#121 | Elevating Project Management: Insights from PMO Innovator, Joe Pusz

In the dynamic realm of project management, it takes visionaries like Joe Pusz to lead the way. Join us for an enlightening podcast episode where we delve into the world of project management, PMOs, and purpose-driven leadership with Joe Pusz, an internationally recognized figure in the field.

Joe wears many hats – from keynote speaker to author, and he's been named the 2022 Americas PMO Influencer of the Year by the PMO Global Alliance. As the Founder and President of THE PMO SQUAD, a Phoenix-based PMO and Project Management Consulting firm, Joe has guided organizations across the United States toward project management excellence. His firm was even named the Winner of the 2022 Small Business Awards by the Phoenix Business Journal.

But Joe's impact extends beyond consultancy. He hosted the Project Management Office Hours Radio Show and Podcast, giving Project Management Leaders a powerful platform to share their insights with the global community. With over 40 million plays and downloads, this show has become a beacon of knowledge and inspiration.

In addition to his professional endeavors, Joe is the Co-Founder of VPMMA, a nonprofit organization that assists veterans in transitioning into civilian Project Management careers. His dedication to the community is also evident through his role as the Founder of The PMO Leader global community, an e-commerce platform for PMO Leaders and teams to collaborate and learn.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Joe's journey to becoming a PMO influencer
• Insights into Leadership, PMOs, and the Purpose-Driven Mindset
• The transformative power of agile-based methodologies
• Differentiating between new ways of working and new ways of thinking
• Agility's impact on project management and adaptability in a changing landscape
• The significance of internal factors in achieving success
• Busting common myths about agile methodologies and project management

Join us in this insightful episode as Joe Pusz shares his wealth of knowledge, inspiring stories, and a vision for elevating project management excellence. Whether you're a seasoned project manager or an aspiring leader, you won't want to miss this opportunity to glean valuable insights from a