speaking-Presentation-ebook/dp/B08DRJRTJ7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3KYPWM7206IT9&keywords=The+5+Pillars+of+Effective+Public+Speaking&qid=1641685768&sprefix=the+5+pillars+of+effective+public+speaking+%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-1 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp

    A Chat with Margaret Page: Transformative Mentoring and Impacting Lives Through Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 24:41


    (T.I.A. Ep 77). Margaret Page, current President of Toastmasters International, a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills, talks about her humble beginnings in Toastmasters; how it takes a village to raise a Toastmasters International President; experiencing transformative mentoring at Toastmasters; and making a difference and positively impacting lives as a leader. Margaret also talks about how to build better relationships with employees, employers, family, and the community at large within Toastmasters; tips to refining our leadership and presentation potential; recommendations for those first time Toastmasters; and the meaning behind Toastmasters medallions and pins. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbWQDH1Dgis Margaret Page LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretpage/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Bob Ivkovic: Capabilities, Business Rules and Enterprise Architecture

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 27:31


    (T.I.A Ep 76). Bob Ivkovic, an Enterprise Architect, eloquently paints a picture of his start in the IT Architecture business. He explains his involvement with ERP Cloud Architecture; experience as a Management Consultant with oil companies in Calgary, Canada; and recommendations on a good path to become a Management Consultant. Bob also provides an in depth definition of a business rule; the services that IT Architects provides; what capabilities are, and why they are so important in IT Architecture; and the distinguishing difference between Precedence Architecture, Program Architecture and Enterprise Architecture. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kPKDHgEUbk Bob Ivkovic Website: https://itarchitects.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-ivkovic-4426501/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Emily Tom: Determining the Value Proposition of a Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 22:03


    (T.I.A. Ep 75). Emily Tom, IIBA Regional Director for Americas Northeast Region delivers an enchanting conversation about what inspired her to pursue Business Analysis as a career; lessons learned from being President of the IIBA Ottawa-Outaouais Chapter; and recommendations on how BAs can stand out from the competition when looking for BA jobs. Emily also discusses a good starting point for BAs when putting together a business case; how a new BA on the job determine the value proposition for a project; whether to focus only on agile concepts, or to also include waterfall; establishing the value of business analysis in a non-profit organization; and the importance of IIBA Cybersecurity and IIBA Data Analytics certifications. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QSs1C9D1Lo Emily Tom https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-tom-cbap-59190453 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Kari Mirabal: Networking & Career Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2021 26:26


    (T.I.A. Ep 74). Kari Mirabal, a Networking and Career Coach, provides a fascinating talk about what it means to network smarter; taking calculated risks to achieve success; valuable networking strategies; career transition challenges; and pushing past fear to connect with confidence. Kari also discusses what her book, "You Already Have the No", means for those who want to network better; how to allow the natural flow of networking to easily unfold; and overcoming barriers to networking. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRP0Fz6Sg3k Kari Mirabal Website: https://www.karimirabal.com/ Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karimirabal/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Jared Gorai: Uniting the Business Analysis Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 30:49


    (T.I.A. Ep 73). Jared Gorai, Director of Chapters & Membership Engagement for Global IIBA, talks about his journey within IIBA; the global standard of Business Analysis, best practices and Centre of Excellence; what it means to be a member of IIBA, and the benefits from membership; and newly launched IIBA items to support the industry and member needs. Jared also discusses IIBAs certification offerings; IIBA's global chapter presence; the focus for IIBA over the next year or two; and the importance of volunteering. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlNy2d5j4iA Jared Gorai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgorai/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Vanessa Khan: Designing and Implementing Processes for Product Owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 29:10


    (T.I.A. Ep 72). Vanessa Khan, a Senior Business Analyst, and a Coach and Advisor to Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs, discusses what makes a Business Analyst an integral part of project implementation; recommendations on how to maximize the vendor selection process; and she provides insights into developing a Statement of Work. Vanessa also details how to map out an as-is process; designing and implementing processes for Product Owners; how to lead a document management process; and how VK Inc. works with small businesses. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksvKPmZraMs Vanessa Khan Website: https://vanessakhan.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-khan-b1242a56/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Greg Gazin: Leadership, Communication, Podcasting and The Gadget Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 38:05


