Podcasts by KEV Talks Podcast

May the Road Rise Up to Meet You | KEV Talks Podcast Farewell from 2023-09-18T05:00

In May the Road Rise Up to Meet You, I say goodbye to the 'KEV Talks Podcast' listeners and guests from my 5 years of podcasting.

May the road rise up to meet you.

May the win...

How You Can Influence the Influencers John C. Maxwell Style | Foundations Friday #106 from 2023-09-08T11:45

Providing practical considerations to the John Maxwell Company, list 7 Factors that Influence Influence (or Influencers)

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Helping Fathers Live Legendary with The Dad Edge Founder Larry Hagner | KEV Talks Podcast #36 from 2023-08-28T19:56

In this episode of the KEV Talks Podcast, meet Larry Hagner, the visionary behind The Dad Edge – a platform that inspires men to create and sustain strong relationships with their spouses and child...

The Power of Proactivity | Foundations Friday #105 from 2023-08-25T15:06:16

Being proactive is a power. It enables us to prepare our minds for hardship better, and proactive Public Safety leaders and Project Managers can provide better contingency plans. In the realm of...

The Right Move at the Wrong Time is the Wrong Move | Foundations Friday #105 from 2023-08-18T16:27:48

In The Right Move at the Wrong Time is the Wrong Move | Foundations Friday #105, I share Rener Gracie's quote on episode #399 of the Jocko Podcast. I also share how Project Managers and Planning...

The Importance of the Elevator Pitch | Foundations Friday #104 from 2023-08-11T15:35

Being able to describe our processes succinctly is critical. Summarizing our elevator pitch is also very important as well. Often we don't get a lot of time with our executive leaders, so we hav...

KEV Talks Promo - August 2023 from 2023-08-10T13:41:34

Sharing a new intro that contains clips from some great interviews.

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You're In Your Role to Make an Impact | Foundations Friday #103 from 2023-08-04T15:29:58

Inspired by the article from July 26, 2023 titled How to Be a Purpose-Driven Leader Without Burning Out by Lisa Earle McLeod and Elizabeth Lotardo on the Listen

Hope is NOT a Plan | Foundations Friday #102 from 2023-07-28T16:41:06

Having hope is crucial. It helps us persevere when we're feeling stuck, motivates us when we're unwell, and pulls us out of the depths of despair during difficult times. However, while hope can ...

We are responsible for how we respond to our traumas | Foundations Friday #101 from 2023-07-21T12:14:09

In We are responsible for how we respond to our traumas I echo a sentiment shared by Andy Stumpf on his 'Cleared Hot' Podcast about how we are not responsible for traumas we experience, but that...

How Project Managers Can Apply Three Critical Lessons From Gavin De Becker’s Book"The Gift Of Fear"| KEV Talks Podcast #35 from 2023-07-21T08:45

In this episode "How Project Managers Can Apply Three Critical Lessons From Gavin De Becker’s Book 'The Gift Of Fear'," I discuss three lessons that I believe are relevant to the daily work of P...

Someone Else's Poor Planning IS Our Problem | Foundations Friday #100 from 2023-07-07T18:15:40

We did it. We put together 100 'Foundations Friday' episodes. On this week's #100 I elaborate on why the proverb, "Poor planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine" is well, n...

The Declaration for Project Managers | KEV Talks Podcast #34 from 2023-07-04T12:42:37

As a tribute to one of my favorite documents, The Declaration of Independence, I created The Declaration for Project Managers. Although the original is a timeless classic, I enjoyed putting my o...

What You Allow in Your Presence You Promote | Foundations Friday #99 from 2023-07-01T10:09

Sharing the perspective that leaders that allow negative behaviors to go on imply support for that activity to continue.

5 Ways to Reduce Level Zero Incidents in EMS and Improve EMS Employee Retention | KEV Talks #33 from 2023-06-27T14:05

In 5 Ways to Reduce Level Zero Incidents in EMS and Improve EMS Employee Retention, I elaborate on how Emergency Medical Services (EMS) leaders can improve EMS worker retention and reduce the ri...

Discover the Reality of the American Nuclear Energy Sector with George Pannell (Part 2) | KEV Talks #32 from 2023-06-20T16:12

In Discover the Reality of the American Nuclear Energy Sector with George Pannell (Part 2) | KEV Talks #32, George Pannell, an expert in American Nuclear Energy, expertly explains the mechanics ...

Four Reasons Why Hierarchy Matters | Foundations Friday #98 from 2023-06-16T11:09

In Four Reasons Why Hierarchy Matters | Foundations Friday #98 I share why I believe and have seen the benefits of having a hierarchy in organizations and on program and project teams.

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From the Steel Mill to the Submarine Service with George Pannell (Part 1) | KEV Talks #31 from 2023-06-12T18:19

In From the Steel Mill to the Submarine Service with George Pannell (Part 1) | KEV Talks 31, I talk to U.S. Navy Veteran and Nuclear Power pioneer George Pannell about his journey from the steel...

How to Support the Otto on Your Project Team | Foundations Friday #97 from 2023-06-09T08:16

I recently watched A Man Called Otto starring Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, and Rachel Keller. I cried. A lot. In addition to the emotional story, A Man Called Otto reminded me that we've all had ...

One Action Can Change Someone's Life | Foundations Friday #96 from 2023-06-02T12:23

In One Action Can Change Someone's Life | Foundations Friday #96, remind us how Rob from McDojoLife's friend's one act of giving him a card to call a martial arts school after he was beaten by o...

Keeping the Martial Arts Legit with Rob from McDojoLife | KEV Talks #30 from 2023-05-30T16:21

Rob's life trajectory was changed by one act from a friend. In our almost two hours discussion, Rob and I talk about:

• How his friend's suggestion changed his life
• Rob's martia...
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Your Title Shouldn’t Make You Feel Entitled | FF #95 from 2023-05-26T14:24

Feeling entitled is easy when you’re given a title. The challenge is to use your position to clear obstacles for your team, not to use your position to lord over them.

Keep Your Elbows Tight with Travis Motl of the Elbows Tight Podcast | KEV Talks #29 from 2023-05-22T19:07

Travis Motl (Moat+L), is a Husband, Father, U.S. Navy Veteran, BJJ Blue Belt, and fellow podcaster. Travis hosts the Elbows Tight podcast where he talks "...to everyone from brand new white belt...

5 Lessons from American Revolutionary Leaders to Build a Project Team of Giants | KEV Talks #28 from 2023-05-18T09:37

In 5 Lessons from American Revolutionary Leaders to Build a Project Team of Giants | KEV Talks #28 I share 5 lessons I learned from reading Jack Kelly's amazing book, "Band of Giants: The Amateu...

5 Morning Challenges to Make the Rest of Your Day Easier | Foundations Friday #94 from 2023-05-12T13:05:35

I share 5 things I do daily that have improved my mental, spiritual, and physical health and that I recommend to each of you.

1. Get up early
2. Get exercise
3. Take a c...
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The Incident Command System Works for All Things | Foundations Friday #93 from 2023-05-05T16:39

Sharing how both the principles and documents from the Incident Command System work when planning projects, programs, or other events.

The Value of Training BJJ when Traveling to New Cities | You-Jitsu #27 from 2023-05-01T10:05

I've been traveling lately, and I took my BJJ gear this past trip. It was great to visit the BJJ gym I started at and train with a different group of people. In this episode, I expand on the val...

Balance Optics versus Outcomes in Programs and Projects | Foundations Friday #92 from 2023-04-28T07:42

I recorded this one in the hotel gym this morning as I reflected on some recent work balancing how our team efforts look with what we're accomplishing. I submit to the listener to consider how m...

Be a Good Project Manager to be an Effective Program Manager | Foundations Friday #91 from 2023-04-21T10:00

As a Program Manager, we need to be ready to jump into any Project level work on behalf of our people or our organization. In Be a Good Project Manager to be an Effective Program Manager | Found...

Balance Helping Others with Just Rolling | You-Jitsu #26 from 2023-04-15T16:28:10

As a salty, 49-year-old Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Blue Belt practicing BJJ for 4.5 years, I like to help folks just starting their BJJ training. When I sweep a white belt, then move to Mount, I ...

How to Deal with Anxiety Like Ted Lasso | Foundations Friday #90 from 2023-04-14T13:57

Ted Lasso is one of my favorite streaming shows. It is a show starring Jason Sudeikis as Ted. Ted is an American Football coach who goes to England to coach and lead a Soccer team there. In addi...

5 Doses of Reality We Can All Use in 2023 | KEV Talks #27 from 2023-04-11T18:02

Five positive life-impacting statements that inspired and encouraged me and continue to give me a kick in the pants I need sometimes.

1. “Those who have a 'why' to live, can bear ...
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There's Always Opportunity for Rebirth | Foundations Friday 89 from 2023-04-07T08:26:11

In There's Always Opportunity for Rebirth | Foundations Friday 89, I share how the study of Passover and Easter has reminded me that we always have the opportunity to make changes in our persona...

6 Considerations When Leading a Program of Programs | KEV Talks #26 from 2023-04-04T18:42

Leading projects is a challenge. Leading programs, and a group of projects, is even more challenging. So, what do we do when we're asked to lead a program of programs? In this week's episode, 6 ...

Some People Will Surpass You and That's Ok | Foundations Friday 88 from 2023-03-31T09:10

There are people that started training Jiu Jitsu that are now better than me. There are people in my professional life that have surpassed me in position and knowledge. As Jocko Willink says, "G...

Slow Down to See the Path More Clearly | You-Jitsu #26 from 2023-03-29T07:25

Carrying over some Jiu-Jitsu tips for newer BJJ players, focusing on slowing down and making the moves correctly. This is also true in life. Sometimes we must slow down and take time with family...

Don't Just Rinse and Repeat Your Projects | Foundations Friday 87 from 2023-03-24T14:49

Sharing lessons I learned while reading Jack Kelly's book Band of Giants. More specifically, George Washington learned NOT to fight by watching the rigid British Military and then went on to ada...

The Definitive Guide to Start Training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Part 2 | KEV Talks #25 from 2023-03-15T17:30

I'm importing episodes 8-25 of the You-Jitsu Podcast, which was discontinued last week. In this Part 2 of 2 this episode compilation, I walk the listener further into the Jiu-Jitsu journey.

5 Ways to Embrace the Concept of Extreme Ownership | Foundations Friday 86 from 2023-03-12T15:56:51

I talk about how "Extreme Ownership" has become very popular over the past eight years thanks to the incredible book by Listen

The Definitive Guide to Start Training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - Part 1 | KEV Talks #24 from 2023-03-07T13:16

I'm importing episodes 1-7 of the You-Jitsu Podcast, which will be discontinued next week. In this Part 1 of 2 episode compilation, I walk the curious through signing up for and attending a tria...

How to Improve from Suffering with Viktor Frankl's Tragic Optimism Approach | Foundations Friday 85 from 2023-03-03T11:47

Man's Search for Meaning is the most influential book I've read. We learn about Frankl's loss and suffering, but more impactfully, about how he maintained optimism and hope during his agony in t...

God and Gantt Charts - Expecting Trials in Life and Rewriting our Personal and Professional Scripts | KEV Talks #23 from 2023-02-28T11:15

Great sharing wise words from Father Mike of the @hallowap on dealing with Temptation in life. While Father Mike focused on how we approach temptation in our personal lives, I also took the mess...

How to Become a Mindful Warrior with Owner and Author Kim Colegrove | KEV Talks #22 from 2023-02-21T16:22

In this episode, Kim Colegrove and I talk about her growing up in Kansas City, how she learned Meditation at a young age, the loss of her husband David to suicide, and how she and Pause First Ac...

Where There is Simplicity, There is Efficiency | Foundations Friday 84 from 2023-02-17T11:51:32

I share my perspective on creating more efficiencies when we teach people core troubleshooting and problem-solving skills like the Founda...

Why Developing Core All-Hazards Planning Skills are more beneficial than using the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) | KEV Talks #21 from 2023-02-14T14:08

My thesis:

"Teaching Hospital and Healthcare personnel the skills and principles of All-Hazards Incident Management pay more positive dividends and develops more well-rounded response skil...

What to Do When Escalation is Not Enough | Foundations Friday 83 from 2023-02-10T14:55

I've found that I can raise an issue, whether asking for a critical decision, guidance, or awareness, that sometimes isn't enough. Sometimes, as Project or Program Managers, we can raise awarene...

How to Produce Powerful Product Solutions in Fintech with Canopy's Technical Product Manager Jillian Funes | KEV Talks #20 from 2023-02-07T12:04

In How to Produce Powerful Product Solutions with Jillian Funes, I was fortunate to speak with Jillian Funes, Technical Product Manager at Canopy Servicing. During our fun discussion, Jillian sh...

Training is Good, Practice is Better | Foundations Friday 82 from 2023-02-03T12:29

During my conversation with Chase O'Donnell, Chase mentioned she had extensive training. She also mentioned that the level of formal training she completed is not necessary for acting or comedy....

How to Break Into Comedy and Avoid Student Debt with Comedian Chase O'Donnell | KEV Talks #19 from 2023-01-30T20:15

Chase O'Donnell is hilarious, and her Instagram series of reels "If Musicals Were Real" is amazingly entertaining. Chase has been in "the biz" for quite some time. Chase grew up in a suburb of L...

Share Your Experience Before Your Opinion | Foundations Friday 81 from 2023-01-27T09:39

While walking this morning I listened to one of my favorite podcasts, Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman. This episode from Thursday, January 26, 2023, was part of the Rapid Response series and ...

