People. Process. Progress.

Welcome to the 20-episode run of the All-Hazards Project Management: Series Kickoff and What to Expect of the People, Process, Progress podcast.

Since I was seventeen, I’ve been involved in public safety, emergency medicine, and planning events or incident responses. Across all these roles, one truth has stood out: effective planning connects them all. In public safety, it’s about saving lives and protecting property—but that only works when teams share a process and operate efficiently. In emergency medicine, triage and crisis standards guide us to do the greatest good for the greatest number. And in project management, it’s about turning an idea into reality.

In every one of these fields, people are the constant. To stay safe, deliver care, and get results, those people must work a shared process. The progress we make depends on both.

That’s where this All-Hazards Project Management series comes in.

This series is built from the field and the front lines. I've used elements of what you’ll hear in these episodes to train fire department leaders in project management and to share public safety insights with members of the Project Management Institute (PMI). These are the practical lessons that bridge emergency response and organizational execution.

Each episode blends:

• People – who we lead and how we support them,
• Process – the systems and structures that keep us aligned,
• Progress – the measurable outcomes that prove we’re moving forward.

We’ll connect project management frameworks to the Incident Command System (ICS), highlight real-world parallels, and provide tools you can apply immediately. You'll also get a clear call to action in every episode to drive results, not just reflection.

If you’re ready to lead in uncertainty, plan with precision, and deliver under pressure—this series is for you.

Let’s lead with clarity, operate with purpose, and progress together. I’ll see you next week.

In this episode, How to Tackle Scope Creep with People, Process, and Courage we're diving into how to protect our projects, keep our sanity, and build stronger teams in the process.

Episode outline

• Intro
• Core concepts
• The People Side: Assertiveness and Stakeholder Boundaries 
• The Process Side: Change Control Systems (Hard Skills/PM Tools)
• The Progress Side: Leading with Clarity Under Pressure 
• Summary & Closing

Godspeed y'all,

Kevin

This episode is an audiobook-like version of the The 7 Pillars Field Guide Audiobook, how to build a more balanced life distills the key, actionable tools and techniques from The Stability Equation into one-page summaries of each of the seven pillars: ownership, mindfulness, movement, boundaries, connection, sleep, and faith.

Godspeed y'all,

Kevin

Welcome back to the People, Process, Progress podcast, the podcast dedicated to fostering pragmatic optimism in your professional world. Today, in Project handoffs that work, how to receive and deliver with clarity we're tackling a universal challenge: the art of the good project handoff.

Whether you're a healthcare professional transitioning patient care, a software developer handing off a project, or simply passing the baton in any collaborative effort, a smooth handoff is crucial for success. So, let's dive in and explore some key elements for both providing and receiving a stellar handoff.

Godspeed y'all,

Kevin

In Portfolio management lessons from Skyrim for project leaders, I share how the choices made in the virtual fantasy world of Skyrim parallel the strategic decisions Portfolio Managers and leaders must make when planning, resourcing, and executing projects within their organizations' portfolios.

Episode focus areas:

• Effective resource allocation and prioritization
• Effective stakeholder management
• Effective risk management
• Effective progress tracking and benefit realization

Godspeed y'all,

Kevin

Restarting the Fix It Friday series with the March 2024 episode from the Hope is NOT a Plan podcast. This episode delves into the crucial skill of asking objective questions to drive clarity and problem-solving. We explore how unbiased inquiries can empower teams and improve processes by drawing parallels to the host's diverse podcasting journey and the principles in his book The Stability Equation. Learn practical techniques to formulate effective objective questions and unlock better organizational outcomes.

How to ask:

• Focus on "who," "what," "when," "where," and "how" questions
• Avoid leading questions that suggest an answer
• Phrase questions neutrally, without judgment
• Encourage elaboration with open-ended questions

Godspeed y'all,

Kevin

Hey everyone!

I'm excited to officially announce the launch of my book, The Stability Equation: 7 Pillars for a More Balanced Life! This subreddit was created to discuss the principles and practices outlined in the book, and I'm so grateful to have you all here.

This book is deeply personal, born from my struggles with anxiety, trauma, and the journey to find lasting mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. It shares the roadmap I developed – the 7 Pillars – that helped me reclaim my balance.

This book can serve as a practical resource, and this subreddit can become a supportive community where we can explore these pillars together, share our experiences, and encourage each other on our paths to greater stability.

If you're interested in learning more, you can find the book on Amazon here:https://a.co/d/1V1tpGI

I look forward to engaging with you and building a supportive community around The Stability Equation. Let's work towards a more balanced life together.

Godspeed y'all,

Kevin

Today's episode, The Stability Equation: 7 Pillars for a More Balanced Life, is all about building a balanced life, a life that honors the miracle you are while acknowledging the human imperfections that come along with the ride. We're talking about the seven pillars that, when stacked carefully, create a life that's not just planned – it's thriving.

Welcome back to People, Process, Progress podcast. Today, on Five Benefits of Family Time Off, I'm diving into something I believe is essential for well-being and something that often gets pushed down the priority list amidst our busy schedules: family vacations.

The benefits:

• Stress reduction
• Family bonding and connection
• Enhanced problem-solving skills
• Positive impact on physical health
• Creating memories together

Godspeed.

Episode Objectives:

• Historical overview of political manipulation tactics used throughout America’s history
• Five key examples of manipulation spanning different eras
• Six actionable strategies for navigating today's complex political landscape

Godspeed y'all.