Project Guru Academy

Because people will make or break your success on a project, it’s worth investing the time to get the people part right. And just like any game, you need to know the roles and rules to win. In this lively discussion, we’ll explore the following topics in Dawn’s upcoming book, "Meet the Players in Projectland?: Decide the Right Project Roles & Get People On Board": ?Do most projects really fail? Why? ?How does understanding the players in Projectland? help us succeed? ?What is Projectland? and why is it different from business-as-usual? ?What are the roles you’re likely to encounter in Projectland? ?Do you know who your stakeholders are and what to do about them? ?Can you really get the right people in the right roles and focused on the win? Through clever animal avatars and colorful stories, you’ll gain practical insights about the players you'll face. Plus, by magnifying your people power, you will exponentially improve your ability to navigate the tricky terrain of Projectland? with confidence. Plus, engage with the speakers and get YOUR questions answered live. PMP? Get FREE PDUs! PLAN TO JOIN US!

?? Last Call to join the Practical Project Management (PPM) Certificate Course Fall Cohort! ?? There's still time to sign up and secure your spot! ?? Class starts next week, so don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your project management skills. Did you sign up yet? ?? If not, now's your chance! ?? ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWMhsVwz #PPMClass #ProjectManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #SignUpNow #LevelUpYourSkills

?? Congratulations to Ilinca Nicolescu - WINNER of the #Projectland Explorer Award! ?? Your positive energy lights up the journey through Projectland! Thank you for being a #booklover and for the fun conversations that you host with authors on your show, Books & Beyond by The PMO Leader Global Community! We especially loved #milestone Episode 25! ?? Want to explore Projectland and join the fun? ??? Grab your copy of Meet the Players in Projectland today and discover what it takes to thrive in the world of projects. Then, share a creative post and be entered to win an award like Ilinca! Get your copy here: https://lnkd.in/dzUER2PC #Projectland #AwardWinner #MeetThePlayersInProjectland #ProjectManagement #KeepExploring #ReadMoreBooks #Gratitude

? Celebrating 20 Years of PMP'ing! ? Twenty years ago today, Dawn Mahan earned her PMP certification—October 11, 2004. That means that she's been running around #Projectland for over two decades. ?? ?? How about you? Let's hear it from all of the #PMPs out there! ?? ?? When did you get your PMP? Who has a PMP older than hers? ?? Here's a short poem to celebrate (thanks ChatGPT!): "Projects may come, and projects may go, But the skills we learn always help us grow. Two decades strong with PMP in hand, Leading projects, across every land." Cheers to every project manager out there! ?? #Milestone #ProjectManagement #Anniversary #ProjectManagementCommunity #MeetThePlayersInProjectland #ProjectManagementInstitute

??? New #RealLifePMP Podcast Episode Alert! You've seen #ProjectGuru Crystal Richards on our Project Guru Academy #LinkedInLive events, and this time she turned the tables and had Dawn on her #podcast! Here's what her team shared in the show notes. In this episode, we welcome Dawn Mahan, an experienced project manager dedicated to helping project people succeed. Dawn shares her journey working with project management newbies and "heart-centered" leaders, leading up to the creation of her seminal book, Meet the Players of Projectland. This is the first part of a three-part series where Dawn discusses her career, the motivation behind her book, and why it's an essential read for those new to project management or struggling with stakeholder engagement. Key Takeaways: ?? Dawn's Career Journey: ? Dawn's experiences and milestones in project management. ? How working with newbies and heart-centered leaders shaped her approach. ??Inspiration Behind the Book: ? The story and motivation for writing #MeetthePlayersinProjectland. ? Insights into the challenges faced by new project managers and mentors. ??Target Audience for the Book: ? Why the book is invaluable for aspiring project managers. ? How it helps those struggling with stakeholder engagement. ?? Start here! Check it out and share your thoughts... https://lnkd.in/g9MSsrWS #ProjectManagement #Avatars #StakeholderCommunication #ProjectSponsor #TigerLeadership #CrystalRichards #DawnMahan #Projectland #leadership #PMP #CareerAdvice

?? Our Fall Cohort is Filling Up Fast! ?? Secure your spot in our upcoming Practical Project Management (PPM) #Certificate Course that starts on October 23rd at 9AM Eastern! ?? This 8-week live, virtual experience is perfect for busy professionals who need results, as classes are only 2 hours per week! Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills by diving deep into practical techniques that work in the REAL world. This course will equip you with a proven, practical project management process, thinking tools and key people insights to help you excel in your projects. Join us for an engaging experience, including #gamification powered by our friends at FactSumo! ?? Did we mention that Dawn loves teaching this class?! ?? Sign up now and take the next step in your project management journey! https://lnkd.in/eWMhsVwz #ProjectManagement #PPM #LastCall #ProfessionalDevelopment #learningisfun #PMP #PDUs #career #projectmanager #gamification

?? Project Reflection Time! ?? We all have that one project—the one that taught us a lesson so powerful it sticks with us to this day. Whether it was a success, a challenge, or even a complete disaster, the experience changed how you approach your work forever. ?? What’s a project from your past that taught you a lesson you still carry today? ?? We'd love to hear your story! Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s inspire each other with the insights we’ve gained along the way. ???? #ProjectManagement #ProjectLessons #LearnFromExperience #LeadershipJourney #GrowthMindset #PMCommunity #ShareYourStory

Hey, it's Dawn! Did you know that Footnotes Can Be Fun?! ??? Special thanks to #DesignThinking Project Guru J.K. Chua for his brilliant suggestion and support in exploring the intersection of Projectland and Sun Tzu's The Art of War. If you enjoy diving into extra details, you’ll love this thorough look! Thank you Guy Kawasaki for the inspiration! I totally borrowed the "hat tip" phrase from him! (Yes, I’m one of those people who devours the footnotes—his are a blast!). You’ll find them just as fun in Meet the Players in Projectland! ?? ?? Grab your copy and enjoy the footnotes: https://lnkd.in/dzUER2PC #MeetThePlayersInProjectland #FunFootnotes #ProjectManagement #SunTzu #TheArtOfWar

Is this you? Is it because you don't feel like you're growing? There are always opportunities to learn in #Projectland! Volunteer for a #project, and watch your week get exponentially more interesting! #projectmanagerproblems #Joke #ProjectManagement

?? Before writing Meet the Players in Projectland, Dawn had an unforgettable experience with Design Thinking #projectguru JK Chua — one that took her from the States to #Singapore! ?????? JK opened her eyes to the inspirational project success at Singapore airport, and later he contributed to making her book stronger. We love our global community of project gurus! Check out this #ThrowbackThursday Video filmed in Singapore and let us know what you think! Fun times with Design Thinking Guru, JK Chua, in #Singapore (2019) inside one of the most amazing spaces on earth! (Watch the video on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ejUA75kt) #TBT #ProjectManagement #GlobalProjects #Projectland #MeetThePlayersInProjectland #LeadershipJourney #PMCommunity #ThrowbackThursday #Leadership #DesignThinking