Podcasts about Project management

When a project starts to slip, silence is the real risk. In this episode, Kevin Pannell shares how to escalate early, run real-time retros, and rebuild the plan using the KISS method, keeping it simple and strategic.Learn how to make escalation collaborative, protect team trust, and turn failure into alignment.Based on the Progress section of The People, Process, and Progress of Project Management.

In this episode, Ricardo discusses the role of luck and probability in project management. He explains that while luck can influence outcomes, it favors those who are prepared. Probability, he says, is not a prediction but a decision-making tool that helps manage uncertainty. Effective project managers turn randomness into results through preparation: identifying risks, creating contingency plans, defining triggers, and building buffers. Ricardo also warns against hindsight bias, which makes us underestimate luck after success. He recommends modeling uncertainty with scenarios, using simulations for high-risk decisions, protecting the critical path with buffers, and designing flexibility into projects. True management, he concludes, is not about eliminating luck but shaping how it affects outcomes—turning uncertainty into smarter choices and opportunities. Listen to the podcast to learn more!

Neste episódio, Ricardo discute o papel da sorte e da probabilidade na gestão de projetos. Ele explica que, embora a sorte possa influenciar os resultados, ela favorece aqueles que estão preparados. A probabilidade, segundo ele, não é uma previsão, mas uma ferramenta de tomada de decisão que ajuda a gerenciar a incerteza. Gerentes de projeto eficazes transformam a aleatoriedade em resultados por meio da preparação: identificando riscos, criando planos de contingência, definindo gatilhos e construindo reservas. Ricardo também alerta para o viés da retrospectiva, que nos faz subestimar a sorte após o sucesso. Ele recomenda modelar a incerteza com cenários, usar simulações para decisões de alto risco, proteger o caminho crítico com reservas e incorporar flexibilidade aos projetos. A verdadeira gestão, conclui ele, não se trata de eliminar a sorte, mas de moldar como ela afeta os resultados — transformando a incerteza em escolhas e oportunidades mais inteligentes. Escute o podcast para saber mais.

The guys dig into the real split between self-performing and running a GC outfit and what actually moves a build when design runs headfirst into the schedule. From Bugatti-level brand lessons to field fixes (bracing, factory edges, install expectations), this one's about picking a lane and building like you mean it. Show Notes: Anderson Windows and Big Doors Promotion (0:00) Builder Trend and Client Management (2:13) Harnish Workwear and Personal Experiences (3:47) Self-Performing vs. General Contractor (5:42) Building the Bugatti of Homes (8:50) Balancing Hands-On Work and Management (17:58) Efficiency and Learning from Mistakes (19:56) Project Management and Communication (39:46) Balancing Quality and Efficiency (47:50) Personal Reflections and Future Goals (52:01) Video Version: https://youtu.be/HNd4rd6yFVQ   Partners:  Andersen Windows Buildertrend Harnish Workwear  Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear   The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts:  Nick Schiffer  Tyler Grace  Podcast Produced By: Motif Media  

Hariolf Wenzler vom CLP der Bucerius Law School und Marc erörtern, wie KI Pricing, Geschäftsmodelle und Teamstrukturen verändert und warum Golfsets das bessere Bild liefern als Tennisschläger. Das Gespräch zeigt Wege für Studierende, Referendare und junge Anwälte, zusätzliche Skills zu erwerben und interdisziplinär zu arbeiten. Wie entsteht eine vertrauensvolle Plattform für Project Management, Marketing und Finance? Bleibt das zweite Examen unverzichtbar? Antworten auf diese und viele weitere Fragen erhaltet Ihr in dieser Folge von IMR. Viel Spaß!

SUMMARY: Terryn & Aaron discuss how teams can effectively transition from annual planning into quarterly execution using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) concept of rocks — major business initiatives that typically take 1–3 months to complete. The episode focuses on how to plan, manage, and follow through on these quarterly priorities through structured "rock parties."   Minute by Minute:  00:00 Introduction and Annual Planning Recap 03:09 Understanding Rock Parties and Their Importance 06:12 The Challenges of Visionaries and Project Management 08:59 Effective Communication in Rock Parties 12:23 Time Management for Rock Parties 15:02 Defining Rocks and Milestones 18:21 Ownership and Accountability in Projects 21:07 Conclusion and Key Takeaways   Visit us at thecollabteam.com   Or Join our Ops Experts Academy!

In this conversation, Frank Verdeja shares his extensive experience in e-commerce and data management, discussing the importance of bridging the communication gap between technical teams and business stakeholders. He emphasizes the role of data integrity in e-commerce and the growing significance of data management systems in the age of AI. Frank expresses his enthusiasm for discovering new e-commerce companies and supporting startups in the Minneapolis area.TakeawaysFrank has 13 years of experience in e-commerce and data management.He emphasizes the importance of context in communication between technical and business teams.Data integrity is crucial for businesses of all types.Frank's company focuses on data governance and observability.He believes that understanding the value of data helps prioritize tasks.The rise of AI has made data management systems more important than ever.Customers prefer to own their data and need suitable platforms.Frank enjoys learning about new e-commerce companies in the Twin Cities.He has a passion for supporting startups and new players in the market.The conversation highlights the intersection of technology and business in e-commerce.Chapters00:00Introduction to E-commerce and Data Management02:57Bridging the Gap: Technology and Business Communication05:33Data Integrity and Its Role in E-commerce06:06The Future of E-commerce and Data Management06:06TC - Outtro All AV version 1.mp4

Project professionals across the globe deliver meaningful work in myriad ways—all with a goal to make the world a better place. So how did two project managers start their careers, one producing concerts across the globe and the other inspiring teams at LEGO? We discuss what makes them proud to be project managers, some of their favorite projects and more. Our guests are Jim Digby, PMP, project manager and tour and production director at Show Makers in Philadelphia, and Liliana Janette Gómez Castrejón, PMP, project manager at The LEGO Group in Herning, Denmark.  Key themes01:03 Delivering projects, from major music tours to LEGO06:32 The project management skills that help deliver creative projects08:40 Overcoming challenges with stakeholder management and finding your leadership style12:39 Bringing creativity into leading creative projects 17:55 Project manager pride: Creating healthy, diverse team environments 

One in four people has a disability. Why aren't we designing museums better for them?What is inclusive design? How does it relate to universal design, or the ADA? Which disciplines and departments have to get involved to make a museum truly inclusive? What happened when the military tried to design for the “average” jet pilot? If we design for better accessibility, are we designing for our own future selves?Sina Bahram and Corey Timpson (Principals, Prime Access Consulting) join host Jonathan Alger (Managing Partner, C&G Partners) to discuss “Inclusive Design Will Change the World.”Along the way: curb cuts, multimodality, and the finance department.Talking Points:1. What is Inclusive Design?2. The Average Jet Pilot3. 1 in 4 People have a Disability4. Vectors of Human Difference5. Inclusive Design Has No Boundaries6. It's a Convincing Company, not an Accessibility One7. A Company That's Hopefully Pointless One DayHow to Listen:Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-the-museum/id1674901311  Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/6oP4QJR7yxv7Rs7VqIpI1G  Listen at Making the Museum, the Website:https://www.makingthemuseum.com/podcast  Links to Every Podcast Service, via Transistor:https://makingthemuseum.transistor.fm/ Guest Bios:Sina Bahram (President, Prime Access Consulting) is a blind computer scientist, consultant, researcher, speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur. He works with executive management, policymakers, engineering teams, content creators, designers, and others to promulgate accessibility and inclusive design throughout an organization. In 2012, President Obama recognized Sina as a White House Champion of Change. Sina and his PAC colleagues collaborate on creating digital experiences (web, app, embedded, projected, and more), immersive media, themed entertainment, capital builds, and any/all aspects of experiential design in order to welcome the widest possible audience. Sina serves on and chairs various corporate, research, and non-profit boards. Sina is a Mission Astro Access ambassador and recipient of a Thea Award.Corey Timpson (Principal, Prime Access Consulting) is an active collaborator and thought leader in the fields of inclusive design, digital media, and experience design within the cultural and themed entertainment industries. As one of the two principals of Prime Access Consulting, Inc. (PAC) Corey's primary focus is to facilitate the creation of inclusive, rich, and meaningful experiences that are welcoming to everyone. Among Corey's previous positions, he was the Vice-President of Exhibitions, Research, and Design, and concurrently served as the Project Director, for the design-build of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights where his focus was on interpreting difficult knowledge and presenting it through an inclusive, multimodal, and transmedia storytelling approach. Corey's design leadership has accounted for over 30 international awards in the fields of environmental, exhibition, and graphic design, digital and interactive media, digital systems design, film and linear media, and universal design. Corey serves as an Advisory Board member of Europe's Best in Heritage and is a board member of the Portrait Gallery of Canada.About Making the Museum:Making the Museum is hosted (podcast) and written (newsletter) by Jonathan Alger. MtM is a project of C&G Partners | The Exhibition and Experience Design Studio.Learn more about the creative work of C&G Partners:https://www.cgpartnersllc.com/ Links for This Episode:Prime Access Consulting (PAC):https://pac.bz Mosaic (M4C):https://m4c.space Links for Making the Museum, the Podcast:Contact Making the Museum:https://www.makingthemuseum.com/contact Host Jonathan Alger, Managing Partner of C&G Partners, on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanalger Email Jonathan Alger:alger@cgpartnersllc.com C&G Partners | The Exhibition and Experience Design Studio:https://www.cgpartnersllc.com/ Making the Museum, the Newsletter:Like the show? You might enjoy the newsletter. Making the Museum is also a free weekly professional development email for exhibition practitioners, museum leaders, and visitor experience professionals. (And newsletter subscribers are the first to hear about new episodes of this podcast.)Join hundreds of your peers with a one-minute read, three times a week. Invest in your career with a diverse, regular feed of planning and design insights, practical tips, and tested strategies — including thought-provoking approaches to technology, experience design, audience, budgeting, content, and project management.Subscribe to the newsletter:https://www.makingthemuseum.com/

In this episode of the ABB Solutions Podcast, host Mike Murphy is joined by Randy Stevens, North American Training Manager for Automation Solutions. They discuss one of the most common challenges professionals face: maintaining focus in a world filled with distractions. Randy shares practical advice on creating structure and consistency to help you stay clear-minded, avoid burnout, and achieve meaningful goals. Tune in to hear insights on:The Value of Focus: Why intentional time to think is crucial for personal and professional growth. Battling Distractions: How to manage the constant interruptions of modern communication.Building Habits of Focus: Scheduling recurring focus blocks to create structure and discipline. Consistency Over Intensity: Why small, steady actions matter more than short bursts of effort.Avoiding Burnout: Recognizing early signs and making changes before it's too late.Process Over Perfection: How focusing on daily discipline leads to long-term success.ReferencesIf you would like to attend a training, head over to our U.S. Drives & PAC Automations Solutions Training page.  Interested in learning more about ABB Drives? Join our Tech Tuesday webinars where our experts tackle topics from improving efficiency and reliability to solving maintenance issues.Podcast 1: Strategy – defining direction and aligning your team: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/17631204Podcast 2: Project Management – scope, scheduling and resources defined: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/15697913Podcast 3: Team Building – communication, cohesion and collaboration: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/17267078Podcast 4: Setting and Achieving Goals – creating structure and maintaining momentum: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1770390/episodes/17963852

