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Communications Pitfalls and Solutions from the Big Dig
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Join us for a riveting conversation with seasoned PM and author, Donna Gregorio, as she unpacks one of America's most notorious megaprojects—Boston's infamous Big Dig. What began as a visionary transportation solution ballooned into a case study of project management gone wrong, with costs exploding from $2.8 billion to a staggering $22 billion.
In this episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, Donna reveals:
- The critical communication breakdowns that derailed the Big Dig's timeline and budget
- How implementing clear Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) could have kept this massive project on track
- Practical problem-framing techniques that bridge the gap between technical experts and project stakeholders
- Essential communication strategies that today's project managers can apply to their complex initiatives
Whether you're managing a high-profile infrastructure project or a small team initiative, Donna's insights will transform how you approach stakeholder communication and problem-solving. Don't miss this masterclass in turning project communication pitfalls into pathways for success!
Continue the conversation with Donna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-gregorio/
84 episodes
Communications Pitfalls and Solutions from the Big Dig
The Everyday PM: Project Management Principles for Your Everyday Life
Manage episode 490294442 series 3418249
Join us for a riveting conversation with seasoned PM and author, Donna Gregorio, as she unpacks one of America's most notorious megaprojects—Boston's infamous Big Dig. What began as a visionary transportation solution ballooned into a case study of project management gone wrong, with costs exploding from $2.8 billion to a staggering $22 billion.
In this episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, Donna reveals:
- The critical communication breakdowns that derailed the Big Dig's timeline and budget
- How implementing clear Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) could have kept this massive project on track
- Practical problem-framing techniques that bridge the gap between technical experts and project stakeholders
- Essential communication strategies that today's project managers can apply to their complex initiatives
Whether you're managing a high-profile infrastructure project or a small team initiative, Donna's insights will transform how you approach stakeholder communication and problem-solving. Don't miss this masterclass in turning project communication pitfalls into pathways for success!
Continue the conversation with Donna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-gregorio/
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