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September marks the start of PMI Olympia’s theme year: “Innovate, Adapt, Succeed” - Empowering Project Leaders for a Changing World. Our focus in September on Future Ready Project Leadership and Strategic Priorities is extremely relevant. 

Here are the biggest challenges Project Managers are currently facing: 

• Budget cuts and layoffs are forcing teams to do more with less. 

• AI and automation are reshaping roles at every level, creating uncertainty about which skills will remain in demand. 

• Compliance pressures and IT modernization mandates continue to stretch already-limited resources. 

Leaders and project managers alike are asking: Am I future-proofed? Am I being recognized for my results? Am I positioned for the right opportunities? 
 
Without the right strategies, even strong performers risk being overlooked or replaced. A resume and technical expertise alone no longer guarantee career growth.  
 
In fact: 

• Studies show 70% of promotions are based on perception, not just performance (HBR). 

• Teams lacking cohesion are 50% more likely to miss budget and schedule targets (McKinsey). 

• And while AI can streamline tasks - influence, trust, and executive presence cannot be automated. 

 
Our presenter, Sonja Price will share how Project professionals can turn these challenges into opportunities and strengthen your personal brand, influence, and team impact to stay market relevant and future ready. You’ll leave with practical strategies to advance your career while delivering stronger results for your organization. 

You’ll Learn How To: 

1. Position Yourself for Promotion – Discover the factors that drive advancement beyond technical skills and resumes. 

1. Expand Your Influence – Lead across silos, manage stakeholders, and increase visibility in a noisy, disrupted marketplace. 

1. Build Cohesive Teams – Apply practical tools for trust, alignment, and accountability that sustain performance despite shrinking budgets and rising demands. 

Whether you work in government, corporate, consulting, or other professional fields - this session will prepare you to innovate, adapt, and succeed as a future-ready leader. 

About our speaker:  

Sonja Price is the author of The Infinite Leader Playbook and host of the Infinite Leaders podcast. For 15+ years she has empowered professionals and organizations to future-proof their leadership, scale their influence, and build high-performing teams. 

From Google and Amazon to Microsoft, Meta, Starbucks, and T-Mobile, Sonja has helped top organizations navigate growth and transformation. She trained with Al Gore’s Climate Reality Project, worked alongside Tony Robbins, and earned recognition from the Women’s Economic Forum for her influence in advancing women’s global leadership. 
 
Her style blends neuroscience, business strategy, and AI + EQ, making complex leadership challenges simple, practical, and inspiring. Attendees appreciate her energy, humor, and actionable insights they can apply right away. 

Bonus: Attend this session for a chance to win a free copy of The Infinite Leader Playbook, mailed directly to you! 

 
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