S1.E17. Luis Guardado on Stoic Leadership in Modern Project Management

The PMO Community Podcast

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Luis Guardado, Vice-President of PMO LATAM and Global Governance at Concentrix™, to explore his unique approach to leadership. Recognized as the "Best PMO of the Americas" and one of CIO Time Magazine’s "Top 5 Revolutionary Business Leaders" of 2024, Luis shares his experiences on navigating corporate strategy and digital transformation across multinational organizations.

We dive deep into the following key topics:

1. Stoicism in Leadership – How does stoicism shape Luis' leadership style as a Chief Project Officer (CPO), especially in complex project management environments?
2. Decision-Making and Crisis Management – In today’s fast-paced project environments, how do stoic principles guide rational decision-making and crisis management strategies?
3. The Evolving Role of the Chief Project Officer – What does it mean to be a CPO in modern organizations, and how does this role influence corporate governance and global strategies?

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on leadership, stoicism, and the future of the PMO!