Are you aspiring to become a successful project manager or looking to elevate your existing PM skills?
Welcome to The Good PM Life, the ultimate podcast dedicated to all things project management!
Hosted by seasoned project management consultant and author Sandy Lawler, this podcast offers insightful discussions, expert advice, and practical tips to help you navigate the dynamic world of project management.
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In this inspiring episode of The Good PM Life, I sit down with Kelli Hogg, the powerhouse behind Love Runs Deep, a charity organization making a difference one event at a time. We dive into how organizing a successful charity event is a project in disguise — from kickoff to closing. Kelli shares the behind-the-scenes planning that goes into their annual event, including coordinating volunteers, managing timelines, setting goals, and handling the unexpected — all core aspects of solid project management. Whether you’re an aspiring project manager or simply curious about how events like these come together, you’ll love hearing how heart and strategy collide to create real impact. Mentioned in this episode: Love Runs Deep - https://www.loverunsdeep.org Whitley Vineyards - https://www.whitleyvineyards.com Basecamp - https://www.basecamp.com Asana - https://www.asana.com Click-Up - https://www.clickup.com Riscky's Barbecue - https://www.riscky.com
Welcome to The Good PM Life! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the real-world challenges that project managers face and, more importantly, how to overcome them like a pro. From unrealistic deadlines to stakeholder misalignment, team motivation issues, and scope creep—we’ve got you covered with stories from the field and practical strategies to keep your projects on track. Tune in to learn how to navigate tough situations, build stakeholder trust, and keep your team motivated even when the pressure’s on! Link to The Comprehensive Guide to Becoming a Project Manager - https://www.thegoodpmlife.com
Are you a project manager wondering why you haven’t been promoted yet? You’re delivering successful projects, meeting deadlines, and keeping everything organized—so what’s missing? In this episode of The Good PM Life, I break down the five key things that separate project managers who get promoted from those who stay stuck. We’ll talk about what leadership really looks like, how to position yourself as a strategic thinker, and why just "doing your job well" isn’t enough to climb the career ladder. I’ll also share real-life stories of project managers who made small but powerful changes that helped them move up in their careers—and how you can do the same. Link to The Comprehensive Guide to Becoming A Project Manager and other digital products - https://www.thegoodpmlife.com
If you’ve been applying for project manager roles and getting no callbacks, your resume might be the problem—not you! Many companies use AI-powered Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to filter resumes before a human ever sees them. That means if your resume isn’t optimized, it could be getting rejected automatically. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to tailor your resume for project management roles so it gets past the bots and in front of hiring managers. Link to The Comprehensive Guide to Becoming a Project Manager - https://www.thegoodpmlife.com
Are you stuck in a low-paying, unfulfilling job, but afraid to make a career change because of "stability"? If so, this episode is for you! Today, I’m sharing real stories of people just like you—teachers, retail workers, customer service reps—who took the leap into project management and completely transformed their careers. Link to Project Management Resources - www.thegoodpmlife.com