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Dave C. Barrett
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Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder
Why Workplace Friendships Matter More Than You Think – Morag Barrett
What if the key to a thriving workplace isn't strategy or technology—but genuine human connection? In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder, Dave is joined by Morag Barrett, founder of SkyeTeam and author of You, Me, We: Why We All Need a Friend at Work and How to Show Up as One. Morag shares compelling insights from her research and experience about the power of relationships at work—and why cultivating allies can be a game-changer for your career and your company. You’ll discover: The four types of workpl...
2025-05-20
34 min
Restored Gospel Podcast
294 Stories of the Saints: Dave comes to Christ by reading the BOM
Send us a textVIDEO EPISODE HEREThe testimony of Christ in the Book of Mormon is true. Dave has an interesting story as he was able to read the Book of Mormon ,unbiased, with no particular Christian upbringing or church affiliation. Once attending a restoration church, he saw differences in the church that didn't match the Book of Mormon. Here is his story and how he held to the gospel contained there-in while letting go of men's teachings. Enjoy! Restored Gospel - Scripture Search and Study Resources Conta...
2025-05-19
51 min
Queer Discourse
S2E2"Are Queer People Allowed to Like Dave Chappelle?" with Justin Woody AKA Onya Nurve Orig. Date 02/23/2022
Justin Woody AKA Onya Nurve and Lou Barrett discussed Dave Chappelle's most recent special, The Closer.Hosted by Lou Barrett (@louthebarrett) Follow what Justin Woody is doing on Instagram @onyanurveProduced by Purple Palm Press (www.purplepalmpress.com)Support us on Substack at purplepalmpress.substack.comPodcast merch available at www.purplepalmpress.com/shopSound Editor: Coly PuzzuoliTheme Song: Samantha GraceCover Art Illustration: Noelle RichardCover Art Design: Lauren McAndrews Get full access to Purple Palm Press at...
2025-02-19
1h 20
Truth Jihad Radio
Dave Gahary on Alex Jones' Infowars Being Sold to The Onion
Donate via PaypalRumble link Bitchute linkDave Gahary, publisher of Moon Rock Books, was sued by the same people who sued Alex Jones. Gahary settled by agreeing to withdraw Nobody Died at Sandy Hook from circulation. Below is an edited transcript of the interview, which makes a reference to my satire of the “Onion Buys Infowars” story.Kevin Barrett: Alex Jones was front page news today, as they (the Sandy Hookers who sued him) allegedly sold Infowars to The Onion. You, being the publisher of Moonrock Books, got harassed and sued...
2024-11-16
34 min
REI Marketing Nerds
Episode #274 - Encore: Using Leverage To Scale Your Real Estate Investing Business, with Dave Payerchin
If you want to become wealthy as a real estate investor, you need to scale your REI business. The only way you’ll ever accomplish that is by using leverage to get more results in less time. How can you do that? You’ll find out in today’s episode with Dave Payerchin. He’s an investor in the Columbus area and knows how to scale an investing business better than most investors. Listen now to find out exactly how to stop getting little results for all your time and celebrate big wins working fewer hours.
2024-06-26
33 min
Talking Rasslin' With Pondwater & Amy
S2 Ep21: STRAY DOG BARRETT BROWN: UNLEASHED
Since his debut in 2010, Barrett Brown has captivated audiences globally with his electrifying performances! He has left an indelible mark from WWE to AEW, ROH, NWA, NJPW Strong, and more than 50 other promotions. Notably, on December 8, 2017, he clinched the prestigious NWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship! Barrett's unparalleled determination and physical prowess set him apart, making him a true force in the wrestling world. Join us and delve into Barrett's awe-inspiring saga in professional wrestling!
2024-03-27
1h 55
Fingerprints On Success
9 | Dave Roth | From Small Firm to Regional Powerhouse: A Success Blueprint
In today's episode of Fingerprints on Success, Bill Barrett interviews Dave Roth, the managing partner at RRBB. With over 35 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and tax services, Dave shares his journey of building a small accounting firm into a large regional group serving clients worldwide. If you're eager to learn about scaling your business, this episode is a must-listen.During the show, Dave discusses the challenges and triumphs of his journey, highlighting the importance of staying true to principles and finding common ground with clients. He shares anecdotes from his early days, including lessons learned from...
