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How to Prepare Users for Change Management

How to Prepare Users for Change Management

In this episode, we discuss the rising importance of change management in project execution. Pamela Ann Sinclair provides a practical checklist of best practices and insights on avoiding common pitfalls based on her extensive experience.

How is Renewable Energy Changing Our World?

How is Renewable Energy Changing Our World?

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.

Leadership Skills the Military Can Teach Us

Leadership Skills the Military Can Teach Us

Explore key leadership skills with Pat D'Amico, CEO of About-Face Development, drawing from his military background. Listen now for insights on self-awareness, stress management, coaching, and more.

“Trends in the Banking Industry”

"Trends in the Banking Industry"

Join the Project Management Paradise Podcast with Brian Jackson as he unveils the latest trends in the banking industry. Stay informed and ahead of the game in finance!

“The Future of AI”

"The Future of AI"

"Explore the future of AI with Dr. Barry Devereux in this captivating podcast episode. Gain insights into advancements, challenges, and the potential impact of artificial intelligence across industries. Listen now for expert perspectives on the evolving AI landscape.

“Overcoming Challenges in the Defense Industry”

"Overcoming Challenges in the Defense Industry"

Jessica Rivard is a senior business analyst at Cora Systems, and previously worked at Fincantieri Marine Group, where she spent over 15 years working in a range of roles.

“Mental Toughness for Leaders”

"Mental Toughness for Leaders"

LaRae Quy, an author and former undercover counter-intelligence agent for the FBI (for 24 years), discusses mental toughness and how it can be developed over time.

“The Power of Diversity in the Modern Workplace”

"The Power of Diversity in the Modern Workplace"

Patti Viri-Cruz, the Director of PT Portfolio, Design, and Construction at Genentech, discusses diversity in the modern workplace, leadership, and maximizing team performance

“Leadership in Uncertain Times”

"Leadership in Uncertain Times"

Declan Ryan founder and CEO of "The Project Foundry" shares insights into how they help business leaders with their strategy and how companies can make their clients’ lives better.

Trends in the Aerospace & Defence Industry

Trends in the Aerospace & Defence Industry

Josh Lee, the co-founder of Rev Technologies, discusses the major trends affecting the aerospace and defense industries, as well as how these trends impact the line of business.

“Trends in AI”

“Trends in AI”

Ron Schmeltzer and Kathleen Walsh, managing partners of AI research and advisory firm Cognilytica, discuss emerging trends in Artificial Intelligence.

“5 Tips To Accelerate Digital Transformation”

“5 Tips To Accelerate Digital Transformation”

Jeff Hopkins, Honeywell's Global Program Management Office leader and Program Management Office leader for Honeywell Intelligrated shares five tips to accelerate digital transformation

“The Keys to Effective Project Prioritization in Biopharma”

“Keys to Effective Project Prioritization in Biopharma”

Joe Stalder, who has over 10 years of experience managing drug development projects for various companies including Pfizer, Roche, and AstraZeneca, discusses “Keys to Effective Project Prioritization in Biopharma”.

Why Are Published Price Indices Important?

Why Are Published Price Indices Important?

Dr Alexia Nalewaik from the National Radio Astronomy Observatory discusses “Why Cost Indices Are Important for Project Management”.

“How to Improve Forecasting by 98%”

: “How To Improve Forecasting By 98%”

Kris Sprague the Head of Program and Project Planning at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals discusses: “How to Improve Forecasting by 98%”.

“Is Your Manager Causing You To Leave”

“Is Your Manager Causing You To Leave?”

In this episode, Michael Calkins, Senior VP Professional Services, Cora Systems, is going to discuss: “Is Your Manager Causing You To Leave?”

“How To Lead A Strategy Realization Office In Life Sciences”

“How to Lead a Strategy Realization Office in Life Sciences”

Sachin Raje, Director, Strategy Realization Office, MRL Global Medical and Scientific Affairs at Merck discusses: “How to Lead a Strategy Realization Office in Life Sciences”.

“Performance-Based Hiring”

“Performance-based Hiring”

In this episode “The Sherlock Holmes of Recruitment” Lou Adler discusses his performance-based hiring system for hiring exceptional talent

“How To Create A High-Performing Team”

“How To Create A High-Performing Team”

Nils Vinje, a Leadership Coach, 3X Top 25 Customer Success Influencer, Speaker, and Consultant discusses how to create a high-performing team

“How to Optimize Product Development in Life Sciences”

“How to Optimize Product Development in Life Sciences” (Episode 140)

Norbert Leinfellner, Head of PMO at medical devices company Element Science outlines how to optimize Product Development in life sciences.

