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Bad Choices in Every Direction with Galen Low

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Nov 21, 2024

In this conversation, Galen Low, co-founder of the Digital Project Manager and host of the Digital Project Management podcast, shares insights into the evolving world of digital project management. He discusses the complexities of decision-making under pressure, emphasizing the significance of trust and integrity in client relationships. Galen highlights the importance of learning from experiences, navigating stakeholder expectations, and fostering a humane work culture. He advocates for continuous development and the necessity of communication in a dynamic environment.

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INSIGHT

Digital Project Nuances

Digital projects involve people, pixels, and code, requiring specialized knowledge.
This blend of creative, technical, and client-facing aspects adds complexity.

ADVICE

Beyond Hard Knocks

Supplement the "school of hard knocks" with scenario-based learning and practice.
This approach minimizes career-damaging mistakes while building essential skills.

INSIGHT

PM's Ownership

Project managers own the responsibility of ensuring stakeholders understand choices.
Even if stakeholders make poor decisions, the PM's duty is to illuminate the potential consequences.

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Summary In this conversation, Dave Prior and Galen Lowe explore the complexities of digital project management, emphasizing the importance of understanding digital projects, the role of project managers in decision-making, and the necessity of integrity in client relationships. They discuss the evolution of project management, the significance of building trust, and the challenges of navigating stakeholder expectations. The conversation highlights the need for project managers to learn from their experiences and adapt to the changing landscape of the profession, ultimately advocating for a supportive and humane work environment. This podcast was originally recorded in video. If you'd like to check out that version you can find it here: https://youtu.be/T6l6xRsT76A Takeaways - Digital projects involve a combination of people, pixels, and code. - Learning should not solely come from the school of hard knocks. - Project managers must facilitate decision-making processes. - Understanding choices is a key responsibility of project managers. - Decisions must be made, even when there are no good options. - Earning the right to ask questions is crucial in stakeholder management. Integrity is essential in maintaining client relationships. - Project management is evolving to focus on career health and continuous learning. - Building trust is fundamental to successful project management. - The messiness of projects is part of the journey towards success. Chapters 01:52 Introduction to Digital Project Management 07:55 The Role of Project Managers in Decision Making 13:56 Understanding Stakeholder Dynamics 22:24 Navigating Client Expectations and Project Integrity 28:39 Evolving Perspectives on Work and Loyalty 34:49 Forward Momentum in Problem Solving 41:39 Embracing the Messiness of Project Management Check out Galen's original post on LinkedIn https://tinyurl.com/3br78w6d Contacting Galen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galen-low-digital-transformation-advisor/ Digital Project Manager: https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com Podcast: https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/digital-project-manager-podcast/ Agile for Project Managers Show My new podcast/show is available on The Agile Network along with a wide range of brand new content we share every week from our 80+ experts from all corners of the Agile space. Link: https://theagilenetwork.com/ You can use the promo code DRUNKENPM12C202 to get a 20% discount of any of our membership options.