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Dreamt of trading your teaching career for something different? Meet Melissa Chapman, a middle school teacher turned international project manager, who skillfully made this bold transition. She'll walk us through her journey, sharing invaluable insights on how teaching skills can cleverly be repurposed into the project management world. Melissa's personal story promises to inspire those considering a career switch or those simply curious about project management.
Switching careers is no small feat, but Melissa stayed steadfast and attacked each hurdle with enthusiasm and a drive to succeed. From preparing for the PMP certification exam to handling the technical aspects of project management, she's got a wealth of knowledge to share.
Our conversation takes a broader turn as we delve into the escalating trend of teachers moving towards project management roles. Why is this happening and what opportunities does this hold? Melissa shares her take on this and introduces resources like free LinkedIn optimization courses for teachers contemplating this transition.
Favorite Tool(s):

• ASANA - https://asana.com/
• OneNote - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/onenote/digital-note-taking-app

Books Mentioned:

John Connolly - The Unready Project Manager

Jerimiah Hammon - The Project Management Pathway

Links:

• Connect with Melissa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissachappy
• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• PM-Mastery.com

PMI Talent Triangle: Power Skills - Strategy/Business Acumen (Learn More)

Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource/

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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In This Episode:

In this episode, I sat down with Matt Schlegel and Amanda Sherman to talk about Matt's book "Teamwork 9.0".

Matt is a best a best-selling author and is committed to developing highly effective, style-diverse teams and giving them the tools and strategies to tackle challenges that are seemingly impossible. Principal of Schlegel Consulting (www.evolutionaryteams.com), Matt started his career as an electrical engineer and soon realized that successful project outcomes depend more on leading people than leading electrons. Matt discovered a powerful system called the Enneagram and used it to develop a novel set of tools, strategies, and applications for team effectiveness that he uses in his consulting practice and shares in his book Teamwork 9.0.

Nine Enneagram Types:

• 1 THE REFORMER:
  • The Rational, Idealistic Type: Principled, Purposeful, Self-Controlled, and Perfectionistic.
• 2 THE HELPER:
  • The Caring, Interpersonal Type: Demonstrative, Generous, People-Pleasing, and Possessive.
• 3 THE ACHIEVER:
  • The Success-Oriented, Pragmatic Type: Adaptive, Excelling, Driven, and Image-Conscious.
• 4 THE INDIVIDUALIST:
  • The Sensitive, Withdrawn Type: Expressive, Dramatic, Self-Absorbed, and Temperamental.
• 5 THE INVESTIGATOR:
  • The Intense, Cerebral Type: Perceptive, Innovative, Secretive, and Isolated
• 6 THE LOYALIST:
  • The Committed, Security-Oriented Type: Engaging, Responsible, Anxious, and Suspicious.
• 7 THE ENTHUSIAST:
  • The Busy, Fun-Loving Type: Spontaneous, Versatile, Distractible, and Scattered.
• 8 THE CHALLENGER:
  • The Powerful, Dominating Type: Self-Confident, Decisive, Willful, and Confrontational.
• 9 THE PEACEMAKER:
  • The Easygoing, Self-Effacing Type: Receptive, Reassuring, Agreeable, and Complacent.

Did You Know:

The three Enneagram types that have the hardest time self-identifying are the four, five, and nine.

Get the book:

• Teamwork 9.0

Connect with Matt:

• Website: evolutionaryteams.com
• Blog: evolutionaryteams.com/blog/
• Linked In: linkedin.com/in/mattschlegel/
• Twitter: twitter.com/EvoTeamMatt
• Instagram: instagram.com/MattSchlegel6
• Facebook: facebook.com/mattschlegel.77
• YouTube:

