Online-WorkshopiCAL Export

Leadership for Targeted Advancement

Host: Liz Hector, Women in Projects Leader

Date: Wednesday, 5 June 2025

Time:

• 11:30 – 12:00 BST | Virtual Networking
• 12:00 – 13:00 BST | Webinar Presentation

Register to receive the Teams link to join the event on 5 June.

Speaker: Liz Hector
Leadership Development Expert | Speaker | Mentor
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizhector/

Liz Hector brings decades of expertise in strategic leadership development, mentoring women in complex project environments, and fostering inclusive growth cultures. Her insights are grounded in real-world transformation and targeted advancement.

Agenda

• 11:30 – 12:00  Welcome & Virtual Networking
  An informal opportunity to connect, share, and build community.
• 12:00 – 13:00  Leadership for Targeted Advancement – Presentation and group discussion

Key topics include:

• Defining targeted advancement and what it means in your personal journey
• Overcoming visibility gaps and bias barriers
• Actionable strategies to accelerate leadership growth
• Creating space and influence in evolving business landscapes
• Discussion and Q&A to follow.

Please address any questions to martin.bertram@pmi-gc.de

Welcome to the PMI Book Club – June Edition!
Join us for an empowering session focused on understanding, building, and applying confidence in leadership and professional life. This month, we’re diving into two powerful reads that complement each other in profound ways:

Book 1: The Confidence Gap by Russ Harris
Summary:
Grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this book offers a science-backed guide to overcoming fear and self-doubt. Harris explains how action, not perfection, builds confidence. By managing unhelpful thoughts and committing to values-based action, readers learn to move forward despite uncertainty or anxiety.

Key Takeaways:
• The myth of needing to “feel confident” before acting
• Practical tools to defuse negative self-talk
• The power of values-led behavior

Access the book:
• Amazon – Print/Kindle
https://www.amazon.com/Confidence-Gap-Russ-Harris/dp/1590309235
• Audible – Audiobook
• YouTube Summaries
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+confidence+gap+by+russ+harris

Book 2: The Confidence Code by Katty Kay & Claire Shipman
Summary:
This book explores the gender dynamics of confidence, especially how women experience and express it professionally. Combining neuroscience, psychology, and interviews with powerful women leaders, Kay and Shipman provide insight into why confidence matters more than competence—and how to build it intentionally.

Key Takeaways:
• Confidence is more important than we think for career advancement
• Genetics, upbringing, and culture all play a role
• Confidence can be cultivated with action, risk-taking, and mindset shifts

Access the book:
• Amazon – Print/Kindle
https://www.amazon.com/Confidence-Code-Science-Self-Assurance-What-Should/dp/006223062X
• Audible – Audiobook
• YouTube – Talks & Summaries
• https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=the+confidence+code+katty+kay

Meet Your Host – Richa Agrawal
Richa is a seasoned project leader and passionate advocate for personal development, diversity, and inclusive leadership. She brings a wealth of experience and insight to help guide our discussion on confidence, courage, and professional growth.

Please address any questions to martin.bertram@pmi-gc.de

✨ Welcome to This Month’s PMI Book Club Session!
We’re excited to welcome you to our July Book Club session, where we’ll explore “Engagement Blueprint: Building a Culture of Commitment” by Konstantinos Apostolopoulos.
Whether you’ve finished the book or are just getting started, come ready to exchange ideas and insights in a dynamic, judgment-free space with fellow project professionals!  This event is Open to all and Free to all.

About the Book
Engagement Blueprint is a practical, research-based guide to fostering employee engagement and building high-performance cultures. Apostolopoulos outlines a clear framework for understanding what drives commitment, motivation, and purpose in the workplace. The book combines psychology, leadership strategy, and organizational design to help leaders create environments where people thrive.

Coach Kon will also join our meeting to discuss his book and answer your questions.

Key takeaways include:
• The 5 Elements of Engagement
• The role of leadership alignment in culture building
• Strategies for measuring and sustaining engagement
• How engagement drives innovation and resilience
This is a must-read for professionals interested in culture transformation, employee motivation, and leading change.

Access the Book
Choose the format that works for you:
• Print / eBook:Get the free downloadable version of this book from the Author provided by going to our Book Club LinkedIn Page
Amazon Link – Engagement Blueprint
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08J4FBY8T
Audible – Engagement Blueprint
• Video Insights:
YouTube – Author Talks / Summaries
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=engagement+blueprint+konstantinos+apostolopoulos

Please address any questions to martin.bertram@pmi-gc.de

Overview:
Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking session focused on closing the gender gap in project leadership and delivery. This “Women in Projects Network” event brings together professionals committed to advancing equity and excellence in project work.

Agenda:

11:30 – 12:00 CET | Networking & Open Discussion
Connect informally with fellow project professionals. Share insights, challenges, and aspirations in a supportive setting.

12:00 – 13:00 CET | Presentation & Guest Speaker Discussion
A dynamic presentation exploring key issues and actionable strategies to reduce the gender gap in projects—followed by a Q&A and discussion with our guest speaker.
(Speaker to be announced soon)

Who Should Attend:
Project professionals, team leaders, change-makers, and anyone passionate about fostering inclusion in project environments.

Please address any questions to martin.bertram@pmi-gc.de

Overview:
This “Women in Projects Network” closes out another year with our annual “From the Top” view of where we are and were we need to focus for the future. This session explores what it means to lead with vision, courage, and authenticity. Join us as we gain inspiration from senior leaders shaping the future of projects and people.

Agenda:

11:30 – 12:00 CET | Networking & Open Discussion
Engage with professionals in an informal discussion on leadership journeys, challenges, and successes.

12:00 – 13:00 CET | Presentation & Guest Speaker Discussion
Hear from a distinguished guest speaker (to be announced) who will share personal leadership insights, career lessons, and inspiration to drive meaningful impact in projects.

Who Should Attend:
Project professionals at all levels, especially those aspiring to leadership roles and seeking guidance from top-level voices in the field.

Please address any questions to martin.bertram@pmi-gc.de