2024-03-26
40 min
REI Marketing Nerds
Episode #257 - Growing a Massive REI Business From Scratch With Dave Seymour, Part 2
In this follow-up episode, Dan Barrett continues his conversation with Dave Seymour. From weathering the storm of the real estate crash to establishing a thriving business in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dave shares valuable insights and lessons learned. Discover how he turned challenges into opportunities, gained clarity on maintaining focus, and the key to making pivotal shifts in his business. If you're a real estate investor or entrepreneur seeking motivation and actionable advice, this episode is a must-listen. Show Highlights: Discover this brilliant story of making it through a real est...
2024-02-21
22 min
REI Marketing Nerds
Episode #256 - Growing a Massive REI Business From Scratch With Dave Seymour, Part 1
In this episode, Dan chats with real estate pro Dave Seymour. You'll hear about Dave's amazing journey from firefighter to successful business owner, facing tough times and coming out on top in the real estate world. His story is packed with great lessons and cool insights that will inspire and guide you through the ups and downs of the real estate game. So, don't miss this episode filled with a genuine success story that shows how to overcome challenges and thrive in the real estate industry. Tune in now! Show Highlights: Discover thi...
2024-02-14
19 min
Understanding Projects
#50 - PM challenges: bringing a gas drilling project back on schedule with Henry Hamud
My discussion today is with Henry Mamud. Henry has an extensive background in project and risk anagement with over 14 years of Canadian and international experience in managing large and complex projects including construction, infrastructure, oil and gas, and energy. Henry is also the President of Canada’s Technology Triangle PMI Chapter. During our discussion we talked about a challenging project Henry managed in the past. The project was a gas drilling project that was multiple days behind schedule with a significant penalty for each day late. Henry describes it as a classical critical path project and outlined the approaches he...
2023-10-30
34 min
Understanding Projects
#49 - The PMP and CAPM certifications with Marc Blanchette
My discussion today is with Marc Blanchette. For more information about Marc: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcblanchette/ Marc is an innovative Program Management Leader with extensive experience directing international, high-priority software & hardware projects and programs. He has been recognized for developing & motivating team members with diverse cultural backgrounds by empowering them to overcome challenges and exceed expectations. Marc has also been very active in the Project Management Institute having been President of two PMI chapters and selected by PMI to participate in their Leadership Master Class. We talked about all things PMI certification. This includes...
2023-09-20
33 min
Understanding Projects
#48 - White Space Project Management with Pawan Premi
My discussion today is with Pawan Premi. This is her second appearance on the podcast. Pawan has extensive experience in areas including design engineering, project management, and product management. She is also holds a P.Eng, PMP, and MBA. In our discussion today we talk about the concept of white space project management. Those new to the project management field sometimes view managing projects as merely coordinating different activities that occur during the project but otherwise take a fairly passive role. This may also be referred to as a project coordinator role. However, many experienced project managers realize that...
2023-09-04
26 min
Truth Jihad Radio
Dave Gahary Says We’re Close to Civil War
Dave Gahary of Money Tree Publishing is considered a dangerous extremist by the likes of the ADL. But who are the real extremists? Dave agrees with folks like Alan Sabrosky that the nihilists of what passes for the left are far more extreme and dangerous than Trump’s deplorables and J6ers. He also agrees with “Doc” Sabrosky that the US is inching toward civil war. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kevinbarrett.substack.com
2023-08-27
57 min
Understanding Projects
#47 - The One-Page Business Case with Pawan Premi
My discussion today is with Pawan Premi. Pawan has extensive experience in areas including design engineering, project management, and product management. She is also a P.Eng, PMP, and an MBA grad. Our discussion today is on the topic of the business case. Many new to project management have difficulty distinguishing the purpose of a business case from a project charter. Pawan clarifies this point and also introduces a version of business case that she has successfully used: the One-Page Business Case. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists of a series of discussions with...
2023-06-14
23 min
Understanding Projects
#46 - Using power and influence to enhance project performance with Jennifer Beckett
Jennifer Beckett is a project manager working in the public service sector. Her background in sociology and project management, and her passion for public service has positioned her to work on projects in community housing, homelessness, Covid emergency response, immigration and settlement, and many other worthwhile endeavours. She has a special interest in the connections between community organizations and governing systems, and their impact on the lived experience of citizens. Our discussion today is on the topic of power and influence. Jennifer talks about the importance of effective communication, leadership, and approaches for influencing project team members and other...
