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Achieving project success involves more than managing timelines and deliverables; it starts with assembling the right team. In this episode, award-winning project management consultant and speaker, Dawn Mahan, shares her expertise on creating cohesive, effective project teams and maximizing the impact of each role. With her extensive experience advising senior leaders, Dawn brings a wealth of practical insights to help project managers make the best use of their team members’ skills and ensure everyone is aligned with the project’s objectives.

Drawing from her book, "Meet the Players in Project Land," Dawn discusses essential project roles, including the sponsor, steering team, project manager, and team leads. She highlights the challenges of pre-assigned team members, aligning sponsor expectations, and fostering a team culture that transcends traditional hierarchies. Dawn also reveals practical strategies for managing stakeholders, including handling challenging personalities who may impact the project.

This episode offers valuable guidance on maintaining alignment, setting clear expectations, and leading a successful project team, making it a must-listen for project managers aiming to enhance their leadership and team-building skills.

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Every project manager faces the complex challenge of balancing priorities across multiple dimensions, from tracking budgets and deadlines to nurturing productive teams. In this episode, Ben Willmott, founder of PPM Academy, joins us to break down his three fundamental pillars for achieving consistent project success. With over 20 years of industry experience, Ben shares insights on how these pillars – project health, financial health, and team health – can simplify the path to effective project management. His focus on practical, adaptable methods empowers project managers to navigate project complexities and drive high-impact outcomes.

Ben emphasizes that mastering these pillars isn’t just about adhering to strict methodologies; it’s about equipping project managers to make informed, timely decisions that align with project goals. Through real-world examples, Ben demonstrates the versatility of his three-pillar approach across industries and project types, showing how any project manager can implement these foundational principles. Watch and gain actionable advice on effectively monitoring these critical aspects and ensuring your projects are successful and sustainable.

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Remote leadership has become an essential skill in today’s project-driven environment, and mastering it can give you a distinct competitive advantage. In this episode, Cornelius Fichtner welcomes Wayne Turmel, an expert in remote work and leadership, to discuss how project managers can adapt their leadership styles to meet the demands of virtual teams. Wayne shares practical strategies and tools managers can use to build trust, communicate effectively, and foster engagement in remote work.

Listeners will learn actionable techniques to ensure their teams stay productive and motivated, despite the challenges of physical distance. Wayne explains how communication and leadership styles must evolve when managing virtual teams, emphasizing the importance of clarity, empathy, and consistency. Whether you're leading a fully remote team or managing hybrid work environments, the insights shared in this episode will help you take your leadership skills to the next level.