The Digital Project Manager

Have you ever looked back at the twists and turns of your career path and wondered how each step led you to where you are today?Our guest, Ryan Gilbreath, joins us to share his journey to where he is today.From the childhood dream of becoming an archaeologist to beat-making in college, Ryan's story is a great reminder of how our early passions often pave the way for future successes.

Tracy Hennessey and Pam Bekowski discuss career options beyond senior project manager role. Importance of partnership, collaboration, and alignment in project management. Reflections on transitioning to leadership roles. Challenges and growth opportunities in program and portfolio management. Letting go of old job and embracing new management position.

Ever found yourself struggling in a toxic corporate culture? You're not alone. Join us as we share our experiences navigating the choppy waters of project management and how to adapt, survive, and thrive.Our guest, Karen Chong, is a seasoned digital project manager and a respected DPM community member. With her background in psychology, she brings a unique perspective to our conversation—sharing her journey from understanding human behavior in a clinical setting to implementing it in project management.Karen offers insightful advice on the art of dealing with cross-cultural teams and the hiccups that language barriers can create, along with the importance of adapting project management to fit the team and project at hand.

Kelli Korducki, independent journalist, discusses the use of AI tools and large language models in digital industries. Topics include the release of GPT4, the value of human knowledge, embracing creativity in project management, and exploring the future impact of AI on human jobs.

Discover the journey of Christina Avino from co-op student to leading a $1.7 million department. Learn about the importance of technical know-how and essential soft skills in project management. Explore insights on building a successful project management department and mastering key skills for PM success.

The podcast explores what it means to be a popular project manager, discussing the role of organizational politics. The guest shares their inspiring journey from teacher to agency operations leader in advertising. It highlights the importance of saying yes to opportunities, understanding team needs, and having the necessary resources. The significance of active listening, engagement, feedback, and effective communication in project management is discussed. It also emphasizes the power of a simple 'thanks' and offers advice for project managers on advancing their careers.

In the dynamic and ever-changing landscape of digital marketing, staying ahead of the curve is both a challenge and a necessity.Galen Low is joined by Tammy Valentine—President of LuckyTamm Digital Marketing—to talk about what it takes for boutique agencies to keep pace with the breakneck speed of digital marketing.

Learn how community support can transform your project management career. Explore the benefits of joining a project management community, participating in mastermind groups, and networking for job opportunities. Gain insights into building relationships, solving complex problems, and scaling Asana across an organization with the wisdom of peers.

Joe Pusz, Founder of The PMO Squad, shares his passion for project management and the power of purpose-driven PMOs. The podcast explores topics such as recognizing and formalizing accidental projects, developing business acumen in future PMO leaders, integrating PMOs into organizational change, and enhancing project management skills through coaching and a purpose-driven mindset.

Nicolassa Galvez, CEO and Founder of Chingona Coach, shares insights on the value of joining professional communities. She discusses how diverse communities provide mentorship, a sounding board, and invaluable resources. Topics include anti-career coaching, benefits of joining a community, contrasting online communities, and challenges in project management.