Conflict is something nearly every construction project faces in one way or another. From personnel to budgets, most of these conflicts can be addressed with the right team and some of the ideas featured in this podcast. However, for some very special projects, conflict takes on an entirely different - and much more dangerous - meaning.
In today's episode of The Lead With Trust Show, Sue chats with Tracy Thomas, Managing Director for Construction, Security, and Facility Management at the State Department's Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO). Put simply, she oversees the construction of diplomatic facilities, embassies and the like, often in high-conflict areas of the world. Her primary duties involve providing support for construction and facility operations in delivering OBO's vision of providing safe, secure, functional, resilient platforms for the diplomatic community.
During the episode, Sue and Tracy discuss managing construction projects all over the world and how she helps to build diplomacy in these projects.
Tracy offers some insights on building trust, even in high-conflict situations that most of us could not imagine.
They also explore some tactics and strategies for using leadership to bring your mission to life, no matter what the outside circumstances may be.
Join Sue and Tracy for this fascinating discussion into managing successful projects in some of the most challenging environments around the world.
If you have any questions or suggestions for Sue, feel free to reach out via email.
Enjoy!
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Tracy's Email: thomastj2@state.gov
Sue's Email - suedyer@sudyco.com