How To Identify & Fix Project Team Dysfuntion Using Teamangle
Could your teams be dysfunctional without you even knowing it? And if so, is there anything you can do about it as a project or people leader without throwing the baby out with the bathwater and starting from scratch? Galen Low is joined by Greg Storey and Brett Harned—Co-Founders of Same Team Partners—to delve into the nuances of team dysfunction and explore strategies to overcome it. Resources from this episode: Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and ...
3 Des 202446min
How to Reduce Project Stress Through Better Prioritization and Stakeholder Honesty
Asking stakeholders to prioritize project scope can lead to fistfights, bruised egos, and a daunting array of multiple "top priorities". But can it also be a way to foster a culture of collaboration and transparency? Galen Low is joined by James Louttit—Founder and Lead Trainer at Impactful Project Management—to explore the delicate art of prioritization and how to wield it in a way that cuts straight through the politics and directly towards project success. Resources from this episod...
26 Nov 202442min
How to Unlock Predictable Growth with Data-Driven, GenAI-Enabled Resource Management
Let’s face it: we’d all have a little more hair on our heads if resourcing our projects wasn’t a weekly ritual fraught with chaos, conflict, and overwhelm. But could a blend of good data, machine learning, and GenAI make resourcing a walk in the park? Galen Low is joined by Grant Hultgren (Agency Operations Consultant at Parallax), Marcel Petitpas (Co-Founder & CEO at Parakeeto), and Ann Campea (VP of Project Management Operations at TrueSense Marketing) to explore the promises and challe...
19 Nov 202448min
How to Foster Collaboration Across Cultures in Distributed Project Teams
When your project teams span multiple work cultures and continents, things can get a little more complicated. But with with so many moving parts and sources of pressure, what's the best way to get your internationally-distributed teams working together to reduce stress instead of adding to it? Galen Low is joined by Yasmina Khelifi (Senior Project Manager) & Mayte Mata Sivera (Head of PMO) to explore some key aspects of effective international collaboration. Resources from this episode:...
12 Nov 202432min
How To Set Boundaries & Establish Balance For Success As A Project Manager
In the fast-paced world of project management, finding balance between professional ambitions and personal well-being is essential. Galen Low is joined by Ken Stewart—Change & Delivery Guide and the Author of “Burn That Project Down”—to offer a roadmap to mastering project management without losing oneself. Resources from this episode: Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Ken on LinkedInCheck out Ken’s book “Burn That Project...
5 Nov 202439min
How to Measure the True Impact of Your Projects
Sorry to say this, but as a project manager you can deliver your project on-time, on-budget, and within scope... and still fail. So is the iron triangle still important? And can PMs influence the impact of their projects beyond it? Galen Low is joined by Pam Butkowski (SVP of Delivery Management at Hero Digital) & Stephanie Best (Managing Director at Greannmhar) to unpack the importance of looking beyond conventional metrics to redefine what success means in project management. Resource...
29 Okt 202442min
How to Choose the Right Volunteer Opportunity to Grow in Your PM Career
Volunteering has long been an avenue for individuals to give back to their communities, but its impact on professional development, particularly in project management, is a lesser-known benefit. Galen Low is joined by Yasmina Khelifi (Senior Project Manager) & Mayte Mata Sivera (Head of PMO) to discuss how their volunteer experiences have significantly propelled their careers. Resources from this episode: Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podc...
22 Okt 202431min
How To Reframe Job Security As An Agency Professional
If your plan is to get the proverbial "gold pen" and retire after putting in 45 years at the same agency, you might find yourself working against the odds. But if that's the case, what does it mean to have job security in the agency world? Galen Low is joined by Max Traylor—The Consultant’s Consultant and Founder of Max Traylor LLC—to delve into the concept of job security and what options are available to agency professionals today. Resources from this episode: Join DPM MembershipSubscribe...
15 Okt 202423min
