I've always wondered how professionals get into program management, as it's not like most roles where you start at a certain level and work your way up. Program professionals come from many walks of life. On this episode, we talk to Dan Bao, a seasoned Program Management professional who has been instrumental in leading several large-scale programs for well-known organisations across Australia.

We discuss some of the key skills needed to be successful, the challenges and highlights of the role, leadership characteristics required to lead cross-functional teams, and how to manage stakeholders and expectations effectively.

Join us as we sit down with seasoned program and project leader Anthony Barnes to discuss the crucial topic of service and operational readiness. Often, projects fail at the execution or implementation phase due to inadequate assessment or preparation for the change at the start. Listen in to this insightful episode where we explore strategies and pitfalls, and learn how to navigate them effectively.

We cover key aspects including:

- The role that service management and business readiness play in project delivery

- Common challenges encountered in organisational readiness

- Strategies and techniques to align the business with changes introduced by technical projects

- Handling resistance to change within the organisation

Thrilled to bring you "The PM perspective" podcast. A podcast where we talk to project management experts on a variety of topics relating to this fast-paced, demanding yet thrilling profession.

Our very guest on the show is Jo Eltringham, an experienced and respected Program Manager who has managed large-scale transformation programs for some well-known organisations both locally and globally.

Jo Eltringham is a seasoned Program Manager who, like many in her field, fell into project management. She began her career in accounting and, driven by her passion for technology and automation, took on some large-scale accounting projects. In Jo's more recent career, she has been involved in rescuing derailed programmes and managing complex project deliverables. In this episode, we discuss her approach when projects go off track and how she brings them back in line. We explore how she navigates the challenges of people, timeframes, and financial constraints that often accompany taking over such projects.

Tune in here for an insightful conversation where Jo shares how she successfully delivers sinking projects.