The global pause created by COVID-19 will eventually be over, and it will be easy to go back to the same habits that were exhausting you before it. Celeste Headlee joins us to talk about her new book Do Nothing.

Special thanks to University of California Irvine (UCI) Continuing Education for sponsoring episode 293. Check out their Project Management Certificate Program at https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/uci

This episode is sponsored by University of California Irvine Continuing Education, who has been developing adult learners for over half a century. UC Irvine has a Project Management Certificate Program that is available to you, regardless of whether you’re in their neighborhood or around the world. UC Irvine’s program aligns with standards set out by Project Management Institute and satisfies the education requirements for the Project Management Professional certification. Summer registration is now open! Visit https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/uci to learn more and reserve your seat. Thanks!

FranklinCovey Executive Vice President Scott Jeffrey Miller joins us for episode 292 to talk about his book Management Mess to Leadership Success.

Learn more about Scott at https://ManagementMess.com.

Trying to lead and deliver in the midst of stress can feel like walking in the fog. Carole Osterweil joins us to talk about her book entitled Project Delivery, Uncertainty and Neuroscience.

Learn more about Carole and her book at visibledynamics.co.uk.

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Talent Triangle: Leadership

Magic Drops by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5685-magic-drops- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Tribal Joy by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4743-tribal-joy License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

We walk in a fog by Lauluyhtye Rajaton Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQyhZUYuO2w

Part of the journey for all of us is learning how to become better at leading teams and projects. I like to think of leading a bit like cooking or playing golf--it’s not something most of us will ever master--we’re just trying to burn less dishes or to improve our scores, so to speak, as we continue this wonderful journey of leadership.

In this episode, I'm excited to introduce you to Alain Hunkins. He's the author of a new book entitled Cracking the Leadership Code: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders.

Learn more about Alain and his book at CrackingTheLeadershipCode.com.

I hear from listeners almost every day and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite!

Also, all of our workshops and keynotes are available in a virtual format. Concerned about travel with the coronavirus pandemic? We can help you invest in your team without requiring travel. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes. Thanks!

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Talent Triangle: Leadership

Inspiring Orchestra by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5671-inspiring-orchestra- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Inspirational Piano and Orchestra by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5666-inspirational-piano-and-orchestra- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Empathy Song by Mosaic Project Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDQeGKP8qYU

This episode is sponsored by University of California Irvine Continuing Education, who has been developing adult learners for over half a century. UC Irvine has a Project Management Certificate Program that is available to you, regardless of whether you’re in their neighborhood or around the world. UC Irvine’s program aligns with standards set out by Project Management Institute and satisfies the education requirements for the Project Management Professional certification. Spring registration is now open! Visit ce.uci.edu/PeopleAndProjects to learn more and reserve your seat. Thanks!

Being childlike is not exactly typical advice you hear dished out for leaders, but before this episode is done, I trust you’ll see exactly what my guest John O'Leary is talking about. John is the author of a new book entitled In Awe. It's a book I highly recommend, and look forward to hearing from you after you listen to this episode.

Learn more about John and his book at johnolearyinspires.com/shop/in-awe-book/.

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Talent Triangle: Leadership

Children Play by AlekSound Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5929-children-play License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Inspiring Advertising by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5515-inspiring-advertising- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Audio clip of child asking questions: Uncle Buck Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZMWgW6QNuw

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We often miss the fact that we hold back our own progress. Let's use this time well for reflection, learning, and growth.

What are some things you've seen block people's career progress? What is something that you've personally done during the COVID-19 lockdown that has enhanced your skills? Improved your opportunities?

I hear from listeners almost every day and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite!

Also, if you know of a group at your organization that has an upcoming large group gathering and uses outside speakers, let them know about the podcast! I'd love to work with them to help improve their ability to lead and deliver. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes. Thanks!

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Talent Triangle: Leadership

Job risk and change is not something just reserved for global pandemics. People listening to this episode years from now will still face the same reality: going through the process of looking for a new job is challenging, especially if you’re looking to transition from one industry to another.

But hey, we’re project managers! So how about we look at job transition as a project?

That’s the mindset shared by my guest today. Herb Thompson is the author of The Transition Mission: A Green Beret’s approach to transition from the military. Though Herb’s mission is focused on helping veterans, you’ll find today’s discussion relevant regardless of whether you have a military background. Learn more about Herb and his non-profit at www.sf2biz.com.

I hear from listeners almost every day and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite!

Also, all of our workshops and keynotes are available in a virtual format. Concerned about travel with the coronavirus pandemic? We can help you invest in your team without requireing travel. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes. Thanks!

Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast!

Talent Triangle: Strategic and Business Management

Humanity by AlekSound Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6003-humanity License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Uplifting Ballad by Alexander Nakarada Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4725-uplifting-ballad License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode is sponsored by University of California Irvine Continuing Education, who has been developing adult learners for over half a century. UC Irvine has a Project Management Certification Program that is available to you anywhere around the world. UC Irvine’s program aligns with standards set out by Project Management Institute and satisfies the education requirements for the Project Management Professional certification. Spring registration is now open! Visit ce.uci.edu/PeopleAndProjects to learn more and reserve your seat. Thanks!

The idea of strengths-based leadership is not new to you, right? You’ve likely been taught that you should focus on your strengths, and lead that way with your team members. We’ve talked about strengths from multiple angles, but today I want to share yet another.

Ruth Pearce is a friend--someone I dearly respect as a colleague. She’s a strong advocate not only for strengths in general, but specifically with character strengths, and how they apply to those of us who lead people and teams. Beyond all that, she’s just a wonderful person.

