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Episode 510: Stress-Free Project Success

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Project management can be a high-stress profession filled with tight deadlines, scope changes, and budget pressures. James Louttit, a project management leader and former CIO, joins us to share his insights into reducing stress in project management and leading teams more effectively. Drawing from his personal experiences with burnout and recovery, James has developed practical, human-centered approaches that prioritize team well-being while achieving project goals. This episode explores the roots of project stress and provides actionable solutions for creating healthier project environments.

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Episode 509: Project Success Starts with the Right Project Team (Free)

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Achieving project success involves more than managing timelines and deliverables; it starts with assembling the right team. In this episode, award-winning project management consultant and speaker, Dawn Mahan, shares her expertise on creating cohesive, effective project teams and maximizing the impact of each role. With her extensive experience advising senior leaders, Dawn brings a wealth of practical insights to help project managers make the best use of their team members’ skills and ensure everyone is aligned with the project’s objectives.

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Episode 508: The Three Pillars of a High-Performing Project Manager (Free)

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Every project manager faces the complex challenge of balancing priorities across multiple dimensions, from tracking budgets and deadlines to nurturing productive teams. In this episode, Ben Willmott, founder of PPM Academy, joins us to break down his three fundamental pillars for achieving consistent project success. With over 20 years of industry experience, Ben shares insights on how these pillars – project health, financial health, and team health – can simplify the path to effective project management. His focus on practical, adaptable methods empowers project managers to navigate project complexities and drive high-impact outcomes.

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Episode 507: Mastering Remote Leadership - Strategies for Project Managers

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Remote leadership has become an essential skill in today’s project-driven environment, and mastering it can give you a distinct competitive advantage. In this episode, Cornelius Fichtner welcomes Wayne Turmel, an expert in remote work and leadership, to discuss how project managers can adapt their leadership styles to meet the demands of virtual teams. Wayne shares practical strategies and tools managers can use to build trust, communicate effectively, and foster engagement in remote work.

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The PMI-ACP Exam is Changing on 2024-Nov-08

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The Project Management Institute (PMI) is updating the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® exam, with significant changes taking effect on November 8th, 2024. Whether you're currently studying or planning to start your preparation, these updates will impact your path to certification. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about the upcoming changes and how they affect you.

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Episode 506: Project Management Volunteering as a Leadership Career Boost

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Volunteering in project management is much more than just lending a hand. It's a powerful personal and professional growth tool, particularly in honing leadership abilities. In this episode, we’re joined by Mayte Mata Sivera and Yasmina Khelifi, co-authors of the book The Volunteering Journey to Project Leadership, who share their experiences and insights into how project managers can leverage volunteering opportunities to develop critical skills.

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Episode 505: Rescue Your Project Meetings

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This discussion focuses on the crucial topic of project meetings, featuring insights from expert guests Rich Maltzman and Jim Stewart. Rich and Jim, both seasoned project management professionals, share their extensive experience in transforming inefficient and unproductive meetings into powerful tools that drive project success. With decades of experience between them, they reveal actionable tips and strategies that every project manager can apply to rescue their meetings from the brink of chaos.

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Episode 504: Project Success Beyond the Gantt Chart

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We explore the intricate balance between the art and science of project management with Shannon Keenan, co-founder and partner at ArtemisFactor.com. Shannon, with over 25 years of expertise in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, shares her profound insights into how project managers can navigate the complexities of their field. From managing scope creep and overwhelming communication to mitigating risks and leading people through change, this conversation sheds light on the practical realities of managing projects in today's dynamic environments.

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Episode 503 Part 3: PMP Exam Simulator Statistics

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In this episode of The Project Management Podcast, host Cornelius Fichtner continues his detailed guide on using the PMP Exam Simulator at www.pm-exam-simulator.com/. This time, he focuses on statistics' critical role in exam preparation. Cornelius explains how to interpret the data provided by the simulator to identify your weak areas and improve your study focus. By leveraging these statistics, you can tailor your preparation strategy to ensure you are ready for the actual PMP exam.

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Episode 503 Part 2: PMP Exam Simulator - Taking Full Exams

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In this episode of The Project Management Podcast, host Cornelius Fichtner continues the in-depth exploration of the PMP Exam Simulator at www.pm-exam-simulator.com/. This episode is about guiding you through taking a full-length 180-question PMP practice exam within the simulator. Cornelius shares invaluable tips on when to incorporate full-length exams into your study routine, how to navigate the simulator, and the types of questions you will encounter on the actual PMP exam.

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Episode 503 Part 1: PMP Exam Simulator Quizzes

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In this episode of The Project Management Podcast, we explore the first part of our series on using the PMP Exam Simulator at www.pm-exam-simulator.com/. We focus on the simulator's quiz function, a powerful tool for targeted learning and rapid improvement in your PMP exam preparation. By taking short, domain-specific quizzes, you can effectively check your understanding of specific topics and identify areas that need more attention.

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Episode 502: Digital PMO

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In this episode, we explore the intersection of PMOs and the digital transformation era with Amireh Amirmazaheri, the managing director of PMO Solutions. Amireh shares her extensive experience in PMO frameworks and strategic growth, shedding light on how PMOs adapt to and drive digital change. We discuss the challenges PMOs face, their innovative strategies, and the importance of aligning digital transformation initiatives with strategic business objectives.

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