272: Don’t Listen to This Episode

Welcome to the PMO Strategies Podcast + Blog, where PMO leaders become IMPACT Drivers! PMI Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Hi, IMPACT Driver!   It’s officially here: The week of the FREE IMPACT Summit—and my book's birthday!!   Tuesday, Sept 10 marks the exciting launch of The IMPACT Engine! Copies are hitting bookstore shelves and arriving in mailboxes around the world this week. 📚   If you’ve been thinking about getting your copy, now is the perfect time to order!   The first week of sales is crucial for the book’s success, IMPACT Driver.   This week’s numbers tell retailers and the industry that The IMPACT Engine is a book that matters, and you as the reader are critical to the future of your organization. Your support helps get this book in front of more leaders who need these strategies to accelerate strategy delivery in PMOs and Transformation work and tells your boss, you need a seat at the leadership table.   🗓️ Here’s what’s happening at the summit this week: Book Launch Party Tuesday, Sept 10: Celebrate the release of The IMPACT Engine with us and enjoy special guests, a virtual swag bag for everyone that pops in to say hello, and prizes every hour! 24/7 Sessions: Access sessions that fit your schedule, no matter your time zone. Software Solutions: Some of our favorite tools are in this showcase - check out their demos and take our survey to find your perfect tool. Action-Taking Resources: Downloadable guides, templates, and tools to help you apply what you learn.   Plus, don’t miss our live IMPACT After Hours Thought-Leader Q&As Monday and Wednesday and my Reader-Only 3-hour workshop on Thursday.   If you've ordered your physical copy of The IMPACT Engine, make sure to upload it here so you get a private invite for the workshop.   It’s not too late to join in on the action! You can still register for free and dive into everything the summit has to offer.   Oh, and if you do want to hear more about the summit this week, I do break it down here on this episode. But, I'd rather you just pop over to my book launch party this week and say hi and get your virtual swag bag. 👋   Thank you for being part of this exciting journey. Let’s make an IMPACT together!   Enjoy!   P.S. 📚 The IMPACT Engine Virtual Book Launch Party – September 10th! Celebrate the launch of The IMPACT Engine with us at this all-day virtual event. Enjoy live readings, special guest appearances, and exclusive content. Plus, join in on live hot seat coaching sessions where we’ll tackle your specific challenges and find real-time solutions. And yes, this event is also free! When you register, you'll see the agenda where you can add the book launch party to your personal agenda so you can get in on the virtual swag bag with gifts and be entered for special prize drawings. Register for the Summit to Join the Book Launch Party for Free!   💼 Exclusive IMPACT Engine Workshop – September 12th - Thursday This hands-on workshop is designed for those who pre-ordered the hard copy of The IMPACT Engine. We’ll dive deep into the book’s strategies, helping you create a roadmap to transform your PMO into a true value center. Secure your spot to gain a head start on applying these powerful strategies in your organization. 📖 Preorder the book here and I'll send you an invite to join this private workshop.   👉 Upload your receipt here and you'll get an email with the invite. Thanks for taking the time to check out the podcast! I welcome your feedback and insights!  I’d love to know what you think and if you love it, please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast player. Please leave a comment below to share your thoughts. See you online! Warmly, Laura Barnard     GET NOTIFIED ABOUT NEW EPISODES TELL US WHAT YOU WANT TO LEARN PDU REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS