The Everyday PM: Project Management Principles for Your Everyday Life
The Everyday PM podcast is a conversation amongst project management industry professionals and enthusiasts with varying experiences and perspectives on project management principles for your everyday life.
Episodes
How to Thrive in Your First 90 Days as a PM
Your first 90 days in a new PM role? They're kind of a big deal. Whether this is your first project management gig or you're starting fresh at a new company, how you show up in those first three months basically sets the tone for everything that comes after.So I sat down with Mukhtar Kadiri—ranked the #1 PM in Canada, PM career coach with over 67,000 people in his LinkedIn network, and som
Leave the Traditional PM Career Path Behind
What if the traditional PM career ladder isn't the only way—or even the best way—to make an impact? In this eye-opening conversation with Brian Summons, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation Leader and Senior Internal Consultant - Strategy Activation at CHOC, we explore what happens when you choose to forge your own path.Brian made the bold decision to leave traditional PM roles behind for
Future Proofing Business Success with Generative AI
What if the key to building resilient plans isn't optimism—but deliberately imagining failure?In this game-changing conversation, we sit down with Leslie Grandy, a global product executive with 25+ years leading innovation at T-Mobile, Apple, Best Buy, and Amazon. Leslie is the founder of The Product Guild, Lead Executive in Residence at the University of Washington Foster School of Business, and
Breaking Barriers: Dr. Vijayeta Malla on Women in Construction & PMI Global Leadership
What does it take to break barriers in one of the most male-dominated industries in the world? And how can one leader use their platform to create systemic change for the next generation?In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with Dr. Vijayeta Malla, PMI Global Construction Ambassador and Co-Vice President of AACE New Jersey Chapter. With 17+ years managing $47B+ infrastructure programs includ
AI Ethics in Construction: Building Responsibly
Artificial intelligence is transforming construction planning and scheduling—but are we ready for the ethical challenges that come with it? When AI makes billion-dollar decisions, who's accountable? How do we prevent bias? And what does responsible digital transformation actually look like?In this critical conversation, I sit down with Dr. Vijayeta Malla, a Program/Project Controls Professiona
Building Skills from the Ground Up: Solving the U.S. Construction Workforce Crisis
The U.S. construction industry is facing a crisis that threatens billions in infrastructure projects — and it's not just about labor shortages. It's about skills gaps, diversity challenges, and preparing for an AI-driven future.In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Vijayeta Malla, a Program/Project Controls Professional with 17+ years of experience managing $47B+ infrastructur
Building the 'Get Sh*t Done' Culture in Enterprise Projects
In a world drowning in corporate jargon and endless meetings, Rachel Losser brings a refreshingly direct approach to enterprise project management: Get Shit Done.Rachel launched her own consulting firm, Losser Consulting Solutions, in 2024 with a bold mission—helping leaders deliver mission-critical projects where failure simply isn't an option. Her team doesn't just talk about transformation; the
The Youngest PgMP Rahul Chenna's Journey in Program Management
Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Rahul Chenna, the youngest person in history to obtain the PgMP (Program Management Professional) certification. This groundbreaking achievement showcases his exceptional dedication to the field.In this episode, we explore:Rahul's historic achievement as the youngest PgMP certification holder and what it took to reach this milestoneHis unique tran
Good Ripple Effect: Building Positive Team Culture
Great leaders don't wait for good culture to happen—they build it. In this powerful conversation with Lisa Even, keynote speaker, corporate leadership expert, and bestselling author, we dive deep into the ripple effect of intentional culture building.Lisa brings over a decade of experience working with Fortune 500 companies, helping them lead with intention and proactively shape culture through gr
The Auditor's View: Early Project Warning Signs
Ever get that sinking feeling that your project is heading off the rails, but you can't quite put your finger on why?In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Oleniuk, former Federal Chief Audit Executive who oversaw billions in government projects. Matthew had a unique vantage point—he wasn't just managing projects, he was auditing them. This gave him an insider's view of what really
Project Procurement Mastery: From Bottleneck to Strategic Advantage with Ajay Bhargove
