People, Process, Progress with Kevin Pannell

Latest Episodes
How Technical Should Project Managers Really Be? | S4Ep17
I talk through the optimal level of technical understanding for project managers.
Five Focus Areas for Project Managers in 2025 | S4Ep16
I'm sharing focus areas I will be diving deeper into and that I've gotten questions about from my teams and the internet.
How we Should Reform the Federal Emergency Management Agency | S4Ep15
I examine the critical role of FEMA in disaster relief and explore strategies to improving its effectiveness.
Five Steps to Extreme Ownership for Project Managers | S4Ep14
In Five Steps to Extreme Ownership for Project Managers, I share how Project Managers can apply Extreme Ownership when leading project teams
Seven Powerful Quotes to Help You Balance Your Life in 2025 | S4Ep13
I’m sharing quotes from seven of the most influential people I’ve heard speak, read books from, and worked with and how I apply these concepts in my life.
Project Risk Management Lessons from the Challenger Disaster | S4Ep12
I'm paralleling takeaways from the Challenger disaster with how Project Managers can reduce project risk through effective risk management.
Risk Management Lessons from the Challenger Disaster | S4Ep11
I'm paralleling takeaways from the Challenger disaster with how Project Managers can reduce project risk through effective risk management.
Moving Past Paralysis During Analysis | S4Ep10
Five considerations for leaders who need to move their teams to a decision point whether planning a disaster response or a technology project.
Eight Steps to Effective Strategic Communication | S4Ep9
I'm sharing the National Incident Management System Public Information Officer 8-step communication planning process.
How NOT to Brief the Public After a Disaster | S4Ep8
What not to do when briefing the public and press after a critical incident and proposed solutions to improve crisis communication in the future.