In this episode, you’ll hear Ruth talk about her book Be a Project Motivator. Learn more about Ruth at projectmotivator.com/. Take the free Character Strengths Assessment at https://www.viacharacter.org/survey/account/register 

If you would like additional ways to earn free PDUs while learning about agile, check out these episodes:

• Episode 252 with Marcus Buckingham, the father of the strengths movement
• Episode 283 with Tom Rath, author of StrengthsFinder 2.0

I hear from listeners almost every day and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite!

Also, all of our workshops and keynotes are available in a virtual format. Concerned about travel with the coronavirus pandemic? We can help you invest in your team without requiring travel. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes. Thanks!

Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast!

Talent Triangle: Leadership

Eurasia by AlekSound Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5991-eurasia License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Inspiring Advertising by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5515-inspiring-advertising- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This episode is sponsored by the 120VC Project Leadership Program, led by my friend J. Scott from 120VC. You may recall my discussion with J back in episode 274 about his book The Irreverent Guide to Project Management. There are so many things I appreciate about J, but one is his passion for the people side of our profession. 120VC has been driving large global transformational Projects successfully for the last 20 years for fortune 500 clients like Trader Joes, Sony Pictures, T-Mobile, & AT&T. J's Project Leadership Program is a practical 14-week virtual & instructor-led learning opportunity. It qualifies for 30 PDUs while teaching you techniques that get proven results.

J's next cohort starts up on April 22 and he's offering $200 USD off for listeners of the podcast. Register at 120vc.com/plp and use the coupon code People-0422. I highly recommend it!

We often think of agile approaches being used for systems or software-related projects. Our guest today is Gil Broza, who recently published a book entitled Agile for Non-Software Teams. In today’s discussion, Gil and I talk about his agile journey, what he means when he refers to agile, and some of the common mistakes people make when embarking on an agile journey. Gil will even share some thoughts about applying agile at home. I look forward to sharing that discussion with you today.

Learn more about Gil at 3pvantage.com/.

If you would like additional ways to earn free PDUs while learning about agile, check out these episodes:

• Episode 84 with Gil, talking about his book The Human Side of Agile
• Episode 74 with Andy Crowe for his perspectives on about agile
• Episode 95 with Cornelius Fichtner about the PMI-ACP certification
• Episode 207 with Johanna Rothman about her book Create Your Successful Agile Project

I hear from listeners almost every day and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite!

Also, all of our workshops and keynotes are available in a virtual format. Concerned about travel with the coronavirus pandemic? We can help you invest in your team without requiring travel. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes. Thanks!

Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast!

Talent Triangle: Technical Project Management

Adding the Sun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Pop Cinematic Credits by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5586-pop-cinematic-credits- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Being Agile is our favourite thing by ThoughtWorksUK Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALWHCUNU8Nw

This episode is sponsored by the 120VC Project Leadership Program, led by my friend J. Scott, founder of 120VC. You may recall my discussion with J back in episode 274 about his book The Irreverent Guide to Project Management.

There are so many things I appreciate about J, but one is his passion for the people side of our profession. 120VC has been driving large global transformational Projects successfully for the last 20 years for fortune 500 clients like Trader Joes, Sony Pictures, T-Mobile, & AT&T. J's Project Leadership Program is a practical 14-week virtual & instructor-led learning opportunity. It qualifies for 30 PDUs while teaching you techniques that get proven results.

J's next cohort starts up on April 22 and he's offering $200 USD off for listeners of the podcast. Register at 120vc.com/plp and use the coupon code People-0422. I highly recommend it!

Globally, we’re at a challenging time with the coronavirus pandemic still growing in most countries. Challenges like this can cause difficult conversations, where people can disagree vehemently on policy decisions at a national level—or on whether or not groceries should be sprayed down at the household level.

In my home country, it’s an election year, which increasingly causes people to lose their minds when talking with people who think differently than them.

But beyond the current events of the day, let’s face it.... If you lead projects and teams, there are difficult stakeholders. There are difficult bosses and clients, and in order for us to successfully move initiatives along, we need to find a way to make sure we have shared understanding and expectations, and we often need to find a way to get the buy-in of people who just aren’t buying in!

I’m excited to introduce you to a remarkable person. Peter Boghossian is co-author of a new book entitled How to Have Impossible Conversations. It’s a book about influence, conversations, and so much more, and I can’t wait to share this discussion with you.

Follow Peter on Twitter at twitter.com/peterboghossian.

If you would like additional ways to earn free PDUs while improving your influence and conversation skills, check out these episodes:

• Episode 282 with Jonah Berger about reducing roadblocks to influence
• Episode 276 with Buster Benson about productive disagreement
• Episode 268 with Oren Klaff about new approaches to influence
• Episode 195 with Celeste Headlee about having conversations with anyone
• Episode 194 with Tim David about how to get to Yes without manipulating
• Episode 157 with Dr. Robert Cialdini about influence and persuasion
• Episode 88 with Dan Pink about selling skills (non-salespeople)

I hear from listeners almost every day and I love it! How about you and I connect on LinkedIn? Go to https://PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/LinkedIn and send me an invite!

Also, all of our workshops and keynotes are available in a virtual format. Concerned about travel with the coronavirus pandemic? We can help you invest in your team without requireing travel. Learn more at https://i-leadonline.com/keynotes. Thanks!

Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast!

Talent Triangle: Leadership

Dawn Of The Apocalypse by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5627-dawn-of-the-apocalypse- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Upbeat Piano by Rafael Krux Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5444-upbeat-piano- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Difficult Conversations by Columbus Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xuUmps5PUQ