5 Things PMs Wish BAs Knew

Sinikka Waugh and Lynn Reed discuss 5 Things PMs Wish BAs Knew.   In this episode of The Even Better Podcast, host Sinikka Waugh and guest Lynn Swanson explore five things project managers wish business analysts understood better. From clarifying expectations and communication styles to navigating priorities, accountability, and shared ownership, the episode highlights ways PMs and BAs can work together more effectively. Lynn shares practical insights into building trust, reducing friction, and creating stronger partnerships that lead to better project outcomes. Whether you're a PM, BA, or work closely with both roles, this episode offers valuable perspective to help you collaborate more intentionally and get even better results.    Lynn Reed is a Project Manager with experience in a variety of industries including higher education, government administration, insurance, financial services, meeting management, training, and information technology. Whew! She's been a board member of PMI-CIC for the last 4 years and has just been elected as the President-Elect for 2020. She is always looking for more educational opportunities and ways to meet new people.