Explore every episode of the podcast Project Management Podcast: Project Management for the Masses with Cesar Abeid, PMP

OKRs promise strategic clarity but often fail. Philipp Schett, CEO of Wave 9 and ex-Microsoft/Meta exec, joins the show to reveal why. Learn the common pitfalls, the red flags of a failing program, and how to use project management principles to implement OKRs that actually drive results.

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Discover the story of Edison Motors and their mission to revolutionize the trucking industry with electric and hybrid solutions. Chase Barber shares his journey from logging to EV innovation, revealing their unique approach to problem-solving and project management. This episode is a masterclass in practical problem-solving and authentic entrepreneurship.

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In a lively chat with Ben Lamorte, learn how OKRs can transform project management. Uncover the OKR framework, strategies for aligning projects with company goals, and the crucial role of coaching. Whether you're implementing OKRs or just seeking better outcomes, this episode offers actionable insights for measurable success.

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In this episode James Louttit and I discuss his delightful book, Leading Impactful Teams, focusing on low-stress project management. The conversation covers emotional intelligence, practical techniques like prioritization, and risk management strategies. You'll also learn actionable tips for navigating uncertainty and improving team dynamics.

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Feel awkward self-promoting? Traci Duez joins me to discuss overcoming this common hurdle. We explore practical ways to identify and share your accomplishments, debunk myths about humility, and learn how to authentically celebrate your successes without overshadowing others. Discover why self-promotion is key to career growth.

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In this episode of the *Project Management for the Masses* podcast, Kerry Hoffman shares her unique journey from restaurant management to enterprise-level project management, revealing how the core principles of project management can be applied to anything—whether it's running a restaurant or managing complex business initiatives. Tune in to discover practical tips on creating project charters, managing risks, and leading with a calm demeanor, no matter the chaos around you.

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In a compelling episode of the podcast, Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez joins host Cesar Abeid to explore the evolving role of the Chief Project Officer (CPO) in today's organizations. Antonio delves into how shifting resources from operations to projects are reshaping the needs of modern management roles, emphasizing the critical need for a CPO to oversee and integrate project activities effectively. He discusses the pivotal differences between operations and projects, offering insights into why a standardized approach often fails in project management. This engaging conversation also touches on the hierarchical challenges within corporations and the strategic integration of projects with corporate objectives. For those interested in the intersections of project management, strategy, and organizational change, this episode is a must-listen.

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Discover the transformative power of employee recognition in this insightful podcast interview with Debra Corey. With practical tips and the "Four Golden Rules" of recognition, she offers a roadmap for creating a culture of appreciation within organizations, emphasizing its impact on employee well-being and organizational success.

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Mark J. Woeppel shares his experience leading a massive project to clean up the Gulf of Mexico after the 2010 oil spill.

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Nick and Cesar explore the essence of note-making vs. note-taking. Dive into the challenges of the digital age, Nick's trust in Obsidian, and a glimpse of his workshop.

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Tracy Duez and Cesar delve into the transformative power of wanting more, challenging the notion of 'wanting' as selfish. They explore purpose's role in desire and offer tools like the Wheel of Wants to clarify aspirations. Learn about aligning head and heart, fulfilling purpose, embracing growth, and how wanting can foster a more fulfilling life.

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In today's episode, we're joined by Hilary Kinney to discuss 'Project Management for Parents'. We'll explore the integration of project management principles in parenting and how it promotes harmony and efficiency within the family. Don't miss out!

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Discover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in project management as Cesar explores the realm of AI with guest Tom Ummells, the creator of Tom's Planner.

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Today I chat with author Tatiyana Cure, author of "Hiring to Win." We cover strategies for hiring and keeping talent in your organization.

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Today I bring you the scrappy Kimberly Wiefling, who will delight you with her playful take on leadership and project management.

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Lara Hogan explains the difference between coaching and mentoring, then goes on to coach me in a very real, scarily authentic coaching session. Don't miss this one.

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More companies are adopting a "hybrid" situation in which some employees work from home some or all of the time, while others work from the office. How do we ensure success in this new reality?

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How to ensure your change initiative pays off, with guest Brendon Baker, author of the excellent book "Valuable Change."

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An open and frank conversation with Kevin Torf about project management and leadership, as well as tidbits of his pithy and practical book.

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Lance Willett, Chief Product & Technology Officer at social media platform Tumblr shares his leadership philosophy, his views on project and product management, and distributed work at Tumblr.

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Today I chat with Donna Weber, the world's leading expert on customer onboarding.

