Manage This - The Project Management Podcast

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In the ever-evolving world of project management, Manage This is the leading podcast for project managers eager for practical insights, expert advice, and fresh industry trends. Launched by Andy Crowe, PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, Six Sigma Black Belt, in 2016, the show is hosted by Bill Yates, PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, and producer Wendy Grounds. Join industry leaders and seasoned project managers from around the world as they share the lessons, strategies, and tools that drive success. Each episode brings diverse perspectives, real-world experiences, and actionable strategies to lead your projects with confidence. From a small team or a large-scale project, this podcast offers essential listening for anyone looking to improve their PM capabilities and claim free PDUs.

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June 15, 2026Episode 25145 min

Episode 251: Navigating Complexity: The Leadership Behind Mission Success

Even the most complex challenges can be overcome when teams stay aligned, adaptable, and focused on a shared mission. Tammy Ashraf shares lessons from NASA Earth Science missions on leading complex, high-stakes projects. She discusses aligning diverse teams, spotting early warning signs, breaking down silos, and managing uncertainty, along with the evolving role of AI and the human skills still essential for project success.

June 1, 2026Episode 25036 min

Episode 250 – Building for Impact— Delivering Protection in a Debris‑Crowded Orbit

Trevor Smith shares about advanced composite materials designed to protect satellites and astronauts from hypervelocity impacts. He discusses building for impact with rapid prototyping, phased project delivery, and team culture in innovation. We also learn about space-based data centers and Atomic-6’s Light Wing™ deployable space structure platform.

May 18, 2026Episode 24945 min

Episode 249 – Stop Wasting Time in Meetings: High-Performance Strategies

Practical strategies for leading meetings that improve decision-making, strengthen team participation, and drive better project outcomes. In this conversation Evan Unger explores tools like the POPRA model, techniques for managing conflict and encouraging diverse perspectives, and how humble, curious leadership can create healthier and more productive team dynamics.

May 4, 2026Episode 24830 min

Episode 248 – The New PMP® Exam: Reflecting a Changing Profession

The PMP® certification is evolving in 2026 with a major exam update. Bill Yates and Ren Love break down what these changes mean for project managers, from shifting success metrics toward value and outcomes to a stronger emphasis on strategy, AI, and sustainability. Hear about updated exam domains, new question formats, and practical exam tips.

April 20, 2026Episode 24745 min

Episode 247 – Protecting New Zealand’s Wildlife: Leading a Multi-Decade, High-Stakes Project

New Zealand’s Predator Free 2050 manager Brent Beaven explains what it takes to run a nationwide effort to eliminate invasive predators and protect native wildlife. He describes the scale of the challenge and the long‑term coordination across communities, scientists, and government.

April 6, 2026Episode 24638 min

Episode 246 – Project Management Careers: Today’s Trends for Your Future

In this episode, we look ahead at what’s next for the profession and what it means for your career. With insights from PMI’s latest Salary Survey and Global Talent Gap Report, along with expert perspective from Dr. Kelly Heuer, this episode highlights where the greatest opportunities are emerging, how AI is reshaping the role, and the steps you can take now to stay competitive and grow with confidence.

March 16, 2026Episode 24545 min

Episode 245 – PM Hiring Guide: What HR Leaders Want You to Know

Landing a job today isn’t just about qualifications. The hiring process is more competitive and complex than ever, and even strong candidates can get filtered out before a human ever sees their résumé. In this episode, we talk with HR leaders about how to stand out, avoid common interview mistakes, and position yourself for success.

March 2, 2026Episode 24445 min

Episode 244 – Post-Quantum Cryptography: Leading Projects When Technology Shifts

Quantum computing is speeding up, and organizations are racing to protect long‑lived data. Security expert Chris Basener joins us to talk about post‑quantum cryptography, the rising “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” threat, and how PQC is already being tested. We ask what project managers can do now to assess risk, strengthen governance, and prepare their careers for a quantum future.

February 16, 2026Episode 24336 min

Episode 243 – How Strategy Gets Delivered: Inside the Project-Driven Organization

Turning strategy into action isn’t accidental—it’s project-driven. This conversation looks at how strategy gets delivered inside the project-driven organization. Hear guidance on prioritization, navigating stakeholders, and moving beyond incremental work to spark real innovation. Challenging how leaders think about focus, impact, and the future of project work.

February 2, 2026Episode 24245 min

Episode 242 – When Lean Meets “Chunky”: Project Leadership in Big Enterprises

Lean-Agile is easy to talk about but hard to pull off in a “chunky” corporate. Hear practical strategies for navigating layers, budgets, and oversight, keeping teams moving, communicating vision, handling legacy data, fostering experimentation, and leveraging AI—actionable advice for project managers making Agile work at scale.