What separates professionals who manage work from leaders who shape business outcomes?
In this episode of P3M with Kailash Upadhyay, PgMP® Certified Professional Rajiv Tripathi shares valuable insights on strategic leadership, stakeholder influence, governance, business acumen, and the mindset transformation required to thrive in today’s complex business environment.
Whether you are a Program Manager, Project Manager, PMO Leader, Transformation Leader, or an aspiring PgMP candidate, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons that go far beyond certification preparation.
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Strategic Leadership in Oil and Gas
02:18 Evolving Leadership Expectations
04:54 The Importance of Strategic Thinking
07:35 Outcome-Focused Leadership vs. Activity-Focused Leadership
10:17 The Role of AI in Leadership
12:18 Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
13:02 The Importance of Proactive Stakeholder Management
15:57 Understanding Stakeholder Dynamics
18:22 The Salience Model in Stakeholder Management
35:25 The Dynamics of Stakeholder Influence
36:15 Identifying Hidden Gaps in Leadership
38:31 The Importance of Implementation Over Certification
42:11 Understanding Influence and Power Skills
43:55 The Business Acumen Gap in Leadership
46:02 Building Relationship Capital
47:46 The Role of Certification in Career Growth
49:53 The Impact of PgMP on Professional Mindset
52:49 Navigating the PgMP Certification Journey
01:01:19 Advice for Aspiring PgMP Candidates
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