2023-05-19
42 min
Truth Jihad Radio
Dave Lindorff: MSM Covers (Up) Antiwar Protests
Video linkDave Lindorff discusses his article Covering (Up) Antiwar Protest in US Media: “Twenty years on, the US news media, as is their habit with America’s wars, published stories looking back at that war and its history (FAIR.org, 3/22/23), most of them treading lightly around the rank illegality of the US attack, a war crime that was not approved by the UN Security Council, and was not a response to any imminent Iraqi threat to the US, as required by the UN Charter.“Oddly, none of those national media organizations’ editors saw as re...
2023-04-14
43 min
Understanding Projects
#45 - Managing risk during construction projects with Robert Mansour
My discussion today is with Robert Mansour. Robert has extensive experience in delivering successful multi-million dollar projects in the commercial, industrial, retail, and oil & gas segments. His experience also includes contract management and negotiations, risk management, coordination of engineering, procurement, and quality monitoring and control. For more information about Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertmansourpmp/ Our discussion focused on the application of risk management within physical projects such as construction or within the nuclear industry. As Robert explains, while risk is sometimes challenging to quantify in certain virtual projects such as software development...
2023-04-13
38 min
Understanding Projects
#44 - Overcoming resistance to project management in organizations with Catherine Fox
My discussion today is with Catherine Fox. Catherine's background is diverse, with her experience including managing project managers, managing projects including those using Agile methodologies, business systems analysis, data warehousing projects, and most recently in the area of organizational development and employee success. For more information about Catherine: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-fox-7041511/ Our discussion focused on the introduction of project management to organizations and now to overcome some of the potentially negative stereotypes in these organizations. Catherine also shared the type of role she sees for project managers and how they may best provide value for organizations. ...
2023-03-30
36 min
Understanding Projects
#43 - Using project management in a real estate business with Nicole Lopez
My discussion today is with Nicole Lopez. In her role as a Real Estate agent, Nicole is dedicated to helping people achieve their real estate goals. She focuses on building strong client relationships and ensuring her clients are educated on the home buying and/or selling process so they know more, are prepared, and thus feel confident on their real estate journey. Prior to her work in real estate, Nicole was a Senior Program Manager in the Biopharmaceutical industry. For more information about Nicole: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-l-0308447/ During our discussion, we talked about how her knowledge of project...
2023-02-08
35 min
Understanding Projects
#42 - Moving from an IT PM to a senior management role with Dale Van Looyen
My discussion today is with Dale Van Looyen. During Dale’s career of over 25 years, she has successfully led global teams across IT and shared services in roles from operations and project execution to enterprise service management, strategic transformation, procurement, and contracts management as both a customer and a provider of consulting services. For more information about Dale: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalevanlooyen/ In our discussion, we talked about how Dale started her career as a project manager and how this progressed to more senior roles. We then discussed her move from a project & program manager role to a strategi...
2022-12-09
41 min
Understanding Projects
#41 - Leadership and developing a positive project culture with Malak Attia
My discussion today is with Malak Attia. Malak’s background focuses on leadership, as she has attained a Master’s degree in Leadership Development and a PHd in Business Administration and Management. She brings this leadership attention to both education and consulting. For more information about Malak: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/malakattia/ We discussed the role of a leader in developing a positive culture both in the classroom and in a project as well as other related leadership topics. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists of a series of discussions with PM academics and practitione...
2022-11-10
37 min
Pulling Each Other Along
Who is the Real Media Boss? With the Kind Boss Barrett Matthews
Barrett Matthews - Media Boss ProsTop level professionals hire Barrett to assist them in reaching their ideal clients. He put his clients in position to be omnipresent with their business and attract the people and revenue that could impact the world. Through a program that uses podcasting, television, books, blogs, social media, and film to reach maximum visibility for their business. 5 Ways To Paying ClientsMedia Boss PodcastBarrett Mathews LinkedInLearn more about the PEOA Host Team, Dave Clark, Doug Cornfield and Dave Stevens:Pulling...
