The Digital Project Manager

In a digital landscape that's constantly evolving, the role of project managers and other agency professionals is being redefined. It's no longer sufficient to simply manage tasks; the expectation now is to adopt a consultant mindset, one that actively seeks to add value at every turn.

Galen Low is joined by Max Traylor—The Consultant’s Consultant and Founder of Max Traylor LLC—to explore how shifting your perspective from merely completing projects to becoming a trusted advisor can unlock new opportunities, enhance client retention, and significantly grow your career.

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In the ever-evolving landscape of digital project management, rising through the ranks from individual contributor to a director-level role can seem like a daunting but exhilarating climb.

Galen Low is joined by Jessica D'Amato Crosby—Director of Digital Marketing at Vye—to explore her journey and the pivotal lessons she learned along the way.

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In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of project managers is constantly being redefined. As we delve deeper into the age of AI, one might wonder how traditional project management skills can coexist and even thrive alongside these technological advancements. Enter emotional intelligence (EQ), often hailed as a project manager’s secret weapon.

Galen Low is joined by Ann Campea—VP of Operations at TrueSense Marketing & Host of The Everyday PM Podcast—to discuss the intersection of AI and EQ in the realm of project management.

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• The Everyday PM Podcast

Volunteering has long been a noble endeavor, but did you know it can also be a game-changer for your career, especially in project management?

Galen Low is joined by Karl Sakas—Agency Advisor at Sakas & Company—to uncover how volunteer work can set you apart in the competitive field of project management.

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• VolunteerMatch (directory for finding volunteer opportunities)
• Idealist.org (volunteer listings, in additional to full-time jobs)
• Pro bono marketing: 10 guidelines for non-profit clients

In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, the success of any digital product hinges not just on the technology behind it but also on the harmonious collaboration among various teams within an organization.

Galen Low is joined by Jessica D'Amato Crosby—Director of Digital Marketing at Vye—to delve into the increasingly important trend of breaking down the silos between digital marketing teams, sales teams, customer success teams, and many others, to create a unified and seamless customer experience.

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• Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn and X
• Check out Vye
• The book Jess mentions is “Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard” by Chip and Dan Heath

In today's rapidly evolving digital world, the ability to effectively facilitate remote and hybrid workshops has become an invaluable skill, particularly for project managers.

Galen Low is joined by Theresa Bailey—Founder of Starfish Synergies—to share actionable tips for facilitating engaging and productive workshops in both remote and hybrid settings.

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In today’s fast-paced business environment, project management is more critical than ever. But should you appoint an existing employee to take on the role or hire a dedicated project manager?

Galen Low is joined by Karl Sakas—Agency Advisor at Sakas & Company—to explore whether deputizing (or appointing) a project manager is a short-term solution or a long-term strategy.

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• Connect with Karl on LinkedIn
• Check out Sakas & Company
• Don't hire "reluctant employees" at your agency
• Unsung heroes: 42 ways your PMs saved your agency this week
• Are project managers "work babysitters"?
• Save $100 on Karl's on-demand "Agency PM 101" training for deputized project managers, with code DPMPODCAST at checkout.

In today’s fast-evolving remote work landscape, fostering team collaboration and togetherness has become paramount.

Galen Low is joined by Theresa Bailey—Founder of Starfish Synergies—to provide invaluable insights into transforming team dynamics, building connections, and creating a safe environment for innovation and productivity.

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• Connect with Theresa on LinkedIn
• Check out Starfish Synergies

Have you ever been part of a project that seemed to be going smoothly until it suddenly derailed due to unclear roles and responsibilities? Or perhaps you've found yourself in a frustrating situation where everyone seems to be pointing fingers, blaming others for not pulling their weight. The RACI matrix, a simple yet powerful tool, can be the antidote to these organizational headaches.

Galen Low is joined by Cassie Solomon—Award-winning Author & the CEO of The New Group Consulting—to delve into the intricacies of RACI, exploring how it can transform the way teams collaborate and achieve their goals.

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• Connect with Cassie on LinkedIn
• Check out The New Group Consulting
• Growing Pains: Building Sustainably Successful Organizations
• Leading Successful Change: 8 Keys to Making Change Work
• Management Time: Who’s Got the Monkey?

In today's fast-paced business environment, efficient decision-making processes can be the difference between success and failure. Organizations often struggle with bottlenecks and unclear responsibilities, which can hamper progress significantly. The venerable RACI chart, a tool for defining roles and responsibilities, emerges as a beacon of clarity—not just at the team level but also at the enterprise level.

Galen Low is joined by Cassie Solomon—Award-winning Author & the CEO of The New Group Consulting—to explore the transformative potential of RACI.