People and Projects Podcast: Project Management Podcas‪t‬ Andy Kaufman, PMP, PMI-ACP

We’re talking about humor today and I'm joined by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas. They’re the authors of a new book entitled Humor, Seriously. It’s a great read and in today’s discussion, you’re going to learn how bringing more levity to your team pays back in a big way.

People leading teams and projects typically have plenty to worry about. We ruminate about the past and can stay awake at night about risks that are lurking. Those voices in our head--that chatter, so to speak, can start to weigh heavy on us.

In this episode, I have a conversation with Ethan Kross, author of a new book entitled Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It. It's a must-read--I can't wait for you to learn more about it.

My guests are David Smith and Brad Johnson, authors of the new book Good Guys: How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Workplace.

In this episode, we’re focusing on men can be better allies for women in the workplace. It’s not a discussion that is blaming or shaming men. It’s about helping us see that there’s work to do, and both men and women are going to walk away with ideas you can take action on.

Learn more about Brian and David at wbradjohnson.com/books.

Brian joins us to talk about his book The Future You: Break Through the Fear and Build the Life You Want.

Learn more about Brian at threatcasting.asu.edu/.

In this brief episode, I share a lesson from a recent assignment for my project management MBA students.

Episodes that I refer to are:
Episode 249, with Aaron Dignan about his book Brave New Work
Episode 306, with Gary Hamel about his book Humanocracy

I strongly recommend you add those episodes and books to your learning plan for the new year!

Picking my favorite episodes from this last year was not easy, but if you're looking for the top 5, check out this episode!

Episodes that I refer to are:

Episode 284, with Peter Boghossian
Episode 294, with Frances Frei
Episode 301, with Peter Kozodoy
Episode 302, with Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg
Episode 306, with Gary Hamel

I strongly recommend you add those episodes and books to your learning plan for the new year!