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   In this episode, Justin interviews Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair, the Vice President, Commercial, Phoenix Park Energy Marketing Limited. Justin and Kellee Ann discuss her target risk career starting in her undergraduate days studying chemistry, to her role as VP of Commercial for a gas supply organization. She describes the range of responsibilities she carries. Kellee Ann also speaks of her presence at the upcoming RIMS ERM Conference 2025 on November 17th and 18th in Seattle, Washington.   Listen for understanding about the complexity and interconnectivity of risks in ERM.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:17] About this episode of RIMScast. Our guest is Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair. She is the Vice President of Commercial at Phoenix Park Energy Marketing Limited, and a member of the RIMS Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council. There is much to discuss with her! But first… [:47] The next RIMS-CRMP-FED Virtual Workshop will be held on November 11th and 12th and led by Joseph Mayo. Links to these courses can be found through the Certifications page of RIMS.org and through this episode's show notes. [1:07] RIMS Virtual Workshops! RIMS has launched a new course, "Intro to ERM for Senior Leaders." It will be held again on November 4th and 5th and will be led by Elise Farnham. [1:21] On November 11th and 12th, Chris Hansen will lead "Fundamentals of Insurance". It features everything you've always wanted to know about insurance but were afraid to ask. Fear not; ask Chris Hansen! RIMS members always enjoy deep discounts on the virtual workshops! [1:40] The full schedule of virtual workshops can be found on the RIMS.org/education and RIMS.org/education/online-learning pages. A link is also in this episode's notes. [1:51] RIMS Webinars! On November 6th, HUB will present "Geopolitical Whiplash — Building Resilient Global Risk Programs in an Unstable World". That session will be moderated by Christina Howard, our guest from last week. Register at RIMS.org/Webinars. [2:08] The RIMS ERM Conference 2025 will be on November 17th and 18th in Seattle, Washington. The agenda is live, and the link is available in this episode's show notes. [2:20] That brings us to today's guest, Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair. She is the Vice President of Commercial at Phoenix Park Energy Marketing Limited, a U.S. subsidiary of Phoenix Park Gas Processors, LLC. [2:35] We're going to learn all about oil, gas, and the energy sector and how it intertwines with ERM. In addition, Kellee Ann will be making her RIMS ERM Conference debut! [2:48] Kellee Ann will be highly visible, especially on November 18th, when she leads the ERM Networking Breakfast, the Conference Finale Panel, and the recently added session at 1:30 p.m. on the 18th, "Exploiting Uncertainty: Making the Business Case for Strategic Risk Treatments." [3:09] That session was added after we recorded this interview, which is why we do not discuss it. Kellee Ann has a fascinating career and background. Between that and her presence at the ERM Conference, she's a wonderful guest, and I'm so glad we had this interview! [3:23] On with the show! Let's get to it! [3:25] Interview! Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair, welcome to RIMScast! [3:34] Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair, it's a pleasure to finally have you on our show!  [3:43] Kellee Ann is a relatively new member of the RIMS Strategic and Enterprise Risk Management Council. She will be at the RIMS ERM Conference on November 17th and 18th. She will lead the ERM Networking Breakfast Tabletop Discussions. [4:12] Kellee Ann has a fascinating career, and she works in a unique sector. She's an energy sector professional and works in the oil and gas industry. The key to her embarking on the risk journey was when she did her Master's in Project Management. [4:36] One of the areas was Project Risk Management, to which Kellee Ann had a great affinity. She liked the analytical thinking that goes behind assessing what could likely impact your project. [4:53] Also, the accountability and ownership that goes into the planning phase, making sure that you're thinking of everything that could go wrong, as a means of making sure that you're achieving your objectives. [5:05]  In 2004, Kellee Ann wrote her thesis on implementing enterprise risk management practices into private sector organizations. [5:15] It honed the tools she would use in project risk management with the greater goal of having a large impact on the organization, by impacting strategy and strategy delivery. [5:33] From there, Kellee Ann participated in risk committees in her organization and other organizations, helping them push the risk agenda and making sure they have the right mindset that allows them to make sure that they are achieving their business mandates. [5:59] Kellee Ann always intended to work in the energy sector in oil and gas. Her undergraduate degree is in chemistry. She always liked understanding how things are made and how they function. In the energy space, many of the operations are rooted in chemistry. [6:22] Kellee Ann speaks of the business component of getting the molecules out to market. ERM meshes with her affinity for chemistry, risk management, business, analytical thinking, and understanding how your business model functions and what could likely impact it.  [7:13] Kellee Ann has managed project risk registers for her department, on the commercial side. She is always risk-focused, identifying any threats to the business and incorporating that into contract negotiations, and how she liaises with her stakeholders and customers. [7:41] For Kellee Ann, it was a perfect match, meshing her passion and her job responsibility. In the risk management profession, you get to have a direct impact on the success or failure of your business. [8:03] Kellee Ann is based in Houston with Phoenix Park Energy Marketing Limited, the U.S. subsidiary of Phoenix Park Gas Processors LLC, which is located in Trinidad and Tobago. It's a natural gas processing facility. [8:23] Kellee Ann leads the commercial function of Phoenix Park Energy Marketing Limited. The energy sector is dynamic, impacted by geopolitics, the volatility of market prices, and even other industries, and the investments they make. [8:37] For example, AI requires lots of power to run. For AI development to be successful means heavily investing in power. That's likely to have an impact on commodity prices. Everything is interconnected. [8:52] Interconnected risk is a current process in terms of managing the complexity of the current business environment. The energy sector becomes a good proxy for how you manage complex operations and still run a profitable business, fulfilling its purpose and mission. [9:16] Kellee Ann's mental model of risk management is prudent decision-making. You have to be able to justify to the shareholders that you are leading the organization in the right direction and prove the thinking behind what you are recommending. [9:42] You have to demonstrate the value proposition: This is what will prevent me from implementing my mission, and this is what I'm going to put in place. [9:51] Even though this is preventing a threat, these are the opportunities I'm seeing out of it. This is how I can move the needle a little further, because I'm looking at it from a holistic perspective. I'm no longer looking at it as a separate function. It becomes good business. [10:16] Kellee Ann is not functionally in charge of commercial. She is in charge of the strategic aspects of it. The Risk Management Department focuses on the operational aspects of the business and also feeds in strategic elements. [10:29] Kellee Ann has incorporated ERM into her lifestyle because of her subject matter expertise. She has gotten the opportunity to lecture on enterprise risk management and offer consultancy for private sector organizations that are early adopters in terms of risk maturity. [10:49] Kellee Ann considers that she has a broad experience in risk management, leveraging the tools in each of her job responsibilities. [11:05] Kellee Ann is over enterprise risk management from a strategic perspective. She has a high-level view of all risks likely to impact operations. She ensures that all risk mitigations are in place and makes sure she is exploiting all opportunities the organization would like to embrace. [11:31] There is enterprise risk management expertise within the organization, focused on the functional perspective, while Kellee Ann focuses on the strategic perspective, looking at emerging risks and how they impact the business and the marketability of the product. [11:49] Kellee Ann also looks at what areas of opportunity it opens up for her in terms of making an impact on the customers. [11:58] Kellee Ann is Vice President of Commercial. There is a separate Risk Management Department. They work together regularly. Kellee Ann tells how risks are managed functionally and strategically, and that employees have toolkits to distill information for prudent decisions. [12:36] Quick Break! The RIMS CRO Certificate Program in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management is our live virtual program led by the famous James Lam. Great news! A third cohort has been announced, from January through March 2026! [12:57] Registration closes January 5th. Enroll now. A link is in this episode's show notes. [13:06] Save the dates March 18th and 19th, 2026, for The RIMS Legislative Summit, which will be held in Washington, D.C. [13:14] Join us in Washington, D.C., for two days of Congressional Meetings, networking, and advocating on behalf of the risk management community. Visit RIMS.org/Advocacy for more information and updates and to register. [13:28] We've got more plugs later. Let's return to our interview with Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair! [13:48] When communicating risks and opportunities to executive leadership, instead of charts, Kellee Ann utilizes storytelling to create a more compelling description of what is happening in the market or external environment and how it's going to impact the organization. [14:08] Kellee Ann says there has to be a balance between the quantitative and the qualitative. [14:12] You have to communicate in a way that demonstrates the business case for taking a particular action, whether or not you want to enter a new market, market new commodities, or introduce new technology. [14:24] All of that is likely to introduce risks, either from a threat perspective or an opportunity perspective. You want to be able to have the conversation in a way that everybody understands, everyone is on the same wavelength, and understands why this direction has to be taken. [14:40] This is important in terms of culture building. You want to have a culture of risk management. You want to have a culture where everyone is aware that you're not making decisions by intuition, feeling, or personal bias, but that decisions are driven by data. [15:00] Context matters. Storytelling is what is going to make that context clearer. [15:05] Kellee Ann asks, if you decide by going with your gut, you might be lucky, but how do you defend it if your luck runs out? It's very important to be emotionless in decisions. The data has to tell the story. You want to marry the data with the context. [15:51] Global current events can be brought into the discussion if they are materially in context. In risk management, it's very important to determine the impact they are likely to have on the organization. It brings to the forefront the question of relevance. [16:09] News is important for information, from the point of view of awareness. You want to distill the news in the context of relevance to your organization. There will be some events where your competitors are taking a particular action successfully. [16:26] They may be successful because their business model is designed in a way that allows them to capture that opportunity faster. If you take a copy-and-paste approach, you may find that you're not going to be successful because your supply chain or context is different. [16:43] A snippet of it may be relevant, but you have to redesign it, looking at your internal resources or the eternal context. [16:53] You have to map it to internal resources to determine whether or not this is going to have a high impact on your organization, whether or not it's good to know, or whether or not it's to be monitored to determine when is the right time for you to implement it. [17:07] Kellee Ann says the complexity comes in distilling what it is, if it is relevant, and the timing of that relevance. [17:18] Kellee Ann is more inclined to work just in time rather than be tied to arbitrary deadlines that do not add value. This comes from her project management background. What are your business drivers? What are the regulatory deadlines? What is the customer expecting? [18:50] The art and science of risk management. [21:26] One Final Break! Some of you may have heard he recent RIMScast episode sponsored by Diligent, "Mastering ERM: Leveraging Internal and External Risk Factors," with Jason Venner, who's also a RIMS-CRMP-FED holder. [21:41] Jason is joining us here on RIMScast to discuss his upcoming appearance at the RIMS ERM Conference 2025, which will be held on November 17th and 18th. We will be seeing him present on Tuesday, November 18th. [21:58] His session is titled, "Benchmarking Beyond Boundaries: Elevating ERM Programs with External Risk Insights." Jason, welcome back to RIMScast! Tell us all about it! [22:08] Jason says, We're going to be joined by one of our partners, my colleague and friend, Maurice Crescenzi, an industry practice leader at Moody's, in Risk Analytics. [22:22] The audience is going to learn about the value of being able to benchmark your risk information and data against your peers, competitors, and suppliers to be able to provide your leadership and board with a single, clear view of holistic risk, internally and externally. [22:40] This session provides the external viewpoint. [22:51] Jason encourages audience participation and will be available for questions afterward, for as long as anyone needs. He is super excited to get to this conference! Several of his colleagues from Diligent are going to be there, along with Maurice and some of his colleagues. [23:05] If you don't catch Jason after the session, please stop by the Diligent booth. He'll talk for as long as you want. We'll see you there! [23:15] Thank you, Jason. I look forward to seeing you there. As we said, remember to look for the link in this episode's show notes to Jason's recent RIMScast appearance on mastering ERM. [23:28] Let's Conclude Our Interview with Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clair! [23:51] Kellee Ann describes business risks. You want to get away from siloed thinking. Risk management tends to create siloes of functional, financial, and operational risks. You have to look at it all as business risks.  [24:38] There's liability. You have to pay out claims, or there's an impairment to your reputation, either losing the customer trust to operate, or shareholders withdrawing their cash. It starts with reframing. Kellee Ann speaks of environmental risk and supply chain resilience. [25:39] If you are a coffee supplier, what is the risk if you lose access to coffee plantations? The cost of supply increases. The quantity of produce is no longer there due to climate change. [26:09] There are aspects of human rights. Are you procuring employees in a fair and just manner? Are the work conditions safe? It's a business risk if people leave because they are not safe. The conversation has to be reframed in terms of how you are identifying risk. [27:06] Environmental risks can be greater and more material than operational risks. [27:42] About ESG Governance. Planetary boundaries are not anecdotal or a special-interest topic. They have to be part of the risk conversation about your risk capacity. Kellee shares an example about shipping through port facilities. Map your risks, global to internal. [30:13] Kellee Ann explains further about climate risks, resources, and geopolitical sensitivities. [31:59] Looking at the agenda of the ERM Conference 2025, Kellee Ann is starting and closing our day on Tuesday, November 18th. She'll be supervising the ERM Networking Breakfast Tabletop Discussion. There will be discussions at each table, and you are encouraged to join in. [32:32] Kellee Ann will be leading off the topic on Emerging Risks. She'll be interested to find out from her peers who will be on the table for their views on Emerging Risks and the tools they use to identify and manage emerging risks in their organizations. [33:02] At the end of the day, at 3:30 p.m., Kellee Ann will be part of the ERM Conference Finale, SERMC Panel Discussion, along with other members of the RIMS SERMC Council, to recap some of the Conference highlights, observations, and new information. [33:24] Kellee Ann is excited to be onstage with the others, gain new insights, and share her perspective on what she learned at the Conference. Kellee is comfortable onstage. [33:44] Justin says it will be a new way for us to close out the Conference. I'm very much looking forward to it and to meeting you in person, as well. [34:05] The RIMS ERM Conference has been on Kellee Ann's wish list for a while, and she's made it happen this year. [34:22] I look forward to seeing you on November 17th and 18th at the RIMS ERM Conference 2025, in Seattle, Washington. [34:37] Special thanks again to Kellee Ann Richards-St. Clare for joining us here on RIMScast. She will be omnipresent at the RIMS ERM Conference 2025, November 17th and 18th, and especially on the 18th. She'll be helping to kick off that Breakfast Networking Session. [34:54] And then at 1:30, she was recently added to the new session, "Exploiting Uncertainty: Making the Business Case for Strategic Risk Treatments." That was added after this interview was recorded. [35:05] Of course, Kellee Ann will be on the panel closing out the Conference, during the Finale, so be sure to stop by, say hello, and tell her that you heard her fabulous interview on RIMScast! [35:18] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [35:46] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [36:03] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [36:20] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [36:36] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [36:50] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. 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[37:01] Practice good risk management, stay safe, and thank you again for your continuous support!   Links: RIMS ERM Conference 2025 — Nov. 17‒18 | Register Now RIMS-CRO Certificate Program In Advanced Enterprise Risk Management | Jan.‒March 2026 Cohort | Led by James Lam RISK PAC | RIMS Advocacy | RIMS Legislative Summit SAVE THE DATE — March 18‒19, 2026 RIMS-Certified Risk Management Professional (RIMS-CRMP) The Strategic and Enterprise Risk Center RIMS Diversity Equity Inclusion Council RIMS Risk Management magazine | Contribute RIMS Now RIMS Professional Report: "Understanding Interconnected Risks" Upcoming RIMS Webinars: RIMS.org/Webinars "Geopolitical Whiplash — Building Resilient Global Risk Programs in an Unstable World" | Nov. 6 | Sponsored by HUB   Upcoming RIMS-CRMP Prep Virtual Workshops: RIMS-CRMP-FED Exam Prep Virtual Workshop — November 11‒12 Full RIMS-CRMP Prep Course Schedule "Intro to ERM for Senior Leaders" | Nov. 4‒5 | Instructor: Elise Farnham "Fundamentals of Insurance" | Nov. 11‒12 | Instructor: Chris Hansen "Leveraging Data and Analytics for Continuous Risk Management (Part I)" | Dec 4. 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Design and building websites…that's the fun part.Managing the project, collecting content, onboarding, handling revisions and feedback…typically, not so much.Which is why, if you can automate as much of the repeatable tasks and make a system and process for the “unfun” parts of a web design project, it'll make your life much easier and more profitable.That's what we're diving into this one with automation and systems specialist (and fellow 17hats user) Kristen Lettini.We get into:What automations you're missing (and why to add them NOW)The GOLD of auto-remindersUsing a CRM like 17hats to automate as much as possibleMy “before and after” automation momentWhy improving systems is THE KEY to sustainabilityGet my quote, contract & invoice templates (for free) with a 7-day trial of 17hats, the CRM I've been using for over 10 years!

