The Digital Project Manager

Marissa Taffer discusses how agencies can benefit from using freelance project managers, exploring role shaping in micro agencies, considerations in hiring freelancers, evolving perspectives on non-compete clauses, maximizing success through effective onboarding, and collaborating with freelance project managers in the marketplace.

In today’s dynamic world of project management, the intersection of neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety is becoming increasingly critical.Galen Low is joined by Carole Osterweil—Project Troubleshooter, Executive Coach, Author, and founder of Visible Dynamics—to delve into the role of understanding human behavior in achieving project success.

The ever-evolving workplace dynamics, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, have brought forth an array of challenges and opportunities in the field of project management. Organizations are grappling with the question: Can a return-to-office mandate coexist with high project productivity?Galen Low is joined by Karla Eidem, Regional Managing Director (North America) at Project Management Institute, to shed light on this intricate issue.

Data privacy has transcended beyond mere legal checkboxes into a realm where ethical considerations and user trust define the success of digital projects. With the rapid advancements in technology, the handling of user data has become a complex web of responsibility that project managers cannot afford to overlook.Galen Low is joined by Mackenzie Dysart, Delivery Principal at Thoughtworks, to give listeners a comprehensive roadmap to navigate the often murky waters of digital privacy.

Bruno Morgante, VP Global Head of PMO at The Adecco Group, discusses the evolving role of project managers and the rise of informal project managers. Topics include paths to project management, the role of PMOs in supporting informal project managers, empowering them with AI tools, navigating organizational cultures in project-based work, and mentorship opportunities for new PMO leaders.

Jim Highsmith, co-author of the Agile Manifesto, discusses the ongoing evolution of Agile principles. Topics include adapting Agile in various industries, reimagining Agile for future success, navigating Agile scaling and cultural adaptation, Agile transformation for project success, and the evolution of decision-making in the age of AI.

The art of effective communication within project management cannot be overstated. As the digital world evolves, the role of AI in this domain has become increasingly significant. But can generative AI be trusted to tailor your project status updates?Galen Low is joined by Devin Mahoney, CEO of QTalo, to unravel the complexities of project communication in the digital age.

In a world that's increasingly governed by complex projects and collaborative efforts, the question arises: why isn't project management being taught in grade schools?Galen Low is joined by Mark Burnett, CEO of Reasoning With Mark, to introduce a revolutionary idea: integrating project management skills into grade school curricula.

Explore the fusion of behavioral science and project management methodologies, the impact of time pressure on decision-making, navigating technical complexity, and enhancing project success through behavioral strategies and the integration of AI. Learn about the significance of human behavior in project outcomes and the evolution of project management towards team management.

What is the role of a  PMO in a modern organization, and why do people think that it's only administrative?Galen Low is joined by Olivia Montgomery—Senior Analyst at Capterra—to discover how the often-misunderstood role of PMOs is revolutionizing the business world.