Under pressure, many project managers default to control, telling instead of asking, fixing instead of developing. In this episode, I explore how coaching creates stronger teams, better decisions, and sustainable performance, even when you don’t have formal authority. Learn how to replace command-and-control habits with powerful coaching questions, handle underperformance without micromanaging, and stop becoming the bottleneck in your projects.

Project managers are accountable for results, but often without formal authority. In this episode of The Leadership Journey Podcast, I explore how to delegate work, decisions, and ownership when no one reports to you. Learn practical strategies for creating clarity without hierarchy, empowering specialists without micromanaging, and maintaining accountability through influence, trust, and visibility. This episode is packed with real-world examples and tools you can use immediately to lead more effectively across teams and functions.

Project managers are trained to plan — but leadership requires more than schedules and task lists. In this episode, we explore the critical mindset shift from planner to leader, focusing on outcomes, clarity, anticipation, and judgment. A must-listen for project managers ready to lead, not just coordinate.