2022-11-09
22 min
Understanding Projects
#40 - Implementing Sustainable Development Goals in projects with Anna Hohenadel
My discussion today is with Anna Hohenadel, who is the PRME Coordinator at Conestoga College. For more information about Anna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-hohenadel/ Anna is currently spearheading an initiative to implement PRME at the college – with PRME standing for Principles for Responsible Management Education. Related to PRME, we talked about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and how to work with organizations in order to integrate these goals into their projects and operations. Our discussion also included the challenges encountered, such as getting the attention of the organization’s management, quantifying the benefits, and the concept of green washing...
2022-11-01
26 min
Understanding Projects
#39 - Real-time planning & resource optimization with Gregory Stoos
My discussion today is with Gregory Stoos, founder & CEO of the company, Planless.io. Our discussion focused on a key challenge facing many organizations: the effective allocation and optimization of often limited resources to support planning needs. I can certainly attest to this being a significant pain point for many project and resource managers. Gregory also talked about his company’s software product called Planless, a real-time planning and resource optimization tool, and the benefits that it provides in this area. For more information about the Planless tool, see: www.planless.com This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which con...
2022-10-12
37 min
Understanding Projects
#38 - Project schedules, estimate & resource challenges with Sheila Chu
My discussion today is with Sheila Chu. Sheila is an accomplished project manager specializing in the full integration of new acquisitions and amalgamations into her company’s infrastructure, applications systems, and business processes. She also holds a number of project management certifications including the PMP and Agile Scrum Master designations. She is also an active member of the PMI Lakeshore Ontario chapter where she has held a number of leadership positions and won a number of chapter awards. For more information about Sheila: - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-b-chu/ During our discussion, we talked about her approach to creating project sch...
2022-09-30
33 min
Understanding Projects
#37 - The future of work with Simon Chan
My discussion today is with Simon Chan. I’ve known Simon for many years and have always found him to be an interesting and creative innovator. A discussion with Simon always gets you thinking in new ways. For more information about Simon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-c-chan/ https://www.adaptwithintent.com/ His career has been diverse, with roles including Innovation and Talent Executive, Future of Work consultant, Leadership coach, and many others. In his work regarding the Future of Work, he talks about the need for lifelong learning, embracing change, and the importance of maintaining healthy networks. His advice is equally...
2022-09-07
46 min
Truth Jihad Radio
Dave Lindorff on the Nukes of August (1945 & 1949)
Dave Lindorff discusses the nukes of August—1945 and 1949. He is the author of “August 6 and 9, 1945: Two Days that Shook the World…and the Earth” (Counterpunch) and “One Brother Gave the Soviets the A-Bomb. The Other Got a Medal” (The Nation).In 1945 the US infamously dropped nuclear weapons on two Japanese cities, Hiroshima (August 6) and Nagasaki (August 9). The massacres served no military purpose. They were designed to send a message to the USSR: stand up to us, and the same thing could happen to you.Sure enough, the US then drew up plans to annihilate the USSR in a mas...
2022-08-22
56 min
Truth Jihad Radio
Dave Gahary Asks “Am I Responsible for Alex Jones Lawsuit?”
Dave Gahary of American Free Press wonders whether the Alex Jones and Jim Fetzer libel suits are his fault. Dave, after all, produced the viral Wolfgang Halbig interview that drew Infowars into Sandy Hook. And Dave was the original publisher of Jim Fetzer’s edited book Nobody Died at Sandy Hook. Should Dave have listened to his American Free Press colleague Michael Collins Piper? As Ron Unz reports, Piper warned early on that Sandy Hook was being used to discredit alternative media:“The Crisis Management Conspirators mesmerized and manipulated American patriots and other skeptics via a non-stop wave...
2022-08-15
56 min
Understanding Projects
#36 - Project Management career paths with Harrison Chen
My discussion is with Harrison Chen. Harrison has extensive project management experience, including roles such as Project Control Officer, Project Leader, Project Manager, and Manager, Project Management Office. For more information about Harrison: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrisonchenpmp/ This leads to the topic of our discussion: the career path for project managers. We talk about how to start a career in project management, the traits of successful project managers, how to differentiate yourself, defining success, and the need for certifications. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists of a series of discussions with PM academics and...