Think procurement is just about getting the best price? Think again.In this episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, we sit down with Ajay Bhargove, author of "Project Procurement: A real-world guide to procurement skills," to uncover why procurement is one of the most critical—yet misunderstood—aspects of project management.In this conversation, you'll discover:Why procurement is a strat
Engaging Hearts and Minds in Project Change with Lata Hamilton, Change Management Leader
Join us for a conversation with Lata Hamilton, a change management powerhouse who's revolutionized transformations impacting over 100,000 people. As the founder of Passion Pioneers and author of "Pioneer Your Career Change", Lata brings a unique blend of organizational change management and Neuro-Linguistic Programming to help project leaders succeed where traditional approaches fall short.🔥 What
AI-Powered Project Leadership: Balancing Technology and Human Skills with Richard Maltzman
Join us as we talk with Richard Maltzman, Master Lecturer at Boston University and co-author of "AI-Powered Leadership." With 55 years of workforce experience as both a practicing engineer and PMO leader, Richard shares practical insights on integrating AI into project management while maintaining essential "Power Skills." Discover how to ethically implement AI tools, transform
The Volunteering Journey to Project Leadership with Yasmina Khelifi
In this insightful episode, we explore the powerful connection between volunteering and leadership development with Yasmina Khelifi, author of "The Volunteering Journey to Project Leadership."Yasmina shares her personal journey of how volunteering shaped her approach to project management throughout her 20-year career in the telecom industry. As a French telecom engineer with three PMI c
The Adaptable PM: Bridging Industries, Strategy, and Human Potential
Join us as we explore the versatile career of Ben Chan, a project management expert who has mastered the art of adaptability across multiple industries. From his beginnings as a developer with a Computer Engineering background, Ben shares how he became a "generalist PM" capable of thriving in diverse sectors including Financial Services, Technology, Government, and more.In this conversation, Ben r
Mastering A.I. Literacy as a Project Manager with Cornelius Fichtner
Join us for an insightful conversation with Cornelius Fichtner, renowned project management expert, author, and host of the acclaimed Project Management Podcast. With over 500 episodes under his belt and a passion for making project management theory engaging and accessible, Cornelius shares his wisdom on how project managers can thrive in the age of artificial intelligence.In this episode, we dis
Communications Pitfalls and Solutions from the Big Dig
Join us for a riveting conversation with seasoned PM and author, Donna Gregorio, as she unpacks one of America's most notorious megaprojects—Boston's infamous Big Dig. What began as a visionary transportation solution ballooned into a case study of project management gone wrong, with costs exploding from $2.8 billion to a staggering $22 billion.In this episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, D
From Employee to Entrepreneur: A PMO Leader's Journey
Join us as we sit down with Bruno, a seasoned PMO expert with over two decades of experience in Fortune 500 companies, who's now embarking on an exciting entrepreneurial journey. In this candid conversation, Bruno shares his transition from corporate leadership to founding his own strategic consulting firm.
With a rich background in managing complex project portfolios and driving organizational s
Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager
Welcome to The Everyday PM podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Kory Kogon, FranklinCovey’s vice president of Content and Senior Consultant, and co-author of Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager. Kory will share her expertise in project management and shed light on the concept of "unofficial project managers" and its significance in today's workplace.
We'll delve int
The Collaborative Leader with Evan Unger
In this episode, Evan Unger dives into the intricacies of effective team leadership, decision-making, and enhancing productivity in remote virtual meetings. With his extensive experience at Schwartz and Associates, Evan sheds light on the essential services that have helped countless organizations thrive in today’s dynamic work environments.
What to Expect
Team Leadership: Discover how Evan appro
A.I. Powered Project Management
Project management enthusiasts and tech-savvy leaders, you won't want to miss the latest episode of The Everyday PM Podcast! Join our host, Ann Campea, as she sits down with Galen Low, Co-Founder of The Digital Project Manager, to explore the future of project management in the age of artificial intelligence.
