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In This Episode: 

In this episode, I interviewed Logan Langin, a senior project manager in an enterprise project management office (EPMO) for a large (50,000 employees) mid-west healthcare organization.  Logan transitioned into project management from being a medical lab researcher. 

Tools Used: 

• Smartsheet - https://www.smartsheet.com/ 
• Trello - https://trello.com/home 
• Toggl track - https://toggl.com/track/ 
• OneNote - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/onenote/digital-note-taking-app  

E-Books: 

• Break INTO Your Dream PM Job 
• Teaching Translated – from educator to project manager 

Did You Know: 

• There are 7,000 Rare diseases in the world. Collectively the largest group of categorized diseases. 

Links: 

• Connect with Login on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganlangin/  
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In This Episode:

In this episode, I interviewed Fred Fowler, a Level III SCRUM Master, professional Trainer and Author. Fred has tons of experience working with SCRUM, currently over 16 years, and shared some stories of projects he has been involved in over the years.

• Agile Coach and Scrum Certification instructor
• Author of three books on the SCRUM Framework
• Coordinate and host the second annual Silicon Valley Scrum(mit) conference:
• The organizer of the Silicon Valley SCRUM Meetup Group:
  •  https://www.meetup.com/silicon-valley-professional-scrum-meetup 

Favorite Tool(s):

• As an experienced programmer, Fred creates his own tools.

Books:

• Advanced Scrum Case Studies - Fred Fowler
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• An Introduction to the Scrum Framework - Fred Fowler
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• Agile Project Management with SCRUM - Roman Pichler

Quotes:

• If you don't have to do it yourself, nothing is impossible.
• Busy doesn't matter - what matters is the value produced.

Links: 

• https://www.siliconvalleyscrum.com/
• https://www.meetup.com/silicon-valley-professional-scrum-meetup/
• Connect with Fred on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fmfainc/
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In This Episode:

In this episode, I interviewed John Connolly, a former librarian and now a certified project manager,  career mentor, and new author. John's book, "The Unready Project Manager" releases on Amazon on November 18th.

John is an impressive individual and was a great interviewee. Some great topics were discussed, including people changing from other fields into project management and things to consider when making that move.

If you are thinking about making a change to project management, listen to this episode and consider reaching out to John as an advisor on your next PM career steps.

John's Book:

• The Unready Project Manager 

 Links: 

• John's Website: www.Salientian.com
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In This Episode:

In this episode, I interviewed Angela Thurman from Thurmanco for the second time and we discussed Agile vs agile. In this conversation, we discussed the differences in Agile vs Waterfall methodologies and Angela's thoughts on the future of Agile project management. 

Project Management Tools:

• Trello
• Asana
• Smart Sheets
• AirTable
• MS Project

 A Recommended LinkedIn Course:

• Agile Project Management with Microsoft Project w/Bonnie Biafore

Did You Know:
Orchids grow in every state of the USA.

• Fun facts about Orchids.

Links: 

• Thurmanco.com
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In This Episode:

In this episode, I interviewed Jeff Plumblee, a project manager, program manager, and fellow podcast host in the project management industry.

This was a great interview. It was cool to interview a fellow podcaster and learn about his experiences with a similar audience. 

Some topics that we discussed:

• The various roles and hobbies of a project manager
• Classroom vs real-life experience
• Having a PMP does not make you a great PM
• Processes vs tools

Favorite Tool(s):

• Microsoft Project
• Moovila - A resource and project management tool

Links: 

• Moovila
• This Project Life Podcast
•  A couple of my favorite episodes:
  • Community of Practice Live Event: Part 2: Retrospectives and Communications
  • Hassan Osman of Cisco: Kickoff Meetings, Project Closures, & Hybrid Work
    • Hassan Osman Books:
      • Don't Reply All
      • Project Kickoff in Easy Steps
      • Better Online Meetings
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In This Episode:

In this episode, Amanda Sherman and I chatted with Patrick Shrewsbury, a fellow PMP,  and Vice President and PM Team Lead with JLL, who shared some great tips and words of wisdom for current and future project and team managers.

Did You Know:

The first item sold on eBay was a broken Laser pointer.
https://www.ebayinc.com/stories/news/meet-the-buyer-of-the-broken-laser-pointer/

Favorite Tool(s):

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

Links: 

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In This Episode:

In this episode, I sat down with Matt Schlegel and Amanda Sherman to talk about Matt's book "Teamwork 9.0".