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How do develop your strategic thinking? Today I chat with author Greg Githens on the most important way to improve your thinking and up your impact in the world.

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Today we talk about joy in the workplace, with my guest Richard Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations.

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Today I bring you one of my favourite conversations I have had on this podcast. I will introduce you to an accomplished CEO who lost a CEO's most powerful tool: his voice. But what he has found in the process of dealing with this loss is truly remarkable.

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Learn how to ace that job interview for your next project management role with Elizabeth Harrin.

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Be intentional about your mornings so you can be at your best during the day. Crafting your perfect morning routine with Sasha Marie Stone.

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Can nature help us lead projects and design better organizations? Learn the principles of the new science of Biomimicry today with my guest Lex Amore.

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As a break from project management, today we have a fascinating conversation with author S.D. Smith about life, courage, bravery, finding purpose, faith, and even a little Jurassic Park.

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What could you accomplish if you could stay focused? What if you had the power to become “indistractable?” Today I chat with Nir Eyal, author of the excellent book Indistractable. We cover tips and techniques to avoid distractions and get focused.

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Cesar Abeid talks with author Karen Martin on the benefits of value stream thinking for your organization.

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How do you lead in times of disruption? Has the COVID-19 pandemic affected your ability to lead yourself and your team? Today I chat with the excellent "Leadership Freak" Dan Rockwell on how to exercise leadership during times such as these.

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You are likely staying home and away from many things that have kept you busy. In this episode, I share my tips to keep your body, mind, and soul engaged so you learn to do well and even thrive in difficult circumstances.

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Cesar Abeid talks with authors Johanna Rothman and Mark Kilby on managing distributed agile teams.

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Cesar Abeid and Megan Marcel from Automattic talk about planning and managing large corporate events. It's all project management!

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Cesar Abeid and Cornelius Fichtner talk about the upcoming changes to the PMP exam and the best strategies to get your certification right now.

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Cesar Abeid and Susanne Madsen talk about today's new challenges in project leadership and the second edition of her book, The Power of Project Leadership

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Cesar Abeid and Karen Arnold of Automattic talk about the benefits of building a distributed/remote team and how to get started.

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Cesar Abeid and Dr. Mik Kersten talk about the necessary shift from project to product thinking.

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Cesar invites Farnoosh Brock back to the podcast today to talk about developing a serving mindset. This is the topic of her new book: The Serving Mindset: Stop Selling and Grow Your Business. Though primarily directed towards...

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Cesar invited Colin Ellis to be a guest on the show today. Colin D. Ellis is an award-winning international speaker, best-selling author and renowned project leadership and culture expert who works with organizations around the...

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Cesar invited Jason Evanish join him on this episode. Jason is the CEO and founder of GetLighthouse.com which is software and a blog dedicated to helping people be awesome managers. They help managers in over...

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Cesar & Traci invited Rick Morris, best-selling author, mentor, and evangelist for project management as well as an all-around great guy to join them on this episode. Rick’s appetite for knowledge and passion for the...

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Cesar & Traci invited Mr. Iain Fraser, Chairman of the global Board of Directors for the Project Management Institute in 2006 on to the show this week to discuss the state of project, programme and portfolio...

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Cesar & Traci thought about publishing this episode last week but, well… you know… maybe we procrastinated. In this episode, we discuss procrastination and some anti-procrastination strategies. Some of the topics we cover are: Is...

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In this episode, Cesar & Traci talk with Dennis Hong of SocialSavvySage.com. Dennis offers simple, easy-to-use tips to overcome our basic communication styles especially through text communications. Some of the topics he covers are: What...

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In this episode, Cesar tells Traci that she sucks! Then they talk about 7 ways to lessen the sting of criticism and not take it personally. The 7 ways are: Stop worrying about what other...

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In this episode, Cesar and Traci interview Christopher Avery, PhD. He is a reformed management consultant. After a decade helping corporations help smart, ambitious professionals find ways to cope with lives they don’t want and...

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 In this episode, Traci turns the tables on Cesar and interviews him! Cesar is a team lead for Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com and a number of other products. Automattic employs more than 600 employees, all...

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In this episode, Cesar and Traci explore the direction of upcoming podcast episodes. We are asking YOU, our listener, to give us your thoughts on the direction of the podcast. What is the biggest leadership or project...

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In the final episode of our series on Self-Leadership, Cesar and Traci discuss 4 steps to setting and achieving your goals and becoming the person you want to become. In episode 106, we talked about...

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