How to Start Up a High Functioning Project Management Office with Katie McCullough, PMP, MHA | KEV Talks #18 from 2023-01-23T19:13

In this week’s episode, we’re lucky to have seasoned Information Technology and Healthcare leader Katie McCullough. During this episode, Katie shares her over 25 years of Healthcare and IT exper...

Are you Effective or Infective ? Leadership Lessons from Coach Prime | Foundations Friday 81 from 2023-01-20T08:01

Deion Sanders or "Prime Time" is one of the greatest Defensive Backs to ever play in the National Football League (NFL). In fact, he was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2011. In addition t...

Uncover the Civil War's Hidden Leadership Secrets with JD Baker of OMNA International | KEV Talks #17 from 2023-01-16T20:28

In November 2014, I was fortunate to meet JD Baker on the hallowed grounds of Gettysburg National Military Park. JD walked my fellow Public Safety and Incident Management Team (IMT) members and ...

Use 360 Feedback to Measure Your Effectiveness as a Leader | Foundations Friday 80 from 2023-01-13T00:00

Sharing the concept of 360-degree feedback as a way to gather objective and anonymous feedback from your teams. Then, you can use this feedback to do continuous improvement on yourself as a lead...

How to Achieve Effective and Avoid Ineffective Leadership Behaviors Based on Concepts from the United States Fire Administration (USFA) Type 3 Incident Management Team Training or O-305 course | KEV Talks #16 from 2023-01-12T15:41

Sharing the leadership principles from Unit 2 of the United States Fire Administration (USFA) Type 3 Incident Management Team Training or O-305 course.

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3 Life Lessons from my Alpha Dog Gringo | Foundations Friday 79 from 2023-01-06T08:16:50

On January 5, 2023, my wife and I decided to put our dog Gringo down. He fought a good fight against Lyme Disease and old age, but it was time. This is never easy. We've had to make this decisio...

How to Apply the 12 Project Management Principles from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) 7th Edition | KEV Talks #15 from 2023-01-03T12:49

In Practical Application of 12 Project Management Principles from the PMBOK 7th Edition, I share my $.02 on applying these helpful principles in the real world of Program and Project Management....

Start 2023 Strong with these 5 Supplements | Foundations Friday 78 from 2022-12-30T13:20

On this FF78 I’m going to share the top 5 supplements I take every day that I feel help me maintain good health and get better sleep.

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How I Improved my Mental and Physical Health in 2022 (and How YOU Can Too!) | KEV Talks #14 from 2022-12-26T15:40

In How You Can Apply 7 Key Life Lessons I Learned in 2022 I’m sharing 7 of the most impactful lessons I learned and helped teach myself in 2022. More importantly, I’m going to share how you can ...

2020 Summary Findings from a Study on the Health of our Emergency Responders | Foundations Friday 77 from 2022-12-23T12:44

Sharing the summary and focus areas to help improve the overall health of our Emergency Responders. The summary is from a 2020 CrewCare report by ImageTrend. It includes feedback from over 4,100...

How Rhonda Kelley and the All Clear Foundation are Building More Resilient Emergency Responders | KEV Talks #13 from 2022-12-19T21:39

On this episode of the KEV Talks Podcast (  @kevtalks ), Host Kevin Pannell and Rhonda Kelly, Executive Director of the ...

Lavender Oils for the Win (A Science-Backed Sleep Solution) | Foundations Friday 76 from 2022-12-16T13:12

In Lavender Oils for the Win (A Science-Backed Sleep Solution) I share the results of a 2015 scientific study. The study was conducted by Angela Smith Lillehei, Ph.D., Linda L. Halcón, Ph.D., MP...

How to Navigate the Top 7 Challenges Project Managers Faced in 2022 | KEV Talks #12 from 2022-12-14T17:49

Whether you're new to Project Management or a seasoned Senior PM leading program-level efforts, there are 7 challenges you will inevitably face. In this episode, I talk through these and provide...

Life is Full of Rewrites | Foundations Friday 75 from 2022-12-09T08:38

I'm going back through old blog posts from https://kevtalkspod.com and realizing how much better I am now at writing posts and recording podcast episodes th...

How to Improve Your Mental Health by Following the Principles from the Documentary"Stutz"| KEV Talks #11 from 2022-12-06T18:02

This episode is part film review of Stutz and a sharing of tools and techniques Jonah Hill and Phil Stutz provide the viewer in the documentary film of the same name.

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Agreements Are Not Enough in Public Safety - Action is Needed | Foundations Friday 74 from 2022-12-02T12:24

Sharing a synopsis of my LinkedIn and website posts that highlight how when jurisdictions make proclamations to do better after something bad happens that it's too late. Two key failures typical...

How to Transfer Your Experience from the Boardroom to the Classroom with Leader and Author Stephen Skripak | KEV Talks #10 from 2022-11-29T19:05

Are you working in the corporate world but wondering what it would be like to teach students at a major university? In this episode I have a great conversation with Leader, Author and my neighbo...

No-one Owes you - You Owe You | Foundations Friday 73 from 2022-11-27T18:40

"Noone owes you anything. You owe you." - Eric Thomas on the Order of Man podcast with Ryan Michler.

I listened to the Order of Man podcast episode from September 13, 2022 while I w...

Perspectives on Thankfulness from Nancy J. Carmody's Poem"I Am Thankful For"| KEV Talks #9 from 2022-11-23T11:55

Sharing a wonderful poem on thankfulness by Nancy J. Carmody.

• Read more at https://blog.gratefulness.me/gratitude-poems/

How to Learn Humility by Washing Someone's Feet | | Foundations Friday 72 from 2022-11-18T11:35

A Friday thought stream about:

• It's ok not to be original
• Re-package knowledge to help others
• "Wash other's feet" by humbling yourself

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How a Public Safety Leader Beat Addiction with CAPT Henry"Hank"Smith | KEV Talks #8 from 2022-11-14T13:56

In How a Public Safety Leader Beat Addiction with CAPT Henry "Hank" Smith | KEV Talks #8, my good friend Henry “Hank” Smith and I catch up a bit, share his background in the U.S. Military and Pu...

Veteran's Day 2022: The Oath of Enlistment from 2022-11-11T07:29

Sharing the Oath of Enlistment I and thousands of others have taken and some 2021 data about the current state of Veterans in the United States.

Source: Changing Face of Veterans in...

How to Keep Project Managers Engaged by Following Johann Hari's Principles from his Book Lost Connections | KEV Talks #7 from 2022-11-07T21:12

This year I read Johann Hari's book Lost Connections. I provides invaluable insight into environmental and clinical causes of depression. As I've done in the past, I found value for myself but a...

32 Positive Trends to Ponder | Foundations Friday 68 from 2022-11-03T00:00

Sharing 32 positive changes we should celebrate from Hans Rosling's book 'Factfulness: 10 Reasons We're Wro...

How Public Health, Healthcare and the U.S. as a Whole Can Improve our Outbreak Response | KEV Talks #6 from 2022-11-02T14:53

Re-visiting my article from April 2020 and sharing how I believe Public Health, Healthcare and the United States as a whole should move forward in a post-COVID Emergency Preparedness world. Prom...

Implementing the Power of"I will"and"I will not"statements | | Foundations Friday 71 from 2022-10-28T11:10

For 'Words Matter (The Power of "I will" and "I will not" statements)' I recorded in my garage gym this morning. On today's episode I'm sharing a mindset that I’ve worked to adopt recently from ...

How You Can Use the DARE Response to Conquer Your Fears | KEV Talks #5 from 2022-10-23T21:27

Anxiety sucks. Heart palpitations, weak legs, upset stomach and on and on. But, anxiety also presents an opportunity for us to unfu*k ourselves. To not let anxiety win. To change our mindset. To...

From Tactics to Strategy - Stepping Up from Project to Program Manager | Foundations Friday 70 from 2022-10-21T07:28

In From Tactics to Strategy: Stepping Up as a Program Manager I share advice I gave someone in the r/Project Management to a Project Man...

Poems from a Young U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman | KEV Talks #4 from 2022-10-16T15:09

A bit of a program change this week on Podcast Poetry: Reading Poems I wrote as a Young Hospital Corpsman as I share three poems I wrote in September of 1996. At the time I was a U.S. Navy Hospi...

Sometimes We Need a Lower Gear | Foundations Friday 69 from 2022-10-14T09:26

Being stuck in high gear at work and in our personal time can lead us down the road to burn out. On this Shifting Gears in Life: Sometimes we Need a Lower Gear I provide my two cents on the valu...

Exploring the Power of Religion, Spirituality and Faith | KEV Talks #3 from 2022-10-10T15:29

For episode 3.Gotta Have Faith I dig into the differences between faith, religion and spirituality and we’ll review 4 ways the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) says faith can help our ...

For Coaches and Parents in Youth Sports | Foundations Friday 68 from 2022-10-07T12:00

I've been a parent for almost 16 years and spent ~10 of those on the sidelines or on the field as a Coach for Youth Soccer, Flag and Tackle Football and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) kid's class. ...

How to Optimize Your Sleep | KEV Talks #2 from 2022-10-04T10:00

Sleep is critical for the mind, body and some say spirit to heal and maintain function. In this episode I'll help the listener understand the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insom...

Miracle of Human Life | Foundations Friday 67 from 2022-09-29T08:21

Sharing a quote and my $.02 from a great write up by Dr. Ali Binazir.

"So what's the probability of your being born? It's the probability of 2.5 million people getting together -- a...

Welcome to the KEV Talks Podcast | KEV Talks #1 from 2022-09-28T12:00

Over the past four years I've evolved not only as a person, but as a podcaster. In this re-introduction I'll take the listener on the way back machine and talk through the show's evolution from ...

Keep Going to be Successful | FF66 from 2022-09-23T12:14

Sharing insight from and reflection my my conversation with Dr. Tracey Marks in "Why Am I So Anxious with Dr. Tracey Marks | PPP111". In PPP111 Dr. Marks shares how she started posting online ar...

Welcome to the 'KEV Talks' Podcast - Teaser from 2022-09-23T04:02

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” - John D. Rockefeller

Join me here to hear the teaser for my new show, 'KEV Talks'. KEV Talks Podcast will feature compell...

Sharing Powerful Tools for Recognizing Anxiety and Restoring Your Peace with Dr. Tracey Marks | PPP #111 from 2022-09-18T06:15

Great conversation with Dr. Tracey Marks about her new book Why Am I So Anxious: Powerful Tools for Recognizing Anxiety and Restoring Your Peace.

Dr. Marks is a Psychiatrist, Auth...

My Review of the Book Mindfulness for Warriors by Kim Colegrove | PPP #110 from 2022-09-13T15:15

Sharing the top 5 most impactful lessons I took from Mindfulness for Warriors: Empowering First Responders to Reduces Stress and Build Resilience by Kim Colegrove, Author and Owner at Pause Firs...

Life is Like a Seasoned Skillet | FF65 from 2022-09-09T08:46:16

Just like we need to clean and season an iron skillet properly, so to do we need to work to maintain good mental health by processing and addressing past traumas. Give this short 'Foundations Fr...

My Most Powerful and Helpful Tools from Dr. Besel Van Der Kolk's book"The Body Keeps the Score"| PPP #109 from 2022-09-05T20:29

“The Body Keeps the Score” was a suggestion from the first Therapist I spoke to after my panic attack. This episode is my way of sharing Dr. Van Der Kolk’s fantastic work and how I think others ...

Teddy Atlas' View on How to Be More Resilient | FF64 from 2022-09-02T10:36

Inspired by Brett McKay's interview of Teddy Atlas on the 'Art of Manliness' podcast from May 16, 2022.

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How You Can Come Back Stronger | FF63 from 2022-08-26T09:01

Sometimes we’re in the bottom of a dark pit that seems hopeless. There is always hope. Let’s find it together and all come back stronger.

Yes, I'm Still Alive. Check In and Fall 2022 Preview | Bonus from 2022-08-16T08:08

Checking in to say “Thank You” and provide a quick preview of what’s the come for the ‘People, Process, Progress Podcast’ in Fall 2022.

I Needed to Take Time for Me. Hiatus Summer 2022 | Bonus from 2022-05-16T07:27

Taking a break for Summer 2022. Look forward to reconnecting in September 2022.

Stay safe. Wash your hands. Godspeed.

Challenge Assumptions | FF62 from 2022-05-06T08:38

Sharing helpful guidance from the book Managing Projects Large and Small on the value of challenging assumptions made early in a project.

Take Time to be Silent | FF61 from 2022-04-29T07:39

"Take Time to be Silent" - Inspired by a sermon at church where the Pastor challenged each of us to unplug for 30 minutes. Well worth it.

The Godzilla Principle | FF60 from 2022-04-22T08:33

In "The Godzilla Principle" I share the concept of the same name from Mark S. Dobson's book "Streetwise Project Management". 

Portfolios, Programs and Projects from 2022-04-15T07:30

'Portfolios Programs and Projects' is a quick reminder of the top down hierarchy between Portfolios (highest) Programs and Projects (lowest).

Portfolios, Programs and Projects | FF59 from 2022-04-15T07:30

'Portfolios Programs and Projects' is a quick reminder of the top down hierarchy between Portfolios (highest) Programs and Projects (lowest).

The Art of the SBAR from 2022-04-08T06:31

In 'The Art of the SBAR' I share the Situation Background Assessment Recommendation (SBAR = "ess-bar") to discuss issues with leaders.

The Art of the SBAR | FF58 from 2022-04-08T06:31

In 'The Art of the SBAR' I share the Situation Background Assessment Recommendation (SBAR = "ess-bar") to discuss issues with leaders.

The Shop and Show Progress from 2022-04-01T08:59

"Thank you!" for helping the 'People, Process, Progress' Podcast increase listens/downloads by 120% this month over last. Please support the show by visiting the store at peopleprocessprogress.c...