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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Ever wondered how a project management wizard like Ethan Schwaber would tackle the unpredictable weather of both the professional sphere and the skies of Tennessee? Buckle up for a captivating journey with our special guest, as we chart his transition from Boeing's high-stakes environment to laying the groundwork for an elite PMO at Specialized Dental Partners. Schwaber's tales from the trenches and his life as a music-loving, Taekwondo-kicking family man forge a narrative as multifaceted as it is enlightening.
Dive headlong into the trenches of project management prowess, where PDUs aren't just acronyms but stepping stones to mastery. We navigate the seas of networking and community, unearthing the goldmine of knowledge in webinars and global PM summits. Listen closely as we unpack the trials of birthing a PMO in the healthcare industry, aligning its pulse with the beating heart of organizational aims and converting the staunchest of skeptics into its strongest proponents.
In our final act, we arm you with the tools needed for PMO triumph—from the collaborative might of Microsoft Teams to the precision of Moovila task management. Planning emerges as the hero of this saga, with tools and templates serving as the unsung allies of both seasoned and citizen project managers. Teasing the promise of future discussions on the varied structures of PMOs, this episode is your gateway to understanding the intricate ballet of project management.
Join us, and let Ethan Schwaber's expertise illuminate your path to PM mastery.
Favorite Tool(s):

• Moovilla: https://www.moovila.com
• Lucid: https://lucid.co/solutions/project-management
• Microsoft Teams: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/group-chat-software

Links:

• Connect with and follow Ethan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ethanschwaber
• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• PM-Mastery.com

PMI Talent Triangle: Technical /Ways of Working - Leadership/Power Skills - Strategy/Business Acumen (Learn More)

Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource/

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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Welcome to the PM-Mastery podcast's 50th episode!
I want to thank the incredible listeners and, most definitely, the incredible guests I have been fortunate to interview!
I wanted to do a special 50th episode with a guest that could provide an incredible impact on our audience, and I was able to do it with someone who has been a mentor to me in many ways; not only in project management but also gave me the motivation to do my own thing and start this podcast! I have been following Andy and his podcast for many years, during my learning years in project management and my current passion project of the PM-Mastery podcast.
In this episode, you will discover the keys to project management mastery with our esteemed guest, Andy Kaufman, from the People's and Projects podcast. As we celebrate our 50th episode milestone, Andy brings his wisdom from the frontlines of teaching project management and leadership. Together, we unpack the essence of adapting tools to the unique challenges project managers face and reveal how staying abreast of real-world issues through podcasting can keep you grounded and ahead of the curve.
Dive headlong into the transformative world of artificial intelligence with a twist! Hear about my comical skirmishes with an AI and the eye-opening insights from the AI Made Simple course designed to revolutionize project management. We dissect how AI isn't just about efficiency, but creativity, as it aids in crafting content from social media to course outlines, and discuss the burgeoning technologies rapidly blurring the lines between reality and AI-generated content.
Finally, we underscore the crucial people skills that are the linchpin of any project manager's success. From stories highlighting the power of platforms like LinkedIn to forge genuine professional bonds to the art of influencing and negotiating, mastering the 'people side' of project management is paramount. Sprinkled with personal anecdotes and a guide to maintaining professional growth, this episode promises to be a treasure trove for new and veteran project managers.
Links:

• Connect with Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/buildleaders/
• Check out some great episodes from Andy's podcast: https://peopleandprojectspodcast.com/index.php/en/
• Check out Andy's AI course: https://ai.i-leadonline.com/?ver=9aaa9e
• Subscribe to Andy's Weekly "Lead 52" email list: https://getlead52.com/

A couple of my favorite PPP episodes:

• Meet PMela: https://peopleandprojectspodcast.com/index.php/en/podcast-episodes/655-ppp-384-andy-interviews-an-ai-introducing-pmela.htm

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/

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In This Episode:

This is a special milestone issue. 2024 has been a crazy year for many with various life and career transitions. I wanted to do a special milestone issue with the top five most downloaded podcast episodes as of October 2024. I was able to get back four out of the five top guests to do a catch up episode. Amanda Sherman co-hosted this episode with me. Links to the original episodes and other materials for each interviewee are provided below.

Links:

• Melissa Chapman:
  • Episode 40
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissachappy/
  • Website: https://topmate.io/melissa_chapman
• Kayla McGuire:
  • Episode 37
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylamcguire/
  • Website: https://www.kaylamcguire.com/
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kaylamcguire
• Teresa O'Hanlon:
  • Episode 9
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-o-hanlon-b4609911a/
• Joseph Phillips:
  • Episode 18
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/instructor/
  • Website: https://www.instructing.com/
• Nacole Caputo:
  • Episode 13
  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nacole-caputo-b527632a/

PM-Mastery Links:

• For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.
• For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog Posts
• Become a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pure
• Check out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5c
• Get your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/