In this insightful episode, Galen and Ann tackle some of the most pressing questions
Collaboration is the New Competition
We are thrilled to announce the release of the latest episode of The Everyday PM podcast, featuring the incredible Priscilla McKinney. Priscilla is not only the author of Collaboration Is the New Competition: Why the Future of Work Rewards a Cross-Pollinating Hive Mind & How Not to Get Left Behind but also the powerhouse behind Little Bird Marketing and the host of the Ponderings from the Perc
Streamlining Operations with Computerized Maintenance Management System and Project Management
Hey there PM enthusiasts! We've got an exciting new episode of The Everyday PM podcast for you, featuring none other than Greg Christensen, the host of CMMSRadio podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of CMMS and explore how it intersects with the role of a project manager.
First up, Greg breaks down CMMS for us, shedding light on what it stands for - Computerized Maintenance M
Breaking the Glass Ceiling: A Conversation with Julianna Newland
In a recent podcast episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Julianna Newland, a retiree and author, about her remarkable journey as the first woman to step into a public affairs management role amidst an all-male cohort. Julianna's story is one of shattering stereotypes and paving the way for future female leaders.
Julianna's career trajectory is a testament to her resilience and de
Great Meetings Build Great Teams
Are you a project leader or an agilist looking to improve your team's meetings? Look no further than the book "Great Meetings Build Great Teams: A Guide for Project Leaders and Agilists."
This resource is packed with practical tips and insights on how to run effective meetings that drive collaboration and results. Whether you're new to leading teams or a seasoned pro, you'll
Project Management Office's Influence on Strategic Initiatives
Are you tired of your strategic initiatives falling flat? Do you feel like you're constantly spinning your wheels without making any real progress? Well, fear not my friends, because the Project Management Office (PMO) is here to save the day! The PMO is like the superhero of project management. They swoop in, assess the situation, and create a plan of action that will ensure success. With the
Communicating Confidently with Senior Stakeholders
Are you nervous about communicating with senior stakeholders? Don't worry, it's a common feeling. However, it's important to communicate confidently and effectively with them to ensure your ideas are heard and valued. Laura shares some tips to help you communicate confidently with senior stakeholders in the latest episode of The Everyday PM. Give it a listen!
Who is Laura Chattington?
Measuring Customer Experience to Drive Innovation
Donna Gregorio is a corporate IT project management veteran, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. She helps organizations disrupt “change as usual” through a practical and repeatable framework, transforming their culture from surviving change to growing through change. Outside of her current role, Donna took a chance on herself by writing and pub
Leave a Legacy by Writing Your Book
Donna Gregorio is a corporate IT project management veteran, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. Donna’s own journey to excellence has been fueled by a passion for empowering students and experts. Today she manages the PM/BA department in IT and guides her teams through a high-stress, constant change, and fast-paced environment that is now commo
Embracing Equity in Project Management
Michelle Ngome is an award-winning inclusive marketing consultant. As the founder of Line 25 Consulting, she trains and consults with organizations on how to develop inclusive marketing strategies. In 2019, she founded the African-American Marketing Association, creating a nonprofit platform that empowers Black marketers. Michelle is the creator of the Be Inclusive: a DEI Card Game to help facil
Digital Product Innovation and Project Management
David Rose, MIT lecturer, inventor, and five-time entrepreneur, draws on culture, design, travel, and music to envision future products and businesses sparked by the next generation of technology. His last book, Enchanted Objects, is the definitive book on designing the Internet of Things. David wrote the seminal patent on photo sharing, founded an AI company focused on computer vision, and was VP
3 Stress Busters to Help You Perform Without Losing Your Mind
If you’re dealing with overwhelm and pressure on a constant basis, your ability to take action reduces exponentially and the stress consistently erodes your confidence, with long-term effects. Stress release comes from efficiently creating powerful habits. Laura walks us through the three most powerful habits that bust stress the fastest.
We cover the following:
How can projec
5 Secrets for Connecting & Influencing Others
Being able to connect, present and influence others will help your listeners achieve their desired results in their professional and personal life. Building rapport and trust enables them to create valuable connections. Laura gives us 5 secrets that short-cut the path to connect, create rapport and influence others to take action.