“Digital Transformation in Engineering & Construction”

“Digital Transformation in Engineering & Construction”

Paul Wilkinson, a leading authority on construction collaboration technology, discusses Digital Transformation in Engineering & Construction

“Governance of Public Sector projects”

“Governance of Public Sector projects”

Gerry Galvin, a vastly experienced Engineer, Civil Servant, and former Chief Technical Officer of Irish Water Gerry Galvin discusses governance of Public Sector projects

Project Management Paradise – 2021 Highlights

Project Management Paradise - 2021 Highlights (Episode 137)

In this bonus episode, we've singled out some insights from the best of our guests over 2021.

“How to Understand and Manage the Challenges of Remote Leadership”

“How to Understand and Manage the Challenges of Remote Leadership”

Entrepreneur, business leader, executive coach, and speaker Janet Fouts shares insights on overcoming the challenges of remote leadership

“How to manage the people side of change” with Tim Creasey

“How to manage the people side of change” with Tim Creasey”

Change Management and the people side of change is the topic of this episode and our guest is Tim Creasey.

“Creating and Sustaining Healthy Work Environments”

“Creating and Sustaining Healthy Work Environments”

In this episode, Phyllis Quinlan shares some advice on how to help create healthy work environments and minimize negative engagements.

“Disaster Proof: Scenario Planning for a Post-Pandemic Future”

“Disaster Proof: Scenario Planning for a Post-Pandemic Future”

Scenario Planning is the topic of this episode and our guest is Lance Mortlock - a Senior Strategy Partner with EY

“What makes a great leader?” with Don Schmincke

"What makes a great leader?"

Organizational strategic development consultant and author Don Schmincke outlines tells us what makes a great leader

“How Machine Learning Is Revolutionizing Business Practices”

"How Machine Learning Is Revolutionizing Business Practices"

Penelope Bellegarde, the founder of digital analytics consultancy and training firm The Data Touch, discusses Machine Learning and more

“How 5 Big Waves of Change Will Alter Project Management”

"How 5 Big Waves of Change Will Alter Project Management"

In this episode, Caitríona speaks to Karl Reilly about how five big waves of change will alter project management.

“Decision Making in Pharma – How Big Decisions are Made”

"Decision Making in Pharma - How Big Decisions are Made" Episode 129

Decision making in pharma is the topic of this episode and our guest is John Faulks.

“What Can AC/DC Teach Us About Project Management?”

“What Can AC/DC Teach Us About Project Management?”

In this Project Management Paradise interview, Caitriona speaks to Joe Pusz, the founder and President of THE PMO SQUAD, a Phoenix, Arizona-based PMO and Project Management Consulting firm.

“Decoding the DNA of Strategy Execution”

“Decoding the DNA of Strategy Execution”

In this episode, Jack Duggal shares some tips on how to decode the DNA of strategy execution.

“Demystifying Project Control”

"Demystifying Project Control"

In this episode, we discuss Project Controls with Dr. Dimitris Antoniadis, the author of the book “Demystifying Project Control”.

“How to Manage Your Manager”

“How to Manage Your Manager”

In this episode we learn "How to Manage Your Manager" from Mary Abbajay; best-selling author and president of Careerstone Group, LLC

“Project Management Challenges in the Public Sector”

“Project Management Challenges in the Public Sector” Episode 124

Project Management Challenges in the Public Sector is the topic and our guest is Phil Jones, Head of Business Consulting with "Methods"

“Using Artificial Intelligence in Project Management”

“Using Artificial Intelligence in Project Management”

Jane Reilly outlines how artificial intelligence in project management software will help PMs

“Complexity in Change Management”

“Complexity in Change Management”

This bonus Project Management Paradise episode is taken from a webinar where Stephen Carver discusses “complexity in change management”.

“Why COVID-19 is a Golden Opportunity for Project Managers”

"Why COVID-19 is a Golden Opportunity for Project Managers"

We discuss why COVID-19 is a golden opportunity for Project Managers with founder and CEO of PMO Strategies Laura Barnard.

