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Wear Your Cape to Work™

Wear Your Cape to Work™

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Wear Your Cape to Work is a podcast hosted by Project Insight. We believe that project and program managers truly are the superheroes of every organization.

Our guests have poured their lives and talents into driving successful project outcomes for industries across the world. They wear their capes to work every day, and we want to celebrate them. We want you to hear their stories and be inspired to wear your own cape to work.

You won't want to miss any of our exciting conversations with PMPs from companies like fairlife, Universal Studios, Activision Blizzard King, PayPal and more.

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  • The Introvert Advantage
    Feb 17 2026

    What if the qualities you once thought were holding you back were actually your greatest leadership strengths?

    In this episode of Wear Your Cape to Work, we sit down with Jorge Alzate, a former analytical chemist turned Digital Program Manager, who discovered that introversion is not a limitation. It is a leadership superpower.

    From leading complex data separation during a major corporate divestiture to founding ForwardQuest Coaching, Jorge shares how self-awareness, thoughtful communication, and relationship-building transformed his career. If you have ever wondered how to thrive in an extroverted world without changing who you are, this conversation is for you.

    Episode Breakdown

    00:00–03:50 | From Analytical Chemist to Project Leader
    03:50–05:00 | The Introvert’s Eye
    05:00–06:00 | Going Beyond the PMP
    06:00–07:30 | Finding the Dream Role
    07:30–09:40 | From Individual Contributor to Leader
    09:40–10:20 | Self-Analysis as a Leadership Tool
    10:20–14:00 | The Tropicana Divestiture Challenge
    14:53–16:00 | Agile Under Constraint
    16:00–18:34 | Recruiting Volunteers
    18:34–22:00 | The Introvert Super Skill
    22:00–23:00 | Leading From Your Strengths
    26:00 | The Thoughtful Speaker Superpower
    27:00–29:00 | Coaching & What He Loves Most
    29:00–34:00 | ForwardQuest Coaching
    34:00 | Eliminating Limiting Beliefs


    Connect with Jorge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgealzate/
    Connect with ForwardQuest Coaching: https://forwardquestcoaching.com/
    Jorge's Successful Introvert Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forward-quest-powering-introverts-success/id1857112685

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    33 mins
  • Managing Mega & Giga Projects
    Feb 3 2026

    This episode is about the leadership superpowers required to run the biggest projects in the world. We’re joined by Tim McManus, a global expert in mega- and giga-project delivery who has led massive construction and infrastructure programs across continents. With experience across energy, transportation, and sports, Tim shares what changes at mega scale and why it demands a different kind of leader. Hear the stories and ask yourself if you have what it takes.

    1. 00:00–03:41 | Introduction & Background
    Tim’s path into mega- and giga-projects and his global career.

    2. 03:41–05:00 | Early Leadership Lessons
    The shift from managing projects to leading people.

    3. 05:34–07:00 | Learning From Mentors
    Why great leaders learn from those around them.

    4. 07:12–07:39 | What Are Mega & Gigaprojects?
    A clear definition across asset classes.

    5. 07:52–08:22 | Global Scale & Impact
    Why these projects exceed expectations worldwide.

    6. 09:30 | A Light Moment
    A humorous take on “mega projects.”

    7. 09:50–11:00 | Beyond the Budget
    Complexity, risk, and long-term impact.

    8. 11:58–13:18 | Crossrail Case Study
    Workforce challenges and strategic vision.

    9. 13:23–14:50 | Strategic Project Approach
    Why planning sets the foundation.

    10. 14:57–18:15 | Defining Success
    Legacy, people, and professional growth.

    11. 18:15–19:22 | Industry Outlook
    Why now is a compelling time in construction.

    12. 19:58–22:23 | Favorite Megaproject
    What made it stand out.

    13. 23:36–24:30 | Common Challenges
    Where mega- and giga-projects struggle.

    14. 24:33–25:12 | The Planning Gap
    Why planning is rushed at great risk.

    15. 25:45–26:45 | Lessons Learned
    The value of experience and insight.

    16. 26:46–30:26 | Olympic-Scale Lessons
    Leadership insights at extreme scale.

    17. 30:49–31:00 | Legacy Benefits
    Delivering lasting value.

    18. 31:17–34:00 | Leadership Mindsets
    Why many large projects lack leadership.

    19. 35:00–35:40 | Choosing the Right Leader
    How leaders are selected.

    20. 35:40–37:00 | Leadership Traits
    Communication, credibility, vision, and risk.

    21. 37:23–End | Developing Your Skills
    Continuing growth through learning and education.

    Additional Resources

    PMI Managing Mega-projects: https://bit.ly/4reLYdX

    PMI Managing Giga-projects: https://bit.ly/4a9IFPr

    The Art of Project Leadership (McKinsey): https://bit.ly/3ZiTw3z

    Managing Big Projects – Tim McManus: https://bit.ly/3LSzv0k

    Columbia Global Leaders in Construction Management: https://www.glcm.info/

    Bent Flyvbjerg, How Big Things Get Done: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flyvbjerg/

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    35 mins
  • Season 2 Recap
    Nov 4 2025

    In this special wrap-up episode, Trina and Mathew look back on the standout moments and superpowers from Season 2 of Wear Your Cape to Work.

    Together they revisit the insights, stories, and lessons that made this season unforgettable and share what they learned from each inspiring guest.

    • Precision under constraint.
      The season opened with Jeff Conner, program manager from NASA, who described project management before online tools existed. Paper files, couriers, and in-person signoffs still led to flawless execution. His story showed how precision and accountability were the original super tools.
    • Courage in leadership
      David Doty’s episode, It Takes Courage, stood out for his transparency and strength. Building a district from scratch under scrutiny, he modeled brave leadership and reminded us to celebrate real wins.
    • Admirable endeavors: global aid when everything changes
      Lucas King explained how policy shifts or crises can reshape USAID projects overnight, proving adaptability across governments and cultures.
    • Empowering people’s strengths
      Project Insight customer Linda Goodrich of CureIS showed how aligning people’s passions with their work improves results through forecasting and a balanced pace.
    • Finding calm thru clarity
      Lisa Haymes of Rimkus showed how organization creates calm and confidence.
    • Curiosity as a catalyst
      Renee Clayton of Byte Strategies urged PMs to stay curious, experiment, and use AI thoughtfully to stay adaptable.
    • Grit with generosity
      Charlene Reynolds, Director at John Wayne Airport, advanced by taking tough projects and shared guidance on leadership, motivation, and mentoring.
    • Reliability that builds trust
      Fisayo Folarin rebuilt her project management career after moving from Nigeria to Canada, showing how reliability and honesty build trust.
    • Comfortable in conflict
      Agatha Agbanobi’s passion for HR and DEIB work showed how empathy and courage turn conflict into progress and reminded us to see what teams carry beyond work.
    • Decisive steadiness
      Sanjiv Bhagat from Amazon explained how a bias for action drives innovation, pairing decisiveness with humility in global logistics.
    • Innovation with integrity
      Steve West reflected on the shift from faxed spreadsheets to real-time dashboards and the vision for one connected command center giving leaders a complete picture of work.

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    42 mins
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