I’m Raquel Horta, a Project and Program Management thought leader, consultant, coach, and instructor with over 20 years of experience guiding complex, high-visibility initiatives across global, large-scale, and high-impact organizations. I’ve led large programs, supported senior executives as Chief of Staff, and driven strategic transformation efforts, gaining unique insights into how influence, leadership presence, and human dynamics shape successful outcomes.
I help project and program managers move beyond traditional delivery roles to become influential leaders who shape strategy, inspire teams, and create measurable impact. My coaching focus on developing “power skills” - the human edge in project and program management - including stakeholder influence, strategic thinking, communication mastery, accountability, and confidence in complex environments.
As a speaker, I share practical, actionable strategies that empower project professionals to navigate ambiguity, overcome resistance, and create alignment across teams and organizations. I am also the author of “Power Skills: The Human Edge in Project and Program Management”, a guide for project leaders who want to elevate their influence, unlock their potential, and leave a lasting legacy.
I believe the future of project leadership is human-centered. Leadership is not about authority, it’s about presence, trust, and impact. By cultivating emotional intelligence, strategic influence, and authentic leadership, project managers can transform not only the outcomes of their projects but also the careers of those around them.
My mission is to equip project and program managers with the mindset, skills, and confidence to thrive as leaders in an ever-changing world; helping them move from being “good at delivery” to being catalysts of organizational transformation.
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Power Skills: The Human Edge in Project and Program Management
Tags: Leadership, Project Management
Power Skills: The Human Edge in Project and Program Management