The Shop and Show Progress | Bonus from 2022-04-01T08:59

"Thank you!" for helping the 'People, Process, Progress' Podcast increase listens/downloads by 120% this month over last. Please support the show by visiting the store at peopleprocessprogress.c...

Optimize Your SEO from 2022-03-29T08:00

Sharing lessons I learned recently while optimizing my blog posts using the Yoast SEO plugin for the peopleprocessprogress.com website.

How to Optimize Your Website's SEO | PPP #108 from 2022-03-29T08:00

Sharing lessons I learned recently while optimizing my blog posts using the Yoast SEO plugin for the peopleprocessprogress.com website.

Foundations Friday 56: Don’t Sell Your Life Experience Short from 2022-03-25T09:34

Inspired by a stay at home mom that had been out of the workforce who I advised to think about how she could map her life experience as she considers getting into project management. Also some t...

Life Experience Matters from 2022-03-25T09:34

Inspired by a stay at home mom that had been out of the workforce who I advised to think about how she could map her life experience as she considers getting into project management. Also some t...

Life Experience Matters | FF56 from 2022-03-25T09:34

Inspired by a stay at home mom that had been out of the workforce who I advised to think about how she could map her life experience as she considers getting into project management. Also some t...

PPP107: Applying 7 Marine Corps Leadership Standards to Project Management from 2022-03-21T18:09:16

Sharing U.S. Marine Corps Officer standards as outlined by Gen. James Mattis (USMC, Ret.) in his book Call Sign Chaos and how we as Project Managers can apply them to our field.

Lessons from Call Sign Chaos from 2022-03-21T06:09

Sharing U.S. Marine Corps Officer standards as outlined by Gen. James Mattis (USMC, Ret.) in his book Call Sign Chaos and how we as Project Managers can apply them to our field.

Life Lessons I learned from Gen. James Mattis (USMC, Ret.) book"Call Sign Chaos"| PPP #107 from 2022-03-21T06:09

Sharing U.S. Marine Corps Officer standards as outlined by Gen. James Mattis (USMC, Ret.) in his book Call Sign Chaos and how we as Project Managers can apply them to our field.

Treating People Over Project from 2022-03-18T01:07

In EMS and Healthcare we are taught to not get tunnel vision by looking only at the monitor and not paying attention to our patient’s signs and symptoms. As Project and Program Managers we shoul...

Foundations Friday 55: Treat the People, Not the Project from 2022-03-18T01:07

In EMS and Healthcare we are taught to not get tunnel vision by looking only at the monitor and not paying attention to our patient’s signs and symptoms. As Project and Program Managers we shoul...

Treating People Over Project | FF55 from 2022-03-18T01:07

In EMS and Healthcare we are taught to not get tunnel vision by looking only at the monitor and not paying attention to our patient’s signs and symptoms. As Project and Program Managers we shoul...

PPP 106: Project Management Principles and Practical Application from 2022-03-14T08:02

We go chasing waterfalls in this one…Project Management Waterfall that is! Join me on this audio tour of Waterfall Project Management. Head over to the Listen

Learn Project Management Principles from 2022-03-14T08:02

We go chasing waterfalls in this one…Project Management Waterfall that is! Join me on this audio tour of Waterfall Project Management. Head over to the Listen

Listen to Learn the Foundations of Waterfall Project Management | PPP #106 from 2022-03-14T08:02

We go chasing waterfalls in this one…Project Management Waterfall, that is! Join me on this audio tour of Waterfall Project Management.

Key Focus Areas:

• Project Intake Listen

Foundations Friday 54: What Makes a Project? Let Us Count the Ways! from 2022-03-11T14:29:49

On this Foundations Friday 54 I share four key definitions from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and practical considerations that can help Program and Project Managers determine...

What Makes a Project? from 2022-03-11T02:29

On this Foundations Friday 54 I share four key definitions from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and practical considerations that can help Program and Project Managers determine...

What Makes a Project? | FF54 from 2022-03-11T02:29

On this Foundations Friday 54 I share four key definitions from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and practical considerations that can help Program and Project Managers determine...

Foundations Friday 53: Maybe It’s Time to Re-Charter Your Project from 2022-03-04T09:15

If your project or planning seem to be going off the rails or circumstances have changed quite a bit, maybe it’s time to pause and re-charter your project.

Time to Re-Charter Your Project? from 2022-03-04T09:15

If your project or planning seem to be going off the rails or circumstances have changed quite a bit, maybe it’s time to pause and re-charter your project.

Time to Re-Charter Your Project? | FF53 from 2022-03-04T09:15

If your project or planning seem to be going off the rails or circumstances have changed quite a bit, maybe it’s time to pause and re-charter your project.

Foundations Friday 52: If You Have Experience, Share It from 2022-02-25T08:50

A reminder for those of us that have some life and professional experience that we have opportunity to help others succeed and should pay it forward when we can.

Share Your Experience from 2022-02-25T08:50

A reminder for those of us that have some life and professional experience that we have opportunity to help others succeed and should pay it forward when we can.

Share Your Experience | FF52 from 2022-02-25T08:50

A reminder for those of us that have some life and professional experience that we have opportunity to help others succeed and should pay it forward when we can.

PPP105: Brief History of Yoga and The Benefits for Project Managers from 2022-02-23T22:17:29

Sharing a brief history of Yoga, how I've incorporated it into my regular exercise routine and my thoughts on the practical application of Yoga for Project Managers.

Yoga and Project Management from 2022-02-23T10:17

Sharing a brief history of Yoga, how I've incorporated it into my regular exercise routine and my thoughts on the practical application of Yoga for Project Managers.

Here are the Benefits of Yoga for Project Managers | PPP #105 from 2022-02-23T10:17

Sharing a brief history of Yoga, how I've incorporated it into my regular exercise routine and my thoughts on the practical application of Yoga for Project Managers.

Foundations Friday 51: If You Need a Rest, Take It from 2022-02-18T08:46:04

Sometimes we don't need to push through. Sometimes we need to take that leave, take a walk or take that nap and give our selves a break.

Need a Rest? Take It! | FF51 from 2022-02-18T08:46

Sometimes we don't need to push through. Sometimes we need to take that leave, take a walk or take that nap and give our selves a break.

Need a Rest? Take It! from 2022-02-18T08:46

Sometimes we don't need to push through. Sometimes we need to take that leave, take a walk or take that nap and give our selves a break.

PPP104: You Say Tomato, I Say Tabata from 2022-02-17T09:22:57

Sharing the history, benefits and some examples of the Tabata style workout invented by Dr. Izumi Tabata in the 1990s that still provides times saving and health improvement benefits in 2022.

Learn the Amazing Benefits of the 4 Minute Tabata-style Workout | PPP #104 from 2022-02-17T09:22

I am sharing the history, benefits, and some examples of the Tabata-style workout invented by Dr. Izumi Tabata in the 1990s that still provides times saving and health improvement benefits in 20...

You Say Tomato, I Say Tabata from 2022-02-17T09:22

Sharing the history, benefits and some examples of the Tabata style workout invented by Dr. Izumi Tabata in the 1990s that still provides times saving and health improvement benefits in 2022.

Watch Clouds in the Sky | FF50 from 2022-02-11T09:01

The other day I laid down on my driveway, soaked up some sun and watch the wind make the clouds dance across the sky. I highly recommend it.

Watch Clouds in the Sky from 2022-02-11T09:01

The other day I laid down on my driveway, soaked up some sun and watch the wind make the clouds dance across the sky. I highly recommend it.

Foundations Friday 50: Look Up and Watch the Clouds Dance Through the Sky from 2022-02-11T09:01

The other day I laid down on my driveway, soaked up some sun and watch the wind make the clouds dance across the sky. I highly recommend it.

PPP103: Set Your Fitness to DEFCON1 with MetCons from 2022-02-09T13:08:16

Sharing the background, benefits and some examples of metabolic conditioning or 'MetCon' style workouts.

Learn How to Burn More Calories with Metabolic Conditioning (MetCon) Style Workouts | PPP #103 from 2022-02-09T01:08

Sharing the background, benefits and some examples of metabolic conditioning or 'MetCon' style workouts.

Fitness to DEFCON1 with MetCons from 2022-02-09T01:08

Sharing the background, benefits and some examples of metabolic conditioning or 'MetCon' style workouts.

There Is No Box | FF49 from 2022-02-04T09:50

Sharing a great statement by Rear Admiral Thomas Richards, USN (Ret.) from Jocko Podcast 319 and my $.02 on how Project Managers, Incident Management Team members and First Responders can rememb...

There Is No Box from 2022-02-04T09:50

Sharing a great statement by Rear Admiral Thomas Richards, USN (Ret.) from Jocko Podcast 319 and my $.02 on how Project Managers, Incident Management Team members and First Responders can rememb...

Foundations Friday 49: There Is No Box from 2022-02-04T09:50

Sharing a great statement by Rear Admiral Thomas Richards, USN (Ret.) from Jocko Podcast 319 and my $.02 on how Project Managers, Incident Management Team members and First Responders can rememb...

Be Sure to Follow These 11 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Mat Rules | PPP #102 from 2022-01-31T05:12

Sharing the 11 'mat rules' as shown on a poster in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) gym I train in that can help new BJJ players get off on the right foot of their BJJ journey. The source for the l...

Mind the BJJ Mat Rules from 2022-01-31T05:12

Sharing the 11 'mat rules' as shown on a poster in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) gym I train in that can help new BJJ players get off on the right foot of their BJJ journey. Source for the list ...

PPP102: Mind the BJJ Mat Rules from 2022-01-31T05:12

Sharing the 11 'mat rules' as shown on a poster in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) gym I train in that can help new BJJ players get off on the right foot of their BJJ journey. Source for the list ...

Developing Human Beings| FF48 from 2022-01-28T10:25

Sharing the great statement from Micah Fink from Jocko Podcast 318 and my $.02 on how we can all get more into the business of developing our fellow human beings.

*Apologize for the...

Foundations Friday 48: We Have to Get Back Into the Business of Developing Human Beings from 2022-01-28T10:25

Sharing the great statement from Micah Fink from Jocko Podcast 318 and my $.02 on how we can all get more into the business of developing our fellow human beings.

*Apologize for the...

Developing Human Beings from 2022-01-28T10:25

Sharing the great statement from Micah Fink from Jocko Podcast 318 and my $.02 on how we can all get more into the business of developing our fellow human beings.

*Apologize for the...

Find Your Fitness"Why?"and Then Get Moving | PPP #101 from 2022-01-26T09:20

Originally aired on Nov 30, 2021 as part of my short-lived 'Up In The Morning' podcast and now part of the KEV Talks Podcast library. In the episode, I share regular exercise's physical and ment...

PPP101: Find Your Fitness"Why?" from 2022-01-26T09:20

Originally aired on Nov 30 2021 as part of my short lived 'Up In The Morning' podcast and now part of the 'People, Process, Progress' library. In the episode I share the physical and mental bene...

Find Your Fitness"Why?" from 2022-01-26T09:20

Originally aired on Nov 30 2021 as part of my short lived 'Up In The Morning' podcast and now part of the 'People, Process, Progress' library. In the episode I share the physical and mental bene...

PPP100: We Must Look Up from 2022-01-16T12:48:53

Sharing five impactful quotes from the movie 'Don't Look Up', my thoughts on this art imitating life and considerations for us all as we get into 2022.

5 Impactful Quotes from the Movie"Don't Look Up"| PPP #100 from 2022-01-16T12:48

Sharing five impactful quotes from the movie 'Don't Look Up', my thoughts on this art imitating life, and considerations for us all as we get into 2022.

We Must Look Up from 2022-01-16T12:48

Sharing five impactful quotes from the movie 'Don't Look Up', my thoughts on this art imitating life and considerations for us all as we get into 2022.

PPP99: Top 10 of 2021 from 2021-12-19T17:59:27

Sharing the 10 most downloaded episodes of 2021 and my favorite with a special message at the end. Thank you all and we'll see you in 2022!

Hear Clips from the Top 10 Most Listened to Episodes of 2021 | PPP #99 from 2021-12-19T05:59

Sharing the 10 most downloaded episodes of 2021 and my favorite with a special message at the end. Thank you all and we'll see you in 2022!

The Top 10 Episodes of 2021 from 2021-12-19T05:59

Sharing the 10 most downloaded episodes of 2021 and my favorite with a special message at the end. Thank you all and we'll see you in 2022!

Foundations Friday 47: Know When a Project Isn't a Project Anymore from 2021-12-17T09:09:52

Knowing when the projectized portion of a project or program is over is key to be able to reassign resources to the next effort on the organizations to do list.

When is it Not a Project Anymore? | FF47 from 2021-12-17T09:09

Knowing when the projectized portion of a project or program is over is key to be able to reassign resources to the next effort on the organizations to do list.

When is it Not a Project Anymore? from 2021-12-17T09:09

Knowing when the projectized portion of a project or program is over is key to be able to reassign resources to the next effort on the organizations to do list.

PPP98: Four Books Every Project Manager Should Read from 2021-12-13T16:56:16

Sharing lessons I learned from the books Killer Angels, Tribe, Extreme Ownership and Streetwise Project Management.

These are the 4 Books That Every PM Should Read | PPP #98 from 2021-12-13T04:56

Sharing lessons I learned from the books Killer Angels, Tribe, Extreme Ownership, and Streetwise Project Management.

• Book 1: Killer Angels by Michael Shaara
• Book 2: Tri...
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4 Books Every PM Should Read from 2021-12-13T04:56

Sharing lessons I learned from the books Killer Angels, Tribe, Extreme Ownership and Streetwise Project Management.