“How Leaders Can Use Brutal Honesty to Achieve Business Success”

"How Leaders Can Use Brutal Honesty to Achieve Business Success”

In this episode we speak to Peter Kozodoy, the CEO of Stradeso and partner and chief strategy officer of GEM Advertising.

“Planning for Post Pandemic Success”

“Planning for Post Pandemic Success”

In this episode we hear from Philip Martin. Philip is CEO of Cora Systems, a company he co-founded in 1999.

“Future Trends in Project Management”

“Future Trends in Project Management”

In this episode we hear from reknowned Academic, Businessman and Speaker Stephen Carver.

“Survival Hints in Project Business Management”

“Survival Hints in Project Business Management”

In this bonus Project Management Paradise Podcast episode, which is a recording taken from a virtual conference on PPM innovation, the project management guru Oliver F. Lehmann outlines survival hints in project business management.

How to Manage Projects in a Dispersed Workplace”

How to Manage Projects in a Dispersed Workplace”

On this edition of the podcast, we spoke with Melissa Lamson who is a consultant and a thought-leader on global workforce management and leadership, and particularly in the fields of diversity and inclusion in a multicultural workplace.

“How Skills Learned at Home Can Lead to Business Success”

“How Skills Learned at Home Can Lead to Business Success”

In this episode we're going to discuss how “Family Fundamentals are the Secret Sauce to Booming Business” with "Dr. Dave".

“How to Use PPM Data to Anticipate the Future”

“How to Use PPM Data to Anticipate the Future”

In this episode we welcome back on the show Lee R. Lambert. Lee is one of the godfathers of the PPM industry. He’s one of only a few people worldwide to be made a fellow of the PMI. He’s also an author of the best-selling book Project Management: The Common Sense Approach, and he has led change management programs at some of the world’s leading corporations and institutions, including IBM, GE and the United States’ government’s Department of Energy.

2019 Project Management Paradise Podcast Highlights

2019 Project Management Paradise Podcast Highlights

This is a bonus episode of the Project Management Paradise Podcast in which we will listen to some of the key points from our interviews from 2019. Highlights include hand-picked insights on building your social network, how artificial intelligence is changing the workplace and training your brain for change.

“Challenges of Managing Transformation in a Healthcare PMO”

“Challenges of Managing Transformation in a Healthcare PMO”

Michael Orchard discusses the challenges of managing transformation in a Healthcare PMO for Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.

“Project Management Skills Needed for Space Exploration”

“Project Management Skills Needed for Space Exploration"

This is a special episode of the Project Management Paradise Podcast features Dr Niamh Shaw and was recorded live at the 2019 Cora Global Client Conference.

“Managing the UK’s Digital Connectivity drive”

“Managing the UK’s Digital Connectivity drive"

In this episode we hear from Justin Leese - Programme Director, UK Fibre Programme/ Building Digital UK - Government's Digital Connectivity drive

“Managing Capital Projects at an International Airport”

“Managing Capital Projects at an International Airport”

In this episode we discuss managing capital projects at an International Airport with Jason Dardis, a Program Manager at Piers & Terminals at DAA, formerly known as Dublin Airport Authority.

“The Journeyman’s Guide to Change Management”

“The Journeyman's Guide to Change Management”

In this episode Liam Sherlock give listeners what he describes as "the journeyman's guide to change management".

“Managing Change in the Age of Disruption and AI”

“Managing Change in the Age of Disruption and AI”

In this interview, Dr. Mathew Donald discusses managing change in the age of disruption and AI. As well as being an Academic Dr Donald is also a speaker, consultant and author of "Leading and Managing Change in the Age of Disruption and Artificial Intelligence".

Challenges of Running a PMO in the Public Sector

Challenges of Running a PMO in the Public Sector

Fergal Collins established and ran the PMO for Tusla – the Irish Government’s Child and Family Agency and he talks about running a PMO in the Public Sector

“Contract Management in Project Management”

“Contract Management in Project Management”

In this episode we discuss contract management in Project Management with Sarah Schutte a Solicitor-Advocate, and director of Schutte Consulting, based in London.

Maximizing Brain Potential for Learning and Change

Maximizing Brain Potential for Learning and Change

Maximizing Brain potential for learning and change is the topic of this episode and our guest is Dr. Celine Mullins, the CEO and Founder of Adaptas.