In this episode, Ricardo explains why executives need to understand the logic of project management to make informed strategic decisions. Projects drive organizational changes, such as digital transformation, new products, entry into new markets, and mergers. Without understanding how projects add value and manage risk, leaders may fail to connect strategy to execution. Many focus only on "normal functioning," but the future depends on "business as change." By understanding the dynamics of projects, executives ask better questions, support teams effectively, and build a results-oriented culture. This knowledge helps them keep pace with the organization, prioritize efficiently, and see failures as learning opportunities. True leadership requires learning to think like a project, not like tools, but like governance, critical thinking, and value creation. Listen to the podcast to learn more!

Neste episódio, Ricardo explica por que os executivos precisam entender a lógica da gestão de projetos para tomar decisões estratégicas embasadas. Projetos impulsionam mudanças organizacionais, como transformação digital, novos produtos, entrada em novos mercados e fusões. Sem entender como os projetos agregam valor e gerenciam riscos, os líderes podem não conseguir conectar a estratégia à execução. Muitos se concentram apenas no "funcionamento normal", mas o futuro depende de "negócios como mudança". Ao compreender a dinâmica dos projetos, os executivos fazem perguntas melhores, apoiam as equipes de forma eficaz e constroem uma cultura orientada a resultados. Esse conhecimento os ajuda a acompanhar o ritmo da organização, priorizar com eficiência e enxergar as falhas como oportunidades de aprendizado. A verdadeira liderança exige aprender a pensar como um projeto, não como ferramentas, mas como governança, pensamento crítico e criação de valor. Escute o podcast para saber mais.

In this episode of the Project Chatter podcast, Val and Dale welcome Kevin O'Grady, a director at Cognitive, who shares his extensive experience in project management, particularly in the built environment. The conversation delves into the practical applications of blockchain technology in construction, the importance of carbon tracking, and the emerging role of sustainable aviation fuel. Kevin provides insights into how these technologies can enhance project delivery and efficiency, while also discussing the challenges and opportunities they present. The episode emphasizes the need for transparency and collaboration in the industry, as well as the importance of measuring and improving carbon emissions.TakeawaysKevin O'Grady has a diverse background in project management and engineering.Blockchain can enhance transparency and trust in project delivery.Carbon tracking is essential for sustainable project management.Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is gaining traction but faces infrastructure challenges.AI can play a significant role in tracking project progress and carbon emissions.Collaboration among stakeholders is crucial for successful project outcomes.The construction industry needs to adapt to new technologies for better efficiency.Measuring carbon emissions is vital for improving sustainability in projects.Project wallets could revolutionize payment transparency in construction.Innovation in the industry is driven by the need for better practices and technologies.Chapters04:24 Kevin O'Grady's Journey in Project Management07:33 Transitioning from Engineering to Commercial Management09:21 Technological Innovations in Project Management13:12 The Role of Digital Twins in Project Delivery17:20 Understanding Blockchain Technology20:58 Blockchain Applications in Construction27:43 Exploring Real-World Use Cases for Blockchain30:23 Tokenization in Construction Payments32:03 Linking Progress and Blockchain34:54 Smart Contracts and Payment Automation36:51 Challenges in Implementing Blockchain39:42 The Role of Profit Margins in Construction43:03 Carbon Measurement and Blockchain43:32 Sustainable Aviation Fuel and Its Challenges

Alisher Rakhimov, is a product manager at Fluxon and author of Make Pigs Fly. In this episode, Ali offers ways to help PMs level up their game. Along the way we discuss – the Journey (1:45), Soviet Union (6:45), That Dog Won't Hunt (11:45), Defy Mediocracy (14:00), Explain your job to Mom (17:20), Juice Not Worth the Squeeze (22:15), Ask Stupid Questions (30:30), and Woulda, Shoulda, Coulda (36:15).     Get a copy of Ali's book @Make Pigs Fly This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.  Music intro and outro from the creative brilliance of Kenny Kilgore. Lowriders and Beautiful Rainy Day.

In The Right People on the Bus, I share how a Nick Saban clip popped up in my algorithm this week, and it hit home. His message about getting the right people on the bus, and the wrong people off, speaks directly to project leadership. As project managers, we build our own teams every day, and success depends on who is on board, how we support them, and when we recognize it is time for someone to move on.In this episode, I share what Saban's philosophy means for project teams: how to foster high performers, coach those who need direction, and help those who are ready to get off at their own stop. Leadership is about alignment, accountability, and care, not control.???? Takeaway: Make every effort to keep everyone on the bus, but recognize when it is time for someone to find a different route.???? Learn more about my books and podcast at https://peopleprocessprogress.com???? The Stability Equation: 7 Pillars for a More Balanced Life???? The People, Process, and Progress of Project Management????️ Own your mind, move your body, anchor your spirit.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 1856: Michael Mehlberg unpacks the power of simplicity in productivity and the emotional toll of relentless hustle. By cutting through complexity and guilt, he offers clear, actionable insights to help you stay focused, finish what matters, and protect your well-being from burnout. Read along with the original article(s) here:⁠ https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2018/5/21/project-management-solution-keep-it-simple-stupid⁠ AND⁠ https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2018/8/15/hustle-guilt⁠ Quotes to ponder: "Complexity is the enemy of execution." "Hustle is not bad. Guilt is not bad. But hustle guilt is a killer." "You don't have to suffer to succeed."