We cover the following:
How does building rapp
Operations Management Software: Shaping the Future of Work
Tommy has been in the restaurant industry for nearly his entire adult life. He has a BSBA from the University of Denver’s Hotel Restaurant school in addition to an MBA. This former stand-up comic turned SaaS founder, has extensive experience helping businesses become more efficient and profitable through the process, accountability, and data. He’s currently the Managing Director of Ops
Artificial Intelligence and Project Management
It was a tremendous honor to have both Ron and Kathleen on The Everyday PM Podcast. Ron and Kathleen have been hosting the AI Today Podcast since 2017 with 250+ episodes and tens of thousands of listeners. In this week's episode, we guest swap on each other's podcasts, talking about insights into why AI and data projects fail and the role methodology can play to help projects succeed.
Cost-Effective Solutions to Improving Your IT Infrastructure
Dave Shrivastav is the President of Beskar, An IT Services and Consulting company that provides elite IT Solutions to Small, Medium, and Large businesses and organizations. Dave has over two decades of IT, Operations, and Project Management experience working and leading IT groups across multiple industries including Engineering, Non-Profit, Government, Military, Banking, and IT Firms.  
What Mixed Martial Arts Teaches Us About Project Management
Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport based on various techniques, like striking, grappling, and ground fighting, incorporating fighting styles from various parts of the world. So what does MMA have to do with project management? A lot more than you think. Check out this newest episode of The Everyday PM Podcast and learn what MMA teaches us about project management principles. &
5 Best Practices for Building IT Roadmaps
Donna Gregorio is a corporate IT project management veteran, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. Donna’s own journey to excellence has been fueled by a passion for empowering students and experts. Today she manages the PM/BA department in IT and guides her teams through a high-stress, constant change, and fast-paced environment that is now commo
Valuable Change with Brendon Baker
Brendon Baker established the Valuable Change Co. with one central mission in mind: to Help Change Leaders Drive Real Value, but on his way found his secondary mission: Fight Unnecessary Complexity. Where change isn’t about delivering on-time or on-budget, but rather actually getting what you’re looking for out of it.
Here's a preview of what we chat about in this week's episode of The Ever
Business Process Optimization
In 2021, Jon and his team launched SmartSuite, the work management platform that manages any process, from any industry, on one platform. Now, SmartSuite unites essential elements used to get work done, regardless of company size or type.
Throughout his career, Jon has been dedicated to automating everyday, essential business tasks to create smarter, more efficient organizations, no matter
Empowering Employees to Stay Curious
Andy Alsop is the President and CEO of The Receptionist, which is an app built with the intent to calm the chaos of managing visitors and getting your guests where they need to be faster. Andy shares his professional journey, what inspired The Receptionist, and how he promotes his company culture through employee empowerment to stay curious... but not break anything!
Enjoyed this conversati
Why Projects Fail
Mark Woeppel is a management consultant working to improve operations performance in project management and processes. He frequently writes on the subject of execution performance, having written four books and many other publications. With extensive experience in oil & gas, consumer products, IT, many manufacturing industries, Mark is a highly sought after subject matter expert in eCommerce B
What it Means to be a Filipina Project Manager
In celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month, I talk about what it means to be a Filipina project manager. From cultural norms to the meaning of hospitality, I believe so much of my culture is intertwined with my success as a PM.