“The Secrets to Better Networking” with Michael J. Hughes

“The Secrets to Better Networking”

The importance of networking as a business strategy is the subject of this episode. Everyone knows relationships are the key to success in business and in life but the question is – how do you do it? Well, helping us to do that today is Michael J. Hughes and he will give us his secrets to better Social Networking.

Project Management Paradise Episode 100: A Milestone Edition

Project Management Paradise Episode 100: A Milestone Edition

This is a bonus episode of Project Management Paradise where we listened back through some of the key points from our interviews over the last year.

Live Panel – “Issues Transforming Project and Portfolio Management Industry”

“Issues Transforming Project and Portfolio Management Industry"

This special episode of the podcast is a live recording of a panel discussion on “the issues transforming the project and portfolio management industry”.

“Common Misconceptions about the Evolution of Project Management”

“Common Misconceptions about the Evolution of Project Management”

In this episode we discuss the common misconceptions about the evolution of Project Management with Liz Doyle, a business change and project management consultant and a director at Casseo.

“Resistance to Change Management”

“Resistance to Change Management”

In this episode we discuss the resistance to change management in organizations with Gregg Brown.

“Managing a Transformation Program in the NHS”

“Managing a Transformation Program in the NHS”

David Bell, the associate director of Strategic Planning at Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust talks about managing a Transformation Program in the NHS

“Risk Management” with Carl Pritchard

"Risk Management"

In this episode of Project Management Paradise we discuss Risk Management with Carl Pritchard, the founder of Pritchard Management Associates.

“Project Management for NGOs”

“Project Management for NGOs” with Dr. John Lannon

In this episode of the Project Management Paradise Podcast Caitríona discusses Project Management for NGOs with Dr. John Lannon, a lecturer at the Center for Project Management in the University of Limerick.

PRINCE2 2017 with Susan Tuttle

PRINCE2 2017 with Susan Tuttle

In this week's episode we welcome back Susan Tuttle to discuss PRINCE2 2017 and her project management career to date.

“The Changing Role of the PMO”

"The Changing Role of the PMO"

This edition of the Project Management Paradise Podcast is a live recording of a panel discussion on the changing role of the PMO in the Life Sciences sector.

“Evolution of the PMO” with Jackie Glynn

"Evolution of the PMO" with Jackie Glynn

In this week's edition of the Project Management Paradise Podcast we speak to Jackie Glynn, Head of the PMO at Three Ireland.

“Impacts of Brexit on the delivery of projects in Ireland”

“Impacts of Brexit on the delivery of projects in Ireland”

Pat Lucey, the co-founder and CEO of Aspira, shares some of his Project Management experience in addition to discussing the impact of Brexit on the management and delivery of Projects in Ireland.

“Dealing with workplace bullying”

“Dealing with workplace bullying”

In this episode of the Project Management Paradise Podcast we speak to Paul Pelletier; a corporate lawyer, project manager, author, and international speaker.

“9 step process for developing stories”

“9 step process for developing stories”

In this episode we catch up with Gerald Leonard, who previously joined back on Episode 17 and gave us some great insights around developing a company culture that works.

“Managing politics at work”

“Managing politics at work”

In this episode we receive advice on managing politics at work from Margaret Meloni.

“The cost of trust in Project Management”

“The cost of trust in Project Management”

In this episode we speak to Sara Gallagher, a Senior Consultant at The Persimmon Group and discuss Sara’s presentation at the PMI Global Conference last year entitled “You Can Trust Me: Communicating When Nobody Can See Your Face”.

“Project Prioritization”

“Project Prioritization”

In this episode of the Project Management Paradise Podcast, we speak to Jeff Kissinger, a Senior Project Manager at Grand Rapids Community College in Michigan.

“Project Management Tools”

"Project Management Tools"

Rob O’Donohue; Director at Dell IT with years of experience in Project, Programme and Portfolio Management.

“Project Management Education” with Martin Butler

“Project Management Education”

Our guest in this episode is Martin Butler, a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems Management and Project Management at the University of Stellenbosch Business School in Bellville, South Africa.

2017 Highlights – Part 2 of 2

2017 Highlights – Part 2 of 2

This episode features more handpicked wisdom and insights shared from Episode 67 to 80 of the Project Management Paradise Podcast.

