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- Break The Rules To Scale: Act First, Apologize Later When It’s Your Business
Corporate bureaucracy is where good ideas go to die, suffocated by endless red tape and managers terrified of making a decision. In this episode, Freedom Fitness Equipment owner Ashton Ferrazzo breaks down exactly why he abandoned the Fortune 100 grind to build a physical business where executing action actually trumps endless consulting and planning. He exposes the toxic reality of corporate egos, the painful necessity of shedding your own terrible leadership habits, and why textbook project management frameworks often just get in the way of moving the needle. If you're tired of putting Band-Aids on bleeding wounds while waiting for committee approval, Ashton's brutal honesty about scaling a massive operation, some of his logistical nightmares, smelling salts, and more is exactly the reality check you need.
Connect with Ashton:
Website: https://freedomfitnessequipment.com/
Smelling Salts Video (VERY FUNNY): https://youtu.be/zbgQuIpVQlc?si=D5MRNNr6RgRhAovh
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomfitnessequipment/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgkvIR-5ishTlFGJgNK9tw
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LinkedIn Show Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/thedisgruntledpm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_disgruntled_pm
📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-disgruntled-pms/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
57 min - Is PM As A Service The New Fetch?: Exploring The Fractional PM Model
We’ve all seen the corporate disaster of tossing a technical expert into a leadership role they aren't equipped for, only to watch them micromanage the code and crush their team. In this episode, former military helicopter pilot and current founder of Spec-C Technologies, Casey Sprague, exposes why trying to be the smartest person in the room is a guaranteed path to project failure. We tear apart the delusion that your $10,000 all-hands meeting is productive, dissect the glaring red flags of AI-generated busywork, and confront the harsh reality of corporate layoffs forcing PMs into fake consulting roles. Stop hiding behind your massive, bloated software files that don't actually let you plan, and learn how to actually run a team by checking your ego and admitting what you don't know.
Connect with Casey:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-casey-sprague/
SpectC (Project Execution Software): https://www.spectc.app/
Constructive Curiosity PMaaS: https://constructivecuriosity.com/,
Book, The PMaaS Revolution: https://www.amazon.com/PMaaS-Revolution-Why-Fractional-Practical-ebook/dp/B0G4FFJLLG/ref
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📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-disgruntled-pms/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
47 min - Critical Thought: The One Thing AI Can't Replace
Martin Ilumin joins the show to strip away the vanity of "Visibility" and expose the soul-crushing reality of modern PMOs. We stop pretending that a flashy status deck is actual work and address the behavioral rot where "alignment" is just a code word for executives who can’t agree on a single direction. From the 50% capacity lie to the danger of turning every subject matter expert into a part-time project manager, This conversation is a survival guide for anyone tired of watching their project velocity die in a meeting that should have been an email.
Connect with Martin:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinilumin/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_disgruntled_pm
📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2-disgruntled-pms/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
54 min - Stop Consulting Everyone: The RACI Lady’s Diagnostic Fix
Ditch the 300-line spreadsheet and start diagnosing the actual behavioral dysfunction destroying your projects. Kate Breed drops in to expose why the corporate obsession with "consulting everyone" leads to massive project paralysis and how you can calculate the bleeding cost of your bloated calendar. It's time to cut the fluff, weaponize the word "informed" to protect your time, and stop letting professionals act out the trauma of their middle school group projects on your clock.
Connect with Kate:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katebreed/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_disgruntled_pm
📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
45 min - Infinite Planning Is Useless: The PMP Creator’s Reality Check
Trevor Greenberg has an insightful conversation with Lee Lambert, a project management veteran and creator of the PMP certification. They explore the evolution of project management, the impact of AI, certification standards, and the future of the profession.
Connect with Lee:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lelambert/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_disgruntled_pm
📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
1 hr - Planning For Meteors: A Risk PM's Hard Truths
In this episode of The Disgruntled PM, host Trevor Greenberg and guest Russ Parker dissect the realities of risk management. They explore the fundamentals of risk management, sharing personal stories, debunking myths, and practical strategies for managing uncertainty in projects and life. Russ's uses his military background to move the conversation past theoretical frameworks helping teams address how they can proactively handle project uncertainty.
Connect with Russ:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-parker/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@44RiskPm
Website: https://44riskpm.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_disgruntled_pm
📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
52 min - Sweaty Logistics: Building A Trade Show On Gut Instinct And Risk
In this episode, Jake Jaworski shares the journey of creating Home Gym Con, a niche trade show for the home gym industry. Discover how he built the event from scratch, managed logistics, grew vendor and attendee numbers, and his vision for its future impact on the industry.
Connect with Jake:
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@garagegymradio?si=TZtPL598te291lG5
Instagram: @garagegymexperiment Instagram: @homegymcon
Website: https://garagegymexperiment.com Website: https://homegymcon.com
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📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
42 min - There Is No Magic Plan: A PMO Leader's Reality Check
In this episode, Trevor Greenberg talks with Christine DeVol, CEO of Willow Path Advisory Group, about the nuances of managing PMOs, healthcare project management, and leadership insights. They explore definitions, best practices, and the importance of mentorship and communication in project management.
Connect with Christine:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinedevol/
Website: www.christinedevol.com
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📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
51 min - Executives Aren't Psychics: A Divisional CIO's Project Reality
In this insightful conversation, Dennis Wong shares his extensive experience in IT and project management, offering practical advice on how to improve project delivery, communicate effectively with executives, and leverage knowledge for success. Discover real-world stories, strategic tips, and the importance of storytelling in project management.
Connect with Dennis:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis7788wong/
Website: https://www.acmeagileconsulting.com/
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📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
44 min - The 100% Agile Illusion: Tales From An Agile Troublemaker
In this engaging interview, agile expert Simina Fodor busts common myths about Agile practices, discusses the complexities of story points, velocity, and planning, and shares insights on managing international teams and cultural differences. Discover practical advice for navigating Agile transformations and maintaining sanity in the fast-paced world of project delivery.
Connect with Simina:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simina-fodor/
Substack: https://scrumandsass.substack.com/
Medium: https://siminafodor.medium.com/
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📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmK5LZHPLJMH0YlNPrRlAA
🎙️Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qIhx0QwilQrw41n0aLXnK
🎙️Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-disgruntled-pm/id1809317932
💵 Patreon: patreon.com/TheDisgruntledPMPodcast
The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.
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About The Disgruntled PM
From the publisher's feed
"The Disgruntled PM Podcast helps project managers transform daily frustrations into leadership opportunities by sharing clear strategies, no-nonsense advice, and a relatable dose of humor from experienced guests."
Are you tired of endless meetings, scope creep, and stakeholders with "good idea fairy" syndrome? You're in the right place. Welcome to The Disgruntled PM, a therapy session for the modern project manager.
We're the podcast that says what every PM is thinking. I skip the corporate jargon and dry theory to bring you honest, humorous, and hard-hitting conversations from the trenches of project management. I feature guests who have actually been there—from PMP coaches who failed the exam multiple times to PMs who have led groundbreaking (and chaotic) AI and tech projects.
Each week, I sit down with seasoned project leaders, industry authors, PMP coaches, and innovative thinkers to have candid conversations you won't find anywhere else. I tackle the tough topics, including:
• The critical soft skills and leadership tactics not found in the PMBOK.
• Strategies for managing first-of-their-kind projects and emerging technology.
• Real-world advice on stakeholder management, risk, and corporate communication
• Actionable career advice and certification strategies
If you're looking for real-world solutions and a community that understands the struggle, you've found it. I believe the best project managers are forged in the fire of frustration. Let's get disgruntled, and let's get better, together.
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