People, Process, Progress with Kevin Pannell

Latest Episodes
Let Them Lead for a Change | Anchor Points 01
This Anchor Points episode explores how real leadership means knowing when to step back and trust.
The Day My Son Surpassed Me | S6 EP1
In this episode, "The Day My Son Surpassed Me," I share the story of how my son surpassed me, not just in the gym, but also in emotional steadiness.
Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office: What's the Right Fit?
I break down the pros and cons of remote, hybrid, and in-office work based on real-world experience and leadership lessons.
How to Manage Span of Control in Team Design
Talking and walking through when we want to stay close to five direct reports and when it's ok to go up to ten.
How to Speak the Same Risk Language | Foundations Friday S5EP4
We break down how project managers and emergency leaders can align around a shared risk language.
How to Combine Project Risk Tools with Emergency Planning
Blend project risk tools with FEMA’s THIRA to better plan, prioritize, and prepare for uncertainty in projects and public safety.
Structure Before Action | Foundations Friday S5EP3
The importance of applying some form of structure to any event, initiative, or project.
How to Treat Your Event Like a Project (And Why You Should)
Learn how to treat public events like projects, using clear roles, project phases, and metrics to plan safer, smoother operations.
Learn How to Scan Your Project Like an EMT | Foundations Friday S5EP2
How Emergency Medicine Tools Can Rescue Your Project Plans
What EMTs can Teach Us about Failing Projects
In this episode, we apply a trauma checklist used in emergency medicine—DCAP-BTLS—to assess and stabilize failing projects.