2017 H2 Highlights – Part 1 of 2

2017 H2 Highlights – Part 1 of 2

This episode features more handpicked wisdom and insights shared from Episode 53 to 66 of the Project Management Paradise Podcast.

“Global EPPM Software Implementation Case Studies”

"Global EPPM Software Implementation Case Studies"

In today's episode Johnny speaks to our own Ronan Keane; a Global Project Manager here at Cora Systems.

“Digital Transformation – the why is easy, the how is hard”

“Digital Transformation – the why is easy, the how is hard”

This episode of the Project Management Paradise podcast features a discussion on Digital Transformation with John McGrath, a lecturer at the Dublin Institute of Technology, a trainer and a much sought-after speaker on project management.

“The Importance of Project Leadership”

“The Importance of Project Leadership”

In this week's episode of Project Management Paradise, we discuss the importance of Project Leadership with Dr. Jim Lewis, of the Lewis Institute.

“Nice PMs Finish First: How Kindness Pays Off” with Betty Chan

“Nice PMs Finish First: How Kindness Pays Off”

Betty Chan, a Senior Project Manager at Purpose, is the guest on this episode of the discuss how kindness pays off in Project Management.

“Personal Analytics in Projects”

“Personal Analytics in Projects”

Our Guest is Dr. Trevor Clohessy, a Digital Transformation Lecturer and Researcher at the National University of Ireland in Galway and we discuss Personal Analytics in Projects.

“Digital Transformation vs Digital Change” with Rob Llewellyn

“Digital Transformation vs Digital Change”

In this episode Johnny discusses the topic of digital transformation vs digital change with Rob Llewellyn, an independent Digital Business transformation advisor.

“Bridging the Client-Supplier Divide” with Dan Phipps

“Bridging the Client-Supplier Divide” with Dan Phipps

In this episode Dan Phipps, the Operation Director of Ghyston Software shares some insights on bridging the client-supplier divide.

“How to Progress to the C Suite in 7 Steps” with Dee Morrissey

“How to Progress to the C Suite in 7 Steps"

Are you a Project Manager wishing to further your career? Dee Morrissey shares 7 steps Project Managers can take to progress to the C Suite.

Claudio Perrone on the benefits of continuous change

Claudio Perrone on the benefits of continuous change

Claudio is an internationally-recognized Lean & Agile expert, entrepreneur and startup strategist who helps companies move fast, learn faster and thrive.

“Visual Project Management” with Paul Williams

“Visual Project Management”

In this episode we discuss Visual Project Management with Paul Williams, a Project Manager, sought after speaker, trainer and executive coach.

“Project Management for Humans” with Brett Harned

“Project Management for Humans”

In this episode, we speak to Brett Harned from Digital PM Consulting, the author of “Project Management for Humans” and the founder of the Digital PM Summit.

“Red Teaming” with Chris Stricklin

“Red Teaming” with Chris Stricklin

In this episode, we discuss the concept of "Red Teaming" with Chris Stricklin, Director of Training & Standards in AfterBurner.

“How to get fired at C-Level” with Peter Taylor

“How to get fired at C-Level”

It's our pleasure to have Peter Taylor back on the show. In this episode he shares some insights from his new book entitled “How to get fired at C-Level”.

“Resilience – Thriving in a VUCA world”

“Resilience – Thriving in a VUCA world”

In this episode we receive some lessons on resilience and how to thrive in a VUCA world from Stephen Carver.

“Implementing a Successful Change Management Programme”

“Implementing a Successful Change Management Programme”

Joe Ryan shares with us his experience in implementing a successful change management programme and how Cora’s solution plays a key part in the programme.

“Knowledge-based Change – The Vanguard Method”

“Knowledge-based Change – The Vanguard Method”

Our guest is John Seddon from Vanguard Consulting, an author of a number of books including “The Vanguard Method” and “Freedom from Command and Control: Rethinking Management for Lean Service”.

“Project Planning & Stress Free Productivity” with David Allen

“Project Planning & Stress Free Productivity”

David Allen, author of "Getting Things Done", shares how the system applies to Project Planning, productivity and forming good habits.

“Building the Hybrid PMO” with Jesse Fewell

Episode 63: “Building the Hybrid PMO” with Jesse Fewell

In this episode we receive tips on building the Hybrid PMO from Jesse Fewell - a writer, coach, and trainer in innovation and agile methods who has helped teams across the world deliver products faster with higher quality.

