The PMI Chennai Chapter, Coimbatore Branch, successfully hosted its first in-person Knowledge Sharing Session following the branch inauguration on 04 July 2026.
The session, titled "Beyond Status Reports: The Art of Storytelling for Project Managers", brought together project professionals, students, and chapter members for an enriching learning experience.
The session was delivered by Lt. Col. R. Sudhir (Retd.), Founder & Coach, Blissful Minds Coaching & Consulting, who shared practical insights on how storytelling can help project managers evolve into influential leaders and communicators.
The event witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of 55 participants, including Project Managers, Program Managers, students, and PMI Chennai Chapter members, all of whom actively engaged throughout the session.
Event Highlights
The program commenced with a warm welcome address by
Dr. Shyam Sundar, VP Outreach, followed by the Guest Address delivered by
Dr. Raghupathi, Director & CEO, Kumaraguru College of Technology (KCT).
The context for the session was set by Mr. Vijay Narayanan, President, PMI Chennai Chapter, who emphasized the growing importance of effective communication and leadership skills in today's project management landscape.
The keynote session by Lt. Col. R. Sudhir (Retd.) was followed by an engaging member interaction and Q&A session moderated by Mr. S. K. Vickram. The event concluded with a heartfelt Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Dinesh Thavamani, VP Programs.
Key Takeaways
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- Understanding how the human brain functions under pressure and cognitive load within project environments.
- Developing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the ability to influence stakeholders effectively.
- Building executive presence through clarity, confidence, active listening, and impactful communication.
- Leveraging storytelling frameworks such as the 3-Act Framework,
Pixar Framework, and Hero's Journey to communicate project updates more effectively. - Applying the principles of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos to inspire teams,
engage stakeholders, and influence decision-making. - Moving beyond traditional status reporting by using stories to communicate purpose,
progress, risks, and business value with greater impact.
A heartfelt thank you to Lt. Col. R. Sudhir (Retd.) for delivering an insightful, practical, and highly interactive session, and to all participants for their enthusiastic involvement and valuable contributions.
Together, let us continue to learn, connect, and elevate the practice of project management across our community.
