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Listen "EP78 The Hidden Risks of Cross-Project Dependencies and How to Resolve Them"
Episode Synopsis
Ever had your project derailed by a dependency you didn’t even know existed?
You’re not alone! In this episode of Business Breaks, hosts Dante Healy and John Byrne dive deep into the “messier” side of project management: cross-project dependencies. Forget simple Gantt chart task links—think shared resources, delayed approvals, budget surprises, and those dreaded “waiting on another team” situations.
John draws on real-world war stories, including a six-month standstill caused by a late upstream project, and candidly shares how communication breakdowns and shifting priorities can quietly sabotage success. Dante and John dissect the people side of dependency management—where relationships and proactive transparency often matter more than any tool or template. They explore practical mechanics, from living dependency registers to visual mapping, and confront the uncomfortable truth: sometimes you’re just at the mercy of forces beyond your control.
Whether you’re leading multi-strand programs or juggling a few interconnected projects, this candid conversation is packed with lessons learned, survival strategies, and ways to reduce those sleepless project nights. Perfect for anyone who wants to get ahead of the hidden risks that can make or break big deliveries!
Tune in to discover:
• What cross-project dependencies really look like in practice
• How to spot, communicate, and manage them before they turn into crises
• Why your dependency register should be a living, breathing document
• The crucial role of communication—and what happens when it breaks down
Don’t let hidden dependencies unravel your next project. Listen in to build resilience, improve your project smarts, and keep delivery on track!
Links:
Catch episodes and more here: https://businessbreaks.club/episodes
Subscribe to our newsletter: https://share.businessbreaks.club/email
You’re not alone! In this episode of Business Breaks, hosts Dante Healy and John Byrne dive deep into the “messier” side of project management: cross-project dependencies. Forget simple Gantt chart task links—think shared resources, delayed approvals, budget surprises, and those dreaded “waiting on another team” situations.
John draws on real-world war stories, including a six-month standstill caused by a late upstream project, and candidly shares how communication breakdowns and shifting priorities can quietly sabotage success. Dante and John dissect the people side of dependency management—where relationships and proactive transparency often matter more than any tool or template. They explore practical mechanics, from living dependency registers to visual mapping, and confront the uncomfortable truth: sometimes you’re just at the mercy of forces beyond your control.
Whether you’re leading multi-strand programs or juggling a few interconnected projects, this candid conversation is packed with lessons learned, survival strategies, and ways to reduce those sleepless project nights. Perfect for anyone who wants to get ahead of the hidden risks that can make or break big deliveries!
Tune in to discover:
• What cross-project dependencies really look like in practice
• How to spot, communicate, and manage them before they turn into crises
• Why your dependency register should be a living, breathing document
• The crucial role of communication—and what happens when it breaks down
Don’t let hidden dependencies unravel your next project. Listen in to build resilience, improve your project smarts, and keep delivery on track!
Links:
Catch episodes and more here: https://businessbreaks.club/episodes
Subscribe to our newsletter: https://share.businessbreaks.club/email
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