Foundations Friday 46: Staying at 30,000 Feet During Briefings from 2021-12-10T08:01:34

Sharing some tips on keeping briefings to the C-suite or large groups at a high level and not getting caught in the weeds.

Keep Briefings at 30k Feet | FF46 from 2021-12-10T08:01

Sharing some tips on keeping briefings to the C-suite or large groups at a high level and not getting caught in the weeds.

Keep Briefings at 30k Feet from 2021-12-10T08:01

Sharing some tips on keeping briefings to the C-suite or large groups at a high level and not getting caught in the weeds.

PPP97: Deploying a Heap Load of Devices Using the Foundational 5 from 2021-12-07T21:54:41

Do you have a project to deploy a 'heap load' of new stuff? Give this episode a listen to hear how I recently incorporated the 'Foundational 5' to successfully deploy almost 4,000 pieces of new ...

How to Deploy Over 3,500 Smart Devices Efficiently | PPP #97 from 2021-12-07T09:54

Do you have a project to deploy a 'heap load' of new stuff? Give this episode a listen to hear how I recently incorporated the 'Foundational 5' to successfully deploy almost 4,000 pieces of new ...

Deploying Devices Efficiently from 2021-12-07T09:54

Do you have a project to deploy a 'heap load' of new stuff? Give this episode a listen to hear how I recently incorporated the 'Foundational 5' to successfully deploy almost 4,000 pieces of new ...

Foundations Friday 45: Logistics Wins Wars (and Projects) from 2021-12-03T10:07:47

Sharing the importance of establishing a solid logistics train to move the things you worked so hard to configure and get them into the hands of the end users that need them.

Logistics Wins Wars (and Projects) | FF45 from 2021-12-03T10:07

Sharing the importance of establishing a solid logistics train to move the things you worked so hard to configure and get them into the hands of the end users that need them.

Logistics Wins Wars (and Projects) from 2021-12-03T10:07

Sharing the importance of establishing a solid logistics train to move the things you worked so hard to configure and get them into the hands of the end users that need them.

PPP96: Fitness and Jiu Jitsu on the 'Up In The Morning' Podcast from 2021-11-30T10:50:49

Sharing information about my new podcast 'Up In The Morning' that will focus on fitness, Jiu Jitsu and overall healthy progress in life.

The 'Up In The Morning' Podcast | Bonus from 2021-11-30T10:50

The 'Up In The Morning' Podcast from 2021-11-30T10:50

Sharing information about my new podcast 'Up In The Morning' that will focus on fitness, Jiu Jitsu and overall healthy progress in life.

Remember Project Managers, It's Not REALLY Your Project | PPP #95 from 2021-11-21T05:06

This episode was inspired by re-listening Jocko Podcast 98 with Dr. Jordan B. Peterson. In the episode, Jocko, Echo (good evening), and Dr. Peterson discuss the importance of self-evaluation bef...

We Must Seek Hardship | FF44 from 2021-11-19T08:38

If we actively seek the tough assignment, the harder workout or the more difficult roll in Jiu Jitsu we will come out the other side more prepared for the hardships in our personal and professio...

Change a Life, Not Just the Game | FF43 from 2021-11-12T06:44

Expanding on the quote hanging in the Jiu Jitsu gym I train in “A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life”

Welcome to Murder Yoga - Quick Tips for the New Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Player | PPP #94 from 2021-11-07T08:00

Sharing some quick tips to help brand new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) trainees enjoy the first steps into the BJJ world.

Foundations Friday 42: It's Not A Calculated Risk If You Haven't Calculated It from 2021-11-05T09:38:27

The title reflects insight from Naved Abdali and perfectly captures that we cannot consider risks if we don't take time to calculate them. In this episode I share some practical tips on how to eval...

You Have to Calculate the Risk | FF42 from 2021-11-05T09:38

The title reflects insight from Naved Abdali and perfectly captures that we cannot consider risks if we don't take time to calculate them. In this episode I share some practical tips on how to eval...

You Have to Calculate the Risk from 2021-11-05T09:38

The title reflects insight from Naved Abdali and perfectly captures that we cannot consider risks if we don't take time to calculate them. In this episode I share some practical tips on how to eval...

How to Build an Effective Project Intake Process | PPP #93 from 2021-11-01T05:11

In this episode I expand on the three key elements of defining the need, initiating the request and approving the project I believe are essential for setting up projects, organizations and peopl...

Pick the Right Tool for the Job | FF41 from 2021-10-29T02:34

PPP92: The Successful Project Manager with Donna Gregorio from 2021-10-24T20:44:54

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the impor...

How to Become Irreplaceable as a Project Manager with Donna Gregorio, PMP | PPP #92 from 2021-10-24T08:44

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the im...

Interview with Donna Gregorio from 2021-10-24T08:44

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the impor...

Become Irreplaceable - Not Irrelevant | FF40 from 2021-10-22T08:32

Sharing a concept from veteran Project Manager Donna Gregorio and aut...

The Practical Benefits of Playing Video Games for Project Managers | PPP #91 from 2021-10-17T05:32

Video games are fun. They can also help us build build or enhance some of our Project Management skills. Check out this episode to hear more about history of video games, Project Management's us...

Be Your Own First Responder | FF39 from 2021-10-15T08:59

There’s a benefit in knowing how to respond to traumas, fires and other emergencies in this world. This is particularly true if you are a parent. As Mr. Jitsu says, your kids will break the glas...

Sharing the Power of Kindness from my 10 Year Old Son | PPP #90 from 2021-10-12T04:47

Sharing a writing from my 10 year old on how we, adults and kids, can be kind, how being kind is hard and why it's a good thing to be kind to others.

Your Team Sees You | FF38 from 2021-10-08T08:15

Whether we’re leading a project, coaching kids on a sports team or the Section Chief for a special event, we as leaders need to always remember that our team sees us. It’s up to us to provide th...

How to Make a More Attractive Resume | PPP #89 from 2021-10-07T11:15

Sharing the combined four decades of my and my wife's professional experience and guidance from industry leaders on how to make your resume stand out and stay evergreen in 2021.

Hearts Aren’t Always Red | FF37 from 2021-09-30T09:05

How my Wife and I Made it To 20 Years of Marriage (and How You Can Too!) | PPP #88 from 2021-09-26T08:06

Sharing 10 things (5 from my wife, 5 from me) we felt helped us make through the first 20 years of our marriage.

Brighten Someone Else’s Day Today | FF36 from 2021-09-24T08:18

Inspired by a beautiful sunrise, cool mountain air and a quote from Jhiess Krieg. Through little things we can help make someone else stay better and intern our own.

Just Start Dancing | FF35 from 2021-09-17T06:43

Sharing my two cents on a key tenant my wife and I have practiced and are now two decades of marriage.

These are the Key Components of A Home or Garage Gym | PPP #87 from 2021-09-13T06:47

In addition to the myriad of body weight exercises, in this episode I share 5 items that are accessible, relatively cheap and mostly mobile that will help you kick off your home exercise journey...

Embracing"Good"by Jocko Willink | FF34 from 2021-09-10T09:03

Sharing how Jocko Willink's "Good" helps frame my mindset during hard times and how we can all benefit from accepting hardship and looking for the "Good" that comes from it.

Foundations Friday 34: Embracing"Good"by Jocko Willink from 2021-09-10T09:03

Sharing how Jocko Willink's "Good" helps frame my mindset during hard times and how we can all benefit from accepting hardship and looking for the "Good" that comes from it.

Embracing"Good"by Jocko Willink from 2021-09-10T09:03

Sharing how Jocko Willink's "Good" helps frame my mindset during hard times and how we can all benefit from accepting hardship and looking for the "Good" that comes from it.

How America Made it to and Established the Labor Day Holiday | PPP #86 from 2021-09-06T04:24

A poem to pay homage to all that contributed to America and the hardships that lead us to Labor Day.

To Push or Pull Communications? | FF33 from 2021-09-03T09:45

When considering our communications strategies we should think about what we want to push to people, what we want to set up as a pull of information that people can go to and look at how we are ...

How to Plan for and Execute Effective Communication Plans | PPP #85 from 2021-08-29T12:30

Finishing out the 'Foundational 5' series with a definition of 'communication', importance of vertical and horizontal comms, the C.U.D.C. concept, active listening tips and guidance for IMTs and...

People - Our Most Valuable Resource | FF32 from 2021-08-27T08:59

Reminders of the concepts of resource Kinds, Types and CSALTT for resource ordering. Resources to help U.S. Military families and our Afghan allies. Taps to honor the fallen.

Best Practices to Request and Coordinate Resources | PPP #84 from 2021-08-23T05:46

Sharing tips on how to effectively request, coordinate, care for and release resources for Incident Management Teams (IMT), Project Teams and more!

Logistics Makes Things Happen | FF31 from 2021-08-20T06:48

Without the logistical planning for stuff, facilities and transportation, none of our plans can be realized.

How to Create an Effective Team Organizational Structure | PPP#83 from 2021-08-16T12:29

Whether functional, geographic based or a combination of both, pulling together a working organizational structure is key to meet program objectives and ensure alignment with leader's intent.

How to Create SMART Objectives | FF30 from 2021-08-13T05:03

Providing SMART Objectives is critical for teams to be able to plan tactics to achieve them.

Learn to Create S.M.A.R.T. Objectives for Safer and More Effective Projects and Responses | PPP #82 from 2021-08-08T07:23

Sharing background, guidance and tips to create S.M.A.R.T. objectives for response, special events or projects

How to Provide Leader's Intent by Providing the Task, Purpose, and End State | FF29 from 2021-08-06T08:36

Pulling out three key elements of Leaders Intent from NWCG discussed in PPP81.

Here's How to Give and Receive Leader's Intent | PPP #81 from 2021-08-01T03:29

From Commander's Intent in the U.S. Military to Leader's Intent applied by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group and Lean teams, this first of the 'Foundational Five' is the key to setting te...

What Is Your Kryptonite? | FF28 from 2021-07-30T08:38

Just as Superman faces his enemies when they have his weakness kryptonite as a weapon, we as normal people can face our own weaknesses every day.

What Hiking a Mile High Can Teach Project Managers | PPP #80 from 2021-07-25T09:55

Sharing 5 lessons learned from a family trip to Mt. Rogers, Virginia that can be applied to the professional world.

We Must Make Time to Disconnect | FF27 from 2021-07-23T08:24

The benefits of getting into nature and disconnecting from work and technology for a bit are many. In this week’s episode I share my feedback on my opportunity to have done just that.

Leverage Differences in Your Team | FF26 from 2021-07-16T02:28

Our children, our fire engine crews and our project teams are filled with people that have various strengths. As leaders we have opportunity to leverage the best in each of these people and buil...

Let them Grow Up Some More | FF25 from 2021-07-08T11:32

Inspired by the movie “Glory”. Sometimes as parents and as project managers we need to let our people face a little bit of adversity so they can come out better on the other side.

Learning to Anticipate Project Chaos by way of the"Butterfly Effect"| PPP #79 from 2021-07-06T07:11

We can follow a process and plan all day long, but we cannot control all the variables. So let's embrace the "Butterfly Effect" and lessen the impact of potential disaster in the later stages of...

Don’t Sugarcoat the Briefing | FF24 from 2021-07-02T12:39

Whether you are briefing a team to go into the field or a project team that’s deploying new software, let them know up front the reality of the situations they may face.

Here's How to Survive as a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu White Belt | PPP #78 from 2021-06-27T07:53

Using the 'Foundational Five' structure to share intent, objectives, organization, resources and communications to help brand new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) intro students through BJJ White Belts...

Foundations Friday 23: Set the P.A.C.E. for Your Project from 2021-06-25T09:02:39

Contingency planning is important for projects, special events and even in our personal lives. The (P)rimary (A)lternate (C)ontingency (E)mergency is a great methodology to follow.

P.A.C.E. Planning for Your Project | FF23 from 2021-06-25T09:02

P.A.C.E. Planning for Your Project from 2021-06-25T09:02

Contingency planning is important for projects, special events and even in our personal lives. The (P)rimary (A)lternate (C)ontingency (E)mergency is a great methodology to follow.

Emotional Intelligence Trumps Data | FF22 from 2021-06-18T06:49

As leaders we should always be aware of the emotional health of our team. This will always be more important than data points and tasks.

Help the New People | FF21 from 2021-06-11T10:37

Inspired from a recent Jiu Jitsu session as I helped some brand new folks learn about frames and shrimping, but also thinking about how we can help our teammates on projects and public safety re...

Improvise - Overcome - Adapt | FF20 from 2021-06-04T08:31

Sharing inspiration from the Netflix show 'High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America' and how we as Project Managers need to keep our plans and planning dynamic just as A...

The Long Weekend in May - A Brief History of Memorial Day | PPP #77 from 2021-05-30T03:58

Sharing the devastating loss of life of American Servicemen and Servicewomen and some advancements that came from the terribleness of war. Pause and remember them on May 31, 2021 at 1500. Godspe...

Give Your Attention | FF19 from 2021-05-28T08:28

Sharing a sentiment from Simon Sinek's 'Leader's Eat Last' about the importance of giving our attention and being present, not locked into the world of our smartphones.

Salvation is Real | FF18 from 2021-05-21T08:33

With some inspiration from The Cranberries I share my $.02 on our ability to look at how we can create salvation for our spiritual, physical and mental selves.

How to Grow a Successful Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gym and Culture with Andrew Smith and Daniel Frank | PPP #76 from 2021-05-16T05:26

Have you ever wondered how best to apply a choke while "Man Eater" by Hall and Oates is playing in the background? Then this episode and the book 'The Wit and Wisdom of the Little Gym that Could...