“Project Execution in a Small PMO”

“Project Execution in a Small PMO”

In this episode, Johnny speaks to Matthew Snyder, from CRB, about project execution in a small PMO.

“Achieving High Performance With Accountability”

“Achieving High Performance With Staff Accountability”

Shawn Rhodes is an international expert in creating High-Performance teams in organizations and in this episode his shares tips on how you can improve the performance of your team.

“The Importance of Project Definition”

“The Importance of Project Definition”

In this episode of Project Management Paradise host; Johnny Beirne speaks with Mike Clayton on the importance of project definition.

How millennials are changing project management

How millennials are changing project management

In this episode Moira Alexander, a Media Recognized Expert, Digital Media/Business Content Strategist, Project Manager and Author, discusses how millennials are changing project management.

“Cora Client Story” with Phil Howe of Honeywell Building Solutions

“Cora Client Story” with Phil Howe of Honeywell Building Solutions

This episode is a Cora Client Case Study and Johnny speaks to Phil Howe, Project Management Excellence Leader for Europe with Honeywell Building Solutions.

“Project Cost Estimating and Forecasting”

“Project Cost Estimating and Forecasting”

In this episode of Project Management Paradise Dale Shermon, from QinetiQ, discusses "Project Cost Estimating and Forecasting".

Project Management Professional Certification

Project Management Professional Certification

In this episode Lee Lambert, one of the 5 founders of the Project Management Institute’s Project Management Professional Certification Program, discusses the difference between a "Paper PMP" and a "Real PMP".

“Project Manager career struggles and how to overcome them”

“Project Manager career struggles and how to overcome them”

In this episode of Project Management Paradise Sherri Thomas discusses Project Manager career struggles and gives some tips on how to overcome them.

“Portfolio Management explained”

“Portfolio Management explained"

Portfolio Management explained is the topic of this edition of Project Management Paradise and Johnny speaks to Jamal Moustafaev from ThinkTank Consulting.

Podcast Highlights from Episode 41 to 50

Episode 52: Podcast Highlights from Episode 41 to 50

In this episode Project Management Paradise Johnny selects the key points from Episode 41 to 50.

Project Management Paradise Highlights from Episode 30 to 40

Project Management Paradise Highlights from Episode 30 to 40

In this episode Project Management Paradise Johnny selects the key points from Episode 30 to 40.

“Key characteristics of successful Project Managers”

“Key characteristics of successful Project Managers”

In this episode of Project Management Paradise Richard Newton, of Enixus, speaks to Johnny about the key characteristics of successful project managers.

A Cora Client Story with Pat Davis of Health & Social Care Northern Ireland

A Cora Client Story with Pat Davis of Health & Social Care Northern Ireland

Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Pat Davis, the Head of Programme & Project Management with Health & Social Care Northern Ireland (HSCNI).

The Self Aware Project Manager

The Self Aware Project Manager

In this week’s episode, Johnny speaks with Naomi Caietti; project management consultant, guest speaker, author, PPM expert and managing editor at naomicaietti.com on the topic of “The Self-Aware Project Manager”.

“The impact of social media on project management”

“The impact of social media on project management”

Johnny speaks with John Chapman, program director at Touchstone Group based in London, UK about "The impact of social media on project management".

“5 steps to creating an effective Project Team”

“5 steps to creating an effective Project Team”

In this episode, Johnny speaks to Tony Llewellyn of ResoLex, who offers us 5 steps to creating an effective Project Team.

“How to engage with difficult stakeholders”

“How to engage with difficult stakeholders"

Today's guest is Elise Stevens, a Project Management expert who specialises in stakeholder engagement and she will give us some tips on how to engage with difficult stakeholders.

“The Benefits of PMI Membership”

"The Benefits of PMI Membership"

In today's episode of Project Management Paradise Johnny discusses the Benefits of PMI Membership with Niall Murphy, President of the Ireland Chapter of PMI.

“How to use a Strategic Realization Model to prioritize and execute projects“

“How to use a Strategic Realization Model to prioritize and execute projects“

Johnny speaks to Andrew Dolvig and Noe Dorantes from Integrated Project Management Company in Chicago about their Strategic Realization Model.

“3 major types of project complexity and how to manage them”

"3 major types of project complexity and how to manage them"

In this episode Johnny speaks to renowned lecturer Stephen Carver about Project Complexity and how the various types can be managed.

