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Send us a text Join us for an inspirational conversation with Melissa Chapman, a trailblazing project manager currently blazing new trails in the food and beverage industry. Melissa shares her incredible journey from being the first project manager at her previous company to her exciting new role at Chaucer Foods. She provides a compelling look into how she navigated this transition and her involvement with the innovative certification, Pure Project Manager, created by Joseph Phillips. Throug...
Send us a text In this episode: Discover the power of empathy in leadership with our insightful guest, Ellen Ramsey. As an associate professor from Lynn University, Ellen shares her journey into project management, revealing how authenticity and kindness can transform both professional and personal spheres. She speaks to the significance of vulnerability and connection, offering listeners a fresh perspective on fostering creativity and positivity within teams. Throughout our conversatio...
Send us a text In this episode: Discover the art of transforming risk into opportunity with Tanya Boyd as she unveils her upcoming course, "From Risk to Reward," within the PURE Project Management Certification program. This episode promises to equip you with the skills to reframe risks positively, using advanced tools like Monte Carlo simulations and what-if analyses. Tanya's approach masterfully blends technical prowess with essential emotional and social skills, highlighting the ofte...
Send us a text In this episode: Could transitioning from a military career to project management be your next strategic move? Join me as I chat with Russ Parker, a retired Marine Corps officer turned project manager and PM trainer. From assisting his wife with PMP certification study sessions to obtaining his own PMP and Risk Management Professional certifications, Russ's journey is both inspiring and informative. With a keen focus on risk management, Russ draws intriguing parall...
Send us a text Understanding the nuances of project management is crucial to achieving success today. This episode dives into the new PURE Certification program, highlighting the importance of real-world application in varied environments, taught by instructors that work as project management professionals. In this interview we discussed: Updates on PMBOK 8 and its implications for project managersDiscussion on the challenges and strengths of Agile methodology Little's LawIn...
Send us a text This episode with David Alvarez is meant to compliment the recent posts on the PM-Mastery website around year-end goals and self-development planning. You can find links to the posts that inspired this episode below in the show notes. In hindsight, I believe this podcast may be a bit late for some corporate listeners, but I hope they have already read the posts published earlier this month. David is a friend and previous interviewee who, in this episode, shares his person...
Send us a text In This Episode: Ever wondered how a unique blend of creativity and nature can transform project management? Tanya Boyd, our guest on the PM Mastery Podcast, reveals her journey from the swamps of Louisiana to her current role with CORBEAU. Her innovative "Tales from the Swamp" approach to communication within organizations is a testament to her storytelling roots and her knack for thinking outside the box. Tanya's life story, woven with childhood inspirations and ...
Send us a text In This Episode: This is a special milestone issue. 2024 has been a crazy year for many with various life and career transitions. I wanted to do a special milestone issue with the top five most downloaded podcast episodes as of October 2024. I was able to get back four out of the five top guests to do a catch up episode. Amanda Sherman co-hosted this episode with me. Links to the original episodes and other materials for each interviewee are provided below. Links: Melissa Chapm...
Send us a text In This Episode: In this quick episode of PM Mastery I sit down with David Odeleye, an IT project manager at Bell Bank in Fargo, North Dakota. David's journey into project management started during his master's degree, inspired by an adjunct professor's riveting stories. He now manages IT projects and security tasks, navigating the evolving landscape of remote work. Despite the rigorous security protocols at Bell Bank, David's excitement for AI remains strong. Throughout ...
Send us a text Is your job stressing you out? Sometimes you need to make a change. Tune into the current episode of PM Mastery, where Amanda Sherman steps in as host to interview our regular guide, Walt Sparling. Walt dives into his journey from the design industry to becoming a senior project manager, and discusses his recent job change from a leadership role, to go back in the trenches as a Sr. PM. We further unpack the hurdles of project approvals in massive corporate settings, hig...
Send us a text This is an audio recording of my First LinkedIn live where I pulled together a group of talented Project Management professionals to do a quarterly series called "PM Knights and Ladies of the Round Table". This is the only episode of this series to date but I promise there will be more. The topic for this Live was "Communication for Project Managers" - If you would like to see the live recording, see the link below as well as links to the panelists LinkedIn Profiles. ...
Send us a text Ever wondered how growing up in a family of bricklayers could lead to managing large-scale renewable energy projects? This episode of PM Mastery features Juniel Miller, who takes us through his captivating journey from a construction-heavy upbringing to spearheading ambitious battery storage and solar initiatives across the Carolinas and Florida. With roots in real estate and construction, Juniel not only highlights the importance of teamwork and adaptability but also shares th...
Send us a text In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, I joined Dave Crysler to share my insights on process improvement and efficiency from the perspective of a project manager. The conversation covers the integration of project management in both internal and external process improvements, navigating roadblocks in large organizations, and the importance of effective communication. We also discussed my approach to prioritizing opportunities and achieving quick wins to bu...
Send us a text In This Episode: How do you turn an unexpected career setback into a launchpad for success? This week on PM Mastery, I am excited to welcome back Skye Dodd, who shares her inspiring journey from social work to project management. After a bold move from Florida to Atlanta, Skye faced a sudden layoff but was able to turn the challenge into a golden opportunity, securing two job offers within two weeks. Listen as she recounts how she filled her technical skills gap, took her care...
Send us a text In This Episode: Ever felt like you're treading water in the vast ocean of project management? Synchronize your strokes with the wisdom of Benjamin Chan, PMP, P.Eng, CMC, ASM, a project management leadership success coach hailing from Calgary, Alberta. Benjamin joins us to share his invaluable expertise on amplifying leadership abilities and harnessing the innate strengths of project managers. With an earnest approach, he addresses the steep learning curve faced by newcomers in...
Send us a text In This Episode: I had the pleasure recently of sitting down again with Ozias Sanchez to get a one-year update on his project management journey. Ozias earned his PMP in March 2023, was interviewed on the podcast in April 2023, and was hired for a new position in June 2023. In this episode, we discussed the structure of PMOs and their differences and touched on the use of AI for Project Management. Since earning his PMP, Ozias has undergone a transformative journey, shift...
Send us a text This was a great interview with a project management professional who has been involved with many fields that a project manager may encounter across multiple industries. I was impressed with the incredible breadth of David's knowledge. His understanding of key concepts in communication skills like active listening the importance of continuing education, and staying curious were refreshing and important to all project managers planning to grow their careers. Embark...
Send us a text Discover the transformative power of project management with Udit Khanna, a wizard of workflow hailing from Toronto, Canada, as he unravels the secrets of a stress-free approach to executing projects. Udit's invaluable insights promise to guide you through the complexities of project management with ease and finesse. Whether you're just stepping onto the path of project leadership or honing your existing skills, Udit's tales of personal and professional development will s...
Send us a text Welcome to the PM-Mastery podcast's 50th episode! I want to thank the incredible listeners and, most definitely, the incredible guests I have been fortunate to interview! I wanted to do a special 50th episode with a guest that could provide an incredible impact on our audience, and I was able to do it with someone who has been a mentor to me in many ways; not only in project management but also gave me the motivation to do my own thing and start this podcast! I have been fol...
Send us a text Unlock the full potential of your project management career with the wisdom of Elaine Jackson, a luminary in the field with a history at Digital Compact HP. In our conversation, Elaine takes us through her pivot from pre-med to project management and champions the necessity of continual learning in an AI-driven world. She demonstrates how upgrading your skill set is more than career insurance; it's a gateway to financial elevation. With her, we traverse the landscape of modern ...
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