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2018-05-10

We Are Multilingual Communicators

As project leaders, we have to adapt and speak to a variety of people at many levels in organizations about a wide-range of topics. It's a tough gig. But when you work hard to digest information and communicate effectively with your team and multiple layers of stakeholders, you can find the path to building trust, great relationships, and eventually project success. In this episode, Brett and Greg share their experiences with pushing nerves aside to make projects and teams work well together. Some topics that are touched on in this episode include: Digging in to understand confusing language and company-speak Figuring out what unwritten expectations exist in projects Establishing trust and using it as your superpower Speaking up justmenough as a DPM Setting expectations for what the DPM's role is on projects Feeling empowered as a junior DPM The DPM's role as the the undeputized enforcer of accountability

2018-05-10

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23 min
2023-08-11

The Irony

Episode highlights: [2:00] Meet Wil Reynolds [4:00] The first time in Wil Reynolds' life that he didn't want to go to work [6:00] Personal failure or business failure? [8:00] The long pause [11:00] It's really hard to determine the lesson learned here [14:00] "People are basically good, man. We just give all the attention to the a******s" [18:00] "I'm making my mom proud." About our guest Wil Reynolds, CEO and Vice President, Seer Interactive Wil started Seer Interactive in 2002 as a one-man operation out of his living room. Today, Seer is home to over 200 team members across Philadelphia, San Diego, and Remote. In his free time, Wil hangs out with his wife Nora, sons Rio and Niko, and serves Philadelphia’s homeless and runaway youth at Covenant House, where he participates in a yearly sleep out. He has worked across every vertical, including pharmaceuticals and hospital systems to Ecommerce and SaaS. With over 15 years of experience doing and talking about digital marketing, he loves to speak at conferences about the future of search and tends to lead our agency into thinking through different lenses. His pet projects these days revolve around using big data tools to look at search, how to bust silos between divisions, and helping tell the tough side of running a growing agency on his YouTube. Our Sponsors Thank you to the fine folks who help us make Sprints & Milestones! Audience Ops for producing this season of Sprints & Milestones Resource Guru for sponsoring this episode

2023-08-11

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23 min
2018-05-03

We Are Chaos Junkies

Work and projects can be chaotic, and that’s not always a bad thing. In kicking off a topic that can truly drag projects down, Brett shares a story about how a project was going really well…until it wasn’t. That sparks a conversation about not only how to manage through chaos, but to embrace it. Greg talks about his experience working with teams and finding what works best when you’ve got to wade through team chaos — because working as a team can be tough to figure out, and chaos doesn’t only come from client work. So take a break from your current chaotic episode, and listen to this episode of Sprints & Milestones to find better ways to solve problems and stay chill when things get nuts.

2018-05-03

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21 min
2025-06-26

Episode 47 - Leading quiet remote teams

It’s been a month! We hit pause to reassess Same Team’s direction—and we’re feeling good about the shift. In this episode, we unpack why we made that move and what’s been on our minds: AI, project management, burnout, and how remote teams really communicate. The Review Inspired by Brett’s article, When Silence Isn’t a Red Flag: Leading Quiet Remote Teams, we unpack why quiet doesn’t always mean disengaged. Brett shares his own experience leading a remote team where silence was just part of the culture. We explore how to spot the difference between healthy quiet and emotional withdrawal, how your communication style shapes remote teams, and how leaders can create safety and connection, especially for quieter folks. And don’t stop there—check out everything else we’ve published on Same Page this past month! Hybrid isn’t the problem. Performative leadership is.When AI replaces us, what’s left?From firefighters to forest rangers: rethinking how we prevent burnout on teamsEveryone wants to quit. But what are we really running from?The myth of the unicorn employee is hurting real humansThe Ask Buy our new 1:1 playbook and immediately improve your leadership! https://sameteampartners.com/1-on-1-playbook/ The Hit List Check out the full list on our website: https://sameteampartners.com/thehighfive/episode-47-leading-quiet-remote-teams The High Five This month’s high five goes to… us. For taking a step back, reading the room, and having the wisdom (and courage) to take a new path. Sometimes the best move is knowing when to make one.

2025-06-26

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37 min
2018-05-31

We Are Laser-Focused

The role of a project manager is far more strategic than it’s perceived to be. In fact, a lot goes on behind the scenes to orchestrate the best possible project experience, and often stakeholders—and sometimes teams—don’t realize it. As project leads, we expect change on projects because we understand that business goals evolve and change. Processes fail. Stakeholders come and go, and new ideas arise. When asked to change, we use project goals as a basis for discussion on whether or not the change is acceptable. We wade through comments and feedback and analyze and discuss change to help guide our teams and clients to the best decisions given our focus on project goals. In this episode of Sprints & Milestones, Brett and Greg talk about how project managers stay laser focused when projects are being pushed and pulled in many different directions, sometimes by many people. Here are a few of the themes discussed: Creating a project environment that is conducive to alignment with clients and a team Finding a moment to pivot on a project to make a positive change Setting expectations to get what you need out of projects and making agreements to do things successfully The value of setting work agreements and running retrospectives to keep those agreements true

2018-05-31

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23 min
2018-05-24

We Are Consummate Learners and Teachers

Working in an industry that moves so fast, we are inherently adaptable and open to new processes, ideas, practices, and deliverables. We follow what's happening in our industry from all angles, and do what we can to account for change to make our projects more successful. We're open to bettering ourselves, and our peers, by sharing our work and practices openly and freely with other DPMs as well as our team, clients and stakeholders. We recognize that learning and teaching builds trust in what we do, and benefits others, and leads to stronger partnerships and outcomes. In this installment of Sprints & Milestones, Brett and Greg share their personal stories of how they landed in design and project management careers. They also discuss the importance of continuous learning and teaching in the digital space to push yourself - and others - to be better. It's not about learning everything in school, in fact, it's all about learning on the job. Some topics discussed include: Finding your role, but also finding what you love to do and continuing to grow within that role The value of certifications Being a part-time project manager when your focus is in another area of a project Resources for learning about project management for PMs and non-PMs alike The value of community How teaching can bring about learning opportunities