If there is one word to describe Filipinos, it’s hospitable. Filipinos are renowned for their hospitality. Whether you are a tourist visit
5 Best Practices for Enterprise Work Prioritization
Donna Gregorio is a veteran of corporate IT project management, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. Donna’s own journey to excellence has been fueled by a passion for empowering students and experts. Today she manages the PM/BA department in IT and guides her teams through a high-stress, constant change, and fast-paced environment that is now co
Purpose-driven Project Management
Strategic alignment within an organization is known as lining up a business' strategy with culture, but have you ever thought about how it applies to you? Christina Heath, PMP is in the business of helping project managers find that alignment within their professional and personal lives because why can't these be aligned, too? After earning her stripes as a project manager, spearheading projects i
Simplifying Project Execution
Mark Woeppel is a management consultant working to improve operations performance in project management and processes. He frequently writes on the subject of execution performance, having written four books and many other publications. With extensive experience in oil & gas, consumer products, IT, many manufacturing industries, Mark is a highly sought after subject matter expert in eCommerce B
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt vs Project Management Professional
One aspect I love about being a project manager is that there is a plethora of certifications available to us. As a life-long learner, I am a proponent of using education to elevate our understanding of project management fundamentals. Of the certifications and degrees available, there is a long-standing debate between the Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) and Project Management Professional (PMP®
Assembling a Team with Marvel's The Avengers
Remember when the Avengers weren't The Avengers? Back when Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Black Widow, Hawkeye, and Hulk were flying solo. There was a time (back in 2012) when The Avengers was just an idea of something bigger, documented in Nick Fury's Avenger's Initiative file. If it wasn't for Loki posing an impending threat to Earth, Nick Fury wouldn't have set his plans in motion to assemble
Defining a New Normal of Leadership with John Dyer
John Dyer is an author, coach, and trainer with 36 years of experience in the field of improving processes. His published book, “The Façade of Excellence: Defining a New Normal of Leadership” examines the four leadership styles required to move an organization’s culture to one of trust, collaboration, and teamwork. John started his career with General Electric and then worked for Ingersoll-Rand be
How to Present Well with Dr. Cheryl Wood
Tomorrow is the big day. You'll be pitching the scope of a new project to the executive leadership team for approval. For some, this moment can be nerve-racking. Others shine. Whatever position you take on public speaking, it's best to take the time to prepare. And by prepare, that doesn't just mean practice your script. It means understanding who your audience is, from their motivations to their
ProjectHub with Greg Christensen
You may remember Greg from previous episodes of The Everyday PM Podcast, where we discussed topics like PM basics and post-mortems. However, did you know that Greg is currently the Vice President of ProjectHub.com? ProjectHub is a sophisticated, user-friendly project and task management solution for organizations seeking to automate and optimize business processes - and make their teams run better
Investing in Yourself with Jason 'J the Trader' Sweeting
Jason Sweeting, also known as "J the Trader," is not only a bond trader, mentor, and entrepreneur. Through our conversation, you'll quickly discover that he is also an everyday PM. His journey involves countless hours of working hard and studying the bond trading market. "A bond is a unit of debt issued by a company or government. It pays an annual fixed interest rate or coupon rate, which depends
Project Management Principles That Spider-Man: No Way Home Can Teach Us
Spider-Man: No Way Home crushed it at the Box Office, making a whopping $609.9 million domestically through New Year's weekend and over $1 billion globally (The Hollywood Reporter, 2022). With a 94% Rotten Tomatoes rating, the film has quickly become something to be marveled at (no pun intended). While many are in awe of the film's many surprises, I find myself reveling in the subtle project manag
Accidental Project Manager with Ray Frohnhoefer
One of my favorite questions to ask fellow project managers is "Did you plan to be a PM or did you stumble into it?" So, imagine my surprise when I heard the term Accidental PM for the first time. It just fits. Not only does Accidental PM perfectly capture how many of us "stumbled upon" the role, but it is also the title of author Ray W. Frohnhoefer's bestselling book, Accidental Project Manager:
Project Management Coffee Chat - All About Post-Mortems
Coffee chats, water cooler talk, quick huddles... As project managers, we thrive on these happenstance meetings as an opportunity to information gather. While I recommend these types of syncs are not utilized for decision-making, we can leverage this time as a chance to discuss pressing matters in a much more comfortable setting.
We are back for the second installment of Project Manag
Crafting a Career Roadmap with Teal Heath
Teal brings over twenty-five years of clinical, operational, business, and technical expertise in healthcare. She is a Registered Nurse (RN), a Six Sigma Green Belt, is Program and Portfolio Management Mastery certified, is Project Management Professional (PMP) certified. Teal has a Bachelor of Science and Nursing (BSN) degree, a Master of Computer Resources and Information Management degree, and
A Mindful Approach to Project Management with George Pitagorsky
George Pitagorsky is a globally recognized project and process management thought leader who integrates mindfulness and process thinking into his work to improve individual and team performance. He assesses, consults, coaches, and teaches to enable optimal performance. He has spoken at global conferences and for companies such as Microsoft and Nokia.
