Manage This - The Project Management Podcast
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Welcome to Manage This, the podcast by project managers for project managers. Every first and third Tuesday of the month we have a conversation about what matters to you as a professional project manager. Andy Crowe and Bill Yates, both well respected thought leaders in the project management industry, cover subjects such as project management certification and doing the job of project management, as well as get inside the brains of some of the leaders in the industry and also hear your stories. Subject Matter Experts join the cast to discuss topics ranging from advice for someone just starting in project management, leadership tips, to how to manage the unexpected, manage project teams, and much more. Whether you’re a professional project manager, a PMP, or on the road to becoming one, tune in to hear real advice and relevant information on all things Project Management. If you have questions, we have the project management experts to answer them! Claim 0.5 free PDUs per episode.
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Aug 5, 2019 • 34min
Episode 86 – Saving Rhinos with Connected Conservation
Almost 6,000 rhinos have been killed by poachers since 2008. They are being killed at a rate of one every eight hours, which could mean the extinction of the species in six years. In 2015 Bruce (Doc) Watson launched a groundbreaking project called Connected Conservation in which Dimension Data and CISCO are collaborating to use advanced technology to help eradicate the poaching of endangered species.
Jul 15, 2019 • 38min
Episode 85 – Oceaneering and the PMCoE
Hear about Oceaneering’s Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE) and a deep-water pipeline repair operation, off the shores of West Africa, including the planning and repair process, the challenges, and the lessons learned along the way.
Jul 1, 2019 • 45min
Episode 84 – Cyber Security – Are You Playing it Safe?
Have you been the victim of a cyber-attack? We’re talking with Dr. Don Hunt, an expert in cybercrime and cyber security, to get advice on how to implement effective cybersecurity measures. Listen in to hear how to identify “at-risk” systems and how to secure, and safely share, sensitive data.
Jun 17, 2019 • 35min
Episode 83 – Crisis Decision-Making: Climb a Tree, Run, or Stand Still
Dr. Ruth Middleton-House describes how the shift from the emotional brain to the rational brain in making crisis decisions is absolutely critical. When disaster strikes on a project, learn how to size up the situation, evaluate your options, and take appropriate action.
May 31, 2019 • 37min
Episode 82 – Atlanta Watershed Project and Driller Mike
Listen in to hear an innovative construction story from the Sponsor (Ade Abon) and the PM (Bob Huie)of a 2.4 billion-gallon reservoir, served by a 5m/8km tunnel, constructed by a tunnel boring machine named "Driller Mike”.
May 20, 2019 • 31min
Episode 81 – PM Software – Get More Done
Scheduling is a big deal in project management. We're getting into the nuts and bolts of project management tools with Jen Morrisey the Vice President of Product at LiquidPlanner, a cloud-based project management platform.
May 3, 2019 • 34min
Episode 80 – In Case of Fire – Handle with Courage
Mark Von Tillow, US Forest Service Retired Division Chief, Los Padres National Forest, California, and Type 1 Incident Commander, talks about working in hazardous conditions while building healthy teams, managing resources, prioritizing, and much more.
Apr 12, 2019 • 35min
Episode 79 – PM Designed Volunteering
Be inspired to offer your PM services in your local community as J. Kendall Lott and Selena Buchanan talk about PM4Change and the Project Management Day of Service®- where PM professionals can provide services to assist non-profit organizations.
Mar 29, 2019 • 35min
Episode 78 – Answers, Advice, and Anecdotes
Listen in for Andy and Bill's answers to listeners PM questions. e.g: How do I get the team past the storming phase? When to hold meetings and how to conduct them? How to monitor projects closely and how to close them? What are future challenges for PMs?
Mar 18, 2019 • 41min
Episode 77 – Project Kickoff – Heading in the Right Direction
Productive kickoff meetings are central to project success. How effective are your planning meetings? Learn what steps to take before a project kickoff and how to deal with challenging attendees from author Rich Maltzman.