2022-06-07
41 min
Understanding Projects
#35 - Project Management mentoring with Charles Igwe
My discussion today is with Charles Igwe. Charles has extensive credentials including a PhD in building and facilities management, an Executive MBA in Operations Management, and various certifications such as the Project Management Professional and Certified Scrum Master designations. For more information about Charles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-igwe/ Our discussion focuses on Charles’ role as a PMI Mentor. During our discussion, we talked about the development of SMART career goals, the importance of new project managers developing their own sources of power, and some tips for those wanting to achieve their PMP certification. This is an episode of the U...
2022-05-18
42 min
Once Upon a Time in the Ashes
Episode 17 - Dave Gilbert
Like our previous guest, Murray Bennett, Dave Gilbert played his one Ashes Test at the Oval in the 6th Test of the 1985 series. Dave reveals how he went from a 10 year old boy in the crowd at the SCG during the 1971 Ashes to playing on the biggest stage for his country. It’s a cricketing journey that takes in New South Wales, the Essex and Lancashire leagues, Tasmania and Gloucestershire, via kangaroo courts and tied Tests.
2022-03-18
52 min
Understanding Projects
#34 - Program management with Judy Shulist
My discussion today is with Judy Shulist. I worked with Judy a number of years ago as she was an original faculty member in the first few cohorts of the Conestoga Project Management program. Prior to this, Judy gained extensive experience in operations, project, and program management with a number of technology-based organizations. The focus of our discussion is on program management and the role of the program manager. Judy provides an overview of the key differences and some of the challenges encountered when managing a program. For more information about Judy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judy-shulist-pmp-26331410/ This is an ep...
2022-02-21
36 min
Safety on Tap
Ep194 You must be in defence of.....with Andrew Barrett
Gandhi did it with walking and without food. Michael Pollan did it with food and a book. Al Gore did it with a film. Dave Grohl did it with Youtube in 2020, and Dave Provan did it with words in 2018. Each of them, in defence of something important. And so must you. The word defence usually conjures up three different things for people. Either, synonyms to do with the armed forces, war, and conflict, OR, playing defence in a sporting sense where there is an attacking side (again, very military-Esque), OR, being or feeling or acting defensiv...
2022-02-17
22 min
Understanding Projects
#33 - Maximizing project benefits with Fernando Santiago
My discussion today is with Fernando Santiago. Fernando has extensive experience in project, program, and portfolio management. I’ve known Fernando for many years and highly respect his knowledge of project management but particularly in some of the technical areas such a Earned Value Management. For more information about Fernando: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandosantiagod/ During our discussion, we talked about the extension of Earned Value Management into the area of benefits management. This extension is a new indicator, the Realization Performance Indicator or RPI, that behaves the same as SPI and CPI, but measures the current forecast of be...
2022-01-11
47 min
Understanding Projects
#32 - Matthew Black: Navigating an agile/waterfall organization
My discussion today is with Matthew Black. Matthew has a great deal of experience in systems engineering and development in a variety of industries including defense, aerospace, and financial services. He has combined Agile tools with classical Waterfall delivery methods so that what is delivered uses the best tools and processes to meet the needs of the business partners and clients. For more information about Matthew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewblack2015/ This then was the basis for our conversation – that is the environment where both agile and waterfall projects are employed. We talk about how these two worlds may coexist an...
2021-12-01
36 min
Understanding Projects
#31 - Colleen McCann: Managing vs leading projects
My discussion today is with Colleen McCann. Colleen’s background includes managing robotics and automation projects, she’s the founder of a consulting and training website, and is a published author. She is also a colleague as she is a research project manager at Conestoga College. For more information about Colleen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenmccannpmp/ We talk about a number of topics related to the people side of projects, including balancing the PM’s responsibility for the project’s results with their level of control, managing vs leading, and creating a positive environment for the team. We also talked about co...
2021-11-16
42 min
Truth Jihad Radio
Dave Lindorff on US Making Nuclear War More Likely; Jim Fetzer Remembers John Stadtmiller
First half hour: Dave Lindorff discusses “The US is Set to Make Nuclear War More Likely“:“The US is about to move towards a far more likely first use of nuclear weapons, with word that the Air Force has ‘completed flight testing’ of the cost-and-performance-plagued F35A Lightning fighter, all units of which are being ‘upgraded’ to carry thermonuclear weapons.“What this means, as explained in a new article in Popular Mechanics, is that the world’s most costly weapons program (at $1.7 trillion), a fifth-generation fighter, supposedly ‘invisible’ to radar (that actually cannot fight and is not invisible to advan...