    (T.I.A. Ep 71). Greg Gazin, a Leadership and Technology Speaker, Tech Columnist, and Podcaster for Toastmasters International and Toastcaster, provides valuable insight into what makes a good leader; how the public speaking organization known as Toastmasters has helped to develop his communication skills for podcasting; and how Toastmasters helps its members build acute leadership skills. Greg also provides podcasting tips and takeaways; recommendations on researching and planning for podcast guests interviews; the skills involved in being a Toastmaster District Leader; how to recognize your growth in public speaking; lessons learned for technology speakers; and how he came about to write a children's book. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxI3ObPUQUo Greg Gazin Website 1: http://gadgetgreg.com/ Website 2: GadgetGuy.ca Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggazin/ Greg's Book https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/418588 Promotional price: $0.00 Coupon Code: VK54S Expires: November 15, 2021 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Prince Jimmy: Digital Product Management, UX/UI Design and Project Scope

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 28:01


    (T.I.A. Ep 70) Jimmy Prince, a Project and Product Manager, details his journey into project management; shares perspectives on using Waterfall and Agile within the engineering sphere; aspects of Additive Manufacturing; and how to prepare to scope a project. Prince also emphasizes the importance of ensuring availability of resources; planning for project safety risk assessment; differences between Digital Product Management and traditional Product Management; challenges for a Product Manager; and recommendations for those entering the Product Management field. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f9YtTpV7vE Prince Jimmy https://www.linkedin.com/in/princejimmy/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Laura Burford: The Consulting JUMPSTART Blueprint©

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 30:32


    (T.I.A. Ep 69). Laura Burford, a Consultant Advisor, who runs Laura's Consulting Guide, talks about her beginnings in the consulting field; what The Consultancy Model© and the Consulting JUMPSTART Blueprint© encompass; how a consultant can build effective long-lasting relationships with the right people, and determine their hourly rate. Laura also discusses the 3 levels of consultants; some common consultant challenges; tips to identify and define the ideal client; how consultants can best display credibility, and get more clients with targeted outreach; the types of services Laura's Consulting Guide provides; and a brief summary of her book "Project Management for Flat Organizations: Cost Effective Steps to Achieving Successful Results". YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJhkxAi0DwY Laura Burford Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraburford/ Website: laurasconsultingguide.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/LauraBurford Facebook: facebook.com/laurasconsultingguide Medium: lauradburford-82389.medium.com/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Klao Bell-Lewis: Stakeholder Relationships and Social Impact Programs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 22:21


    (T.I.A. Ep 68). Klao Bell-Lewis, a certified project manager, talks about the best way to gain respect from stakeholders on a project; good tools you use to help you better manage stakeholders; techniques to best engage top management within a project; and how to measure successful stakeholder engagement. Klao also points out how to best transition stakeholders from being detractors to being allies or champion supporters of your project; lessons learned from executing a multi-site community outreach program; how to best engage team members on a project; how to identify, communicate, and mobilize stakeholders, and build strong relationships with them. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4s7R5_ddkw Klao Bell-Lewis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/klaobelllewis/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Soha Karjawally: Estimating, Escalation Paths, and Scope Creep

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 29:14


    (T.I.A. Ep 67). Soha Karjawally, a Project Manager and Team Lead provides recommendations to PMs for writing requirements specifications; hurdles estimating required resources, time and effort; and lessons learned for Infrastructure and Security Project Managers. Soha also discusses how to deal with projects that do not meet deadlines or budgets; what a typical relationship with a sponsor looks like; recommended escalation paths; methods to deal with scope creep; and experience developing an Aeronautical Maintenance Management System (AMMS) to target the maintenance management of the UH-1H helicopter for the Lebanese Air Force (LAF). YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdHRoDdMLX8 Soha Karjawally LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sohakarjawally/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Elizabeth Harrin: Engaging Stakeholders on Projects

