Manage This - The Project Management Podcast
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Episode 240: 10th Anniversary Special: The Project Manager’s Playbook
In this special 10th anniversary episode, we have a scenario-driven conversation that puts real-world project challenges front and center. Since 2016, the podcast has grown into a global community of project managers, made possible by loyal listeners and
Episode 239 – Hybrid Trends for Project Leaders: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Has hybrid project management become the new sweet spot? As organizations balance structure, speed, and emerging technology, hybrid methodologies are rapidly becoming the go-to approach. Olivia Montgomery joins us to talk about why hybrid project manageme
Episode 238 – Your Project’s Worst Day: Crisis-Ready Leadership
Crisis management expert Edward Segal shares why every project leader must be ready for the unexpected. In this episode, he shares guidance on preparation, response, and resiliencewhile warning against the hero mindset that often derails leaders in hig
Episode 237 – Own the Outcome: Running the Business and the Project
What happens when strategy, delivery, and client success all rest on one persons shoulders? Daniel McCaulley talks about the unique challenges of being both project lead and business owner, as he shares lessons from building his company from the ground u
Episode 236 – From Loafing to Crushing It: The Hidden Power of Groups
Dr. Colin M. Fisher, author of The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups, reveals the hidden forces that make some teams thrive while others falter. He shares research-based insights on team dynamics, challenging common assumptions about c
Episode 235 – Project Managers Without Borders: Turning Projects Into Purpose
Deanna Landers, founder of Project Managers Without Borders (PMWB), shares how project management can deliver more than results, it can deliver hope. Now part of PMI, PMWB unites professionals worldwide to lead sustainable, humanitarian initiatives. Deann
Episode 234 – Lead Smarter: EQ Strategies of Top Performers
In this episode, we explore the role of emotional intelligence in leadership. Dr. Robin Hills explains how EI enables project leaders to adapt, manage stress, build resilient teams, and guide with empathy. Hear practical strategies for applying EI in toda
Episode 233 – De-Risking for Impact: Spot Risks Before They Derail Strategy
Imagine turning uncertainty into your biggest advantage. Thats the power of risk. In this episode, were joined by Susan Schramm to uncover why risks so often get overlooked early in projects, the blind spots that trip up teams, and how a clear why can
Episode 232 – Before You Speak: Why Better Listening Changes Everything
Stan Slovin, author of Better Listening: The Secret to Improving Your Professional and Personal Life, reveals how mastering the skill of listening can transform leadership, strengthen relationships, and enhance everyday communication. His simple yet power
Episode 231 – The No-Nonsense Guide to Pursuing Project Excellence
Bob Jewell reveals what excellence truly means in project management, how to steer clear of common pitfalls, and why he avoids the term scope. He discusses underrated tools, challenges the practice of building schedules backwards, and shares fresh per





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