“How to Manage Unexpected Events in Projects”

"How to manage unexpected events in projects"

In this episode Gary Straw, author of Understanding Project Management shares some tips on how to manage unexpected events in projects and how this compares with Risk Management.

How to deal with uncertainty in Agile Project Management

How to deal with uncertainty in Agile Project Management

Johnny speaks with Emma Sharrock, author of The Agile Project Manager. Emma shares some great insights about how to deal with the uncertainty in Agile Project Management as well as other tips relating to Agile.

“How to build relationships with stakeholders”

"How to build relationships with Stakeholders"

In this episode Susan Madsen gives us tips on how to build relationships with stakeholders and also how Project Managers can deliver feedback.

“Visualization in project prioritization”

"Visualization in project prioritization"

The use of visualization in improving project prioritization is the topic of this edition of the Project Management Paradise Podcast and Johnny speaks to Johanna Rothman.

“Project Management for Kids, project vision and project timing”

“Project Management for Kids, project vision and project timing”

Johnny speaks to Gary Nelson from GazzaGuides.com about Project Management for Kids, project vision and project timing.

Techniques to improve lessons learned from projects

Techniques to improve lessons learned from projects

In this edition of the Project Management Paradise Podcast Jonathan Norman, Knowledge Hub Manager at the Major Projects Association shares some techniques to improve lessons learned from projects.

“The importance of Training & Education for effective Project Management”

“The importance of Training & Education for effective Project Management”

In this episode, Johnny discusses the importance of Training and Education for effective Project Management with Cora Systems' Head of Training Caitríona Gately.

Fast Projects

"Fast Projects" with Fergus O'Connell

This week, we welcome back author, trainer and consultant Fergus O'Connell to discuss his latest book "Fast Projects: Project Management when time is short".

“Cora Client Story” with Joe Ryan of the HSE

“Cora Client Story” with Joe Ryan of the HSE

This week’s episode of Project Management Paradise is a Cora Client Case Study with Joe Ryan from the Health Service Executive (Ireland).

“Projects are People”

“Projects are People”

In this week's episode of Project Management Paradise, I speak with the author and lecturer Dr Jim Lewis, of the Lewis Institute.

The Importance of A Well Defined Project Scope

''The Importance of a Well Defined Project Scope''

In this week’s episode of Project Management Paradise, I speak with Patrick Kennerson, a Programme Controls Specialists at Bulldog Consulting about the importance of a well-defined Project Scope.

The Difference Between Project Success and Project Management Success

The Difference Between Project Success and Project Management Success

Johnny discusses the difference between project success and project management success with Rich Maltzman from EarthPM.com.

Project Management Paradise 2016 Highlights – Part 2

Episode 29: Project Management Paradise 2016 Highlights - Part 2

This is Part 2 of a 2 part series and features a collection of just some of the key points from last year's Project Management Paradise interviews (Episodes 14 to 26).

Project Management Paradise 2016 Highlights – Part 1

Episode 28: Project Management Paradise 2016 Highlights - Part 1

This is Part 1 of a 2 part series and features a collection of just some of the key points from last year's Project Management Paradise interviews (Episodes 1 to 13).

The iMAPraxis Initiative – combining People and process for better Projects

The iMAPraxis Initiative - combining People and process for better Projects

In this week's episode of Project Management Paradise, Johnny speaks with Donnie MacNicol, the founder of Team Animation and Author of “Project Leadership”.

What to look for in project management software

What to look for in project management software

What to look for in project management software is the topic of this episode of Project Management Paradise and Johnny speaks to Derry Lynch.

“Project Management Predictions and more”

“Project Management Predictions and more”

In this week's episode of Project Management Paradise, Johnny speaks to Paul Duff, who heads up the Government & Public Service Advisory section within EY, working with government clients across different sectors all over Ireland.

Project Management Ethics

Project Management Ethics

In this week's episode Johnny speaks to lecturer, trainer and author Jeff Furman about project management ethics and more.

Defining your Internal Value Proposition

Defining your Internal Value Proposition

Defining your Internal Value Proposition is the subject of this week's episode of Project Management Paradise and Johnny speaks with Siobhan Maughan from Integrated Thinking.

Amazing Project Management with Susan Tuttle

Amazing Project Management

Johnny Beirne speaks to Susan Tuttle, a project and change management specialist at Terrapin Agrada.

