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Ep 28 - Leading Successful Projects - Andy Kaufman PMP

Success Charger with Scott Cooksey

Release Date: 02/23/2016

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Several years ago, while I was presenting for a very challenging client in Chicago, IL, a man with a tremendously addictive smile sat in the back of the room.  At the end of the day, he approached me with great enthusiasm for a successfully facilitated day I had just delivered.  A connection was made...and in this episode, I reconnect with Andy Kaufman, PMP to discuss the art and opportunity of successfully managing projects.

If you think project management is boring...This episode is going to change your mind about projects and project managers.  It is JAM PACKED with solid ideas anyone can use to become more effective at almost anything you do!

In this high-energy episode, we discuss many aspects of projects including:

  • Why you SHOULD talk about risks...and how often,
  • Using the "Two Week Rule" for checkpoints,
  • How projects are influenced by the psychology of pursuasion,
  • Navigating the "Planning Fallacy",
  • Book recommendations and
  • Much, much more....

Andy regularly works with project managers and project teams to maximize their impact during all phases of projects. He is host of the People and Projects Podcast and developer of e-Learning courses for various aspects of projects, including the basics almost ANYONE can benefit from learning. During the interview, he generously offers a discount for listeners of this podcast episode!

To take advantage of Andy's eLearning discount code, you'll find a special link at www.IdeaCharger.com/episode28 

To learn more about Andy Kaufman, check out his website at www.i-leadonline.com.

Check out all the details about his podcast AND how you can earn continuing education credits for project management at: www.peopleandprojectspodcast.com