Podcast Episodes

The Day My Son Surpassed Me | S6 EP1

Season 6 Episode 1

There comes a moment when we realize our kids are no longer just following us, they’re leading in their way. In this episode, "The Day My Son Surpassed Me," I share the story of how my son surpassed …

Published on 3 days, 13 hours ago

Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office: What's the Right Fit?

Season 5 Episode 11

Since 2019, I’ve led major IT programs, including Workday ERP and the technology for a new children’s hospital, while mainly working remotely. In this episode, "Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office: What's t…

Published on 1 week, 2 days ago

How to Manage Span of Control in Team Design

Season 5 Episode 10

When leaders try to manage too many people directly, clarity disappears and momentum suffers. In this episode, I break down the importance of span of control across public safety, healthcare IT, and …

Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago

How to Speak the Same Risk Language | Foundations Friday S5EP4

Season 5 Episode 9

On this Foundations Friday, How to Speak the Same Risk Language, we break down how project managers and emergency leaders can align around a shared risk language. Whether you're using a THIRA or a ri…

Published on 3 weeks, 6 days ago

How to Combine Project Risk Tools with Emergency Planning

Season 5 Episode 8

Warren Buffett said it best: “Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing.”

On today’s episode, How to Combine Project Risk Tools with Emergency Planning, we’re focusing on how project managers and…

Published on 1 month ago

Structure Before Action | Foundations Friday S5EP3

Season 5 Episode 7

In this Foundations Friday, Structure Before Action, we explore the importance of applying project structure to any event or initiative. Whether you're planning a community gathering, a training work…

Published on 1 month ago

How to Treat Your Event Like a Project (And Why You Should)

Season 5 Episode 6

Planning a public event without structure is a risk you can’t afford. In this episode, How to Treat Your Event Like a Project (And Why You Should), Kevin Pannell shares how to apply project managemen…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Learn How to Scan Your Project Like an EMT | Foundations Friday S5EP2

Season 5 Episode 5

This week, we apply an EMT’s trauma checklist to project leadership. Using the DCAP-BTLS framework, we explore how to scan your project for failure symptoms—before they spiral.

Key focus areas:

• Spott…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

What EMTs can Teach Us about Failing Projects

Season 5 Episode 4

Welcome to the second full episode in our All-Hazards Project Management series, What EMTs can Teach Us about Failing Projects. In this episode, we apply a trauma checklist used in emergency medicine…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

Start with One AI Use Case | Foundations Friday S5EP1

Season 5 Episode 3

This week’s Foundations Friday, Start with One AI Use Case, is a bit of a reset and reminder. If you’re in public safety or project management, you don’t need to become a coder. But you do need to un…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago