Lunch n Learn (Virtual) - Help! There’s Politics in My Project!
PMI Austin Lunch & Learn – 16 October 2025 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. CT | Virtual
Earn 1 Business Acumen PDU
Even the most well-planned projects can stall when politics enter the picture. Join PMI Austin for our October Lunch & Learn on Thursday, 16 October, and explore how to recognize, navigate, and neutralize political dynamics that can undermine your project’s success.
Peggy L. Pleasant, a seasoned trainer, consultant, and speaker, will walk us through a practical framework for identifying power struggles, shifting priorities, and other hidden forces at play in organizational settings. You’ll leave with actionable tools to boost your influence and safeguard your project outcomes.
Key Takeaways:
- Identify common political dynamics that impact project implementation
- Apply stakeholder analysis and communication tools to mitigate risks
- Use a “Political Navigation Toolkit” to strengthen team alignment and buy-in
About the Speaker:
Peggy L. Pleasant brings over 20 years of experience in project management, organizational strategy, and continuous improvement. She is PMP-certified, a Six Sigma Green Belt, and a Malcolm Baldrige Examiner. Known for her engaging delivery and results-driven mindset, Peggy helps teams turn complexity into clarity—with a dose of humor and wisdom.
Cost: $8 Members | $13 Non-members
Register now to master the politics behind the projects.
The meeting link and instructions will be emailed to you upon registration within your receipt.
For enquiries, please email our Lunch & Learn Committee Chair at at LunchNLearn@pmiaustin.org.