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 36:40


    (T.I.A. Ep 66). Elizabeth Harrin, Director of Otobos Consultants Ltd., a project manager, and author chats about her award-winning blog, A Girls Guide to PM; her Facebook group Project Management Café; how to effectively engaging with stakeholders; how PMs can attain credibility in the workplace; and tips on how to best manage multiple projects. Elizabeth also discusses how PMs can strategically converse with executives; skills to negotiate and influence teams to work better together; and a few tips on how to bounce back from project failure. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-e43NW0S1E Elizabeth Harrin Website: https://elizabeth-harrin.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethharrin/ Blog: https://www.girlsguidetopm.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/OtobosGroup Elizabeth's Books: Project Manager: Careers in IT Project Management 1) Engaging Stakeholders on Projects https://www.amazon.com/Engaging-stakeholders-projects-harness-people-ebook/dp/B08HJGQY2M/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=elizabeth+harrin&qid=1626219106&sr=8-8 2) https://www.amazon.com/Project-Manager-Careers-project-management-ebook/dp/B07CRRWMXP/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Project+Manager%3A+Careers+in+IT+Project+Management&qid=1626219016&sr=8-1 Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription) Facebook 1: https://www.facebook.com/girlsguidetopm/ Facebook 2: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectmanagementcafe/ Mentoring Program: https://www.facebook.com/groups/projectmanagementrebels Twitter: https://twitter.com/girlsguidetopm

    A Chat with Amin Sabzavari: Sustainability and Aspen Technology Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 31:05


    (T.I.A Ep 65). Amin Sabzavari, an Engineer, co-founder of Aspen Technology Solutions, and a sustainability instructor provides an engaging conversation. He talks about how the public speaking organization Toastmasters has helped him develop marketable communication and leadership skills that have been instrumental in his career, particularly as an instructor. Amin discusses the leadership roles he has held at Toastmasters; vital aspects of sustainability; services that Aspen Technology Services provides; the value one can gain from being a Toastmaster member; and recommendations on how a BA or PM can enter the sustainability field. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqEmcDWmTeI Amin Sabzavari Website: http://www.aspentechnologysolutions.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amin-sabzevari-p-eng-crm-87a4921b/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Eno Eka: BA Entrepreneur and the Business Analysis School

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 32:23


    (T.I.A. Ep 64). Eno Eka, Founder of the Business Analysis School and Director of Education at IIBA Calgary, provides an awesome dialogue about her entry into the Business Analysis field; recommended steps BAs can use to document high level requirements; and how to become an IIBA member. Eno also discusses how new immigrants to Canada can transition into a Business Analysis career; hurdles that new Canadian immigrants face in the workforce, and how to overcome these hurdles; services that Business Analysis School offers; and her experience as a BA Instructor at the University of Manitoba. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3rz957bGSE Eno Eka Website 1: https://www.businessanalysisschool.com/ Website 2: https://www.enyconsulting.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enoeka-businessanalysis-coach-businessanalyst-businessanalysiscoach-cbap-prosci-ccba-ecba-career/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Elena Pawęta: Speaking Online with Confidence and TEDx Coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 26:10


    (T.I.A. Ep 63). Dr. Elena Pawęta, a communication coach, and a TEDx organizer, explains her journey in becoming a District 108 Director (Poland, Finland, Ukraine, Russia, Estonia) at the public speaking organization called Toastmasters; experience with the Dale Carnegie public speaking institute; and strategies to become a TEDx speaker, and the value it provides. Elena explains the impact in overcoming fear of public speaking; why communicating with clarity and confidence is so important in business; she provides a summary of her book Born Global Entrepreneurs; an explanation of the Podcast, Ideas + Leaders; the types of services Elena Pawęta Consulting provides; and experience with public speaking in Poland and Russia. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ji5P_fU-PJY Elena Pawęta Website: https://elenapaweta.com/ Website: https://courses.elenapaweta.com/tedxcoaching0921/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elena-paweta/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website - https://lnkd.in/gfVabkm9 Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lnkd.in/gghkcTp Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal - https://lnkd.in/g5yTrNgm promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

    A Chat with Alexander Kurm: Process Management Strategies and Lean Six Sigma

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2021 29:05


    (T.I.A. Ep 62). Alexander Kurm, a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Principal at Kurm Consulting Inc. gives a captivating conversation about how he entered into process management and improvement consultancy; why business process management is so important for organizations; and how to adopt and implement continuous improvement approaches Alexander also discusses his experience with big data strategy, for mapping business process architecture; overcoming major problems with continuous improvement strategies; using Elements.Cloud to improve and accommodate business changes within process mapping; deploying Six Sigma in an organization; and lessons learned for those wanting to enter the business process management field. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZoScgmkmVw Alexander Kurm Website: https://www.kurmconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-kurm-7014aa1/ Sponsored by: The Lewis Institute Website: https://lewisinstituteinc.com/ Project Leader Courses (60% discount): https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255 Business Agility Institute Emergence Journal: https://businessagility.institute/emergence promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

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