PM-Mastery

Walt Sparling
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PM-Mastery

Helping Project Managers grow and master their project management skills while sharing the stories of other project management professionals.

  1. SEP 3

    Amanda Caught up with Walt, Our Host after a Recent Job Change

    Send us a textIs your job stressing you out? Sometimes you need to make a change. Tune into the current episode of PM Mastery, where Amanda Sherman steps in as host to interview our regular guide, Walt Sparling. Walt dives into his journey from the design industry to becoming a senior project manager, and discusses his recent job change from a leadership role, to go back in the trenches as a Sr. PM. We further unpack the hurdles of project approvals in massive corporate settings, highli...

    28 min

  2. AUG 27

    Communication for Project Managers - A LinkedIn Live Event Recording

    Send us a textThis is an audio recording of my First LinkedIn live where I pulled together a group of talented Project Management professionals to do a quarterly series called "PM Knights and Ladies of the Round Table". This is the only episode of this series to date but I promise there will be more. The topic for this Live was "Communication for Project Managers" - If you would like to see the live recording, see the link below as well as links to the panelists LinkedIn Profiles. L...

    2h 7m
  3. From Bricklayers to Battery Storage: Juniel Miller's Journey in Renewable Energy Project Management

    AUG 20

    From Bricklayers to Battery Storage: Juniel Miller's Journey in Renewable Energy Project Management

    Send us a textEver wondered how growing up in a family of bricklayers could lead to managing large-scale renewable energy projects? This episode of PM Mastery features Juniel Miller, who takes us through his captivating journey from a construction-heavy upbringing to spearheading ambitious battery storage and solar initiatives across the Carolinas and Florida. With roots in real estate and construction, Juniel not only highlights the importance of teamwork and adaptability but also shares the...

    24 min
  4. Discussing Processes from a PM Perspective on the Everyday Business Problems Podcast

    AUG 13

    Discussing Processes from a PM Perspective on the Everyday Business Problems Podcast

    Send us a textIn this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, I joined Dave Crysler to share my insights on process improvement and efficiency from the perspective of a project manager. The conversation covers the integration of project management in both internal and external process improvements, navigating roadblocks in large organizations, and the importance of effective communication. We also discussed my approach to prioritizing opportunities and achieving quick wins to build...

    41 min
  5. Overcoming Setbacks and Achieving Project Management Success with Skye Dodd

    AUG 6

    Overcoming Setbacks and Achieving Project Management Success with Skye Dodd

    Send us a textIn This Episode:How do you turn an unexpected career setback into a launchpad for success? This week on PM Mastery, I am excited to welcome back Skye Dodd, who shares her inspiring journey from social work to project management. After a bold move from Florida to Atlanta, Skye faced a sudden layoff but was able to turn the challenge into a golden opportunity, securing two job offers within two weeks. Listen as she recounts how she filled her technical skills gap, took her career ...

    21 min
  6. Navigating the Currents of Project Management: An Insightful Voyage with Project Management Leadership Coach Benjamin Chan, PMP, P.Eng, CMC, ASM

    MAY 21

    Navigating the Currents of Project Management: An Insightful Voyage with Project Management Leadership Coach Benjamin Chan, PMP, P.Eng, CMC, ASM

    Send us a textIn This Episode:Ever felt like you're treading water in the vast ocean of project management? Synchronize your strokes with the wisdom of Benjamin Chan, PMP, P.Eng, CMC, ASM, a project management leadership success coach hailing from Calgary, Alberta. Benjamin joins us to share his invaluable expertise on amplifying leadership abilities and harnessing the innate strengths of project managers. With an earnest approach, he addresses the steep learning curve faced by newcomers in t...

    33 min
  7. Thriving in the Transformative Landscape of Project Execution with Ozias Sanchez, PMP

    MAY 5

    Thriving in the Transformative Landscape of Project Execution with Ozias Sanchez, PMP

    Send us a textIn This Episode:I had the pleasure recently of sitting down again with Ozias Sanchez to get a one-year update on his project management journey. Ozias earned his PMP in March 2023, was interviewed on the podcast in April 2023, and was hired for a new position in June 2023.In this episode, we discussed the structure of PMOs and their differences and touched on the use of AI for Project Management. Since earning his PMP, Ozias has undergone a transformative journey, shifting ...

    58 min
  8. Mastering the Art of Project Management with David Abadurin: Navigating Challenges and Cyber Security in a Digital Age

    MAR 19

    Mastering the Art of Project Management with David Abadurin: Navigating Challenges and Cyber Security in a Digital Age

    Send us a textThis was a great interview with a project management professional who has been involved with many fields that a project manager may encounter across multiple industries. I was impressed with the incredible breadth of David's knowledge. His understanding of key concepts in communication skills like active listening the importance of continuing education, and staying curious were refreshing and important to all project managers planning to grow their careers. Embark on...

    36 min
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Helping Project Managers grow and master their project management skills while sharing the stories of other project management professionals.

Information

  • Creator
    Walt Sparling
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 PM-Mastery
  • Show Website
    PM-Mastery

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