Manage the Change or the Change Will Manage You | FF17 from 2021-05-14T10:18

Sharing considerations for leaders and teams who are making changes to systems and processes in their organizations

Optimize Your People's Time | FF16 from 2021-05-07T08:52

Sharing quick tips on leveraging existing time reserved with our teams and how to help relieve the pressure for our folks who have been "on" so much over the past year.

Compromise is Key | FF15 from 2021-04-30T09:05

Compromise has benefited me in both my personal and professional life and I think it's an attribute we should all consider as we make our way through life.

PPP75: Project Managers are the Ronin of the Business World from 2021-04-27T19:09:51

Like wandering Ronin move from mission to mission, Project Managers move from project to project. Listen to hear the 5 ways I feel Project Managers can leverage this regular movement between teams.

How Project Managers can Embrace the Ronin-Like Lifestyle in Business | PPP #75 from 2021-04-27T07:09

Sharing how sometimes Project Managers can feel like the Ronin of feudal Japan. That is to say, like masterless experts moving from project to project.

Project Managers are Like Ronin from 2021-04-27T07:09

That .2% Matters | FF14 from 2021-04-23T06:47

If we hit 99.8% of our goal, that's great. But what impact does the .2% we miss have on our people and organizations?

Snippets and Lessons Learned from My First Six Podcast Interviews | PPP #74 from 2021-04-18T06:00

Taking the listeners down memory lane as I share snippets from the early days of my podcasting career.

Adversity Breeds Strength | FF13 from 2021-04-16T09:04

Tough times call for tough people. Over the past year or so we've all had opportunity to sharpen ourselves through adversity.

How We Can Move from Crisis to Calm with Debra Woog | PPP #73 from 2021-04-11T07:50

Sharing Debra Woog's (like "Vogue") over 30 years of experience as a leadership researcher, executive, advisor and now "Crisis Navigation Partner" as the Founder of Connect 2.

Make Every Friday Good Friday | FF12 from 2021-04-02T12:48

Thinking on Friday traditions from Christianity, Judaism and the Muslim faiths as well as Remember Everyone Deployed (RED) Friday.

This is How the United States Can Re-Build Public Health Operational Competence | PPP #72 from 2021-03-28T06:25

Sharing the "Foundational 5" for how Public Health and America as a whole can be more prepared for the next pandemic.

Every Morning is a Miracle | FF11 from 2021-03-26T09:17

Sharing a bit of Hal Elrod's inspiring story and the S.A.V.E.R.S. actions from his book "The Miracle Morning". Also check out the Miracle Morning movie on Amazon.com.

PPP71: Kipling's "If" for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Players from 2021-03-22T13:03:40

Yes, it's another of my re-interpretations of Rudyard Kipling's masterpiece "If", with focus on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Players.

An Adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's"If"for Jiu Jitsu Practitioners | PPP #71 from 2021-03-22T01:03

Yes, it's another of my re-interpretations of Rudyard Kipling's masterpiece "If", with focus on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Players.

Yes, You Can! | FF10 from 2021-03-19T10:49

Wishing the Hoyt family Godspeed in this "Foundations Friday 10: Yes You Can!" as Dick Hoyt passed away in March 2019.

Sometimes We Need to Peer Into the Darkness to Appreciate the Light | PPP #70 from 2021-03-14T03:32

Sharing ways those exposed to death while serving in the Military or Public Safety can appreciate the light. Thankful for Jocko Podcast.

Don't Forget to Breathe | FF09 from 2021-03-12T02:53

I got a reminder via an email from the Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood website run by Nic Gregoriades with a great reminder of the importance of breathing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. As we know, taking a brea...

Applying Jordan Peterson's"12 Rules for Life"to the Project Manager Profession | PPP #69 from 2021-03-07T06:59

In this episode I share the "12 Rules for Life" from Jordan B. Peterson's book "12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos" and apply the principals from each to the Project Management world.

Foundations Friday 08: Tribute to a Teammate from 2021-03-05T08:13:36

Remembering my former Incident Management Team teammate Capt. Don Lambert by sharing Paul Harvey's "What is a Policeman?"

Tribute to a Teammate from 2021-03-05T08:13

Remembering my former Incident Management Team teammate Capt. Don Lambert by sharing Paul Harvey's "What is a Policeman?"

Tribute to a Teammate | FF08 from 2021-03-05T08:13

Sometimes"No"Is the Best Answer | FF07 from 2021-02-26T07:50

It's easy for leaders to get caught in a loop of rolling up their sleeves and constantly helping their teams through difficulty, but this isn't always the best way to empower their growth.

How We Can Align the Six Sigma DMAIC and the Planning"P"Processes | PPP #68 from 2021-02-25T08:04

I dusted off a LinkedIn article I wrote in November 2017 comparing the Six Sigma DMAIC methodology and the All-Hazards Planning "P" process. 

Do the Thing | FF06 from 2021-02-19T08:23

Sharing inspiration from "West No More" that follows Ben Jenkins and Aaron Klass along a couple hundred miles of the Colorado Trail. 

Foundations Friday 05: Request Resources Early and Often from 2021-02-12T12:33:42

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it’s actually a great leadership quality. In this super short Foundations Friday episode I share my $.02 on how to ask for help before risks become issues.

Request Resources Early and Often from 2021-02-12T12:33

I share my $.02 on how to ask for help before risks become issues. In other words, "Request resources early and often."

Request Resources Early and Often | FF05 from 2021-02-12T12:33

I share my $.02 on how to ask for help before risks become issues. In other words, "Request resources early and often."

How Home Gyms Help Develop Healthy Kids | PPP #67 from 2021-02-08T09:17

My 14 year old son and I respond to a listener request for exercise ideas. My son shares a message for teenagers on the benefits of exercise.

Foundations Friday 04: Put Up Your Mental Frames from 2021-02-05T15:24

Sharing the correlation between the strength of frames as support structures, the importance of frames in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and how we can all set our mental frames to make it through each day.

Put Up Your Mental Frames from 2021-02-05T03:24

I share the correlation between the strength of physical frames in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and mental frames that help us during hardship.

Put Up Your Mental Frames | FF04 from 2021-02-05T03:24

I share the correlation between the strength of physical frames in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and mental frames that help us during hardship.

Foundations Friday 03: Coaching is not Consulting from 2021-01-29T17:00:31

Sharing knowledge from Lee Ann Pond and my $.02 from PPP66 on the importance of guiding leaders to solutions instead of giving them the answers

Coaching is not Consulting from 2021-01-29T05:00

This was a great nugget of knowledge from Lee Ann Pond that, "Coaching is not consulting". Hear more in episode 66.

Coaching is not Consulting | FF03 from 2021-01-29T05:00

This was a great nugget of knowledge from Lee Ann Pond that, "Coaching is not consulting". Hear more in episode 66.

PPP66: Engaging Leadership with Lee Ann Pond from 2021-01-25T20:04:50

During this conversation we learn more about Lee Ann Pond's time in the "C" suite as a Chief Administrative Officer, the uncertainty of becoming an entrepreneur and her path to becoming an Author

Interview with Author Lee Ann Pond from 2021-01-25T08:04

During this conversation we learn more about Lee Ann Pond's time in the "C" suite as a Chief Administrative Officer, the uncertainty of becoming an entrepreneur and her path to becoming an Author

Practical Leadership Skills for Engaging Your Employees with Lee Ann Pond | PPP #66 from 2021-01-25T08:04

Throughout our discussion, we delve into Lee Ann Pond's experience as a Chief Administrative Officer, the challenges of venturing into entrepreneurship, and her journey toward becoming the autho...

PPP Bonus: MLK 2021 -"Now Let Us Maintain Unity" from 2021-01-18T12:22:47

Paying homage by sharing some of Dr. King's words from his last speech "I've Been to the Mountaintop" that are pertinent to America in 2021

MLK Day 2021 from 2021-01-18T12:22

Paying homage by sharing some of Dr. King's words from his last speech "I've Been to the Mountaintop" that are pertinent to America in 2021

MLK Day 2021 | Bonus from 2021-01-18T12:22

Paying homage by sharing some of Dr. King's words from his last speech "I've Been to the Mountaintop" that are pertinent to America in 2021

Metrics Matter - People Matter More | FF02 from 2021-01-14T10:11

Sharing how people are the critical factor behind the data reporting and situational reports for planned events, no notice incidents and projects in the private sector

PPP65: Reclaiming Your Genius Zone with Anna Liebel from 2021-01-13T06:21:22

In this international edition of the show I connect with Anna Liebel, Personal Motivator and Development Strategist based out of Iceland who shares how she helps individuals, teams and organization...

Interview with Mindshifter Anna Liebel from 2021-01-13T06:21

In this international edition of the show I connect with Anna Liebel, Personal Motivator and Development Strategist based out of Iceland who shares how she helps individuals, teams and organization...

How You Can Reclaim Your Genius Zone with Mindshifter Anna Liebel | PPP #65 from 2021-01-13T06:21

In this international edition of the show, I connect with Anna Liebel, Personal Motivator and Development Strategist based out of Iceland, who shares how she helps individuals, teams, and organi...

Lessons from the January 2021 Capitol Chaos | PPP Bonus from 2021-01-10T12:14

In this bonus episode I’ll share my observations as a former Planning Section Chief on the January 2021 U.S. Capitol Chaos.

Kick off 20221 by Winning the War Within | PPP #64 from 2021-01-03T04:53

I provide a brief on the first four concepts (and chapters) from Extreme Ownership in the section called...drumroll....Winning the War Within.

PPP63: We Made It Through 2020, Let's Get After It 2021! from 2020-12-21T15:07:07

Sharing my thanks, some show data, how I leveraged opportunity in the middle of hardship in 2020 and my $.02 on how we can all make progress in 2021. Godspeed, Kevin

Let's Get After It 2021! from 2020-12-21T03:07

Sharing my thanks, some show data, how I leveraged opportunity in the middle of hardship in 2020 and my $.02 on how we can all make progress in 2021. Godspeed, Kevin

In Hardship there Is Opportunity - Let's Get After It 2021! | PPP #63 from 2020-12-21T03:07

Sharing my thanks, some show data, how I leveraged opportunity in the middle of hardship in 2020, and my $.02 on how we can all make progress in 2021. Godspeed, Kevin

5 Tips to Achieve the BJJ Blue Belt from 2020-12-13T11:31

I share my experience from the past couple of years as I worked to earn my Blue Belt in the grappling art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)

I Just Got my Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Blue Belt - Here's How You Can Too! | PPP #62 from 2020-12-13T11:31

I share my experience from the past couple of years as I worked to earn my Blue Belt in the grappling art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ).

PPP62: My 5 Tips to Achieve the BJJ Blue Belt from 2020-12-13T11:31

I share my experience from the past couple of years as I worked to earn my Blue Belt in the grappling art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ)

Ways We Can Still be Thankful in 2020 | PPP #61 from 2020-11-26T11:01

This year has been one the likes of which most of us have never seen but one that we can each remember and be thankful for each other and those around us. Godspeed to you all, Kevin

Transitioning Leadership Skills from the British Army to Emergency Medical Service with Rob Lawrence | PPP #60 from 2020-11-24T06:15

From the United Kingdom to the United States, Rob Lawrence is an internationally recognized leader in the EMS industry, a friend and mentor to me. Don't miss this episode to hear nuggets of Rob'...

Escalation in Projects Is a Tool, Not a"4 Letter Word"| PPP #59 from 2020-11-22T02:06

I share escalation tips with reference to some tools found in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) 6th Edition.

PPP58: "If" for U.S. Military Veterans from 2020-11-11T19:11

Another of my versions of Rudyard Kipling's "If" with appreciation and focus on U.S. Military Veterans

My Adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's"If"for U.S. Military Veterans | PPP #58 from 2020-11-11T07:11

Another of my versions of Rudyard Kipling's "If" with appreciation and focus on U.S. Military Veterans.

How Practicing Stoicism can Lead to a Better Life with Anderson Silver | PPP #57 from 2020-11-05T12:33

"Are you living the life you want to live?" - In this episode I discuss stoicism with Author and Podcast Host Anderson Silver. 

Become a More Effective Father by Following the Foundational 5 | PPP #56 from 2020-10-31T12:57

Sharing leader's intent, objectives, organization, resources, and communication tools I've learned as a Dad of 14 years.

How U.S. Navy Dive School Drownpoofing Taught Me to Better Deal with Adversity | PPP #55 from 2020-10-20T08:45

Sharing an analogy from completing the "drown proofing" portion at U.S. Navy Dive School to facing challenges in 2020 and an update on my October Sober journey.

How Incident Management Team Members and Project Managers Can Follow the Noble Viking Virtue | PPP #54 from 2020-10-14T03:49

Sharing how IMT members and PMs can apply Courage, Truth, Honor, Fidelity, Discipline, Hospitality, Industriousness, Self-Reliance, and Perseverance to fieldwork and in the board room.

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We Should be Driven by Facts Not Fear | Foundations Friday #1 from 2020-10-09T06:37

Sharing the need for all of us to make decisions based on facts, not fear-mongering and misinformation. Remember Everyone Deployed.

PPP53: You're a Project Manager and You Don't Know It Yet from 2020-10-04T19:53

Sharing how I mapped my skills as a Local Health Emergency Coordinator, EMS Planning Captain and Planning Section Chief to the traditional Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Know...

How to Transition from Public Safety to Project Management | PPP #53 from 2020-10-04T05:53

In How to Transition from Public Safety to Project Management I share how I mapped my skills as a Local Health Emergency Coordinator, EMS Planning Captain and Planning Section Chief to the tradi...

