People And Projects Podcast: Project Management Podcast

Summary In this discussion, Andy welcomes Michaela Flick to discuss her journey in project management, the importance of people skills, practical tools for managing projects, and the balance between work and personal life. They discuss the significance of understanding stakeholders, the value of hands-on experience, and the insights gained from teaching and writing about project management. Michaela shares her experiences and lessons learned throughout her career, emphasizing the need for empathy and connection in leadership. Sound Bites "Projects are made by people, for people. When this people thing is not working for you, forget it--it ain’t working." "If you wait until you’re confident to jump in, you will never jump in." "What I consider success might not be what my customer considers success." "Children are natural born project managers." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Start Of Interview 06:00 Lessons on Leadership and Project Management 08:24 Metaphors for Project Management 10:30 Practical Manag