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Senior Project Manager (Retired) at Third Act Resources

Czech Republic

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Retired Senior Project Manager. I believe everyone deserves a healthy, wealthy, happy and fulfilled retirement. I teach people to retire with no fear of how they will transit into their Third Act of life - Finance, health, relationships, life purpose..

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    Mahidhar Panyam 5 months ago

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    Programme Management Consultant at Dell at Dell Technologies,11 Nov 2025 at 12:50 pm

    Mahidhar Panyam is a seasoned Program Manager with over two decades of experience driving global business transformation, system integration, and process optimization. Currently a Consultant in Business Transformation at Dell Technologies, he leads strategic initiatives that streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and enable scalable growth.Mahidhar holds an MBA in Supply Chain from Texas A&M University, USA and an Masters in Power Electronics from the University of Calicut, India. He is a Fellow member of the Association for Project Management.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Nov 2025 at 01:40 pm

    Hi Mahidhar It’s a pleasure to have you here. Your extensive experience leading transformation and integration initiatives at a global level will bring great perspective to the community. Looking forward to learning from your insights and experience.

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    Programme Management Consultant at Dell at Dell Technologies,11 Nov 2025 at 02:50 pm

    Thanks Aulia.

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    Jijitha George 5 months ago

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    PMO Lead - Finance & Project Operations at Blackwell Energy,11 Nov 2025 at 11:10 am

    Accomplished operations and project management professional with over a decade of international experience leading cross-functional initiatives, driving financial governance, and delivering strategic transformation. I specialise in bridging strategic vision with operational execution , developing scalable frameworks that enhance performance, control costs, and optimise resource utilisation. My leadership approach combines analytical precision with collaboration, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives and measurable business outcomes. Across Ireland and the Middle East, I have led procurement and finance transformation projects, reduced aged debtors by 85%, and introduced governance structures that improved organisational efficiency and transparency. Passionate about operational excellence and strategic clarity, I thrive in environments that value innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Nov 2025 at 01:38 pm

    Hi Jijitha, it’s wonderful to have you here. The way you bridge strategic vision with execution really aligns with the kind of thoughtful, practical leadership we love seeing in this community. Looking forward to learning from your experiences in our discussions.

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  • Not all project decisions should be made at once—some need to be gated. The Gate Decision model, introduced by Dr. Robert G. Cooper, provides a structured way to evaluate a project’s viability at critical stages. By breaking the project into defined phases and requiring formal approval to proceed, this approach ensures that risks are effectively managed, resources are allocated wisely, and strategic alignment is maintained.

    For project professionals, mastering the phase-gate process means driving higher success rates, reducing costly overruns, and keeping stakeholders aligned throughout the project lifecycle.

    Learn how to make smarter decisions at every project stage: https://instituteprojectmanagement.com/blog/successful-project-manager-v-making-the-most-out-of-phase-gate-process/?utm_source=membership&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=gate+decision_11nov2025

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    Aoife McLoughlin 5 months ago

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    Senior Communications Officer at Technological University of the Shannon,11 Nov 2025 at 09:25 am

    I am a senior communications professional with 15 years of experience across strategic communications, PR, print and broadcast journalism, and digital media management. I am interested in learning more about Project Management so I can utilise this new skillset to embark on a number of exciting projects.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Nov 2025 at 01:34 pm

    Hi Aoife, welcome to the community! Your experience in strategic communications and digital media will bring a unique lens to project management – it’s a great skill set for leading creative and cross-functional projects.

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    Paul Taylor 5 months ago

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    Management Consultant at TryDown,11 Nov 2025 at 08:46 am

    I am a senior advisor, Chair and Non-Executive Director with over 35 years of cross-sector experience in financial services, technology, education, and the third sector. I have led enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, technology migrations, and operating model overhauls across blue-chip firms, scale-ups, and social enterprises. I also serve as a board member and strategic advisor to fintech, education and wellbeing-focused organisations, contributing to governance, commercial direction, and digital innovation. A published author, speaker and Open University Associate Lecturer in Technology Management

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,11 Nov 2025 at 01:33 pm

    Hi Paul, delighted to have you here. You’ve been such a generous contributor to IPM through your articles and speaking sessions, and it’s great that members can now connect with you in this space as well. Your cross-sector perspective will be invaluable in our forum discussions.

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    Management Consultant at TryDown,11 Nov 2025 at 02:12 pm

    Thans Aulia

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    Alexis Roberts 5 months ago

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    Project Manager at Buyapowa,10 Nov 2025 at 11:06 am

    I am an onboarding PM working for Saas business. I am an onboarding PM working for Saas business.. I am an onboarding PM working for Saas business. I am an onboarding PM working for Saas business.. I am an onboarding PM working for Saas business.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,10 Nov 2025 at 01:10 pm

    Hi Alexis, welcome! Onboarding projects in SaaS sound both fast-paced and rewarding – I’m sure your experience will bring valuable perspective to our community discussions.

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    Praise Ogundipe 5 months ago

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    Project Engineer at PM Group,10 Nov 2025 at 10:36 am

    I am a new Project Engineer who has graduated recently with a Bachelors (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering. I am curious to learn about the wide array of project management skills to further my career progressions and accelerate my growth in the field.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,10 Nov 2025 at 01:09 pm

    Hi Praise, lovely to meet you, and congratulations on your new role! It’s such an exciting time to start building your project management foundations – and this community is a great space to connect, ask questions, and keep learning along the way.

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    Irene Milton 5 months ago

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    Program Manager at Eventbrite,10 Nov 2025 at 10:34 am

    Hello all- I’m Irene Milton, a Program Manager in Operational Excellence on the Customer side of Eventbrite. I’m passionate about all things organization and process improvement. With my energy and drive to streamline how we work, I’ve built a reputation as someone who brings focus, clarity, and momentum to any team I join. 🙌

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,10 Nov 2025 at 01:05 pm

    Hi Irene, welcome to the community! I love your energy for streamlining work and driving clarity – it’s such an important skill set in programme management. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts in the community.

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  • In project and team environments, the way you frame goals can shape focus, collaboration, and even culture. That’s why methods like SMART, FAST, and CLEAR go beyond personal development to being tools for strategic leadership.

    • SMART goals provide structure to a vision and are ideal for individuals or teams that need clarity and measurable benchmarks.
    • FAST goals are ideal for fast-paced, evolving environments where agility, alignment, and swift decision-making are essential.
    • CLEAR goals emphasise shared understanding, thus, perfect for collaborative teams where cohesion and buy-in matter just as much as outcomes.

    Each method reflects a distinct approach to thinking about progress: structured, accelerated, or simplified. The key is knowing which one fits your team’s needs, stage, and pace.

    Gain insights on how to support your team better during execution:…

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    Nathan Sproat 5 months ago

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    R&D Engineer at Nano,10 Nov 2025 at 07:48 am

    Hi, I’m Nathan, a test and R&D Engineer that has worked across sectors such as Oil&Gas, industrial tooling and compressed air. I am naturally moving into the PM space and have started the Diploma course.

    Aulia Qudsi

    Community Development Manager at IPM,10 Nov 2025 at 10:47 am

    Hi Nathan, it’s great to have you here! Your hands-on experience in R&D and testing will bring a really practical view to your project work – wishing you all the best with the Diploma course!

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