The Effectiveness of P.O.S.T. Planning for Incident and Project Managers | PPP #52 from 2020-09-27T10:38

Sharing some knowledge from Larry C. Miller, Chief Deputy, LA County Fire (retired), about using the P.O.S.T. planning process for All-Hazards Incident Management and the parallels to Project Ma...

Jocko Willink and Leif Babin's 4 Laws of Combat for Project Managers | PPP #51 from 2020-09-17T07:48

Talking through the parallel universes of Jocko Willink and Leif Babin's 4 laws of combat, my "Foundational 4" and my $.02 on 4 key Project Management foundations.

How I Would Build My Project Management Superteam | PPP #50 from 2020-09-07T02:59

This one was fun as I shared what I think are parallels between Marvel's Avengers members to key Information Technology project team positions.

Let's Honor Chadwick Boseman Together - Wakanda Forever! | PPP #49 from 2020-09-01T08:25

A reflection on the value of comic books, cancer's wicked impact and honoring Chadwick Boseman as a fellow human and the Black Panther.

PPP48: The Power of Exercises for Life and Preparedness from 2020-08-27T17:41:05

Back to school week is always a challenge. Exercising the morning routine with your kids can be helpful. Realistically exercising scenarios with emergency and incident management partners is crit...

Exercise for Life (and Preparedness) from 2020-08-27T05:41

In this episode, "Exercise for Life (and Preparedness" I re-visit my LinkedIn article from just before the 2018/2019 school year. 

Why Practical Exercises are Critical | PPP #48 from 2020-08-27T05:41

The back-to-school week is always a challenge. Exercising the morning routine with your kids can be helpful. Realistically exercising scenarios with emergency and incident management partners is...

How to Apply the 5 Special Operations Forces Truths to Incident Management Team Members | PPP #47 from 2020-08-20T09:04

Sharing parallels of the 5 SOF Truths from the program "Special Forces - The Fight Against Terror" to the All-Hazards Incident Management world.

Be the Man (or Woman) in the Arena - A Reflection on President Roosevelt's 1910 Speech | PPP #46 from 2020-08-13T06:20

Sharing the iconic speech delivered by President Theodore Roosevelt in April 1910 and its application to modern Project Managers.

How to Balance Book (Blue Pill) Guidelines with Real World (Red Pill) Application - Take the Purple Pill | PPP #45 from 2020-08-06T12:33

PMs should take the "purple pill". Balance the book blue pill with the real-world red pill when leading project teams.

PPP44: We Shouldn't Judge What We Don't Understand from 2020-08-01T14:52

My thoughts from the road on the pitfalls of Police being judged by people who have never worked the streets and sharing my affirmation and belief in Police after attending a great friend's retirem...

If Not in Public Safety, We Shouldn't Judge What We Don't Understand | PPP #44 from 2020-08-01T02:52

I share insight as a former Firefighter and EMS Captain into some of the types of situations Police Officers are put into everyday. 

We Shouldn't Judge What We Don't Understand from 2020-08-01T02:52

I share insight as a former Firefighter and EMS Captain into some of the types of situations Police Officers are put into everyday. 

Sharing Insights from July 2020 Episodes | PPP #43 from 2020-07-30T08:55

I summarize key points from 'People, Process, Progress' episodes 37 through 42. Thank you all for listening, sharing, and subscribing.

How to be Crisis Ready and Crisis Confident with Global Security Executive Andrew Owlett | PPP #42 from 2020-07-29T09:05

Andrew Owlett shares his experiences as a First Responder, his transition into Emergency and Crisis Management, and how Databulb can provide data-driven risk and crisis management planning solut...

Applying Self Assurance for Project Managers from the StrengthsFinder 2.0 tool from Don Clifton | PPP #41 from 2020-07-23T06:39

I stress the importance of self-assurance for Project Managers based on the recommendations for self-assured people in StrengthsFinder 2.0.

PPP40: Foundational 5 Tips for Starting a Podcast from 2020-07-17T18:14:32

Want to start your own podcast? In this episode I share the "Why?' to consider, objectives to be set, show organization considerations, resources needed and communication methodologies to get start...

Follow These 5 Tips to Launch a Successful Podcast | PPP #40 from 2020-07-17T06:14

I provide a guide on how to start a podcast using the 'Foundational Five' talked about on this show.

1. Determine your Leader's Intent as the show host
2. Establish S.M.A.R.T. Objec...
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Let's Start a Podcast! from 2020-07-17T06:14

Let's Start a Podcast!

PPP39: Ellen Kullman's 4 Crisis Principles and the Foundational Four from 2020-07-14T16:37:48

I share my thoughts on the parallels between the 4 Crisis Principles Ellen Kullman shared on the Masters of Scale podcast to my concept of the "Foundational Four" areas to begin team and organizati...

How to Apply Ellen Kullman's 4 Crisis Principles to Projects | PPP #39 from 2020-07-14T04:37

Sharing Ellen Kullman's 'Crisis Principles' as she explained them on the 'Masters of Scale' podcast hosted by Reid Hoffman and how Project Managers can apply them to their organization.

Ellen Kullman's 4 Crisis Principles from 2020-07-14T04:37

Ellen Kullman's 4 Crisis Principles

Don't Just Follow, Write Your Own Narrative | PPP #38 from 2020-07-09T02:44

Don’t hate just because someone tells you to. Don’t vote for someone just because someone tries to guilt you into doing it. We all need to breathe, have a day at the beach, and treat each other ...

An Adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's"If"for 2020 America | PPP #37 from 2020-07-03T12:48

I adapted Kipling's "If" again, focusing on 2020 America and our collective road back.

PPP37: Ours Will be the Example - Kipling's "If" for 2020 America from 2020-07-03T12:48

I adapted Kipling's "If" again, but this time with focus on 2020 America and our collective road back

PPP36: June 2020 Wrap Up from 2020-06-30T21:16:37

Quick synopsis of episodes 25 through 35 covering my interview with Eric Canfield, Crisis Intervention Team Training (CIT) and a bunch of Project Management stuff.

Top Moments from June 2020 Episodes | PPP #36 from 2020-06-30T09:16

Quick synopsis of episodes 25 through 35 covering my interview with Eric Canfield, Crisis Intervention Team Training (CIT), and some Project Management stuff.

How to Close a Project Well | PPP #35 from 2020-06-28T06:05

Part 5 and the final in the series, where I walk the listener through the parallels between the seven Closing tasks from the PMP exam and the work Emergency Managers and Incident Management Team...

Effective Tools and Techniques to Monitor Project Progress | PPP #34 from 2020-06-28T06:04

Part 4 in the series, where I compare the parallels between the seven Monitoring and Controlling tasks from the PMP exam with the daily work Emergency Managers and Incident Management Teams do.

Forming Tasks from Objectives to Execute a Project | PPP #33 from 2020-06-28T06:03

Part 3 in the series is where I contrast the parallels between the seven Executing tasks from the PMP exam with the work Emergency Managers and Incident Management Teams do every day.

Bringing Partners Together for the Planning Phase of a Project | PPP #32 from 2020-06-28T06:02

Part 2 in the series is where I compare the parallels between the thirteen Planning tasks from the PMP exam with the work Emergency Managers and Incident Management Teams do daily.

How to Initiate a Project Now that It's Approved | PPP #31 from 2020-06-28T06:00

We are kicking off Part 1 in a 5-part series paralleling phases from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) to the Emergency Management world. In this first episode, we cover the eight...

Follow These 7 Patterns to be a Highly Efficient Project Manager | PPP #30 from 2020-06-22T05:16

My spin on Stephen R. Covey's great work "7 Patterns for Highly Effective People" with emphasis on application to Project Managers.

Fellow Fathers - Join Me in this 2020 Father's Day Message | PPP #29 from 2020-06-21T09:42

I am sharing a Father's Day 2020 message based on my 13 years of parenting experience and how we can raise good humans.

A Father's Day 2020 Message from 2020-06-21T09:42

Sharing a Father's Day 2020 message based on my 13 years of parenting experience and sharing how we can raise good humans.

PPP29: Raise Good Humans - A Father's Day 2020 Message from 2020-06-21T09:42

My $.02 on what it's like being a Father so far in 2020

PPP28: A Snapshot of American Progress from Emancipation to Juneteenth from 2020-06-19T11:15:15

Resources from this episode were:

• "Blackish" show information: https://abc.com/shows/blackish
• Emancipation Proclamation from History.com: https://www.history.com/topics/ame...
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Come with Me on America's Journey from Emancipation to Juneteenth | PPP #28 from 2020-06-19T11:15

A high-level overview of the timeline between President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation through the freeing of enslaved people on "Juneteenth."

From Emancipation to Juneteenth from 2020-06-19T11:15

High level overview of the timeline between President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation through the freeing of slaves on "Juneteenth".

Let's Climb Tuckman's Ladder Together and Improve 2020 America | PPP #27 from 2020-06-17T06:00

I am comparing stages from Tuckman's Ladder of Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing to the state of 2020 America.

PPP26: Overview of Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training – It’s Not the Fix Some Think It Is from 2020-06-09T16:49

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training is for Police, Behavioral Health workers and community members. It is not a fix all, it is another methodology to deescalate situations where someone is in c...

Here is the Reality of What Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training Provides | PPP #26 from 2020-06-09T04:49

I am sharing critical points from the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training, which I completed alongside the Police as an EMS Captain. CIT trains all Public Safety personnel should be able to ...

PPP25: Climbing to New Heights with Eric Canfield from 2020-06-04T09:02:35

Eric Canfield has lived a very interesting life and still does. In this episode Eric and I discuss his evolution in martial arts following the "warrior's way", how he climbs 400' towers on a reg...

Learn What It's Like to Climb 400 Foot Towers and Battle Lyme's Disease with Eric Canfield | PPP #25 from 2020-06-04T09:02

During our conversation, Eric and I discuss his journey in martial arts and MMA fighting, what it's like to climb 400' regularly, and his efforts with the non-profit Lyme Warrior to find a cure ...

Climbing High with Eric Canfield from 2020-06-04T09:02

In 'Climbing High with Eric Canfield' 's we hear about 400' towers, the Lyme Warrior charity and Eric's work to create sustainable farms.

Listen to the Best Episodes from May 2020 | PPP #24 from 2020-05-30T03:45

Sharing highlights from the May 2020 episodes (19, 20, 21, 22 & 23) with my $.02 and guests Peoplelogic.ai CEO Matt Schmidt and Jill Grumbine, BSN, RN.

PPP23: A Phased Approach to Hospital and Healthcare Emergency Preparedness from 2020-05-28T21:19

I go through the Normal Operations, Increased Readiness, Response and Recovery phases Hospital and Healthcare emergency preparedness professionals can apply

This is How America Can Improve Its Hospital and Healthcare Emergency Preparedness | PPP #23 from 2020-05-28T09:19

I go through the Normal Operations, Increased Readiness, Response, and Recovery phases Hospital and Healthcare emergency preparedness professionals can use. It should reference to prepare for an...

Hospital and Healthcare Emergency Preparedness from 2020-05-28T09:19

I go through the Normal Operations, Increased Readiness, Response and Recovery phases Hospital and Healthcare emergency preparedness professionals can use to prepare for and respond to emergenci...

Here is a Breakdown of the New 2021 PMP Exam Domains | PPP #22 from 2020-05-21T05:29

I love the 2021 PMP Exam Changes the Project Management Institute (PMI) has made to the focus areas of the PMP exam. In this episode, I provide an overview of the new 2021 PMP exam domains and m...

Gain Insight into Public Health Nursing with Jill Grumbine, RN | PPP #21 from 2020-05-15T12:18

In 'Gain Insight into Public Health Nursing with Jill Grumbine, RN, ' Jill and I discuss Public Health Nursing, disease investigation, and the use of ICS in Public Health.

People-Centered Leadership with Peoplelogic.ai CEO Matt Schmidt | PPP #20 from 2020-05-07T05:45

In "People-Centered Leadership with Peoplelogic.ai CEO Matt Schmidt / PPP #20" we hear about how Peoplelogic.ai Founder & CEO Matt Schmidt grew up in North Carolina, helped start a company w...

These are the 7 Key Things Project Managers Need to Know | PPP #19 from 2020-05-03T02:33

Paralleling the steps to start a fire as outlined in the book 'Stuff Guys Need to Know' by Author John Hunt. Of course, it has my spin on 'Stuff Project Managers Need to Know.'

PPP18: The Mann Gulch Fire, Pandemics and Progress from 2020-04-30T17:27

Running from or chasing a wildfire is similar to trying to avoid or stop a pandemic from spreading.  In this episode I provide a brief overview of an article from www.wildfiretoday.com called, "...

How to Public Health and Healthcare Can Apply Lessons from The Mann Gulch Fire Tragedy to COVID-19 Response | PPP #18 from 2020-04-30T05:27

Overview and suggested actions to take after reading the article "How the Mann Gulch Fire became part of the conversation about COVID-19".

Lessons From the Mann Gulch Fire from 2020-04-30T05:27

Overview and suggested actions to take after reading the article "How the Mann Gulch Fire became part of the conversation about COVID-19".

This is How Project Managers Can Employ Wildland Fire Leadership Principles | PPP #17 from 2020-04-18T11:27

Wildland Leadership for Project Managers? You bet! Applying principles from the NWCG PMS 494-2 leadership manual to Project Management.

PPP16: The Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) for After Action Reporting from 2020-04-09T20:44

I share a quick review of the HSEEP AAR/IP process and importance of gathering strengths and areas for improvement on a regular basis

The Meat and Potatoes of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program | PPP #16 from 2020-04-09T08:44

Overview of the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) standard for creating and evaluating exercises.