2021-11-13
55 min
Understanding Projects
#30 - Lily Viggiano: Building relationships for project success
This podcast features a discussion with Lily Viggiano, a 2013 graduate of the inaugural Conestoga College Bachelor of Public Relations program. She credits the PR program for fine tuning her relationship building and project management skills. She’s spent the bulk of her post-college career managing volunteer projects and programs in the non-profit sector, with the majority involving youth stakeholders. A primary approach is to “Invest in relationships!”. For more information about Lily: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilyviggiano1989/ The interrelationship of PR and Project Management is an important one and we talked about this throughout our discussion. This is an episod...
2021-10-25
40 min
Understanding Projects
#29 - Derek Hemington: Defining project scope for external customers
This podcast features a discussion with Derek Hemington. I’ve come to know Derek over the past year as he has a similar role at another college. That is, he’s the program coordinator of Fanshaw College’s Project Management program. For more information about Derek: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekhemington/ During our discussion, Derek described his experience as an external consultant, working with organizations to define the scope of the project. During this process, it is necessary to define which organization will develop each deliverable – that is, will the deliverable be within the scope of the cons...
2021-10-12
38 min
Understanding Projects
#28 - Don Kaluzny: Managing large-scale engineering projects
This podcast features a discussion with Don Kaluzny. I’ve worked with Don for a few years now – and we co-teach a number of engineering project management degree courses. Don has a wide range of experience in what I’ll call large scale engineering projects and installations. He also developed the eBook “Make Your Robot Move”. For more information about Don: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donkaluzny/ During out discussion we covered a wide range of topics including the challenges of managing large-scale projects, including the assessment of risk and achieving quality. We talked about the differences and challenges...
2021-09-22
48 min
Understanding Projects
#27 - Chris Pugh: The Anti-PM Project Manager
This podcast features a discussion with Chris Pugh. I’ve known Chris for many years and we first met during a systems integration for a financial services company. Chris has a wealth of business experience with a focus on Capital Markets and Retail Banking. His experience includes consulting, PMO Lead, Program Director, Project Director, Systems Engineer and others. For more information about Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispugh/ The theme of our discussion is what Chris calls “The Anti-PM Project Manager” which tends to represent Chris’ philosophy of project management and I’m sure, management in general. We t...
2021-09-09
1h 42
Understanding Projects
#26 - Hayley Press: Managing events effectively
This discussion features Hayley Press. Hayley has extensive experience in the field of Public Relations including Event Management, Partner Relationships, Fundraising, Community Engagement, and Volunteer Coordination. She is also a graduate of Conestoga’s Public Relations program. For more information about Hayley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayleypress/ Our discussion focuses on a specific type of project – events and event management. We talk about a number of aspects of events, including how they differ from a typical project, the characteristics of successful event managers, virtual events, and managing event teams. This is an episode of the U...
2021-08-22
39 min
Understanding Projects
#25 - Nickesha Welch: Getting hired as a project manager
This discussion features Nickesha Welch. Nickesha is a graduate of the Project Management program and has since been working at a local marketing agency, first as a Project Coordinator but now as a Project Lead. For more information about Nickesha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickesha-welch/ Throughout our discussion, she provides advice to prospective project managers on topics such as networking, certifications, and interviewing strategies. As will be evident during the discussion, her approach is determined and purposeful, and is very useful advice for anyone looking to enter the project management profession. This is an...
2021-07-21
31 min
Podcast Archives - Board Game Design Lab
How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck
Dave Beck, designer of Distilled, talks about improving games through experiential graphic design.Dave did a TON of research for his latest game, hired experts, and dove as deeply into the theme as he could. So, he’s got a lot of advice for anyone wanting to make a super thematic game. And be sure to check out Dave’s game, Distilled, on Kickstarter HERE. The post How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck appeared first on Board Game Design Lab.
