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Whether you work in a project management-related role... or you deal with challenges related to conflict management or negotiating… this seminar will be beneficial to you. In fact, it will be beneficial to anyone who wants to become more effective in INFLUENCING others.

Come join Rick Morris, a seasoned Project Management Professional (PMP) with a 25-year track record of success, at an exclusive half-day workshop hosted by your PMI Buffalo, NY Chapter. This workshop isn't just another seminar; it's an interactive experience designed to equip you with the skills to amplify your influence in any role in real-world settings.

Dive deep into the art and science of influence, exploring time-tested techniques that help influence the outcomes of your projects. You'll get an insider's look into the powers of persuasion, negotiation tactics, and conflict resolution strategies that can transform the way you lead projects and teams. But it's not all serious business; prepare for an array of fun activities that not only entertain but also reinforce learning in unforgettable ways.

This session is more than just educational—it's a highly engaging and interactive journey that promises to leave you with actionable insights and a renewed sense of purpose in whatever role you play. Sign up now for an experience that could redefine your approach to project management (and other careers) and help you wield influence like never before.

Our Learning Objectives:

• Understand the Foundations of Influence: Learn the core principles of influence and persuasion.
• Master Negotiation Tactics: Acquire negotiation skills that can be applied to stakeholder management and team dynamics to achieve your objectives.
• Resolve Conflicts Effectively: Gain insights into conflict resolution techniques that foster a collaborative environment.
• Engage in Interactive Learning: Participate in fun, hands-on activities designed to reinforce the application of learned techniques in real-world scenarios.
• Enhance Leadership Skills: Develop leadership qualities that enhance team cohesion, motivation, and productivity.
• Apply Persuasion in Stakeholder Engagement: Utilize persuasion strategies to align stakeholder expectations and your goals.
• Navigate Project Challenges with Confidence: Learn strategies for managing common challenges with poise and confidence.
• Cultivate a High-Performance Team Culture: Discover how to build and maintain a high-performance team culture through effective communication and influence.

The Day's Agenda:

• 7:30am - 8:00am - Full Breakfast (scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, ham, home fries, french toast, yogurt parfait with fruit and granola)
• 8:00am - 12:00pm - Interactive workshop on Influencing, Conflict Management/Resolution & Successful Negotiating Tactics

      PDUs: 4.0 Total (Ways of Working-1.0, Business Acumen-1.0, Power Skills-2.0)

Note: We will be collecting donations of non-perishable food for a local food bank. Please bring a few items if you would like to donate.

Our Speaker: Rick Morris

Rick A. Morris, PMP, is an accomplished project manager, certified Scrum Agile Master, Human Behavior Consultant, and Certified High-Performance Coach. With a passion for the profession, Rick is an internationally sought-after public speaker and evangelist for project management.

Rick's knowledge and expertise have led him to hold a range of certifications, including PMP (Project Management Professional), MPM (Masters of Project Management), Scrum Agile Master, CHBC, CHPC, sAFE, PMI-ACP, Six Sigma Green Belt, MCITP, MCTS, MCSE, TQM, ATM-S, ITIL, and ISO. He was also a part of the President’s Advisory Council for the John Maxwell Team.

Rick's experience spans across various industries, including financial services, entertainment, construction, non-profit, hospitality, pharmaceutical, retail, and manufacturing. He has worked for organizations such as GrowthDay, GE, Xerox, and CA and consulted numerous clients on over 150 implementations of Project and Portfolio Management and Agile systems, including Clarity, PDWare, Project Server, Planview, Primavera, Daptiv, Agile Central, Workfront, and many others.  Rick is currently the EPPM National Delivery Lead for Centric Consulting.

As a best-selling author, Rick has published three previous books, The Everything Project Management Book, 2nd Edition, Project Management That Works!, and Stop Playing Games!. His latest book, No Day But Today!, was an Amazon #1 best seller. Rick has also contributed chapters and insight to several publications, including the Amazon #1 best seller Agile Almanac – Book 2.

In addition to his accomplishments in project management, Rick has created several podcasts, including AI Driven PM (soon to launch), The Work Life Balance, Transformational Leader, and Breaking Average. He was also the subject of an unsolicited Forbes article titled, “How an Author Amassed Over 200 Quality Recommendations on Linked In.”

An active member of the Project Management Institute, graduate of the PMI Leadership Institute Masters Class (LIMC), and mentor to the 2012 PMI LIMC, Rick's leadership skills and experience make him no stranger to being center stage in front of large groups of people. At the early age of 11, Rick was a Walt Disney World Performer in their seasonal shows. In high school, he worked at MGM Studios on various projects including the New Mickey Mouse Club. Rick was also an Executive Producer of the Mickey Mouse Club 30 Year Reunion.   Rick's blend of real-world experience and down-to-earth delivery style make his passion for the profession contagious.

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