PPP15: A Review of the 15 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Capabilities from 2020-04-04T15:18

How we could have and still can apply good collaborative planning to the CDC's 15 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Capabilities

PPP15: Pandemic Planning and Response Is Not New - A Review of the 15 PHEP Capabilities from 2020-04-04T15:18

How we could have and still can apply good collaborative planning to the CDC's 15 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Capabilities

How America Can Meet the Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (PHEP) Capability Standards | PPP #15 from 2020-04-04T03:18

I am distilling the 15 Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (PHEP) Capabilities into easy-to-follow and actionable steps.

Actioning the 15 PHEP Capabilities from 2020-04-04T03:18

Distilling down the 15 Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (PHEP) Capabilities into easy to follow and actionable steps.

A Perspective on the COVID-19 Response from a Former Public Health Emergency Coordinator | PPP #14 from 2020-03-29T11:43

In 'Early Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic, ' I share lessons learned from my perspective as a former Public Health Emergency Coordinator.

Early Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic from 2020-03-29T11:43

In 'Early Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic' I share lessons learned from my perspective as a former Public Health Emergency Coordinator.

PPP14: COVID-19 - Lessons Learned as of May 2020 from 2020-03-29T11:43

Sharing some lessons learned and tips as we all work through COVID-19 response operations.

• Consider how you'll provide virtual emergency operations center (EOC) support
• Con...
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A Tactical Planning Template for COVID-19 Testing Sites | PPP #13 from 2020-03-22T04:37

In this short bonus episode, I walk the listener through how to set up COVID testing sites following the Public Health Planning "P" I created.

How to Transition to Effective Teleworking in 2020 | PPP #12 from 2020-03-19T12:23

In 'How to Work Remotely,' I share tools and tips that helped me transition from the cubicle to my home office in 2019.

This is How Public Health Started in the United States | PPP #11 from 2020-03-16T05:56

In 'America's Public Health History,' I walk the listener through how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) started. 

PPP10: International Women’s Day 2020 with My Wife and IT Leader Wendi Pannell from 2020-03-09T05:38

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2020 with one of the most powerful women I know, my wife Wendi Pannell #IWD2020 #EachforEqual #internationalwomensday #internationalwomensday2020 #peopleproces...

Come Celebrate International Women's Day 2020 with My Wife Wendi Pannell and Me | PPP #10 from 2020-03-09T05:38

In 'Each for Equal with Wendi Pannell,' I celebrate International Women's Day 2020 with one of the most powerful women I know, my wife, Wendi Pannell.

Each for Equal with Wendi Pannell from 2020-03-09T05:38

In 'Each for Equal with Wendi Pannell' I celebrate International Women’s Day 2020 with one of the most powerful women I know, my wife Wendi Pannell.

PPP09: A Brief History of the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps from 2020-03-02T07:48

The United States Navy Hospital Corps has provided over 121 years of selfless service to Sailors and Marines around the world and through peace time and at war.  In this episode I share my histo...

A Brief History of my Beloved U.S. Navy Hospital Corps | PPP #9 from 2020-03-02T07:48

In A Brief History of my Beloved U.S. Navy Hospital Corps | PPP #9 I honor the history and sacrifice of my alma mater, the United States Navy Hospital Corps.

Corpsman Up! from 2020-03-02T07:48

In 'Corpsman up!' I honor the history and sacrifice of the my alma mater, the United States Navy Hospital Corps.

Learn hot to Create and Grow a Successfull Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gym with Black Belt Andrew Smith of Revolution BJJ | PPP #8 from 2020-02-25T05:00

In this episode, we hear about Andrew's journey to Black Belt, starting a BJJ school, and bjjpath.com.

How to Conduct an Effective Project After Action Review | PPP #7 from 2020-02-22T12:05

In 'Project and Life Lessons Learned,' I share my $.02 on following the K.I.S.S. principle and share sample lessons learned survey questions.

Building an Efficient Mission Impossible Project Team | PPP #6 from 2020-02-14T07:00

In 'Mission Impossible of Project Teams', I share correlations with the movie of the same name and the journey project teams take together.

PPP05: Yours Is to Help the Special Event or Disaster - Kipling's "If" for Planning Section Chiefs from 2020-02-11T17:34

An adaptation of Kipling's "If" sharing experiences faced by All-Hazards Planning Section Chiefs

Another Adaptation of Kipling's"If"for Planning Section Chiefs from 2020-02-11T05:34

A re-interpretations of Rudyard Kipling's masterpiece "If", with focus on All-Hazards Planning Section Chiefs.

PPP04: Yours Is Leadership - Kipling's "If" Adapted for Project Managers from 2020-02-08T07:39

An adaptation of Kipling's "If" with focus on the challenges faced by Project Managers #projectmanagement #leadership

PPP04: Rudyard Kipling's"If"Adapted for Project Managers from 2020-02-08T07:39

An adaptation of Kipling's "If" with focus on the challenges faced by Project Managers #projectmanagement #leadership

My Adaptation of Kipling's"If"for Project Managers from 2020-02-08T07:39

An adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's "If" with focus on the challenges faced by Project Managers and inspiration from Kipling's great work.

"If"for Project Managers from 2020-02-08T07:39

An adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's "If" with focus on the challenges faced by Project Managers and inspiration from Kipling's great work.

PPP03: Consider the Conscripts on Your Project Teams from 2020-02-05T06:33

My $.02 and thoughts from the road on turning conscripts into teammates. #projectmanagement #team #leadership

How to Lead the Conscripts on Your Project Teams | PPP #3 from 2020-02-05T06:33

I talk the listener through how we can help team members that were "voluntold" to be on our teams to become enthusiastic members of the team.

Conscripts on Project Teams from 2020-02-05T06:33

I talk the listener through how we can help team members that were "voluntold" to be on our teams to become enthusiastic members of the team.

A Grappling History from Kushti and Pankration to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) | PPP #2 from 2020-02-01T05:00

My 'Brief History of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu' sharing the origins from ancient grappling to Japan on to Brazil and the art I know and love today.

PPP01: Welcome to the 'People, Process, Progress' Podcast with Kevin Pannell, PMP from 2020-01-13T14:31

A brief note about me, Kevin Pannell and the origin and focus of the 'People, Process, Progress' podcast

Welcome to the 'People, Process, Progress' Podcast | PPP #1 from 2020-01-13T02:31

Keeping people at the forefront of the planning process is key. Kevin Pannell, PMP and his guests share their planning and response experiences and processes to help the listeners make progress....

The 'People, Process, Progress' Podcast from 2020-01-13T02:31

Sharing the "Why" of the 'People, Process, Progress' Podcast in the premier episode with Creator and Host Kevin Pannell, PMP.

Saying"Goodbye"to the Between the Slides Podcast - Say Hello to the People, Process, Progress Podcast | BTS #46 from 2019-12-31T04:47

Sharing my farewell to my first podcast and the transition to and concept of the 'People, Process, Progress' podcast.

BTS EP45: Honoring the Fallen - Line of Duty Death (LODD) Service Planning from 2019-11-19T16:45

In this episode I share what I think are best practices from my own experiences and based on conversations around the topic with some of my friends and colleagues about planning for the death of ou...

How to Get Through Planning Line of Duty Death (LODD) Services | BTS #45 from 2019-11-19T04:45

In this episode I share what I think are best practices from my own experiences and based on conversations around the topic with some of my friends and colleagues about planning for the death of...

Best Practices in Mass Dispensing Operations Planning | BTS #44 from 2019-11-09T04:39

Sharing lessons learned from my time having to prepare to provide a 10 day supply of medication to over 300,000 residents within 48 hours as a Public Health Emergency Coordinator.

Follow these Vital Personal Preparedness Tips | BTS #43 from 2019-11-05T04:36

In this episode I share the health and medical focused tips learned over a decade in Public Health and Emergency Management.

BTS EP42: Walking Through the TEEX MGT 404: Sports and Special Event Management Course from 2019-10-30T16:34

How to practically apply principals from the Texas A&M Engineering Extension (TEEX) MGT 404: Sports and Special Event Management course. *Don't be too comfortable with your planned events.

Key Elements to Safe and Efficient Sports and Special Event Management Planning | BTS #42 from 2019-10-30T04:34

How to practically apply principals from the Texas A&M Engineering Extension (TEEX) MGT 404: Sports and Special Event Management course. *Don't be too comfortable with your planned events.

BTS EP41: 12 Immutable Laws of Project Management from 2019-10-23T16:32

My take on Michael S. Dobson's 12 laws mentioned in his book, "Streetwise Project Management".

Apply These 12 Immutable Laws of Project Management | BTS #41 from 2019-10-23T04:32

My take on Michael S. Dobson's 12 laws mentioned in his book, "Streetwise Project Management".

BTS EP40: Worst Case Scenarios Happen - The Critical Importance of Contingency Planning from 2019-10-16T16:31

Contingency planning and table topping possible worst case scenarios should happen for every planned event. Here are some ways to do it.

How to Create Effective Contingency Plans | BTS #40 from 2019-10-16T04:31

Contingency planning and table topping possible worst case scenarios should happen for every planned event. Here are some ways to do it.

BTS EP39: If It's Not Documented, It Didn't Happen - The Importance of the All-Hazards Documentation Unit from 2019-10-08T16:29

Documents aren't sexy, but they're critical to keep in order and archived. "If it isn't documented, it didn't happen"

Setting Up and Leading an Efficient All-Hazards Documentation Unit | BTS #39 from 2019-10-08T04:29

Documents aren't sexy, but they're critical to keep in order and archived. "If it isn't documented, it didn't happen"

BTS EP38: Preparation and Recovery from a Colonoscopy from 2019-09-27T16:27

In this episode I share some tips on preparing for one of those screening tools, the colonoscopy. SPOILER: It's not fun...but it's worth it.

Why You Should Get a Colonoscopy and How to Prepare for It | BTS #38 from 2019-09-27T04:27

In this episode I share some tips on preparing for one of those screening tools, the colonoscopy. SPOILER: It's not fun...but it's worth it.

BTS BONUS: The Prosci ADKAR Principles for Projects and Incident Management Teams from 2019-09-19T16:25

Trying to pay forward the knowledge I gained from the Prosci Change Management course for Project Managers and members of All-Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT) members.

Sharing the Basics of the Prosci Change Management Program from 2019-09-19T04:25

Trying to pay forward the knowledge I gained from the Prosci Change Management course for Project Managers and members of All-Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT) members.

How to Lead an Effective Initial Public Safety Response | BTS #37 from 2019-09-16T04:22

My pal Rob is back and we share how to work the "leg" of the Planning "P" for special event planning and incident response.

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BTS EP36: My Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Year One from 2019-09-08T16:21

In this episode I share my progress against my list from Episode 16: Foundational Four for BJJ White Belts and the realities I faced throughout my first full year as a BJJ player.

I Survived My First Year of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (And How You Can Too!) | BTS #36 from 2019-09-08T04:21

In this episode, I share my progress against my list from Episode 16: Foundational Four for BJJ White Belts and the realities I faced throughout my first full year as a BJJ player.

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How to"Be Like Water"and Stay Fluid as a Project Manager| BTS #35 from 2019-08-30T04:19

In this episode, I share my $.02 on Bruce Lee's famous 'Be Like Water' statement about his philosophy on adaptability and times of breaking through barriers, like water.

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BTS BONUS: Decentralizing, Ebola and Project Charters from 2019-08-17T16:18

A brief summary of my latest blog post comparing Jocko Willink and Leif Babin’s “4 Laws of Combat” with the “Foundational 4” of all-hazards incident management and my $.02 of project management fou...

Thoughts from the Road: Decentralized Command, Ebola and Project Charters (Oh My!) from 2019-08-17T04:18

A brief summary of my latest blog post comparing Jocko Willink and Leif Babin’s “4 Laws of Combat” with the “Foundational 4” of all-hazards incident management and my $.02 of project management ...

BTS EP34-B: Updates from the 2019 EMS Trend Report from 2019-08-13T16:16

Many of the same issues from the 2018 EMS Trend Report. Here I talk about the differences and some of the ongoing issues in the EMS profession.

Why Employee Recruitment and Retention Still Plagues Emergency Medical Services | BTS #34b from 2019-08-13T04:16

Many of the same issues are from the 2018 EMS Trend Report. Here I talk about the differences and the ongoing problems in the EMS profession.

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Lessons Learned from the 2018 EMS Trend Report | BTS #34a from 2019-08-09T04:13

In this episode, I provide my perspective on issues raised in the 2018 EMS Trend Report and how I've seen these issues firsthand as a field provider and EMS Planning Captain.

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Managing Complex Incidents and Special Events using Incident Command System 400 Skills | BTS #33 from 2019-07-28T04:11

Picking up from my last ICS episode in October 2018, I share tips to succeed in the ICS 400 course and apply the principles in the real world.

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A Fresh Look at 10 Things That Require Zero Talent from 2019-07-25T04:08

This show idea came from one of my social media feeds. I added my $.02 for free on how we can all succeed at these things.

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BTS EP32: Establishing Professional Standards for Volunteer Firefighters from 2019-07-21T16:05

Volunteer Firefighters should set high standards for themselves. On this show I share how my Chiefs set great examples and how I did my best to follow them.

How to Maintain Professional Level Skills as a Volunteer Firefighter | BTS #32 from 2019-07-21T04:05

Volunteer Firefighters should set high standards for themselves. On this show I share how my Chiefs set great examples and how I did my best to follow them.

BTS EP31: Air Operations with Mike Phibbs from 2019-07-11T16:03

My pal and teammate Mike and I talk about drone deployments for Law Enforcement and working as an Air Operations Branch Director.