He has more than fifty years of experience in p
Business Improv with Peter Margaritis
Going OFF SCRIPT doesn’t come naturally to most organizational leaders. We want to control the narrative, ensure ideal outcomes, script the conversations, manage the problems, predict the future, and win (negotiations, new business, market share, and more). But what if good leaders could become better leaders by doing the opposite — by letting go of the control, by going “off script” in their conv
Creating High Value PMOs with Brendon Baker
Brendon Baker established the Valuable Change Co. with one central mission in mind: to Help Change Leaders Drive Real Value, but on his way found his secondary mission: Fight Unnecessary Complexity. Where change isn’t about delivering on-time or on-budget, but rather actually getting what you’re looking for out of it.
Brendon knew from the very beginning of his career that he didn’t want to do the
Project Leadership with Allison Ong
What does it mean to be a project leader? Project Leadership means going above and beyond our duties as a project manager by infusing leadership principles into how we manage our projects, like authenticity and transparency. PMI's definition of project leadership: "The knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to guide, motivate, and direct a team, to help an organization achieve its business goals.
Project Management Coffee Chat - PM Basics
Coffee chats, water cooler talk, quick huddles... As project managers, we thrive on these happenstance meetings as an opportunity to information gather. While I recommend these types of syncs are not utilized for decision-making, we can leverage this time as a chance to discuss pressing matters in a much more comfortable setting.
When Greg Christensen, Vice President of ProjectHub.com reached out
Megaprojects with Dakota White
Dakota White is a results-oriented Project Manager with experience in higher education and healthcare business operations, with a track record of consulting with executives to influence business decisions and optimize organizational effectiveness. She is best known for successfully managing cross-functional relationships and streamlining business processes. Amidst the pandemic, Dakota took on her
Kevin Torf and Getting the Job Done
Kevin Torf is an information-systems executive with a career spanning more than 40 years. He specializes in large-scale IT strategic plans, project design, procurement and implementation. Over his career, Kevin has orchestrated the design and implementation of numerous complex IT infrastructure deployments across the globe, including some of the world’s largest communication network systems. He is
Bob McGannon on Intelligent Disobedience Leadership
Bob is the co-founder and director of Intelligent Disobedience Leadership and founder of Mindavation. Specializing in advanced leadership techniques, strategic program and portfolio management and establishing Project Management Offices on three continents, Bob has worked with inexperienced to advanced business leaders from more than 15 countries, with a wide variety of industry backgrounds and ha
Post-Project Blues
We've all had that feeling after completing a big milestone - a sense of loss, sadness, and even depression. As project managers, we invest so much of ourselves in completing our projects that when it's over, it's not uncommon for post-project blues to settle in. Our days that were filled with planning, execution, and team collaboration are once again free of the multitude of meetings and interact
The PMBOK® Guide – Seventh Edition Review
Since 1996, PMI has set the standard of terminology and guidelines for the project management profession. It's been four years since the Project Management Institute (PMI) published the The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Guide – Sixth Edition. Deemed as one of the most thorough and detailed editions of them all, the Sixth Edition was rigid, outlining the project lifecycle complete w
Star Wars & Project Based Learning
What do Star Wars and project management have in common? You may think very little. However, if you talk to Dr. Joshua Montgomery, you'll find that these two topics are truly synergistic like C-3PO and R2-D2. In this week's episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, I welcome Dr. Joshua Montgomery, Associate Professor of Computer Science at Southern State Community College, to teach us just how Star Wars
Spotlight on Ann Campea, Founder of The Everyday PM
Welcome to Episode 28 of The Everyday PM podcast where we get to know more about Ann Campea, Founder of The Everyday PM. On the Podcast's one-year anniversary, we celebrate The Everyday PM's Founder, her professional journey, mentors who have supported her along the way, and why The Everyday PM means so much to her!
Big shout out to Brian Summons for your continued support of this community and fo
The Importance of Planning
Welcome to episode 27 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I welcome guest host, Ryan Myers, Operations Manager/Senior Project Manager, Haven Agency to talk about the importance of planning.
