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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
• For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• PM-Mastery.com 

PMI Talent Triangle: Technical (Learn More)

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PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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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
• For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• PM-Mastery.com 

 PMI Talent Triangle: Strategy (Learn More)

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PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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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: 

• For a full list of podcast episodes, visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• PM-Mastery.com 

PMI Talent Triangle: Leadership (Learn More)

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PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_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: 

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
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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
• For a full list of podcast episodes, visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• pm-mastery.com 

PMI Talent Triangle: Technical (Learn More)

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PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
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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

Links: 

• For a full list of podcast episodes, visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• pm-mastery.com 

PMI Talent Triangle: Technical (Learn More)

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PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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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 

 Links: 

• For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• pm-mastery.com 

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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In This Episode:

I had the pleasure of sitting down “virtually” over a zoom call with Joseph Phillips, an author, and trainer in the project management industry.  Joe is a well-established PM trainer and book author on the topic of project management. We spoke about his latest book and his thoughts on the PMP exam and PMP certification.  Joe has a diverse background in IT and project management and the certs, training, and experience to back it up.

We also touched on PDUs a theme I have been discussing in recent interviews and blog posts and a variety of book recommendations - see the list below.

This was a great interview, one of my favorites.  Joe was a genuine pleasure to talk with and I look forward to having him back in future episodes.

Do you want to know what the PMP exam tests you on?

• Get the free “Exam content outline” from PMI.

Favorite line:

• "Project Management is like chess, but you don’t know all the rules."

Joe's key recommendation on development:

• "Keep moving forward" - You need to keep learning and growing to stay ahead and continue to grow.

Books Mentioned:

• PMP Project Management Professional All-in-One Exam Guide
• The Life Long Project
• Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling by Harold Kerzner
• The Goal
• The Deming Management Method
• The Accidental Project Manager

Did you know:

• Having some personal acronyms, like a personal mantra can help you be more successful. - Joe's is "Keep moving forward".

Links: 

• Joe's Udemy page
• Joe's Website - Instructing.com
• This Episode Page
• For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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In This Episode:

 In this episode, I did a follow-up interview with Clinton "Brooks" Herman,  a construction PM and Owners Rep with Hill International. We discussed his recent job change and focused on getting and tracking PDUs. We ended with an interesting "Did You Know" and wrapped up discussing our personal trucks.

 Podcast takeaways:

 The key takeaway from this podcast is that we all earn and track our PDUS in a variety of ways - there is no one size fits all approach, but there are tons of opportunities to earn them.

Some of the following links are affiliate links which may earn me a commission if you click a link and go on to make a purchase; it does not cost you anything extra but helps me cover the cost of the blog and podcast. Thanks for your support! 

 Books:

• Reference to a book from an upcoming interview with Joseph Phillips:
  •  PMP Project Management Professional All-in-One Exam Guide 

Did you Know?

• There is a company that will convert later model Ford F250 and F350s into Excursion SUVs.
  • http://www.customautosbytim.com/

 Links: 

• Skillsoft Learning Solutions - Percipio: https://www.skillsoft.com/percipio-app
• This Episode Page w/Transcript
• For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• pm-mastery.com 

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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In This Episode:

 In this episode, I interviewed Angela Thurman, a project management consultant from the Houston Texas area.  With a background in aerospace, telecommunications, and Bridal consulting! Angela's company helps with process and product improvements and consultants on supplier and contract management.

Favorite Tool(s):

• Microsoft Project
• Airtable
• Zoom
• otter.ai

Did You Know:

• Houston Fun Facts

Links: 

• Angela's Website: https://thurmanco.com
• This Episode Page w/Transcript
• For a full list of podcast episodes visit go here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• pm-mastery.com

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/