Beth May, a semi-retired program manager, joins Kendall Lott, CEO of a consulting firm, and Mike Hannan, a global impact advocate, to discuss the transformative power of project management in nonprofits. They highlight the Project Management Day of Service, showcasing how project managers can drive significant change with their skills. The trio shares inspiring stories of volunteers making a difference, emphasizes the importance of adaptability, and encourages skills-based volunteering to tackle community challenges effectively.

In this engaging conversation, business advisor Mike Hannan shares his expertise on root cause analysis and its significance in project management. He illustrates how a Fortune 500 CEO missed the mark by only treating symptoms, stressing a solution-oriented mindset with the 'how might we' approach. Mike also introduces the 'Five Whys' technique to uncover underlying issues, encouraging a culture that empowers teams to innovate and collaborate. His insights aim to drive high-impact results and foster accountability, mentorship, and strategic problem-solving.