Empower Yourself and Others: The Art of Effective Advocacy in Project Management – Reisner
Abstract:
In my upcoming presentation titled “Empower Yourself and Others: The Art of Effective Advocacy in Project Management,” I will delve into the importance of advocacy within project management teams, especially for project managers. By defining advocacy and showcasing its significance, I aim to equip participants with actionable strategies they can implement immediately as self-advocates, peer advocates, and team advocates in their project management roles.
The presentation will be structured around three key themes: self-awareness, exposure opportunities, and results orientation. Through these lenses, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to advocate effectively for themselves and others. A special emphasis will be placed on leadership advocacy, with discussion on conversation roadmaps for both self-advocacy and advocating as a leader. Incorporating principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I), I will stress the importance of considering inclusion and equity when advocating for others. By weaving these concepts into the advocacy framework, participants will learn how to approach advocacy discussions with sensitivity and awareness. To encourage actionable takeaways, the presentation will conclude with a call to action prompting participants to identify specific changes they will make following the presentation.
Additionally, participants will be encouraged to share their commitments with someone else to establish an accountability partnership for ongoing support and follow-through. By the end of the presentation, attendees will have a toolbox of practical ideas for enhancing self-awareness, seizing exposure opportunities, and driving results in their advocacy efforts. Whether advocating for themselves or others, participants will leave with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate advocacy conversations effectively and make a positive impact within their project management teams.
PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills
PDUs: 0.75