Here's the big problem with journey maps...It's often like you've composed a masterpiece, but no one is there to actually play it.This is what I feel when I see a carefully crafted map (our version of "music on paper"), which ultimately fails to make an impact. Sure, we do the research, map the insights, and identify opportunities, but on Monday morning, everyone just goes back to their old routines, checking off to-do items in Jira, ClickUp, or Asana.The map becomes an impressive visual, but it's disconnected from the way work is done.This is the implementation gap, and it's where most journey management efforts fail.So in episode 7 of the Journey Management Playbook series, Tingting Lin and I address this exact problem head-on. This isn't a guide about what to map rather, it's about how to plug your insights into the operational reality of your organization.We're moving beyond the theory and into the practical, day-to-day workflow.I even share my own project management setup, share how things get done in my business and we discuss how to bridge the gap between my project list and the customer journey.In this episode, you'll hear:* Why creating a "parallel workflow" for journey management is a recipe for failure.* How to "plug into" your organization's existing ceremonies.* A practical way to reverse-engineer your team's current project backlog and to connect it back to the journey.* The right way to use prioritization matrixes to spark stakeholder conversations and grow alignment.So if you want to make your journeys the driving force behind your daily decisions, not just another document lost on a hard drive or fading away on the wall, make sure you don't miss this one.--- [1. LINKS ] ---Playbook Slides - https://go.servicedesignshow.com/-sofmSign up for TheyDo - https://go.servicedesignshow.com/scjwb --- [ 2. GUIDE ] ---00:00 Welcome to TheyDo EP 0702:00 Implementation gap03:00 Defining the Operational Workflow06:00 The Practical Challenge09:00 Connecting the Triple Diamond to the Music Metaphor12:45 Understanding the big picture15:30 Connecting the churn-reduction journey map 16:30 Journey Management to Project Management 19:30 Modeling initiatives in TheyDo to show a successful integration approach21:30 How to Model Initiatives in TheyDo for Journey Linkage24:00 Linking Initiatives to Opportunities/Journeys25:30 Scoring Initiatives by Impact and Effort28:00 Connecting Discovery (TheyDo) to Delivery (ClickUp/JIRA)30:15 Context in the Journey Tool 32:00 Bi-directional Synchronization34:00 How to set up the connectio35:45 Understanding the Organizational Workflow37:30 Handoffs between the Triple Diamond Workflow39:00 How to Implement the Workflow 41:00 The needed Cultural shift42:00 Impact driven language44:30 How to handle non-journey work47:00 The Workflow is not a Designer's Job Alone49:00 Recap: The 4 steps50:30 Journey of the Journey Manager54:30 Journey Framework for Strategic Alignment56:30 Ensuring Business Value 58:00 Scaling and Governance1:02:30 Coming Up Next --- [ 3. FIND THE SHOW ON ] --- Youtube ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/journey-management-playbook-07-youtubeSpotify ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/journey-management-playbook-07-spotifyApple ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/journey-management-playbook-07-appleSnipd ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/journey-management-playbook-07-snipd

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Autumn Winds of Change: Surviving a Corporate Merger Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2025-10-30-22-34-02-he Story Transcript:He: בחודש אוקטובר, עונת הסתיו הגיעה לעיר הגדולה.En: In October, the autumn season arrived in the big city.He: מגדלי זכוכית גבוהים שיקפו את הנופים הצבעוניים של העלים המתחלפים.En: Tall glass towers reflected the colorful views of the changing leaves.He: בתוך אחד ממגדלי המשרדים הרבים האלה שכנה חברת תוכנה גדולה, שבה עבדו אבי, מרים ונועם.En: Inside one of these many office towers was a large software company, where Avi, Miriam, and Noam worked.He: אבי היה מנהל פרויקט מסור.En: Avi was a dedicated project manager.He: הוא אהב את השגרה שבעבודה, גם כשהכול מסביב רחש ושקק.En: He loved the routine of work, even when everything around him was bustling and busy.He: מרים, לעומתו, הייתה אנליסטית שאפתנית ומלאת תקווה.En: Miriam, in contrast, was an ambitious and hopeful analyst.He: היא ראתה במיזוג החברה הגדול הזדמנות להתקדמות בקריירה שלה.En: She saw the big company merger as an opportunity to advance her career.He: נועם, מנהל הקריאייטיב של החברה, חש בקונפליקט פנימי.En: Noam, the company's creative director, felt an internal conflict.He: הוא התחלק בין ההקדשה לפרויקט הנוכחי ובין החשש מהשינויים שהביא המיזוג.En: He was torn between his dedication to the current project and his fear of the changes the merger would bring.He: בוקר אחד הפתיעו את העובדים.En: One morning, the employees were surprised.He: הודיעו על מיזוג פתאומי עם תאגיד נוסף.En: A sudden merger with another corporation was announced.He: האווירה במשרד הפכה למבולבלת ומשובשת.En: The office atmosphere became confused and disrupted.He: מכתבים המודיעים על שינויים תלו על לוחות המודעות, ואנשי הצוות דיברו על כך יותר מאשר על הפרויקט הקרוב לסיום.En: Notices announcing changes were pinned to bulletin boards, and the staff talked about it more than about the project nearing completion.He: אבי הרגיש שזו המשימה שלו להוביל את הצוות בשלום משבר זה.En: Avi felt it was his duty to lead the team safely through this crisis.He: הוא כינס את כולם בחדר הישיבות הגדול.En: He gathered everyone in the large meeting room.He: "אנחנו חייבים להתמקד בפרויקט," הוא אמר בקול משכנע, "ואנחנו נסיים אותו בזמן.En: "We must focus on the project," he said convincingly, "and we will finish it on time."He: " רוחות הסתיו הנושבות מעבר לחלונות הגדולים הזכירו לכולם את החשיבות שביציבות.En: The autumn winds blowing outside the large windows reminded everyone of the importance of stability.He: הימים חלפו, והצוות מצא עצמו מתמודד עם אי ודאות ולחץ.En: Days passed, and the team found themselves dealing with uncertainty and pressure.He: אבל בעזרתו של אבי, הם המשיכו לעבוד בנחישות.En: But, with Avi's help, they continued to work with determination.He: להפתעת כולם, בליל כל הקדושים, בנייה של דלעות ונרות מסביב, אבי השמיע נאום שנגע לכל אחד מהם.En: To everyone's surprise, on Halloween night, surrounded by pumpkins and candles, Avi gave a speech that touched each one of them.He: "המיזוג הזה יכול לשנות אותנו, אבל העבודה שלנו היום יכולה להשאיר חותם.En: "This merger can change us, but our work today can leave a mark."He: " נועם התחיל לעבוד על הפתרונות היצירתיים הנחוצים, ומרים הצליחה לארגן את הנתונים בצורה חדשה ומפתיעה.En: Noam began working on the necessary creative solutions, and Miriam managed to organize the data in a new and surprising way.He: בסופו של יום, הפרויקט הושלם בהצלחה, והצוות קיבל הערכה רבה.En: In the end, the project was completed successfully, and the team received much appreciation.He: כשהמיזוג הלך לתומו, ושינויים חילקו את המשרדים מחדש, אבי וצוותו נשארו יחד.En: As the merger completed and changes rearranged the offices, Avi and his team stayed together.He: המאמץ והמנהיגות של אבי זיכו אותו בהכרה מיוחדת.En: Avi's efforts and leadership earned him special recognition.He: למרות שהשינויים המיזוגיים גרמו לריגוש ולשינויים ברגלה, אבי למד לשחרר קצת מהעבר ולהבין שעבודה קשה והסתגלות מביאות עמן הזדמנויות חדשות ומרגשות.En: Although the merger changes brought excitement and disarray, Avi learned to let go of the past a bit and understood that hard work and adaptation bring new and exciting opportunities.He: החורף היה קרוב, והסיפור של אבי, מרים ונועם רק החל להתחיל אם כן.En: Winter was near, and the story of Avi, Miriam, and Noam was only just beginning. Vocabulary Words:autumn: סתיוreflected: שיקפוdedicated: מסורroutine: שגרהmerger: מיזוגopportunity: הזדמנותadvance: התקדמותconflict: קונפליקטcrisis: משברconvincingly: בקול משכנעstability: יציבותuncertainty: אי ודאותdetermination: נחישותspeech: נאוםappreciation: הערכהrecognition: הכרהdisarray: שינויים ברגלהadaptation: הסתגלותtower: מגדליםanalyst: אנליסטיתambitious: שאפתניתannounce: הודיעוdisrupted: משובשתbulletin: לוחותcompletion: סיוםpressure: לחץsurprise: הפתעהcreative: קריאייטיבsolutions: פתרונותnecessary: נחוציםBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Honoring Ancestors: A Día de los Muertos Office Transformation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-10-30-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En el corazón del otoño, las hojas caían lentas, tiñendo las calles de tonos dorados y naranjas.En: In the heart of autumn, the leaves fell slowly, coloring the streets in golden and orange tones.Es: Dentro de las oficinas de Proyectos Innovadores, el espíritu del Día de los Muertos comenzaba a llenar el aire.En: Inside the offices of Proyectos Innovadores, the spirit of the Día de los Muertos began to fill the air.Es: Adela, la perfeccionista diseñadora gráfica, caminaba por los pasillos observando los preparativos.En: Adela, the perfectionist graphic designer, walked through the halls observing the preparations.Es: En cada rincón se veía el colorido papel picado y las ofrendas adornadas con cempasúchiles y fotos de ancestros.En: In every corner, the colorful papel picado and the offerings adorned with cempasúchiles and photos of ancestors could be seen.Es: Adela sonrió.En: Adela smiled.Es: Este año quería que la celebración fuera especial, un homenaje verdadero y conmovedor.En: This year she wanted the celebration to be special, a true and moving tribute.Es: En otra parte de la oficina, Esteban, el nuevo gerente de proyectos, estaba nervioso.En: In another part of the office, Esteban, the new project manager, was nervous.Es: Este era su primer gran evento desde que empezó a trabajar allí, y quería impresionar a todos.En: This was his first big event since he started working there, and he wanted to impress everyone.Es: Aunque deseaba que todo saliera bien, sus conocimientos sobre las tradiciones mexicanas eran escasos.En: Although he wanted everything to go well, his knowledge about Mexican traditions was limited.Es: Cuando revisó el pedido de decoraciones, se sintió satisfecho, ignorando que había elegido elementos más propios de Halloween que de Día de los Muertos.En: When he reviewed the decoration order, he felt satisfied, unaware that he had chosen elements more appropriate for Halloween than for Día de los Muertos.Es: Por suerte, Marisol, la experimentada gerente de recursos humanos, vigilaba de cerca los preparativos.En: Luckily, Marisol, the experienced human resources manager, was closely monitoring the preparations.Es: Desde hacía años, ella había sido el alma de las fiestas de la empresa, asegurando que cada parte del evento respetara las tradiciones y educara a quienes no las conocían bien.En: For years, she had been the soul of the company's celebrations, ensuring every part of the event respected the traditions and educated those unfamiliar with them.Es: Marisol había visto a Esteban someter la orden y pensó que debía intervenir.En: Marisol had seen Esteban submit the order and thought she should intervene.Es: Mientras Adela organizaba los elementos de la ofrenda, notó una pequeña calabaza anaranjada entre las flores.En: While Adela organized the elements of the offering, she noticed a small orange pumpkin among the flowers.Es: Intrigada, se acercó a Esteban.En: Intrigued, she approached Esteban.Es: —¿Esteban, estas calabazas son para Halloween, verdad?En: "Esteban, these pumpkins are for Halloween, right?"Es: —preguntó con suavidad.En: she asked gently.Es: Esteban se sonrojó.En: Esteban blushed.Es: —Ah, pensé que serían... apropiadas —admitió, confundido.En: "Ah, I thought they would be... appropriate," he admitted, confused.Es: Adela rió, no con burla, sino con comprensión.En: Adela laughed, not in ridicule, but with understanding.Es: —¿Te gustaría saber más sobre el Día de los Muertos?En: "Would you like to know more about the Día de los Muertos?"Es: —ofreció Adela, recordando que la empatía era su mejor aliada.En: offered Adela, remembering that empathy was her best ally.Es: Esteban asintió con gratitud.En: Esteban nodded with gratitude.Es: Adela le habló del significado de la celebración, sobre cómo honra a los ancestros y celebra la vida.En: Adela spoke to him about the meaning of the celebration, about how it honors the ancestors and celebrates life.Es: Había una belleza conmovedora en sus palabras, y Esteban comenzó a comprender cuán importante era para sus compañeros.En: There was a moving beauty in her words, and Esteban began to understand how important it was to his colleagues.Es: Juntos, comenzaron a cambiar las calabazas por velas y más flores de cempasúchil.En: Together, they began to replace the pumpkins with candles and more cempasúchil flowers.Es: Lograron que Marisol les arrendara decoraciones más adecuadas a última hora, incluso las calaveritas de azúcar llegaron a tiempo.En: They managed to have Marisol lend them more appropriate decorations at the last minute; even the calaveritas de azúcar arrived on time.Es: La noche del evento, el salón estaba magnífico.En: On the night of the event, the hall was magnificent.Es: Adela, Marisol y Esteban miraban satisfechos el resultado de su trabajo en equipo.En: Adela, Marisol, and Esteban looked at the result of their teamwork with satisfaction.Es: Esteban había aprendido mucho, no solo sobre las tradiciones, sino sobre el valor de trabajar junto a personas como Adela y Marisol.En: Esteban had learned a lot, not just about the traditions, but about the value of working alongside people like Adela and Marisol.Es: Cuando la gente comenzó a llegar, se asombraron ante la belleza de la celebración.En: When people began to arrive, they were amazed at the beauty of the celebration.Es: Se sentía el espíritu de los ancestros, y aquel evento sería recordado no solo por su fidelidad a las tradiciones, sino por el trabajo conjunto de todos.En: The spirit of the ancestors was felt, and that event would be remembered not only for its fidelity to the traditions but for the joint work of everyone.Es: Adela había logrado lo que se propuso: una celebración auténtica y emocionante.En: Adela had achieved what she set out to do: an authentic and exciting celebration.Es: En su corazón, sabía que sus ancestros estarían orgullosos.En: In her heart, she knew her ancestors would be proud.Es: Y en ese proceso, tanto ella como Esteban encontraron algo más profundo: un respeto mutuo y un entendimiento más allá de las costumbres.En: And in that process, both she and Esteban found something deeper: mutual respect and an understanding beyond customs. Vocabulary Words:the perfectionist: la perfeccionistathe offering: la ofrendathe ancestor: el ancestrothe spirit: el espírituthe hall: el salónthe corner: el rincónthe tribute: el homenajenervous: nerviosoknowledge: los conocimientosto observe: observarto monitor: vigilarto replace: cambiarappropriate: adecuadasthe beauty: la bellezathe respect: el respetounderstanding: el entendimientothe empathy: la empatíathe decorations: las decoracionesmagnificent: magníficothe gratitude: la gratitudto admit: admitirto blush: sonrojarsethe calaverita: la calaveritato impress: impresionarthe colleague: el compañerofamiliarity: el conocimientoauthentic: auténticaorange: naranjasthe candle: la velathe pumpkin: la calabaza