2021-07-14
53 min
The Board Game Design Lab
How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck
Dave Beck, designer of Distilled, talks about improving games through experiential graphic design.Dave did a TON of research for his latest game, hired experts, and dove as deeply into the theme as he could. So, he’s got a lot of advice for anyone wanting to make a super thematic game. And be sure to check out Dave’s game, Distilled, on Kickstarter HERE. The post How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck appeared first on Board Game Design Lab.
2021-07-14
53 min
Board Game Design Lab
How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck
Dave Beck, designer of Distilled, talks about improving games through experiential graphic design.Dave did a TON of research for his latest game, hired experts, and dove as deeply into the theme as he could. So, he’s got a lot of advice for anyone wanting to make a super thematic game. And be sure to check out Dave’s game, Distilled, on Kickstarter HERE. The post How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck appeared first on Board Game Design Lab.
2021-07-14
53 min
Theme Archives - Board Game Design Lab
How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck
Dave Beck, designer of Distilled, talks about improving games through experiential graphic design.Dave did a TON of research for his latest game, hired experts, and dove as deeply into the theme as he could. So, he’s got a lot of advice for anyone wanting to make a super thematic game. And be sure to check out Dave’s game, Distilled, on Kickstarter HERE. The post How to Make a Super Thematic Game and Do Research with Dave Beck appeared first on Board Game Design Lab.
2021-07-14
53 min
Understanding Projects
#24 - David Blake-Dickson: Managing agency projects
This discussion is with David Blake-Dickson. David is a graduate of the Bachelor of Public Relations program and has since worked at a number of agencies delivering projects to clients. For more information about David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-blake-dickson/ A number of topics are discussed, including the challenges of managing projects in an agency environment, tips for working with clients and teams, and managing time zone differences while working remotely. David is also an avid cyclist and during the podcast, project management is compared to cycling. This is an episode of...
2021-06-22
35 min
Understanding Projects
#23 - Josh Cronk: Managing projects in a non-PM role
This episode features Josh Cronk. Josh has worked primarily within the high-tech industry in the Waterloo region within the marketing function and working on marketing-related projects. For more information about Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcronk/ The topic of this podcast is the use of project management within non-PM roles - that is, rather than as a full-time project manager. As Josh points our during our discussion, this tends to be very common in small to medium sized organizations. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists series o...
2021-06-03
37 min
Understanding Projects
#22 - Shaila Aranha: Applying project and risk management principles to Covid-19
This episode features Shaila Aranha. Shaila is a consultant for the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario and is herself an RN. She is also a PMP and teaches project management. For more information about Shaila: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaila-aranha-04904171/ Given Shaila’s background, our discussion is related to Covid-19 and the application of project management and risk management principles. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists series of discussions with PM academics and practitioners about the real world aspects of projects and project management. The podcast is based on...
2021-05-12
36 min
Understanding Projects
#21 - Syed Aman: Implementing Earned Value Management
This episode features Syed Aman. Syed has a diverse background in areas such Program / Project Management, Strategic Planning, and Production Operations Management. His experience includes the avionics, health care, and technology industries and he holds his Project Management Professional and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Professional designations. He is also an Associate Professor of Project Management at Conestoga College. For more information about Syed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/syed-aman-mba-p-eng-pmp-lssbb-fisqua-grcp-b6b8a3b8/ The discussion focuses on one of the more technical areas of project management – Earned Value Management. Through the discussion, Syed highlights the adv...
2021-04-28
33 min
Understanding Projects
#20 - Dushyant Puri: Integrating project waterfall and agile
This episode features Dushyant Puri. Dushyant's professional experience includes Mechanical Design, Program Management, Design to Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance. He holds his Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and PRINCE2 Practitioner designations. For more information about Dushyant: https://www.linkedin.com/in/puridushyant/ The discussion focuses on something that many organizations are or will be grappling with - the integration of waterfall and agile methods within their projects. Dushyant describes the approaches that he has used in this area. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists series of discussions with PM...
2021-04-19
46 min
Understanding Projects
#19 - Simone Craig: Scrum and Kanban
This episode features Simone Craig. Simone has many years of experience in resource and people management, project management, program management, and strategic planning. She holds the Project Management Professional and Kanban Management Professional designations and is also a professor of project management. For more information about Simone: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-craig-b18419b/ The discussion focuses on agile delivery, and specifically regarding the differences and similarities of the Scrum and Kanban frameworks. Throughout the discussion, Simon demonstrates the strengths of each approach and when each framework would be appropriate. This is an episode of the Un...