2018-05-24

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29 min
2023-07-14

The Hyde

Episode highlights [2:00] Get to know Galen Low[3:00] Introducing Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Toxic Masculinity[8:00] The team gave him a nickname[10:00] Brett & Greg D discuss their toxic traits[16:00] Is expressing emotion at work okay?[25:00] Galen's definition of "failure"About our guest Galen Low, Co-Founder of The Digital Project Manager Galen is a digital project manager with more than a decade of experience delivering human-centered digital transformation in government, healthcare, transit, and retail through client services and business development. Having finally discovered a use for his radio-announcer voice, he is now helping professionals lead teams and deliver projects ahead of the digital curve as the Co-Founder, Community Lead, and Podcast Host of The Digital Project Manager.

2023-07-14

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27 min
2018-05-17

We Are Loveable Hardasses

Digital project managers walk the line between servant and leader caring equally about numbers and people. It's a challenge that requires much thought and consideration in the way we behave. While we are not managers with direct reports we work hard to build relationships with our team members to serve as confidants, councilors, and friends who have their work and best interest in mind at all times. At the same time we challenge b******t when we see it, stand up for our clients and our teams when it's easier to stay quiet, speak up and save our projects, and work damn hard to keep our teams motivated, our clients happy, and our projects on target. In this episode of Sprints & Milestones, Brett and Greg explore what it means to be a “loveable h*****s” and how difficult that can actually be. Some topics and scenarios discussed include: Does the PM have to be the B.A. Baracus of their project team? Will you ever succeed in leading teams if you play the role of “the enforcer”? Building trust and good relationships on projects Setting expectations for how teams work together The “Trust Battery” and mutua work agreements Safe words for teams

2018-05-17

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24 min
2025-05-15

Episode 46 - Enough with the user manuals

It started with a text on a day off and turned into a whole conversation about burnout, boundaries, and why everyone seems one notification away from snapping. This week, Brett and Greg dig into the limits of "mental load," share a few real-world stress responses, and then turn their attention to a new workplace trend that's doing more harm than good: personal user manuals. If your onboarding doc reads like a dating profile, we’ve got some thoughts. The Huddle The 1:1 Playbook is live! We finally launched the thing—and it's better than we imagined. It’s our most complete guide yet for making 1:1s less awkward and more impactful. The Review Greg’s latest opinion column, Enough with the personal user manuals, critiques the growing trend of workplace "user guides." Sure, they’re well-intentioned. But when they replace actual conversation, they can short-circuit trust, reinforce power dynamics, and turn human connection into a checklist. This week, we unpack: What actually makes people feel seen and understood at workHow trust gets built (and broken) in remote teamsThe hidden cost of replacing relationships with documentationWhat leaders can do instead The Ask Buy our new 1:1 playbook and immediately improve your leadership! Seriously—if you run 1:1s, this is the manual you wish you had. Buy the 1:1 Playbook The Hit List What we’re reading, writing, watching, and listening to this week: Listening: The Logical Song (cover by The Greystones) — A bunch of talented kids bring fresh magic to this Supertramp classic. Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves — Grammy gold, and the emotional balm we needed this week. Watching: My Darling Clementine — Greg went full Criterion cowboy and he’s not wrong. A slow burn that hits. The Long Way Round — Ewan McGregor + motorcycles + aging adventure = Brett’s current comfort TV. Reading: Abundance by Ezra Klein & Derek Thompson — Smart, hopeful, grounded. This one’s sneaky good. Writing: Project management is a leadership role. Start acting like it. The Deep Cut 003: Adventure on The High Five This week’s high five goes to: the sweet, sweet thrill of launching a digital product. We made a thing. We put a price on it. We hit publish. That’s worth celebrating.

2025-05-15

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23 min
2025-04-03

Episode 41 - Forced efficiency is not a strategy

The Huddle Brett kicks things off with a (minor!) fender bender and a Lady Gaga-fueled beef with Greg about new music. Then we get into the real talk: Everyone’s in a rough spot—burned out, overworked, and just trying to keep up. The Review Forced efficiency: the myth of cutting your way to greatness Brett breaks down what happens when leaders slash people, processes, and budgets—without a real plan—and still expect things to keep running magically. Inspired by Musk-level mayhem and personal experience, this conversation explores how panic is often disguised as "efficiency." Here’s the truth: You can’t cut your way to greatness. Real efficiency isn’t about trimming fat—it’s about building muscle memory. Spoiler: It’s not pizza or “thoughts and prayers.” It’s presence, purpose, and follow-through. Also on Same Page this week: The hidden cost of missed documentationHow documentation became a pillar for team transparency The Ask Join us for our first-ever live event: The Huddle 🗓 Wednesday, April 9, 2025 🕧 12:30–1:00pm ET 🎯 30 minutes of insights, conversation, resource sharing, a few laughs, and a high five to close. Register now The Hit List What we’re reading, writing, watching, and listening to this week: Reading 'Heat' and 'Top Gun' Actor Val Kilmer Dead: Michael Mann, Francis Ford Coppola, and More Pay TributeHow Well-Meaning Systems Stifle Business GrowthListening Romance by Fontaines D.C.Forever is a feeling by Lucy DacusWriting Eject disk. A manifesto for everyone stuck in the system that keeps crashing you.Watching Severance The High Five To those who are going through it, we see you going to work and dealing with chaos.

2025-04-03

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27 min

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