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Episode 520: What Does a Project Manager Do? (Free)

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This episode is part of our Project Management Basics series, where we review the core principles of effective project management.

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Project managers play a pivotal role in turning strategy into execution, but what exactly do they do daily? From ensuring teams stay aligned to mitigating risks and keeping projects on schedule, their responsibilities are both broad and essential. This episode breaks down the core tasks defining a project manager's daily work and explores how their roles evolve from junior to senior levels.

PDUs: Ways of Working, Project Management Basics

Last updated on 01 March 2025.

Episode 519: What is a Project Manager? (Free) – Includes Juggling by Cornelius!

PM Basics

This episode is part of our Project Management Basics series, where we review the core principles of effective project management.

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Cornelius Fichtner provides a clear and focused overview of the role of a project manager and the profound impact these professionals have on organizational success. He explains how project managers coordinate tasks, motivate teams, and deliver results while balancing risk, scope, and stakeholder needs. Project managers create an environment where projects can flourish and meet their goals by defining objectives, procuring resources, managing constraints, ensuring quality, and tailoring processes.

PDUs: Ways of Working, Project Management Basics

Last updated on 01 March 2025.

Episode 518: PMO Success: Strategic Project Management Office & Business Value (Free)

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PMOs are often seen as administrative hubs, yet they possess far greater potential when aligned with organizational strategy. Cornelius Fichtner welcomes seasoned consultant and leader, Demi Anderson, who has more than three decades of experience in project, program, and portfolio management. She shows how PMOs can focus on strategic goals rather than serving solely as process gatekeepers. And we learn that each PMO setup depends on the needs of the company, from a temporary project-level office to a permanent enterprise-level structure.

PDUs: Business Acumen, Podcast Episodes About PMO, Project Management Office

Last updated on 26 February 2025.

Episode 517: What is Project Management? (Free)

PM Basics

This episode is part of our Project Management Basics series, where we review the core principles of effective project management.

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Episode Summary

Project management stands at the heart of many successful initiatives, providing the structure and guiding principles needed to achieve meaningful outcomes. Cornelius Fichtner, PMP, draws from extensive industry experience to explain how a clear strategy, effective collaboration, and continuous improvement can empower professionals to meet and exceed project objectives. He emphasizes that every project benefits from a well-defined scope, an appropriate methodology, and ongoing risk management, allowing teams to navigate challenges without losing sight of key goals.

PDUs: Ways of Working, Project Management Basics

Last updated on 12 February 2025.

Episode 516: Elevate Team Performance with Leadership Lessons from NASA (Premium Preview)

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NASA is known for pushing the limits of human capability, but its greatest strength lies in its leadership culture. Dr. Dave Williams, a retired astronaut, physician, and former NASA executive, joins us to share valuable leadership lessons from his time at the agency. Drawing from real-life experiences, he explores how NASA leaders transitioned from technical experts to highly effective project managers and executives.

PDUs: Power Skills, Servant Leadership

Last updated on 31 January 2025.

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Episode 520: What Does a Project Manager Do? (Free)

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