• Episode 252: The Hard Truth About Soft Skills: Success Starts With People
    Jul 6 2026
    Yadi Caro shares insights from her book Hardcore Soft Skills: A Guide to Work With Humans. We discuss empathy, leadership, communication, team motivation, and strategies for building more effective project teams.
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    41 minutos
  • Episode 251: Navigating Complexity: The Leadership Behind Mission Success
    Jun 15 2026
    Even the most complex challenges can be overcome when teams stay aligned, adaptable, and focused on a shared mission. Tammy Ashraf shares lessons from NASA Earth Science missions on leading complex, high-stakes projects. She discusses aligning diverse teams, spotting early warning signs, breaking down silos, and managing uncertainty, along with the evolving role of AI and the human skills still essential for project success.
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    46 minutos
  • Episode 250 – Building for Impact— Delivering Protection in a Debris‑Crowded Orbit
    Jun 1 2026
    Trevor Smith shares about advanced composite materials designed to protect satellites and astronauts from hypervelocity impacts. He discusses building for impact with rapid prototyping, phased project delivery, and team culture in innovation. We also learn about space-based data centers and Atomic-6’s Light Wing™ deployable space structure platform.
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    37 minutos
  • Episode 249 – Stop Wasting Time in Meetings: High-Performance Strategies
    May 18 2026
    Practical strategies for leading meetings that improve decision-making, strengthen team participation, and drive better project outcomes. In this conversation Evan Unger explores tools like the POPRA model, techniques for managing conflict and encouraging diverse perspectives, and how humble, curious leadership can create healthier and more productive team dynamics.
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    45 minutos
  • Episode 248 – The New PMP® Exam: Reflecting a Changing Profession
    May 4 2026
    The PMP® certification is evolving in 2026 with a major exam update. Bill Yates and Ren Love break down what these changes mean for project managers, from shifting success metrics toward value and outcomes to a stronger emphasis on strategy, AI, and sustainability. Hear about updated exam domains, new question formats, and practical exam tips.
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    31 minutos
  • Episode 247 – Protecting New Zealand’s Wildlife: Leading a Multi-Decade, High-Stakes Project
    Apr 20 2026
    New Zealand’s Predator Free 2050 manager Brent Beaven explains what it takes to run a nationwide effort to eliminate invasive predators and protect native wildlife. He describes the scale of the challenge and the long‑term coordination across communities, scientists, and government.
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    46 minutos
  • Episode 246 – Project Management Careers: Today’s Trends for Your Future
    Apr 6 2026
    In this episode, we look ahead at what’s next for the profession and what it means for your career. With insights from PMI’s latest Salary Survey and Global Talent Gap Report, along with expert perspective from Dr. Kelly Heuer, this episode highlights where the greatest opportunities are emerging, how AI is reshaping the role, and the steps you can take now to stay competitive and grow with confidence.
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    39 minutos
  • Episode 245 – PM Hiring Guide: What HR Leaders Want You to Know
    Mar 16 2026
    Landing a job today isn’t just about qualifications. The hiring process is more competitive and complex than ever, and even strong candidates can get filtered out before a human ever sees their résumé. In this episode, we talk with HR leaders about how to stand out, avoid common interview mistakes, and position yourself for success.
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    45 minutos