Matt is a best a best-selling author and is committed to developing highly effective, style-diverse teams and giving them the tools and strategies to tackle challenges that are seemingly impossible.  Principal of Schlegel Consulting (www.evolutionaryteams.com), Matt started his career as an electrical engineer and soon realized that successful project outcomes depend more on leading people than leading electrons. Matt discovered a powerful system called the Enneagram and used it to develop a novel set of tools, strategies, and applications for team effectiveness that he uses in his consulting practice and shares in his book Teamwork 9.0. 

Nine Enneagram Types:

• 1 THE REFORMER: 
  • The Rational, Idealistic Type: Principled, Purposeful, Self-Controlled, and Perfectionistic.
• 2 THE HELPER: 
  • The Caring, Interpersonal Type: Demonstrative, Generous, People-Pleasing, and Possessive.
• 3 THE ACHIEVER: 
  • The Success-Oriented, Pragmatic Type: Adaptive, Excelling, Driven, and Image-Conscious.
• 4 THE INDIVIDUALIST: 
  • The Sensitive, Withdrawn Type: Expressive, Dramatic, Self-Absorbed, and Temperamental.
• 5 THE INVESTIGATOR: 
  • The Intense, Cerebral Type: Perceptive, Innovative, Secretive, and Isolated
• 6 THE LOYALIST: 
  • The Committed, Security-Oriented Type: Engaging, Responsible, Anxious, and Suspicious.
• 7 THE ENTHUSIAST: 
  • The Busy, Fun-Loving Type: Spontaneous, Versatile, Distractible, and Scattered.
• 8 THE CHALLENGER: 
  • The Powerful, Dominating Type: Self-Confident, Decisive, Willful, and Confrontational.
• 9 THE PEACEMAKER: 
  • The Easygoing, Self-Effacing Type: Receptive, Reassuring, Agreeable, and Complacent.

Did You Know:

The three Enneagram types that have the hardest time self-identifying are the four, five, and nine.

Get the book:

• Teamwork 9.0

Connect with Matt:

• Website: evolutionaryteams.com
• Blog:  evolutionaryteams.com/blog/
• Linked In:  linkedin.com/in/mattschlegel/
• Twitter:  twitter.com/EvoTeamMatt
• Instagram:  instagram.com/MattSchlegel6
• Facebook:  facebook.com/mattschlegel.77
• YouTube:  youtube.com/channel/UCLkUMHuG4HVa831s9yeoZ5Q

Links: 

• Enneagram Quiz: www.EnneaSurvey.com
• Enneagram Institute
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In This Episode:

In this episode, I sat down with Sara McLaughlin, a recruiter and job applicant personal consultant in the project management industry. Sara and I discussed the types of services that she offers as well as some tips on resume's/CVs and keeping them in sync with your LinkedIn profile. Listen till the end when Sara offers a special discount for PM-Mastery listeners.

 Did You Know:

Did you know that between now and 2027, there are going to be an estimated 2.2 million new project management positions opening up? 

 Links: 

• Sara's Facebook Group
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In This Episode:

In this episode, I sat down with Brandon Burke and Amanda Sherman to discuss interviewing tips and tricks when applying for a project management related position.

Resources:

•  Behavioral questions - add post titles
  •  https://www.novoresume.com/career-blog/behavioral-interview-questions/amp
  •  https://www.thebalancecareers.com/top-behavioral-interview-questions-2059618
•  STAR Response Method
  • https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/interviewing/how-to-use-the-star-interview-response-technique
•  Sample Resumes:
  •  Technology PM - https://novoresume.com/career-blog/project-manager-resume 
  • Construction PM - https://novoresume.com/career-blog/construction-project-manager-resume 
• Resume Help
  •  https://novoresume.com/career-blog
• How to Dress for an Interview 
  • https://novoresume.com/career-blog/what-to-wear-to-an-interview
•  How to Write a Thank You Email
  •  https://novoresume.com/career-blog/thank-you-email-after-interview
• How to Research a Company
  •  https://novoresume.com/career-blog/research-company-guide

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In This Episode:

 In this episode, I interviewed Robert Lamberti,  a PMP certified Workplace Technology IT Project Manager. Robert has a history in all things real estate and IT, including AV. Robert works for a large technology consulting firm and makes sure the internal technology stays up to par while traveling the world to implement it. 

 Tools:

• Notebook with a pen or pencil (backup)
• OneNote - access from anywhere
• Mero Notes
• Teams

 Did you Know?

• The History and Evolution of Men’s Neckties 

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