In this insightful episode of Training Unleashed, host Evan Hackel is joined by Kory Kogon, Global Practice Leader at FranklinCovey and co-author of the bestselling book, Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager. Together, they dive deep into the world of project management for individuals who may not hold an official title but still manage tasks and responsibilities that significantly impact their teams and organizations. Kory shares invaluable insights into leadership, trust, communication, and the importance of executing goals effectively.

Kory also explores how FranklinCovey’s wide range of leadership development resources has helped millions of people globally, and she provides practical advice for those looking to improve their project management skills. Whether you’re leading a large corporation or organizing small tasks in your daily life, this episode provides actionable steps to achieve success.

Key Topics Discussed:
  • Project Management for the Unofficial Manager: Kory Kogon explains the concept of managing projects without a formal title and how anyone can become effective at project management with the right mindset and tools.
  • Four Key Buckets of Leadership: Kory breaks down the four essential areas FranklinCovey focuses on: Leadership Development, Individual Contribution, Trust, and Execution. She highlights how these pillars can drive organizational and personal success.
  • Building a Culture of Trust: Kory emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of trust within teams, how to foster inclusive leadership, and manage difficult conversations effectively.
  • Executing Key Goals: How to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, using FranklinCovey’s 4 Disciplines of Execution to turn high-level strategies into actionable, measurable results.
  • Impact on a Global Scale: Kory shares staggering statistics about FranklinCovey’s reach, including touching the lives of 30 million leaders in 160 countries, underscoring the global impact of effective leadership training.
  • Kory’s #1 Tip for Project Managers: Kory shares a personal and professional tip—reflect on your past successes, no matter how small, and use that confidence to tackle future projects. She also stresses the importance of building strong relationships with others to ensure project success.

Memorable Quotes:

  • “Think about your past successes… what did I do well? Use that juice to move you forward.” – Kory Kogon
  • “People prefer to be effective rather than ineffective, and they’re looking for those tools to help them.” – Evan Hackel

Resources Mentioned:

  • Book: Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager – available at all major booksellers.
  • FranklinCovey Website: Explore FranklinCovey’s wide range of leadership and personal effectiveness programs at www.franklincovey.com.
About Our Guest

Kory Kogon is FranklinCovey’s Global Practice Leader for Productivity, Leadership, and Individual Effectiveness. She has co-authored several bestselling books, including Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager. With years of experience in helping organizations change behavior and achieve results, Kory is a trusted voice in the field of leadership development.

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