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Episode 522: What is Leadership? (Free)

Written by Cornelius Fichtner.

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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Leadership is more than just managing tasks—it’s about inspiring teams, fostering collaboration, and guiding change. In this episode, we break down what true leadership means in a project management context and beyond. Whether you're leading a small initiative or a large-scale transformation, understanding leadership principles can significantly impact your success.

PDUs: Power Skills, Project Management Basics

Last updated on 25 March 2025.

Episode 521: How to Get PMP Certified (Free)

Written by Cornelius Fichtner.

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Preparing for the PMP exam can feel overwhelming, but the right strategy and mindset make all the difference. In this episode, recent test-taker and now PMP-certified professional Rich Rushlow shares his journey to certification, offering firsthand insights into the study materials, resources, and techniques that worked best for him.

PDUs: Not Applicable, PMP Lesson Learned

Last updated on 01 March 2025.

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

Written by Cornelius Fichtner.

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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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!

Written by Cornelius Fichtner.

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

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)

Written by Cornelius Fichtner.

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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.

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Episode 522: What is Leadership? (Free)

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

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

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