
How To Be A Political Strategist & Gain Popularity As A PM
What does it really mean to be the "popular" PM? Galen Low is joined by Thako Harris—a seasoned agency leader and VP of Operations at Skully Rebels—to talk about what it means to be the project manager that everyone wants to work with, and how it's got way more to do with organizational politics than it does just minding the triple constraint.
9 Nov 202341min

How To Nail Agency Growth in the Fast-Paced Digital Era
In the dynamic and ever-changing landscape of digital marketing, staying ahead of the curve is both a challenge and a necessity. Galen Low is joined by Tammy Valentine—President of LuckyTamm Digital Marketing—to talk about what it takes for boutique agencies to keep pace with the breakneck speed of digital marketing.
26 Okt 202334min

How To Become A Better PM Through Peer Mentorship
Imagine landing in the challenging world of project management and finding a community that not only supports but fuels your professional growth. Keegan McCready, has harnessed the power of communities like the DPM and the local PMI chapter to transform his career journey. Keegan's story is the living proof of the impact of a supportive community network that helped him not just survive a layoff but thrive in unexpected ways. Listen in to hear Keegan's experiences of building relationships, s...
19 Okt 202315min

How To Harness The Power Of Your Org's PMO In Digital Transformation
What if we told you that purpose-driven Project Management Offices (PMOs) could dramatically transform your company's productivity and bottom line? That's exactly what we're unpacking today with Joe Pusz—Founder and President of The PMO Squad. With years of experience and a passion for project management, Joe shares his journey from corporate project manager to PMO guru, explaining why he is on a mission to help companies identify and harness the power of their PMOs. Tune in to explore the ...
11 Okt 202346min

How Joining An Online Community Can Help You Grow As A PM
Ever wondered how being part of various online communities can provide value to your career? Nicolassa Galvez, CEO and Founder of Chingona Coach, offered us a wealth of insights on this topic as she shared her approach to managing time and contributions within these digital realms and introduced the unique concept of anti-career coaching. She shared how diverse communities—ranging from anti-career coaching to Latinas growing their businesses—provide her with mentorship, a sounding boar...
5 Okt 202321min

How to Make Agile Work Effectively at Agencies
Ever wonder why agencies grapple with the transition from traditional project management to Agile methodologies? Wonder no more! Dave Prior—Certified Scrum Trainer and Agile thought leader—shares how to implement Agile in an agency context. Drawing from his experience in a New York digital agency, Dave dives into the hurdles around adopting Agile and how past failures can lead to skepticism towards this methodology.
28 Sep 202339min

How To Handle Project Changes When They Happen Without Your Approval
Ready to tackle the project changes that inevitably come up? Want to understand how to effectively manage underperformance within your team? Our seasoned panel of Digital Project Management professionals — Pam Butkowski, Sally Shaughnessy, & Patrice Embry — share their tried-and-tested strategies to navigate these situations with poise and effectiveness. They'll guide you through scenarios such as clients adding deliverables, new clients rotating into a project team, and underperforming t...
14 Sep 202344min

How To Run An Effective Retro & Apply Lessons Learned to Future Projects
Learn to navigate your next project retrospective with ease! Galen Low is joined by Payson Hall—Principal Consultant at Catalysis Group—to talk about project retrospectives: how to run them effectively and how to ensure that the lessons you capture in your retrospectives actually translate into improvements for future projects.
12 Sep 202353min