All EAs are project managers, but are you leveraging project management frameworks and tools? Learn about the skillset and principles you need to wow executives with expert Tareka Wheeler, PMP. Recorded at EA Ignite Spring 2025 and produced by the American Society of Administrative Professionals - ASAP. Learn more and submit a listener question at asaporg.com/podcast.

Laravel expert Joel Clermont joined me on Ditching Hourly to share how he and his co-founder run their successful dev subscription business. Chapters(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Introduction (00:16) - Joel's Background and Business Model Transition (01:54) - Launching the Dev Subscription Model (04:47) - Marketing and Initial Success (07:44) - Client Profiles and Demand (11:19) - Managing Client Expectations and Scope (18:58) - Onboarding and Project Management (21:21) - Handling Messy Projects and Infrastructure (25:06) - Client Capacity and Longevity (26:47) - Exploring Client Sizes and Ideal Fits (28:39) - Balancing Workload and Client Expectations (32:06) - Ensuring Client Satisfaction (34:47) - Managing Work and Time Effectively (43:11) - Challenges and Downsides of Subscription Model (47:54) - Marketing Strategies for Developers (52:52) - Conclusion and Resources Joel's LinksJoel's website » https://nocompromises.io/Joel's books » https://masteringlaravel.io/booksJoel's courses » https://masteringlaravel.io/coursesJoel's community » https://masteringlaravel.io/community ----Do you have questions about how to improve your business? Things like:Value pricing your work instead of billing for your time?Positioning yourself as the go-to person in your space?Productizing your services so you never have to have another awkward sales call or spend hours writing another custom proposal?Book a one-on-one coaching call with me and get answers to these questions and others in the time it takes to get ready for work in the morning.Best of all, you're covered by my 100% satisfaction guarantee. If at the end of the call, you don't feel like it was worth it, just say the word, and I'll refund your purchase in full.To book your one-on-one coaching call, go to: https://jonathanstark.com/callI hope to see you there!

I almost ran out of P words and alliteration is important here. I promised you more solo episodes last year, and in absolutely no way have I delivered. Here's one!A little life update, then answering your questions on work, my studies, how I got into MCing, and whether or not I think PR sendouts actually move product... then into some beauty chat about prescription actives and wedding perfumes. As always, thank you to everyone who submitted questions! Stay up to date on Instagram at @gemdimond and @glow.journal, or get in touch at hello@gemkwatts.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of our podcast, we cover the operational backbone of ecommerce businesses with industry thought leader Aran Kapila, CEO of leading integration platform HighCohesion. As ecommerce continues to grow, and tech stacks diversify, the importance of robust operations is more critical than ever. Aran shares invaluable insights on how businesses can streamline their operations to support growth and efficiency.Why ecommerce teams should listen:Scalability insights: learn how to prepare your operations for scaling, whether you're a fast-growing startup or an established brand. Efficiency tips: discover strategies to maintain quality and efficiency in back-office processes during rapid growth.Expert advice: learn from Aran and James' experience with large-scale integrations and operational transformations across various ecommerce platforms.Future-proofing: understand the importance of proactive planning and documentation to future-proof your business operations.Key discussion points:Operational transformation: the critical role of operational planning and minimising risk based on business size and tech maturity. Integration challenges: the importance of maintaining seamless tech stack integrations to avoid operational bottlenecks.Documentation and process flows: the need for thorough documentation to ensure smooth transitions and scalability.Project management: the necessity of having dedicated project management resources to oversee complex transformations.Chapters:[00:30] Introduction and Episode Overview[02:30] Importance of Operational Planning[08:30] Integration Challenges and Solutions[16:00] Role of Documentation in Scalability[21:00] Project Management in TransformationsThis episode is useful for teams looking to enhance their operational capabilities and drive sustainable growth. Tune in to gain actionable insights and strategies from industry experts.Subscribe to get the latest trends and insights in ecommerce direct to your inbox: http://eepurl.com/gJFLtj

In this episode we dive into Schedule HealthThe ChallengeYou're handed a live project and a plan that “passes DCMA,” yet dates keep slipping and no one trusts the critical path. On this episode of Beyond Deadlines, we tackle the core challenge: what “schedule health” really means and how to use it to drive real predictability.We discuss why a schedule is more than a spreadsheet of tasks, it's an algorithm that models intent and execution and how the best schedulers blend data checks with field truth to build trust and precision in project delivery.Continue LearningCheck out our book The Critical Path Career: How to Advance in Construction Planning and SchedulingSubscribe to the Beyond Deadlines Email NewsletterSubscribe to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Beyond Deadlines⁠⁠⁠⁠ Linkedin Newsletter⁠⁠Check Out Our YouTube Channel⁠⁠.ConnectFollow ⁠⁠⁠Micah⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Greg⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠Beyond Deadlines⁠⁠ on LinkedIn.Beyond DeadlineIt's time to raise your career to new heights with Beyond Deadlines, the ultimate destination for construction planners and schedulers. Our podcast is designed to be your go-to guide whether you're starting out in this dynamic field, transitioning from another sector, or you're a seasoned professional. Through our cutting-edge content, practical advice, and innovative tools, we help you succeed in today's fast-evolving construction planning and scheduling landscape without relying on expensive certifications and traditional educational paths. Join us on Beyond Deadlines, where we empower you to shape the future of construction planning and scheduling, making it more efficient, effective, and accessible than ever before.About MicahMicah, the CEO of Movar US is an Intel and Google alumnus, champions next-gen planning and scheduling at both tech giants. Co-founder of Google's Computer Vision in Construction Team, he's saved projects millions via tech advancements. He writes two construction planning and scheduling newsletters and mentors the next generation of construction planners. He holds a Master of Science in Project Management, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.About GregGreg, an Astrophysicist turned project guru, managed £100M+ defense programs at BAE Systems (UK) and advised on international strategy. Now CEO at ⁠⁠Nodes and Links⁠⁠, he's revolutionizing projects with pioneering AI Project Controls in Construction. Experience groundbreaking strategies with Greg's expertise.Topics We Coverchange management, communication, construction planning, construction, construction scheduling, creating teams, critical path method, cpm, culture, KPI, microsoft project, milestone tracking, oracle, p6, project planning, planning, planning engineer, pmp, portfolio management, predictability, presenting, primavera p6, project acceleration, project budgeting, project controls, project management, project planning, program management, resource allocation, risk management, schedule acceleration, scheduling, scope management, task sequencing, construction, construction reporting, prefabrication, preconstruction, modular construction, modularization, automation, Power BI, dashboard, metrics, process improvement, reporting, schedule consultancy, planning consultancy, material management

In this episode of the Investor Fuel Podcast, host Michelle Kesil interviews David Baker, founder of the Land Value Alpha Fund. David shares insights into his unique approach to land investment in Northwest Montana, focusing on purchasing land, conducting infrastructure development, and creating value through sustainable practices. He discusses his journey into real estate, the operational aspects of the fund, and the various income sources available to investors. David also highlights a successful project case study and outlines his ambitious goals for scaling the business and expanding beyond Montana.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode, Ricardo discusses activity loops, which occur when tasks become predecessors and successors to each other, creating cycles that make schedule calculations difficult. Although schedules are designed for linear flows, engineering and innovation projects are often iterative, with constant revisions and feedback. Looping isn't a mistake, but it needs to be represented correctly. Ricardo suggests some ways to avoid this problem, such as creating successive versions (elaboration 1, 2, final), using intermediate milestones, or delayed start-start relationships. When interdependence is unavoidable, he recommends using the Design Structure Matrix (DSM), which maps circular relationships and helps plan blocks of iterative activities. The important thing is to choose the model that best represents the project's reality. Listen to the podcast to learn more!

In this episode, I talk with Megan Burbank, Associate Vice President at CP Engineers, Architecture and Environmental Services, about overcoming project management challenges in the AEC industry. We explore proven strategies for managing regulatory compliance, empowering diverse teams, and leveraging evolving digital tools like Civil 3D and GIS. Megan shares hard-earned insights from her 25-year […] The post Overcoming Project Management Challenges in Civil Engineering Projects – Ep 090 appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

Neste episódio, Ricardo fala sobre os loops de atividades, que ocorrem quando tarefas se tornam predecessoras e sucessoras entre si, gerando ciclos que dificultam o cálculo dos cronogramas. Embora os cronogramas sejam pensados para fluxos lineares, projetos de engenharia e inovação costumam ser iterativos, com revisões e feedbacks constantes. O loop não é um erro, mas precisa ser representado corretamente. Ricardo sugere algumas formas de evitar esse problema, como criar versões sucessivas (elaboração 1, 2, final), usar marcos intermediários ou relações início-início com atraso. Quando a interdependência é inevitável, ele recomenda o uso da Design Structure Matrix (DSM), que mapeia relações circulares e ajuda a planejar blocos de atividades iterativas. O importante é escolher o modelo que melhor represente a realidade do projeto. Escute o podcast para saber mais!

