Episodes

  • Episode 241: Amping Up: How One Campus Sparked Its Own Power

    Episode 241: Amping Up: How One Campus Sparked Its Own Power
    Jan 19 2026
    What if a corporate headquarters could generate, store, and manage its own power—independently, reliably, and sustainably? Cobb EMC has done exactly that. Tim Jarrell, Vice President at Cobb Electric Membership Corporation (EMC), talks about the creation of a self-contained microgrid that powers their campus using solar energy, battery storage, and natural gas. Hear how this innovative project was conceived, planned, and executed, along with the project management lessons learned along the way.
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    33 mins
  • Episode 240: 10th Anniversary Special: The Project Manager’s Playbook

    Episode 240: 10th Anniversary Special: The Project Manager’s Playbook
    Jan 5 2026
    In this special 10th anniversary episode, we have a scenario-driven conversation that puts real-world project challenges front and center. Since 2016, the podcast has grown into a global community of project managers, made possible by loyal listeners and expert guests. Join us as we celebrate 10 years of learning, growth, and leadership in project management.
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    45 mins
  • Episode 239 – Hybrid Trends for Project Leaders: One Size Doesn’t Fit All

    Episode 239 – Hybrid Trends for Project Leaders: One Size Doesn’t Fit All
    Dec 15 2025
    Has hybrid project management become the new sweet spot? As organizations balance structure, speed, and emerging technology, hybrid methodologies are rapidly becoming the go-to approach. Olivia Montgomery joins us to talk about why hybrid project management is rising so quickly, what “hybrid” really means in practice, and how AI is accelerating this shift. Project management isn’t “one size fits all” anymore, and today’s teams are proving it.
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    45 mins
  • Episode 238 – Your Project’s Worst Day: Crisis-Ready Leadership

    Episode 238 – Your Project’s Worst Day: Crisis-Ready Leadership
    Dec 1 2025
    Crisis management expert Edward Segal shares why every project leader must be ready for the unexpected. In this episode, he shares guidance on preparation, response, and resilience—while warning against the “hero mindset” that often derails leaders in high-pressure moments. His message is clear: structured strategies, not spontaneous heroics, are what protect careers, reputations, and teams when crises inevitably arrive.
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    33 mins
  • Episode 237 – Own the Outcome: Running the Business and the Project

    Episode 237 – Own the Outcome: Running the Business and the Project
    Nov 17 2025
    What happens when strategy, delivery, and client success all rest on one person’s shoulders? Daniel McCaulley talks about the unique challenges of being both project lead and business owner, as he shares lessons from building his company from the ground up, highlighting how leadership, technical expertise, and human connection intersect. He explains why true project success is rooted not just in skill, but in communication, trust, and a relentless drive to improve.
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    46 mins
  • Episode 236 – From Loafing to Crushing It: The Hidden Power of Groups

    Episode 236 – From Loafing to Crushing It: The Hidden Power of Groups
    Nov 3 2025
    Dr. Colin M. Fisher, author of The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of Groups, reveals the hidden forces that make some teams thrive while others falter. He shares research-based insights on team dynamics, challenging common assumptions about collaboration, group size, and the causes, and cures, of social loafing. Colin offers a new perspective on team development, and the best predictors of team success.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 235 – Project Managers Without Borders: Turning Projects Into Purpose

    Episode 235 – Project Managers Without Borders: Turning Projects Into Purpose
    Oct 20 2025
    Deanna Landers, founder of Project Managers Without Borders (PMWB), shares how project management can deliver more than results, it can deliver hope. Now part of PMI, PMWB unites professionals worldwide to lead sustainable, humanitarian initiatives. Deanna discusses the organization’s growth, opportunities for volunteer project managers, and the parallels between navigating the open seas and managing complex projects. It’s an inspiring look at how our profession can create lasting impact, one project at a time.
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    46 mins
  • Episode 234 – Lead Smarter: EQ Strategies of Top Performers

    Episode 234 – Lead Smarter: EQ Strategies of Top Performers
    Oct 6 2025
    In this episode, we explore the role of emotional intelligence in leadership. Dr. Robin Hills explains how EI enables project leaders to adapt, manage stress, build resilient teams, and guide with empathy. Hear practical strategies for applying EI in today’s complex environment and why it’s a defining factor in moving from good leadership to great.
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    45 mins