BTS EP31: Air Operations and Drone Deployment with Mike Phibbs from 2019-07-11T16:03

My pal and teammate Mike and I talk about drone deployments for Law Enforcement and working as an Air Operations Branch Director.

How to Effectively Plan and Coordinate Public Safety Air Operations Branch with Mike Phipps | BTS #31 from 2019-07-11T04:03

My pal and teammate Mike and I talk about drone deployments for Law Enforcement and working as an Air Operations Branch Director.

BTS EP30: Creating a Culture of Leadership with Ben Rogers from 2019-07-03T15:57

Great talk with my realtor, friend and a "coach of coaches", Ben Rogers - Ben Rogers' contact information: Office: 804.249.2809 | Cell: 804.512.0438 | Email: brogers@gohtr.com

Learn why Average Sits on the Bench with Ben Rogers BTS #30 from 2019-07-03T03:57

Great talk with my realtor, friend and a "coach of coaches", Ben Rogers - Ben Rogers' contact information: Office: 804.249.2809 | Cell: 804.512.0438 | Email: brogers@gohtr.com

BTS EP29: From Suicidal to Saving Others with Ben Gomes from 2019-06-30T15:53

A frank discussion about suicide in First Responders and how they can work through it and receive help.

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How to Work Through Mental Health Crisis and then Help Others with Ben Gomes | BTS #29 from 2019-06-30T03:53

A frank discussion about suicide in First Responders and how they can work through it and receive help.

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BTS EP28: We Have a Situation! - From Line Firefighter to IMT Leader with Rob from 2019-06-24T15:45

Great discussions about Fire Service and Incident Management Team (IMT) progression with my friend and teammate Rob.

How to Work Your Way Up from Line Firefighter to Incident Management Team Leader | BTS #28 from 2019-06-24T03:45

Great discussions about Fire Service and Incident Management Team (IMT) progression with my friend and teammate Rob.

BTS EP27: History of the Incident Command System (ICS) from 2019-06-21T15:42

Sharing the development of ICS from World War 2 elements through today.

A History of the Incident Command System from World War 2 through the 9/11 Attacks | BTS #27 from 2019-06-21T03:42

Sharing the development of ICS from World War 2 elements through today.

BTS EP26: Lessons Learned from My First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Tournament from 2019-05-02T15:41

I lost both matches in my first BJJ tournament. I learned a ton. Here I share those lessons with listeners.

How to Prepare for and Survive Your First Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Tournament | BTS #26 from 2019-05-02T03:41

I lost both matches in my first BJJ tournament. I learned a ton. Here I share those lessons with listeners.

BTS EP25: Running an Effective Medical Unit from 2019-04-11T15:38

The Medical Unit Leader is the IMT's Corpsman (Hooyah Navy!). Here are key elements for MEDLs to consider before, during and after deployment.

BTS EP25: "And then what?" - Running an Effective Medical Unit from 2019-04-11T15:38

The Medical Unit Leader is the IMT's Corpsman (Hooyah Navy!). Here are key elements for MEDLs to consider before, during and after deployment.

Best Practices in Setting Up and Running an All-Hazards Medical Unit | BTS #25 from 2019-04-11T03:38

The Medical Unit Leader is the IMT's Corpsman (Hooyah Navy!). Here are key elements for MEDLs to consider before, during and after deployment.

BTS EP24: All-Hazards Incident Management Boot Camp from 2019-04-05T15:36

A review of the one day version of the week long O-305 IMT course I created and taught it to Local, State and Private sector organizations

BTS EP24: A One Hour All-Hazards Incident Management Boot Camp from 2019-04-05T15:36

A review of the one day version of the week long O-305 IMT course I created and taught it to Local, State and Private sector organizations

This Is How I Enabled Local, State and Private Sector Organizations to Respond Effectively | BTS #24 from 2019-04-05T03:36

A review of the one day version of the week long O-305 IMT course I created and taught it to Local, State and Private sector organizations

BTS EP23: Garage Gyms Improve Deployment Readiness and Mental Health from 2019-03-31T15:33

My garage gym saved my life and helped me be more ready for IMT deployments. Here's how I think exercise can help you and your teammates.

How Being Physically Fit Makes You a Better Incident Management Team Responder | BTS #23 from 2019-03-31T03:33

Taking care of yourself physically helps you be better prepared mentally. In this episode, I share how members of Incident Management Teams (IMT) should exercise and do health checks to stay rea...

BTS EP22: Key Elements of Project Charters from 2019-03-26T15:31

Project charters can help lay the groundwork for a successful project. Here are the document elements and processes that I think should lead to the creation of a charter.

Do This to Create Effective Project Charters | BTS #22 from 2019-03-26T03:31

Some key elements should be in every project charter. In this episode, I share these elements and how to create them to help get your project on track early.

BTS EP21: 5 Tips for the L962: All-Hazards Planning Section Chief Course from 2019-03-19T15:29

I shared how the Planning Section Chief (PSC) is a critical keeper of the planning process, tips for the course and more importantly how to be a good PSC in real life.

BTS EP21: 5 Tips for the L962: All-Hazards Position Specific Planning Section Chief Course from 2019-03-19T15:29

I shared how the Planning Section Chief (PSC) is a critical keeper of the planning process, tips for the course and more importantly how to be a good PSC in real life.

Planning Section Chief Course from 2019-03-19T03:29

In 'Planning Section Chief Course' I walk the listener through the main outline of the FEMA L962: All-Hazards Position Specific Planning Section Chief course. I then provide my advice on the pra...

How to Succeed in the All-Hazards Planning Section Chief Course | BTS #21 from 2019-03-19T03:29

In 'Planning Section Chief Course' I walk the listener through the main outline of the FEMA L962: All-Hazards Position Specific Planning Section Chief course. I then provide my advice on the pra...

BTS EP20: My Two Cents on Student and Instructor Etiquette from 2019-03-14T15:27

Students have an obligation to pay attention. Instructors have an obligation to teach and lead. Here's my $.02 on how to make progress for both.

Consider these Best Practices for Student and Instructor Etiquette | BTS #20 from 2019-03-14T03:27

I share my $.02 on how both students and instructors can get the most out of their time together.

BTS EP19: From Intern to Sworn with Trevor from 2019-03-01T15:25

Great talk with my friend Trevor on his journey from incident management team (IMT) intern to credentialed Planning Section Chief and Police Officer

From Intern to LEO with Trevor from 2019-03-01T03:25

'Intern to LEO with Trevor' is an interview with my friend Trevor who worked his way from IMT Intern to Police Officer.

How My Friend Trevor Made the Transition from Intern to Police Officer | BTS #19 from 2019-03-01T03:25

'Intern to LEO with Trevor' is an interview with my friend Trevor who worked his way from Incident Management Team Intern to Police Officer.

BTS EP18: Project Manager Taskbooks from 2019-02-10T15:08

To be credentialed on an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT) you have to have a "taskbook" signed off through observation and practical application. What if Project Managers did too?

BTS EP18: What if Project Managers had Taskbooks? from 2019-02-10T15:08

To be credentialed on an All-Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT) you have to have a "taskbook" signed off through observation and practical application. What if Project Managers did too?

Project Manager Taskbooks from 2019-02-10T03:08

In 'Project Manager Taskbooks' I share the credentialing process that does exist in the All-Hazards Incident Management world. 

The Value of using Task Books to Develop Qualified Project Managers | BTS #18 from 2019-02-10T03:08

I share the credentialing process that does exist in the All-Hazards Incident Management world. 

BTS BONUS: Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) in Texas from 2019-02-05T15:23

Sharing an unfortunate incident but best practice by Texas State Troopers applying the Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)

BTS BONUS: A Great Example of Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) in Texas from 2019-02-05T15:23

Sharing an unfortunate incident but best practice by Texas State Troopers applying the Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care in Texas from 2019-02-05T03:23

'TECC in Texas' - Short episode sharing great work by a Texas State Trooper in applying the Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) concepts.

BTS EP17: Providing Accountability as the Resource Unit Leader (RESL) from 2019-02-01T14:59

Sharing best practices in standing up the Resource Unit to provide accountability and improve safety for no-notice incidents or planned events

Resource Unit Leader Tips from 2019-02-01T02:59

In 'Resource Unit Leader Tips' I share my experience and education standing up the Resource Unit for incidents and events.

BTS EP16: My Foundational Four for Being a BJJ White Belt from 2019-01-10T14:57

Sharing how the 'Foundational Four' apply to everything, even being a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) white belt

Surviving as a BJJ White Belt from 2019-01-10T02:57

'Surviving as a BJJ White Belt' has objectives, organization, resources and communication tools to survive as a BJJ White Belt.

BTS EP15: The Foundational Four for Creating a Superhero Group from 2019-01-04T14:56

Sharing how the 'Foundational Four' apply to everything, even creating a team of superheroes

BTS EP14: My Transition from Incident Management to Project Management from 2019-01-04T14:52

Sharing the parallels between the roles of All-Hazards Planning Section Chiefs and Project Managers

Create a Superhero Group! from 2019-01-04T02:56

In this short, but fun episode I share what objectives, organization, resources and communication I would use to create a superhero group.

From Plans Chief to Project Manager from 2019-01-04T02:52

From Plans Chief to Project Manager highlights the parallels between All-Hazards Planning Section Chiefs and Project Managers.

BTS EP13: 2018 Show Summary from 2018-12-23T14:49

End of year 2018 well wishes and summary of the previous 10 full podcast episodes (First was an intro)

2018 Show Summary from 2018-12-23T02:49

End of year 2018 well wishes and summary of the previous 10 full podcast episodes.

BTS EP11: Guidance on Passing the PMP Exam from 2018-12-03T14:47

In this episode I share how I was able to pass the PMP exam on my first try through many practice questions, skimming over the PMBOK and writing out the PMP Knowledge Area table

Passing the PMP Exam from 2018-12-03T02:47

Listen to this episode and read my quick tips to succeed at passing the PMP exam and achieving the internationally recognized PMP credential.

BTS EP10: Leadership Lessons from the Battle of Gettysburg from 2018-11-21T14:46

Sharing lessons learned from the Battle of Gettysburg that apply to Incident Management, Emergency Management and Project Management leaders of today

BTS EP10: Leadership Lessons from Gettysburg and Beyond from 2018-11-21T02:46

Sharing lessons learned from the Battle of Gettysburg that apply to Incident Management, Emergency Management and Project Management leaders of today.

Lessons from the Battle of Gettysburg from 2018-11-21T02:46

Sharing lessons learned from the Battle of Gettysburg that apply to Incident Management and Project Management leaders of today.

BTS EP09: Veteran's Day 2018 from 2018-11-11T12:58

A message to my fellow Veterans

Veteran's Day 2018 from 2018-11-11T12:58

A message to my fellow Veterans on Veteran's Day 2018

BTS EP8: Putting Together an Active Threat/Shooter Response Training Program from 2018-11-05T14:42

Sharing how colleagues and I trained over 1,000 First Responders in active threat/shooter response that included 911 Dispatchers, Police, Fire and EMS personnel

Active Threat Response Program from 2018-11-05T02:42

I share practices that worked well creating an Active Threat Response Program that helped train over 1,000 Public Safety personnel.

BTS EP7: Law Enforcement's Resistance to the Incident Command System (ICS) with Mike Snawder from 2018-10-29T12:48

My good friend shares his over 24 years of Law Enforcement experience, insight into resistance to ICS and how he embraced All-Hazards Incident Management to make special event planning and incident...

LEO Resistance to ICS with Mike Snawder from 2018-10-29T12:48

Mike Snawder shares his over 24 years of Law Enforcement experience and insight into why he's seen resistance to ICS in Law Enforcement.

BTS EP6: Type 3 All-Hazard IMT Training Course (O-305) from 2018-10-22T14:37

Helping listeners through the "boot camp" for incident management teams (IMT) with O-305 All-Hazards Incident Management course tips and importance of working scenarios as if they are real

All-Hazards Incident Management Boot Camp with the O-305 Course from 2018-10-22T02:37

O-305 Course Summary from 2018-10-22T02:37

In this O-305 course summary I provide the listener with an overview of the course and the "Between the Slides 5" key takeaways every O-305 course graduate should have when completing this week ...

BTS EP5: Incident Command System (ICS) 300 from 2018-10-15T14:35

Helping folks "expand their bubble" like Lt. Brad Clark with Incident Command System (ICS ) 300 course tips and ways to use the planning process in the real world

Expand Your Bubble in ICS 300 from 2018-10-15T02:35

Lt. Brad Clark encouraged folks to "expand your bubble". In this ICS 300 summary and quick tips I hope to help others do just that.

BTS EP4: Incident Command System (ICS) 200 from 2018-10-08T14:24

'Between the Slides' episode four sharing Incident Command System (ICS) 200 course tips and ways to use the principles for planned events and incident response

Learning Flexibility with Incident Command System (ICS) 200 from 2018-10-08T02:24

Flexibility with ICS 200 from 2018-10-08T02:24

Providing the "Between the Slide 5" for Incident Command System (ICS) 200 and the flexibility needed to apply them.

BTS EP3: Incident Command System (ICS) 100 from 2018-09-30T14:22

The second full episode of 'Between the Slides' sharing Incident Command System (ICS) 100 course tips and how to apply the principles in the real world

Create the Foundation with Incident Command System (ICS) 100 from 2018-09-30T02:22

Create the Foundation with 100 from 2018-09-30T02:22

Create the Foundation with ICS 100 shares things students should focus on to get the most out of the online ICS 100 course.

BTS EP2: National Management System (NIMS) 700 from 2018-09-25T14:21

My first ever full podcast episode sharing National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700 course tips and practical application principles

Build the Base with IS-700 from 2018-09-25T02:21

My first ever full podcast episode sharing National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700 course tips and practical application principles.