Fluent Fiction - Mandarin Chinese: Harmony in Design: A Tale of Creative Collaboration Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/zh/episode/2025-10-26-07-38-20-zh Story Transcript:Zh: 在一个满是阳光的秋天早晨，远山的黄色树叶在微风中摇曳着。En: On a sunny autumn morning, the yellow leaves on the distant mountains swayed in the gentle breeze.Zh: 在猎户座街上，有一间温馨的家庭工作室。En: On Liehuozuo Street, there was a cozy family studio.Zh: 这里是Lian、Zhi和Mei共同工作的地方，En: This is where Lian(Lian), Zhi(Zhi), and Mei(Mei) worked together.Zh: 三位自由职业者正忙于他们的项目。En: The three freelancers were busy with their projects.Zh: 工作室里充满了茶香，让人想起即将到来的重阳节。En: The studio was filled with the aroma of tea, reminiscent of the upcoming Chongyang Festival.Zh: Lian是一名出色的平面设计师，他一心想在项目中融入更多创意元素，但感到缺乏些许艺术自由。En: Lian(Lian) was an excellent graphic designer who wanted to incorporate more creative elements into his projects but felt a lack of artistic freedom.Zh: Zhi则是一名实用主义的作家，工作和家庭责任让他有些分身乏术。En: Zhi(Zhi), on the other hand, was a pragmatic writer, feeling a bit stretched between work and family responsibilities.Zh: 他希望项目能够按时完成，好保持稳定的工作流程。En: He hoped the project could be completed on time to maintain a stable workflow.Zh: Mei是一位充满激情的新手项目经理，急于证明自己的领导能力。En: Mei(Mei) was a passionate novice project manager eager to prove her leadership abilities.Zh: 三人在一个大桌子旁坐下，Lian展示了他的一些设计想法。En: The three sat down at a large table, and Lian(Lian) presented some of his design ideas.Zh: “这些设计很大胆，”他解释道，“我相信它能让我们更有竞争力。”En: "These designs are bold," he explained, "I believe it can make us more competitive."Zh: Zhi摇了摇头，“我们不能把时间花在这些附加的创意上。En: Zhi(Zhi) shook his head, "We can't spend time on these additional creative elements.Zh: 我们需要简化，确保按时交付。”En: We need to simplify to ensure on-time delivery."Zh: 他担心错过最后期限可能会影响他们未来的工作机会。En: He was concerned that missing the deadline might impact their future job opportunities.Zh: Mei坐在两人中间，她理解双方的想法。En: Mei(Mei) sat between the two, understanding both perspectives.Zh: 她知道保持团队的和谐是成功的关键。En: She knew maintaining team harmony was key to success.Zh: 她说：“或许我们可以结合Lian的创意，又不影响Zhi的时间计划。”En: She said, "Maybe we can combine Lian(Lian)'s creativity without affecting Zhi(Zhi)'s schedule."Zh: 随着重阳节的临近，老家习俗是要去爬山、赏菊，还有喝菊花酒。En: As the Chongyang Festival approached, the old custom was to climb mountains, admire chrysanthemums, and drink chrysanthemum wine.Zh: Mei想要借这个节日让团队放松一下。En: Mei(Mei) wanted to use this festival to let the team relax a bit.Zh: 于是她说：“我们可以在重阳节后汇报工作。En: So she said, "We can report after the Chongyang Festival.Zh: 这样，Lian可以有一些时间去调整设计，而我们也会按时完成。”En: This way, Lian(Lian) can have some time to adjust the designs, and we will still finish on time."Zh: 在接下来的几天，团队合作得出奇顺利。En: In the following days, the team's collaboration went surprisingly smoothly.Zh: Lian在他的设计里融入了一些独特的创意元素。En: Lian(Lian) was able to incorporate some unique creative elements into his designs.Zh: Zhi也同意了一些非本质的部分被精简，以确保时间可控。En: Zhi(Zhi) also agreed to streamline some non-essential parts to keep the timeline manageable.Zh: 在Mei的协调下，团队更紧密地协作。En: Under Mei(Mei)'s coordination, the team collaborated more closely.Zh: 重阳过后的一天，项目完美交付。En: The day after the Chongyang Festival, the project was delivered perfectly.Zh: 客户很满意，尤其赞赏了设计的新颖。En: The client was very satisfied, especially praising the novelty of the design.Zh: Lian明白到团队合作才是成功的关键，Zhi也对创意有了新的理解。En: Lian(Lian) realized that teamwork was the key to success, and Zhi(Zhi) gained a new understanding of creativity.Zh: Mei则成长为一个更优秀的领导者，她知道了如何真正重视每一个人的意见。En: Mei(Mei) grew into a better leader, learning how to truly value everyone's opinions.Zh: 窗外，是满眼的金黄，一如这充满合作与成功的项目。En: Outside the window, there was a view full of golden hues, just like the project full of collaboration and success.Zh: 三人坐下喝着菊花茶，庆贺他们共同的胜利。En: The three of them sat down to drink chrysanthemum tea, celebrating their shared victory. Vocabulary Words:swayed: 摇曳gentle: 微风cozy: 温馨aroma: 茶香reminiscent: 让人想起incorporate: 融入pragmatic: 实用主义stretched: 分身乏术novice: 新手bold: 大胆perspectives: 想法streamline: 精简hues: 金黄schedule: 时间计划freelancers: 自由职业者studio: 工作室competitive: 竞争力simplify: 简化deadline: 最后期限collaboration: 合作satisfied: 满意novelty: 新颖teamwork: 团队合作leader: 领导者admire: 赏菊chrysanthemum: 菊花coordination: 协调proposed: 提议relax: 放松victory: 胜利

We already know what to do and what not to do in our lives, but when our intent drifts, so does our progress. This Focus Friday builds on When Strategy Fails: Fix the Intent Gap by combining principles from The Stability Equation and The People, Process, and Progress of Project Management to help you reset your intent, align your people and process, and move forward with purpose.

Send us a textThis week on Project Weight Loss, we're diving into something that doesn't get nearly enough credit — fun. Not the kind that just happens when everything's perfect, but the kind you can choose, plan for, and use as strategy.In this episode, I talk about why laughter, joy, and connection aren't distractions from your goals — they're essential to reaching them. From a weekend in San Francisco that reminded me how powerful community can be, to research that shows fun lowers stress and builds resilience, we're exploring how to hold both the hard and the happy, the serious and the silly.So tune in and let's talk about what it means to laugh deeply, live intentionally, and see fun as fuel — for your body, your mind, and your Project Weight Loss journey.Because laughter isn't just a feeling — it's a strategy.Quote of the Week:“Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.”— Ralph Waldo EmersonDisclaimer:The information shared in this podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. I'm not a therapist, counselor, or your personal life coach. If you're experiencing emotional distress or mental health challenges, please reach out to a qualified healthcare or mental health professional. Everyone's situation is unique, and getting the right support can make all the difference.Citations:·       Fredrickson, B. L. (2001). The role of positive emotions in positive psychology: The broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions. American Psychologist, 56(3), 218–226.·       Pressman, S. D., et al. (2009). Association of enjoyable leisure activities with psychological and physical well-being. Psychosomatic Medicine, 71(7), 725–732.·       HelpGuide. (2024). The benefits of play for adults. Retrieved from www.helpguide.org·       Psychology Today. (2023). The importance of fun. Retrieved from www.psychologytoday.comLet's go, let's get it done. Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

Today we talk with Joe Zanone. We talk through what pre-planning for a project looks like and what we think is to come in the future of downtown Denver.Joe Zanone is a recognized professional in Denver, Colorado's real estate and capital project industries. He founded Zanone Project Management (ZanonePM) in 2019 and serves as owner's representative to GHD Architecture Engineering Construction (U.S. and Canada), Mile High United Way, EdgeCore Data Centers, and Project Worthmore, to name a few. Zanone Project Management have been involved with over one hundred projects in 26 U.S. states and 4 Canadian provinces.  As a businessperson, Joe is purposeful in giving back. He is the President of Guys Who Give Denver, a Project Helping Hand board member, and donated time to Food For Thought. Joe and his wife live in the Denver Highlands neighborhood with their two young children and the family pup, Frank.Enjoy!to reach Joe: Joe ZanoneZanone Project Management303.335.6417joe.zanone@zanonepm.com to reach Kieding: Katie Winter Kwinter@kieding.com Kim Hoff khoff@kieding.com www.Kieding.com 303.399.9100 Hosts: Kim Hoff and Katie Winter Production by Fred Winter https://shadowfromthesky.com/

When nonprofits tackle a major platform shift, the tech is only half the story. JMT Consulting pros Brady Haslebacher (Director of Program Management) and Dagmar “Dagi” Stanton (Manager of Education Services) map out the human and operational moves that make change stick. This informative episode breaks down why big projects stall—no top-down buy-in, poor internal communication, and late user inclusion—and then shows how to reverse it with a clear cadence, a requirements doc everyone can point to, and training that respects different learning styles. You'll also hear how to build champions: start with pain points, practice real workflows, revisit what was decided four weeks ago, and connect dashboards to daily tasks so executives and staff share one view of success.Brady puts it plainly: “Without communication, missions fail.” From day one, he presses leaders to create a real pre-decision phase—document requirements, prioritize reporting needs, and establish ownership from the C-suite through front-line users. His data points are clear: a typical engagement runs ~90 days to go-live, ~60 days of hypercare, and one to two working sessions per week—about six months end-to-end.Dagi brings the trainer's lens, focusing on behavior and confidence. She works with teams who didn't even choose the new system, flipping reluctance into momentum by making sessions unexpectedly fun and practical. Her mantra cuts through inertia: “The right answer isn't ‘because we've always done it that way.'” She intentionally sets up safe mistakes so users learn how fast they can correct entries—lowering stress and building mastery. The result is less dread and more people who actually enjoy using the tools.In closing, you'll get details on JMT's Innovate 2026 (Washington, D.C., May 4–6): a pre-conference day for deep skill building, followed by multi-track sessions that span software, finance, management, and sector trends—plus the chance to meet your people in person.If you're planning a system change—or sitting in one right now—this conversation gives you timelines, team roles, and a playbook to move from anxiety to adoption without the hair-on-fire moments.#ChangeManagement #NonprofitTechFind us Live daily on YouTube!Find us Live daily on LinkedIn!Find us Live daily on X: @Nonprofit_ShowOur national co-hosts and amazing guests discuss management, money and missions of nonprofits! 12:30pm ET 11:30am CT 10:30am MT 9:30am PTSend us your ideas for Show Guests or Topics: HelpDesk@AmericanNonprofitAcademy.comVisit us on the web:The Nonprofit Show

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Erika speaks with Daniel Green of BlackBriar Development about his journey in real estate and contracting. Daniel shares insights on scaling a business, the importance of choosing the right clients, and the value of networking. He discusses lessons learned from his experiences, including the significance of enjoying the process of construction and the current market opportunities in Los Angeles.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Hosts: Renee Chuichiarelli & Julie Parks Published: October 21, 2025 Length: ~6 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center