2021-04-02
30 min
Quite The Pickle
Episode 8 - Fitness Maverick Dave 'Pow' Tabain
Our first episode of season 2, and our first guest to wear his hat backwards the whole interview. He's very cool, extremely fit, and truly inspirational. He walks/runs us through how to get back to that pre-covid body (assuming it was good) and maintain fitness irrespective of black swan events like a global pando etc. Dave Tabain - @davepowtabain Jacques - @jbchampioni Emma - @emmazammitcomedian
2021-03-22
54 min
Understanding Projects
#18 - Mo Oyadiran: Project status reporting
This episode features Mo Oyadiran. Mo is an associate faculty member at Conestoga College teaching many courses in the project management program. The discussion focuses on the importance of the project status reporting process, including how it can increase stakeholder engagement and allow the project manager to guide the project narrative. This is an episode of the Understanding Project Management Discussions podcast which consists series of discussions with PM academics and practitioners about the real world aspects of projects and project management. The podcast is based on the text Understanding Project Management - A Practical Guide by Dave C. Barrett
2021-03-17
28 min
Understanding Projects
#17 - Christopher Chang: Executing, monitoring, and controlling projects
This episode features Christopher Chang. In addition to Christopher’s experience in the field of project management, he also provides mentoring and consulting to new startups in the area. In addition, Christopher is an associate faculty member at Conestoga College. For more information about Christopher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisgchangdefacto/ The discussion focuses on the executing, monitoring, and controlling activities that take place during planning. That is, those activities that ensure that plans are completed effectively. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists series of discussions with PM academics and pract...
2021-03-08
30 min
Understanding Projects
#16 - Antony Skinner: Managing project teams
This episode features Antony Skinner. Antony's background includes IT and software development as a line manager, program manager, and an independent consultant as well as being an Associate Professor of Project Management. For more information about Antony: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonyskinner/ Our discussion will be focused on all things related to the management of people on a project including the use of power and influence by the project manager. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast which consists series of discussions with PM academics and practitioners about the real world aspects o...
2021-03-03
30 min
Understanding Projects
#15 - Jeffrey Thomson: Project cost management
This episode features Jeffrey Thomson. Jeffrey is an experienced consultant in a number of areas including procurement and contract management, program management, and intellectual asset management. He has also been an Associate Professor of Project Management at Conestoga College. Our topic is the management of project costs. For more information about Jeffrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreythomson/ During the discussion, Jeffrey outlines why this is such an important aspect of project management. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast - which consists series of discussions with PM academics and practitioners about the real...
2021-02-20
29 min
Understanding Projects
#14 - Ian Adare: Managing project issues
This episode features Ian Adare. Ian is a program manager with experience in a variety of sectors including education, healthcare, banking, and automation. He has also been an Associate Professor of Project Management at Conestoga College. For more information about Ian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iadare/ Our topic is the management of project issues. During the discussion, the source of issues will be discussed, the approach to solving issues, and the relation of issues to risks and change requests. This is an episode of the Understanding Projects podcast - which consists series of discussions wi...
2021-02-18
29 min
Coaching for Leaders
Help Your Brain Learn, with Lisa Feldman Barrett
Lisa Feldman Barrett: Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain Lisa Feldman Barrett is among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, with appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. She is also Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behavior at Harvard University. In addition to her bestselling book How Emotions Are Made*, she has published over 240 peer-reviewed, scientific papers appearing in Science, Nature Neuroscience, and other top journals in psychology and...
2021-02-15
35 min
Understanding Projects
#13 - Marion Chang: Critical chain
This episode features Marion Chang. Marion has many years of project and portfolio management experience in the financial, transportation, and technology industries. She also has attained her PMP and is a certified agile project manager. She is also an Associate Professor of Project Management at Conestoga College. For more information about Marion: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marionchang/ Our topic is critical chain project management where we discuss the use of this methodology, its relation to the critical path method, project resources, and the use of project buggers. This is an episode of the Understanding...
2021-02-12
23 min