Linda Szmyt

Linda Szmyt

PMO and Portfolio Management Leader

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Greetings! I'm Linda, a seasoned professional hailing from Canada and currently based in Europe for the past five enriching years. My journey in project management has been one of building and nurturing global Project Management Offices (PMOs) from inception, pioneering portfolio management frameworks, and spearheading impactful business and digital transformation endeavors across a spectrum of industries including telecommunications, healthcare, energy, technology, and finance. Thriving in multicultural settings globally, I've cultivated a knack for orchestrating large-scale initiatives with finesse.

To continually enrich my expertise and stay abreast of evolving trends, I've diligently pursued certifications spanning project, program, and portfolio management, alongside product management, change management, and process improvement domains. Sharing insights and best practices is ingrained in my ethos, evident through my engagements as a speaker at esteemed conferences, contributions to industry publications, and authorship of a comprehensive book on Project Portfolio Management (PPM). Additionally, I've found fulfillment in nurturing the next generation of professionals through teaching engagements and volunteer activities.

My journey as a mentor has been both humbling and rewarding, having been a recipient of invaluable mentorship myself since my 30s. With this wealth of experience, I extend to you not just my time and expertise but also a compassionate ear, offering holistic guidance tailored to your aspirations and challenges. I look forward to embarking on this collaborative journey, enriched with shared insights and mutual growth.

My Mentoring Topics

Career Transition to PMO or Product Management Leadership or Other
Implementing Portfolio Management Frameworks
Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in [Project] Teams for Enhanced Problem Solving and Decision Making
Mitigating Bias in Decision-Making Processes for Fair [Project] Outcomes
Managing Change Resistance during Methodology / Tool / Process Adoption
Facilitating Cross-Functional Collaboration for Organizational Success
Leadership Development for Advancing in Project / Program / Portfolio Management
Resume Critique for Senior Management Roles
Adopting an Outcome-Driven Approach
Effectively Managing Stress to Sustain High Performance
Navigating Challenging Dynamics with Superiors for Positive Outcomes
Cultivating Inclusive Leadership Practices to Harness the Full Potential of Diverse Teams
Navigating a Complex, Hierarchical, Global Organization