Practical Advice for Project Managers to “Embrace Leadership”

Ross and Idris discuss how project managers can evolve from tactical roles to embrace more significant leadership positions within their organizations. They emphasize the importance of developing a leadership mindset, understanding and respecting various domains, and offering practical advice for project managers to add value beyond traditional project management tasks. The conversation highlights the critical role of emotional intelligence, domain knowledge, and proactive risk management in achieving successful outcomes and making a strategic impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership Mindset Shift: Transitioning from a support role to owning the project and asserting leadership.

• Importance of Domain Knowledge: Gaining a deep understanding of different business functions to build trust and credibility.

• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Developing empathy and curiosity about others' roles and challenges to improve collaboration and leadership effectiveness.

• Proactive Contribution: Going beyond the call of duty to facilitate project success and team efficiency.

• Value-Added Communication: Creating insightful status reports and engaging in meaningful dialogues that reflect a comprehensive understanding of the project and its impact on business outcomes.

Transcript: https://www.futureofwork20.com/p/pms-embrace-leadership-advice-transcript