Innovation Implementation

Innovation Implementation with Lou Kerestesy

This week Lou Kerestesy from Gov Innovators is interviewed about the topic of innovation implementation in organizations, be it Government, non-profit or private sector.

“How ProjectVision helps Derbyshire NHS Foundation Trust”

"How ProjectVision helps Derbyshire NHS Foundation Trust"

In this episode, Ifti Majid, the Acting Chief Executive at Derbyshire NHS Foundation Trust outlines how they manage projects and the advantages they gained since implementing ProjectVision.

The Benefits of Collaboration Tools for Project Managers

The Benefits of Collaboration Tools for Project Managers

In this week's episode Johnny speaks to Elizabeth Harrin from "Girls Guide to PM.com" about the Benefits of Collaboration Tools for Project Managers.

Managing the psychology of Project Management

Managing the Psychology of Project Management

In this week's episode of the Project Management Paradise Podcast, Amy Hatton, Editor at Project Manager Today, speaks with Johnny Beirne on "Managing the psychology of Project Management".

Developing a Company Culture That Works

Developing a Company Culture That Works

Gerald Leonard, Principles of Executions, speaks with Johnny Beirne about Developing a Company Culture that works.

Project Sponsor Roles and Responsibilities

Project Sponsor roles and responsibilities

In this week's Podcast, Ron Rosenhead, CEO of Project Agency, speaks with Johnny Beirne about Project Sponsor roles and responsibilities.

What to Do Before You Buy EPPM Software?

What to Do Before You Buy EPPM Software?

In this week's Podcast, host Johnny Beirne speaks with Raymond Poole, Managing Director of Program Management Information Services (PMIS) Ltd about EPPM software.

Risk Management Explained

"Risk Management Explained"

Mike Clayton speaking on the topic of risk management.

“Agile Methodology Insights”

"Agile Methodology Insights"

In today's episode we discuss Agile Methodology with Frank Balogh of AOL.

“Understanding and Leading Team Members”

"Understanding and Leading Team Members"

In this week's episode of Project Management Paradise Johnny speaks to Joe Launi from Project Management Experts about understanding and leading Team Members.

PMP Certification

PMP Certification

This week's Project Management Paradise topic for discussion "Why PMP Certification?" and our guest is Joel Goldfarb from the Project Management Training Company based in Las Vegas.

How Project Management Has Changed

How Project Management has Changed

This week our CEO Philip Martin speaks with Johnny on “How Project Management has changed over the past 15 years”.

Benefits of Project Management Software Tools

Benefits of Project Management Software Tools

In this week's episode Johnny speaks to Alison Foster about the benefits of project management software tools

“The Conscious Project Leader”

"The Conscious Project Leader"

Johnny speaks to Project Management Expert and Author, Colin D Ellis about being a Conscious Project Leader.

“The Single Version of the Truth”

“The single version of the Truth”

Johnny speaks with John McGrath about project planning, dynamic scheduling and the single version of the truth in project management.

“The Lazy Project Manager”

"The Lazy Project Manager"

This week on Project Management Paradise, Johnny speaks to Peter Taylor about his book and podcast entitled “The Lazy Project Manager”.

Effective Project Management

''Effective Project Management in easy steps''

Johnny Beirne speaks with John Carroll about “Effective Project Management in easy steps”.

How to Manage and Deal with Project Commitment Issues

How to Manage and Deal with Project Commitment Issues

Johnny Beirne talks to Martin Egan about how to manage and deal with Project Commitment Issues.

“Enabling People, Enabling Projects”

"Enabling People, Enabling Projects"

Today’s topic for discussion on Project Management Paradise is entitled “Enabling People, Enabling Projects” and our guest is Pauline Stewart Long.

“The Importance of Change Management”

"The Importance of Change Management"

Johnny Beirne speaks with Cheryl Hartmann about the importance of change management when it comes to project management.

Managing The Impossible Project

"How to manage the impossible project"

In the very first episode of Project Management Paradise, Johnny Beirne speaks with Fergus O’Connell about how to manage the impossible project.

Project Management Paradise Podcast Seeks Guests

Project Management Paradise Podcast seeks guests

The Project Management Paradise Podcast delivers real project management insights from experts around the world. Recently launched, our first episode is now No.1 in iTunes under ‘Project Management’.