by DharamCW | Feb 12, 2025 | Leadership in Project Management, Podcast, Project-Program-Portfolio Management Knowledge
Program Managers Decision Making Skills | Justin Buckwalter | Program Management Insights Episode 23
🎥 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkmY_BJYEik
📚 Discussion Topics:
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Reflecting on Peter Drucker’s quote: “Whenever you see a successful business, someone once made a courageous decision.” How do you make courageous decisions in program management to navigate uncertainty and ensure project success?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â How do you address behavioural biases and analysis paralysis to ensure efficient and timely decision-making in your program management practice?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Considering the World Economic Forum’s ‘Future of Jobs Report 2023’, which identifies critical thinking and decision-making as top skills for future professionals, how do you and your team strengthen these skills, and what decision-making frameworks or practices do you find most valuable in program management?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â How do you integrate feedback mechanisms across your program management practice to improve decision-making, and what broader lessons can you share from this process?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Michael Porter often emphasized that “the essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.” How do you prioritize program objectives and decide what to exclude to ensure strategic alignment while balancing stakeholder expectations and resource constraints?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â What initiatives are companies taking to balance the integration of AI and machine learning with traditional decision-making processes in program management?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â How does ethical leadership influence success in contemporary projects, and what traits are organizations prioritizing in their leadership development programs?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Regarding upskilling, what specific programs or training do you see as most beneficial for program managers to enhance their decision-making capabilities in the face of rapid technological change?
–Â Â Â Â Â Â Â How are current trends and challenges in program management influencing the strategic priorities of organizations, and what steps are being taken to equip managers with the skills needed for future challenges?
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1. Culture, People, Programs, Risks: Leadership Redefined featuring Lucie Ellis – https://bit.ly/3VXv4mW
2. Turning Business Goals into Reality featuring Marcelo Pessotto – https://bit.ly/4hhH4Yu
3. Resilient Leadership in Cyber-Driven Programs: Strategies from a Transformation Expert featuring Dr. Maria Sette – https://bit.ly/4j9fmPA
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by DharamCW | Feb 10, 2025 | Professional Development Webinars
Culture, People, Programs, Risks: Leadership Redefined | Lucie Ellis | vCare PgMP Success Story
Join me for an extraordinary webinar with Lucie Ellis, SHRM-SCP, PgMP, RMP, Prosci, PMP, A-CSM, MS, an internationally acclaimed Senior Executive Leader and Portfolio Director from New York, USA, who will be the keynote speaker. This webinar is designed to inspire and empower senior professionals in project, program, and portfolio management.
Key topics include:
• Leadership Strategies for Integrating People, Programs, and Risks for Long-Term Success
• Future Trends and Emerging Technologies in Portfolio and Program Management Leadership
• Human-Centered Leadership in Risk Management and Organizational Culture Development
• Leveraging Empathy and Communication to Build High-Performing Teams
• Cultural Considerations in Global Risk Management and Program Execution
• Aligning Portfolio and Program Objectives with Organizational Strategic Goals Using KPIs and Benchmarks
Attendees will benefit from Lucie’s expertise while earning 1 PDU and a special discount on vCare’s upcoming PMP®, PgMP®, and PfMP® programs. Don’t miss this chance to redefine leadership and elevate your career!
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Session Date: Thursday, 20th  February 2025
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by DharamCW | Jan 22, 2025 | Program Management
Top 10 Core Competencies of Program Managers | Skills for Success | Dharam Singh & vCare Project Management
There are many similarities between a good program manager and a good project manager. However, a program manager must have broader organizational knowledge than a project manager. In addition, programs frequently necessitate strategic visioning and planning skills to align overall program goals and benefits with the organization’s long-term goals.
Here are the top ten core competencies of Program Managers:
1. Leadership and Teamwork
2. Planning and Organizing
3. Communication
4. Ethics and Ethical Values:
5. Internal and External Stakeholder Engagement
6. Political Understanding
7. Knowledge management
8. Financial Management
9. Risk management
10. Project and Process Management

What makes a great program manager? Explore the top 10 core competencies essential for program success with insights from Dharam Singh & vCare Project Management!
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2. PMO Digital Transformation Leadership: Insights and Success featuring Sherwyn Cambridge – https://bit.ly/4iMvyWE
3. Culture, People, Programs, Risks: Leadership Redefined featuring Lucie Ellis – https://bit.ly/3VXv4mW
4. Resilient Leadership in Cyber-Driven Programs: Strategies from a Transformation Expert featuring Dr. Maria Sette – https://bit.ly/4j9fmPA
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by DharamCW | Jan 9, 2025 | Risk Management
What People Think About Risk in Reality | Thomas Walenta | Dharam | Episode 71 | Project Management
The following topics have been discussed in brief:
– What People Think About Risk in Reality?
– Considering the rapid advancements in AI and machine learning, can you predict how these technologies might reshape risk management practices over the next five years? What specific changes do you foresee in project and program management as a result?
– Can you share a case where an unconventional risk management approach significantly altered a project’s outcome?
– How do quantitative metrics influence the decision-making process in risk management, and what key performance indicators do you find most valuable?
– In your experience, how have successful organizations transformed their perception of risk from a threat to an opportunity? Can you discuss specific decision-making changes this shift has brought about in risk management practices?
– Could you elaborate on the challenges and real-world consequences of adopting a reactive approach to risk management in project settings? How have you seen this approach impact project timelines and outcomes directly?
– How can organizations foster a proactive risk management culture to empower project professionals to effectively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ultimately improving project outcomes and minimizing disruptions?
🎥 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKz3Twfjj5
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by Dharam CW2 | Dec 11, 2024 | Professional Development Webinars
Global Strategic Portfolio Leadership | Michael Fritzsche | vCare PgMP & PfMP Success Story
Join me for an exclusive webinar featuring Michael Fritzsche, a distinguished Project Management Professional from Rheinböllen, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. Michael, currently the Director of Project Management at HAHN Automation Group, brings over two decades of exceptional leadership and innovation in the automation industry. His career exemplifies excellence in managing global portfolios, driving digital transformation, and fostering organizational resilience.
In this webinar Michael will share his vast expertise and thought leadership on these critical topics:
+ Implementing Effective Governance Models for Global Portfolio Success
+ Managing Risks in Global Portfolios
+ The Role of Technology in Shaping Portfolio Management
+ Best Practices for Handling Portfolio-Level Escalations Globally
+ Adapting Portfolio Strategies for Resilient Growth
+ Future Trends in Portfolio Management
Attendees will gain exclusive career and industry insights, and receive a special discount code for vCare Project Management’s upcoming certification programs.
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Session Date: Thursday, 19th December 2024
Session Time: 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM (PST) / 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (MST) / 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CST) / 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM (EST) / 02:00 PM – 03:00 PM (BRT) / 05:00 PM – 06:00 PM (GMT) / 06:00 PM – 07:00 PM (CET) / 08:00 PM – 09:00 PM (AST) / 09:00 PM – 10:00 PM (GST) / 10:30 PM – 11:30 PM (IST)
🚀 Elevate Your Project Management Career:
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