The planning phase follows the first phase of a project, concept and initiation, and is one, if not THE most critical to project success. When planning for a project, a project manager in collaboration with the pr
Spotlight On Sanaz Sadeghian, the youngest PMP® certified Iranian
Welcome to episode 26 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I spotlight Sanaz Sadeghian, MSc., PMP, PMI-SP, PSM I, the youngest person in Iran with a Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification and a professional in project management.
Sanaz came to America from Iran in 2019, a country where preference is given to men over women in project management field jobs. Not only is Sanaz the youngest
Spotlight On Donna Gregorio, The Successful Project Manager
Welcome to episode 25 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I spotlight Donna Gregorio, published author of The Successful Project Manager: Practical Guidance from Lessons Learned.
Donna Gregorio, a veteran of corporate IT project management, published author, college grad school instructor, and well-respected conference speaker. Donna’s own journey to excellence has been fueled with a passion for empo
Spotlight On Brian Summons - Iraq Combat Veteran to IT PM
Welcome to episode 24 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I spotlight Mr. Brian Summons, MPSM, PMP, CSM, CSPO, Iraq combat veteran to Senior IT project manager.
I remember clapping my hands after Brian spoke up in our virtual class about how gaining a project management certification does not guarantee your success as a project manager. He went on to outline the many attributes that make for a succes
Pre-Mortem: What is it and How to use it effectively
Welcome to episode 23 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I welcome back to the podcast Jennifer H. Elder, CSP, CPA, CVP (Certified Virtual Presenter), CEO of the sole proprietorship, The Sustainable CFO, to talk about Pre-Mortem: What is it and How to use it effectively.
Consider the saying, an "apple a day keeps the doctor away. What is that actually telling us? That preventative measures like gett
Improv Project Management
Welcome to episode 22 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I welcome Peter Margaritis, CSP, C.P.A. Peter is an improv virtuoso, consultant, coach, podcaster, and the author of Improv Is No Joke, Taking the Numb Out of Numbers, and his upcoming book, ‘Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improvisation.'
Project Managers are improvisors when you really consider what we do for a living. Whether it's
Yad Senapathy, Founder and CEO of Project Management Training Institute (PMTI)
Welcome to episode 21 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I have the honor of interviewing Yad Senapathy, Founder and CEO of the Project Management Training Institute (PMTI).
How many of you have considered obtaining your Project Management Professional (PMP) certification? Not sure how to get started on the journey? Join Yad Senapathy, Founder and CEO of PMTI and I discuss his journey to founding PM
Focusing on the End Goal ALWAYS
Welcome to episode 20 of The Everyday PM Podcast where we discuss focusing on the end goal always and tips for staying on-track throughout the course of your project.
Let's face it, staying focused in a world full of distractions is challenging. In our everyday lives, we have that singular goal for the day. Maybe it's optimizing our production to be better than the day before. But what happens thr
Change Management Principles
Welcome to episode 19 of The Everyday PM Podcast where we discuss Change Management principles, tool and techniques.
Change, whether it is in our personal lives or professional lives, can be daunting. Most people do not like change. Why? Perhaps it is the uncertainty that it carries. That is why it's important for us as project managers to be the champions of change to help expel the worry and anx
Degree Versus Experience
Welcome to episode 18 of The Everyday PM Podcast where I look back at the age old debate of degree versus experience.
As the project management industry continues to grow and evolve, as does its' candidate pool. The rigid dichotomy between degree versus experience presents a question mark for everyone competing for project manager roles. Those candidates who are fresh out of college lack the exper
Connecting Project Work to Business Strategy
Welcome to episode 17 of The Everyday PM Podcast where we discuss making the connection between project work and business strategy.
Making this connection in our everyday lives starts at a young age. As early as we can start talking, outside of what's your name and can you say your ABCs, we're asked "What do you want to be when you grow up?" And very early on, we are being asked to start thinking
Citizen Development
Welcome to episode 16 of The Everyday PM Podcast where we introduce a new segment called "Retrospective." Retrospective episodes will look back at recent project project management hot topics. For the inaugural retrospective, I am looking back at Citizen Development.
What is Citizen Development? Simply put, it's taking non-IT trained employees and training them to become software developers. I fir
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