In this conversation, Nik Farooqui discusses the critical issues surrounding construction project management, particularly the consequences of inadequate oversight and assessment. He shares a case study of a luxury home project where a contractor absconded with a significant amount of money, highlighting the importance of regular evaluations and the role of consultants in navigating such challenges. The discussion emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in construction projects to prevent financial losses and legal disputes.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Harmony in a Coffee House: A Tale of Structure & Creativity Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-10-21-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In een gezellig koffiehuis in het hart van Amsterdam, met pompoenen en spinnenwebben als decoratie, zaten Sven en Marlies aan een hoektafeltje.En: In a cozy coffee house in the heart of Amsterdam, with pumpkins and cobwebs as decoration, Sven and Marlies sat at a corner table.Nl: Buiten dwarrelden de herfstbladeren door de smalle straten, terwijl binnen de geur van versgezette koffie de lucht vulde.En: Outside, the autumn leaves fluttered through the narrow streets, while inside, the scent of freshly brewed coffee filled the air.Nl: Sven en Marlies werkten samen aan een belangrijk project voor hun bedrijf.En: Sven and Marlies were working together on an important project for their company.Nl: Sven, een punctuele projectmanager, hield van strakke planningen en gedetailleerde spreadsheets.En: Sven, a punctual project manager, loved tight schedules and detailed spreadsheets.Nl: Marlies, daarentegen, was een creatieve designer die graag buiten de lijntjes kleurde.En: Marlies, on the other hand, was a creative designer who liked to think outside the box.Nl: "Het is cruciaal dat we onze deadline halen," begon Sven, terwijl hij zijn notitieboekje opensloeg.En: "It is crucial that we meet our deadline," Sven began, as he opened his notebook.Nl: Hij keek Marlies aan, vastberaden maar vriendelijk.En: He looked at Marlies, determined but friendly.Nl: "We moeten ervoor zorgen dat alles volgens plan verloopt."En: "We must ensure that everything goes according to plan."Nl: Marlies knikte begrijpend maar niet zonder haar eigen visie kwijt te willen.En: Marlies nodded in understanding but was not without wanting to share her own vision.Nl: "Wat als we iets echt origineels doen?En: "What if we do something truly original?Nl: Iets dat onze presentatie uniek maakt?"En: Something that makes our presentation unique?"Nl: Haar ogen schitterden van enthousiasme.En: Her eyes sparkled with enthusiasm.Nl: Sven zuchtte even.En: Sven sighed slightly.Nl: Hij waardeerde Marlies' passie, maar maakte zich zorgen dat haar ideeën de planning zouden verstoren.En: He appreciated Marlies' passion, but he was concerned that her ideas would disrupt the schedule.Nl: Toch, ergens diep van binnen, was hij nieuwsgierig naar wat haar creatieve geest kon toevoegen.En: Yet, deep down, he was curious about what her creative mind could add.Nl: "Hoe kunnen we jouw ideeën inpassen zonder vertraging op te lopen?"En: "How can we incorporate your ideas without facing delays?"Nl: vroeg hij pragmatisch, terwijl hij een slok van zijn cappuccino nam.En: he asked pragmatically, as he took a sip of his cappuccino.Nl: Marlies nam een moment om na te denken.En: Marlies took a moment to think.Nl: "Misschien kunnen we een aantal kleinere creatieve elementen toevoegen," stelde ze voor.En: "Maybe we can add a few smaller creative elements," she suggested.Nl: "Daardoor blijft de basisstructuur intact.En: "That way, the basic structure remains intact.Nl: En het geeft ons project die unieke twist."En: And it gives our project that unique twist."Nl: Op dat moment, met het zachte gezoem van gesprekken om hen heen, kwamen Sven en Marlies tot een realisatie.En: At that moment, with the soft hum of conversations around them, Sven and Marlies came to a realization.Nl: De spanning moest plaatsmaken voor samenwerking.En: Tension needed to give way to collaboration.Nl: Sven stelde voor om de week extra tijd in te plannen voor creatieve inbreng.En: Sven suggested scheduling extra time during the week for creative input.Nl: Hierdoor kon Marlies' energie tot haar recht komen zonder de voortgang te belemmeren.En: This would allow Marlies' energy to shine without hindering progress.Nl: "Wat zeg je hiervan?"En: "What do you think of this?"Nl: zei hij met een glimlach.En: he said with a smile.Nl: "Een balans tussen structuur en creativiteit."En: "A balance between structure and creativity."Nl: Marlies glimlachte terug, opgelucht door de doorbraak.En: Marlies smiled back, relieved by the breakthrough.Nl: "Dat klinkt goed.En: "That sounds good.Nl: We kunnen zelfs een Halloween-thema gebruiken voor wat extra flair."En: We could even use a Halloween theme for some extra flair."Nl: Terwijl de morgen overging in de middag, en het koffiehuis langzaam volstroomde met de geur van kaneel en gebakken appeltaart, hadden Sven en Marlies hun weg naar een compromis gevonden.En: As morning turned into afternoon, and the coffee house slowly filled with the scent of cinnamon and baked apple pie, Sven and Marlies found their way to a compromise.Nl: Sven, voor het eerst, waardeerde de artistieke invalshoeken van Marlies.En: Sven, for the first time, appreciated Marlies' artistic perspectives.Nl: Marlies begreep intussen de noodzaak van structuur en deadlines.En: Meanwhile, Marlies understood the necessity of structure and deadlines.Nl: Samen werkten ze aan een nieuwe aanpak voor hun project.En: Together, they worked on a new approach for their project.Nl: Eén die de planning van Sven respecteerde en de creativiteit van Marlies tot leven bracht.En: One that respected Sven's planning and brought Marlies' creativity to life.Nl: En zo werd hun project een succes.En: And so, their project became a success.Nl: Ze verlieten het koffiehuis, niet alleen als collega's, maar met een hernieuwd respect voor elkaars werelden.En: They left the coffee house, not just as colleagues, but with a renewed respect for each other's worlds. Vocabulary Words:cozy: gezelligcorner: hoekfluttered: dwarreldenautumn: herfstpunctual: punctueleschedules: planningenspreadsheets: spreadsheetscreative: creatievecrucial: cruciaaldeadline: deadlinedetermined: vastberadenenthusiasm: enthousiasmedisrupt: verstorencurious: nieuwsgierigincorporate: inpassendelays: vertragingpragmatically: pragmatischsip: sloktwist: twisthum: gezoemcollaboration: samenwerkinginclination: inbrenghindering: belemmerenbalance: balansbreakthrough: doorbraakflair: flairafternoon: middagbaked: gebakkenrenewed: hernieuwdrespect: respect

Most failed strategies don't collapse because of evil plans or poor execution. They fail because the intent behind them was never clear. In this episode of People, Process, Progress, I unpack what I call the Intent Gap: the disconnect between leadership vision and team understanding.Drawing from The People, Process, and Progress of Project Management, I share how defining intent early gives teams direction, how to test for alignment, and how to fix the gap before it derails execution.If your projects feel busy but not aligned, this episode will help you rebuild clarity and momentum from the top down.Dive deeper in the book at https://a.co/d/eQKtRpI

In this episode, Ricardo explains that projects don't really fail — they reveal the truth about an organization. Projects act as mirrors, exposing hidden cultural flaws like poor alignment, weak leadership, and political decisions. When pressure from deadlines and budgets increases, the organization's true nature surfaces: silos, egos, and fear replacing collaboration. A troubled project is not a failure but an X-ray showing what is broken and who has the courage to fix it. Crises test maturity and trust, revealing whether teams can speak honestly or stay silent. The real mistake is ignoring these lessons and repeating errors. Ricardo explains that learning from failing projects leads to real growth and invites listeners to explore his new course on recovering troubled projects. Listen to the podcast to learn more!

Neste episódio, Ricardo explica que um projeto não dá errado, mas revela a verdade sobre a organização. Projetos funcionam como espelhos: refletem a cultura da empresa, mostrando falhas escondidas, como falta de alinhamento, comunicação e propósito. Quando há pressão por prazos e orçamentos, a realidade aparece e a cultura verdadeira se expõe — se é de confiança ou de medo. Projetos em crise revelam maturidade organizacional e ensinam, ainda que com dor, quem tem coragem de enfrentar problemas e quem se esconde. O fracasso real está em não aprender com essas lições e repetir os mesmos erros. Ricardo destaca que compreender por que os projetos falham é essencial para recuperar e fortalecer tanto os projetos quanto as organizações. Escute o podcast para saber mais!

BONUS: The Evolution of Agile - From Project Management to Adaptive Intelligence, With Mario Aiello In this BONUS episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Mario Aiello, a veteran agility thinker who has witnessed and shaped the evolution of Agile from its earliest days. Now freshly retired, Mario shares decades of hard-won insights about what works, what doesn't, and where Agile is headed next. This conversation challenges conventional thinking about methodologies, certifications, and what it truly means to be an Agile coach in complex environments. The Early Days: Agilizing Before Agile Had a Name "I came from project management and project management was, for me, was not working. I used to be a wishful liar, basically, because I used to manipulate reports in such a way that would please the listener. I knew it was bullshit." Mario's journey into Agile began around 2001 at Sun Microsystems, where he was already experimenting with iterative approaches while the rest of the world was still firmly planted in traditional project management. Working in Palo Alto, he encountered early adopters discussing Extreme Programming and had an "aha moment" - realizing that concepts like short iterations, feedback loops, and learning could rescue him from the unsustainable madness of traditional project management. He began incorporating these ideas into his work with PRINCE2, calling stages "iterations" and making them as short as possible. His simple agile approach focused on: work on the most important thing first, finish it, then move to the next one, cooperate with each other, and continuously improve. The Trajectory of Agile: From Values to Mechanisms "When the craze of methodologies came about, I started questioning the commercialization and monetization of methodologies. That's where things started to get a little bit complicated because the general focus drifted from values and principles to mechanisms and metrics." Mario describes witnessing three distinct phases in Agile's evolution. The early days were authentic - software developers speaking from the heart about genuine needs for new ways of working. The Agile Manifesto put important truths in front of everyone. However, as methodologies became commercialized, the focus shifted dangerously away from the core values and principles toward prescriptive mechanisms, metrics, and ceremonies. Mario emphasizes that when you focus on values and principles, you discover the purpose behind changing your ways of working. When you focus only on mechanics, you end up just doing things without real purpose - and that's when Agile became a noun, with people trying to "be agile" instead of achieving agility. He's clear that he's not against methodologies like Scrum, XP, SAFe, or LeSS - but rather against their mindless application without understanding the essence behind them. Making Sense Before Methodology: The Four-Fit Framework "Agile for me has to be fit for purpose, fit for context, fit for practice, and I even include a fourth dimension - fit for improvement." Rather than jumping straight to methodology selection, Mario advocates for a sense-making approach. First, understand your purpose - why do you want Agile? Then examine your context - where do you live, how does your company work? Only after making sense of the gap between your current state and where the values and principles suggest you should be, should you choose a methodology. This might mean Scrum for complex environments, or perhaps a flow-based approach for more predictable work, or creating your own hybrid. The key insight is that anyone who understands Agile's principles and values is free to create their own approach - it's fundamentally about plan, do, inspect, and adapt. Learning Through Failure: Context is Paramount "I failed more often than I won. That teaches you - being brave enough to say I failed, I learned, I move on because I'm going to use it better next time." Mario shares pivotal learning moments from his career, including an early attempt to "agilize PRINCE2" in a command-and-control startup environment. While not an ultimate success, this battle taught him that context is paramount and cannot be ignored. You must start by understanding how things are done today - identifying what's good (keep doing it), what's bad (try to improve it), and what's ugly (eradicate it to the extent possible). This lesson shaped his next engagement at a 300-person organization, where he spent nearly five months preparing the organizational context before even introducing Scrum. He started with "simple agile" practices, then took a systems approach to the entire delivery system. A Systems Approach: From Idea to Cash "From the moment sales and marketing people get brilliant ideas they want built, until the team delivers them into production and supports them - all that is a system. You cannot have different parts finger-pointing." Mario challenges the common narrow view of software development systems. Rather than focusing only on prioritization, development, and testing, he advocates for considering everything that influences delivery - from conception through to cash. His approach involved reorganizing an entire office floor, moving away from functional silos (sales here, marketing there, development over there) to value stream-based organization around products. Everyone involved in making work happen, including security, sales, product design, and client understanding, is part of the system. In one transformation, he shifted security from being gatekeepers at the end of the line to strategic partners from day one, embedding security throughout the entire value stream. This comprehensive systems thinking happened before formal Scrum training began. Beyond the Job Description: What Can an Agile Coach Really Do? "I said to some people, I'm not a coach. I'm just somebody that happens to have experience. How can I give something that can help and maybe influence the system?" Mario admits he doesn't qualify as a coach by traditional standards - he has no formal coaching qualifications. His coaching approach comes from decades of Rugby experience and focuses on establishing relationships with teams, understanding where they're going, and helping them make sense of their path forward. He emphasizes adaptive intelligence - the probe, sense, respond cycle. Rather than trying to change everything at once and capsizing the boat, he advocates for challenging one behavior at a time, starting with the most important, encouraging adaptation, and probing quickly to check for impact of specific changes. His role became inviting people to think outside the box, beyond the rigidity of their training and certifications, helping individuals and teams who could then influence the broader system even when organizational change seemed impossible. The Future: Adaptive Intelligence and Making Room for Agile "I'm using a lot of adaptive intelligence these days - probe, sense, respond, learn and adapt. That sequence will take people places." Looking ahead, Mario believes the valuable core of Agile - its values and principles - will remain, but the way we apply them must evolve. He advocates for adaptive intelligence approaches that emphasize sense-making and continuous learning rather than rigid adherence to frameworks. As he enters retirement, Mario is determined to make room for Agile in his new life, seeking ways to give back to the community through his blog, his new Substack "Adaptive Ways," and by inviting others to think differently. He's exploring a "pay as you wish" approach to sharing his experience, recognizing that while he may not be a traditional coach or social media expert, his decades of real-world experience - with its failures and successes - holds value for those still navigating the complexity of organizational change. About Mario Aiello Retired from full-time work, Mario is an agility thinker shaped by real-world complexity, not dogma. With decades in VUCA environments, he blends strategic clarity, emotional intelligence, and creative resilience. He designs context-driven agility, guiding teams and leaders beyond frameworks toward genuine value, adaptive systems, and meaningful transformation. You can link with Mario Aiello on LinkedIn, visit his website at Agile Ways.

