Events

One Thing You Wish You Knew Sooner
August 13, 2026
6:30pm - 7:30pm EST
Oleg Loughheed
Virtual $10.00

1PDU - Ways of Working

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Strong emotional intelligence for project managers begins with one simple realization: the words, actions, and presence we bring to every interaction shape the people around us more than we tend to notice. In this 60-minute virtual session hosted by PMI Savannah, nationally recognized speaker Oleg Lougheed invites project professionals to look closely at the impact they already have, and to use that awareness to lead, communicate, and connect with greater intention.

This is a practical, reflective conversation designed for project managers, team leads, and professionals who want to grow beyond technical skill. Through storytelling, reflection, and grounded insights, Oleg explores how small, intentional shifts in self-awareness can lead to deeper relationships, better decisions, and a more meaningful professional life."
"Project work is, at its core, people work. Schedules, scopes, and deliverables only move forward when trust, clarity, and connection are present. Yet many of us underestimate the influence we carry in meetings, hallway conversations, status updates, and difficult discussions.

This session is for any professional who wants to:
Recognize the impact of their words, actions, and presence in real time
Strengthen working relationships through more intentional communication
Apply emotional intelligence to decisions that affect teams and outcomes

It is a chance to step back from the day-to-day and reflect on something foundational, the kind of insight many leaders say they wish they had learned sooner.
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"By the end of this 60-minute virtual session, attendees will be able to:

1. Increase self-awareness of personal impact. Understand the influence your words, actions, and presence have on others across personal, professional, and casual settings, and learn to recognize these moments as they happen.
2. Enhance communication and relationship-building skills. Develop strategies to use your influence intentionally, build deeper connections, and foster more positive and productive interactions.
3. Apply emotional intelligence for better decision-making. Use emotional intelligence to make more deliberate decisions that strengthen relationships and support effective leadership.
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"This session is designed for:
* Project managers, program managers, and PMO professionals
* Team leads and aspiring leaders developing their soft skills
* PMI members and project professionals across the Low Country
* Anyone interested in personal development, leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence
No specialized background is required, only a willingness to reflect and engage.

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"Oleg Lougheed is a nationally recognized speaker and the founder of Moments Worth Remembering. Inspired by John Kralik’s 365 Thank Yous, he has turned a childhood marked by loss and separation into a mission to help others heal and find meaning in their experiences. Guided by gratitude, Oleg encourages audiences to forgive, connect, and appreciate the people who shape their lives through a heartfelt note, a genuine conversation, or a small act of kindness.

His work has been featured on TED, FOX, NBC, ABC, and CBS stations across the United States. Learn more at momentsworthremembering.com or on LinkedIn.
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