In this conversation, Brea Burger discusses the challenges of managing a project when team dynamics shift, emphasizing the need for adaptability and a strong support network. She shares her experience of pivoting roles within her team and the importance of finding reliable contractors to ensure project continuity.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Share your Field Stories!Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today's episode, we talk with Josh Hirten, Environmental Discipline Leader at CDM Smith about The Silver Tsunami, Mentorship, and Global Collaboration.   Read his full bio below.Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Showtimes: 1:39 - Diving Adventures with Nic & Laura8:30 - Interview with Josh Hirten Starts13:34- Sampling through cavern diving 22:04 - Impact of professional organization 29:05 - Field Notes with Josh!Please be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Joshua Hirten at https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-hirten-pg-22940/Guest  Bio:Joshua Hirten, PG is an Environmental Discipline Leader at CDM Smith with over 28 years of experience. He holds an MS in Geology from the University of Florida, BA in Geology from the State University of New York, Buffalo, and is registered Professional Geologist in Florida.Josh is part of the Sky Wave at CDM Smith Team that combines data acquisition and machine learning to obtain detailed results to drive data to decisions. Josh is the Program Manager for the Waste Cleanup Program at the FDEP. In addition to environmental projects, Josh developed and conducted Project Management training at over 20 locations globally.Josh is actively involved in professional activities, serving as Board Member for National Association of Environmental Professionals and Vice President for Florida Association of Environmental Professionals.Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players.

In this episode of FP&A Unlocked, host Paul Barnhurst (The FP&A Guy) welcomes Willian Gomes, a finance and analytics professional with over 15 years of experience spanning telecommunications, aerospace, investment markets, and consumer goods. Willian shares how combining technical expertise with empathy and communication skills has enabled him to thrive as a financial partner across 60 countries in EMEA.Willian Gomes is a seasoned FP&A and data analytics professional currently supporting EMEA supply chain operations at a global consumer goods company. Based in Brazil, he holds an MBA in Project Management and advanced certifications in machine learning from Stanford. Willian brings deep expertise in automation, process improvement, and financial storytelling, having saved tens of thousands of work hours through custom-built tools and insights-driven analysis.Expect to Learn:How to evaluate whether an automation project is worth pursuingThe challenges of implementing machine learning in corporate environmentsHow Python enables scalable automation over ExcelHow cultural awareness enhances business partnering across global teamsHere are a few quotes from the episode:"Finance isn't just about numbers, it's about helping people make better decisions." – Willian Gomes"Empathy is a skill that's not often associated with finance, but it's essential for business partnering." – Willian GomesWillian Gomes shows how true FP&A impact comes from blending technical expertise with empathy, communication, and continuous learning. His journey across industries and continents highlights the value of automation, cultural awareness, and a people-first mindset. This episode is a testament to how finance leaders can drive change by being both data-driven and deeply human..Campfire: AI-First ERP:Campfire is the AI-first ERP that powers next-gen finance and accounting teams. With integrated solutions for general ledger, revenue automation, close management, and more, all in one unified platform.Explore Campfire today: https://campfire.ai/?utm_source=fpaguy_podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=100225_fpaguyFollow Willian:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wjgomesds/?originalSubdomain=brEarn Your CPE Credit For CPE credit, please go to earmarkcpe.com, listen to the episode, download the app, answer a few questions, and earn your CPE certification. To earn education credits for the FP&A Certificate, take the quiz on Earmark and contact Paul Barnhurst for further details.In Today's Episode[02:48] - Willian's Background and Global Role[04:03] - What Great FP&A Looks Like[11:46] - Moving Back to FP&A from Data Analytics[19:52] - Where FP&A Struggles with Analytics[27:16] - Saving 7,000 Hours with Automation[38:55] - Must-Have Tech and Soft Skills[44:36] - Travel and Fun Facts[47:49] - Final Advice for FP&A Pros

In this episode of "Just Grow With It," I share the real story behind building and launching our MVP (Minimum Viable Product) — from taking a whole year the first time to just two months the second time around. Learn the biggest mistakes founders make, why launching early matters, how to get your first users, and what to focus on to build a product people actually want. Whether you're a startup founder, product manager, or just curious about entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with actionable advice and honest lessons from the trenches. Timestamps / Chapters:00:00 – Intro: Our MVP Journey00:19 – Welcome to Just Grow With It00:36 – What is an MVP?01:01 – The Earliest Version: Solving the Core Problem01:20 – Why Start Simple?01:43 – Our First MVP: The Perfection Trap02:48 – Launching Too Late: What We Learned03:09 – Building Fast: Our 2-Month MVP03:27 – Don't Overspend: Using AI Tools for MVPs03:50 – No-Code & AI: Building Without Developers04:29 – How AI Tools Can Help You Build04:45 – Simple, But Usable: Avoiding Overcomplication05:09 – Competing with Big Players05:27 – Project Management vs. Content Scheduling05:44 – Finding Your Unique Value05:45 – Getting Your First Users06:02 – Why Marketing Matters from Day One06:20 – Building a Waitlist & Social Sharing06:41 – Launching to Early Adopters07:06 – Community Building: Facebook & Slack Groups07:48 – Treating Your First Customers Well08:05 – Learning from Real Users08:24 – What to Look for After Launch08:41 – Is Your Product Intuitive?09:08 – Watching Real Users Onboard09:24 – What Features Do People Actually Use?09:42 – Decoding Customer Feedback10:01 – User Experience: Less Clicks, More Value10:46 – Embracing Feedback & Avoiding Churn11:29 – Is This a Real Problem or a Nice-to-Have?12:13 – Going Deep, Not Wide: Focus Your Product12:50 – Saying No to Feature Creep13:46 – Our Short-Term Goal: Be the Best at What We Do14:48 – Q&A and Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you defining project success the wrong way? Most project managers are — at least according to PMI's Dave Garrett. Project Management Happy Hour hosts Kim Essendrup and Kate Anderson sit down with Dave — Senior Advisor at the Project Management Institute (PMI) and co-founder of ProjectManagement.com — for a frank and real conversation about PMI's new definition of project success to talk about how realistic it is, and what it means for the future of our profession. For decades, project success was judged by the “iron triangle” — scope, schedule, and budget. But PMI has officially redefined it: “A successful project is one that delivers value worth the effort and expense.” Dave explains how this updated definition shifts the focus from checking boxes to delivering outcomes that truly matter — and how every PM can start measuring success through value creation instead of rigid constraints. The discussion digs into PMI's new M.O.R.E. framework — a practical mindset for modern project leaders: M – Manage Perceptions: Build trust and alignment with stakeholders. O – Own Success: Don't just deliver; ensure the value lands. R – Relentlessly Reassess: Constantly re-evaluate priorities and adapt to change. E – Expand Perspective: See the bigger picture across business strategy, customers, and society. Dave also shares lessons from his early startup days building Gantthead.com, the dot-com crash, and how those lessons apply in today's AI-driven project world. You'll hear how the rise of automation is making project management more human, pushing PMs to lead through empathy, influence, and strategic insight rather than process checklists. If you've ever struggled with the question, “Was my project really a success?”  this episode will give you a fresh, empowering way to answer it. Key Takeaways PMI's official definition of project success now centers on value, not just time, cost, and scope. The M.O.R.E. mindset helps PMs evolve beyond administrators into strategic leaders. AI will augment, not replace, project managers — freeing them to focus on human connection and business impact. “Success” is contextual: a delayed project that delivers exceptional value can still be a win. Guest Links Learn more about PMI's Project Success initiative: pmi.org/projectsuccess Connect with Dave Garrett on LinkedIn Explore PMI's AI resources: pmi.org/ai  Want even more? Join us at pmhappyhour.com/membership to get PDU certificates for episodes, downloadable templates, access to our PM community, and 1:1 time with Kim and Kate.      

In this episode, Eric and Andy discuss the ongoing challenges and updates regarding Andy's apartment building project, including supply chain issues, equipment upgrades, and the impact of tariffs on costs. They explore the complexities of managing a construction project in today's global economy, emphasizing the importance of effective communication with customers and adapting pricing strategies to account for unexpected expenses.TakeawaysMold remediation techniques like dry ice blasting are being utilized.Tariffs are significantly impacting equipment costs.Communication with customers about pricing is crucial.The global supply chain affects local projects.Anticipating future costs is essential for project management.The importance of adapting to changing market conditions.Customer expectations need to be managed effectively. Send us a textSend us your feedback or topic ideas over on our social channels!Eric Aune @mechanicalhub Andy Mickelson @mick_plumbNewsletter sign up: https://bit.ly/MH_email