Organized Chaos Café

AI in PM and the ethics around it. Are you prepared to be able to use AI effectively AND ethically? This is a really deep topic that I hope to explore a bit deeper. Unfortunately for this episode, I've been bogged down in so much of my work that I've invited to AI experts into the discussion to talk about AI's use in the PM space and the ethical concerns it brings up. My special guests Harry Dingleschmidt and Hillary Sweat will dive into the details, nuances, and pitfalls of AI and it's concerning impact in the PM space. Come join this conversation and let's debate!

In this episode of the Organized Chaos Cafe with Ben Chan, we welcome Mark Rozner, a project management expert with over four decades of experience in healthcare, financial services, and corporate environments. Mark shares his unique journey from aspiring chef to leadership roles in project management and we shift our conversation into personal and emotional topics, focusing on managing grief. We discuss how he applied project management principles to navigate these difficult experiences, highlighting the importance of stakeholder management, decision frameworks, and servant leadership. While this is a hard topic, we hope that this episode provides some insight for those looking to understand and manage their own grieving process or helping others navigate through theirs. Connect with Mark Rozner on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/markrozner/] 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:24 Mark's Journey into Project Management 03:36 From Chef Aspirations to Healthcare Programming 06:58 Core Philosophy in Project Management and Mentorship 12:38 The Intersection of Project Management and Grief 14:03 Personal Experiences with Grief and Caregiving 19:07 Practical Tips for Managing Grief 29:12 Supporting Others Through Grief

Does Project Management sometimes feel lonely? With new emerging technologies and industries, (and even with existing ones) it can like no one understands your struggles. In this episode of the Organized Chaos Cafe, Galen Low, co-founder of the Digital Project Manager (DPM) community joins me on the podcast to shares his journey with project management and community creation! From accidental project manager to digital transformation specialist, Galen highlights the challenges he faced and lessons learned along the way. We then dive into the essence of the DPM community, its mission to support digital project professionals, and some of our own thoughts on the dynamic between generalist and specialist PM roles. Come listen to our light-hearted talk on building a supportive network and how the importance of relationships and shared knowledge in navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape is key for PMs to thrive! You can find Galen Low on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/galen-low-digital-transformation-advisor]. Go check out the The Digital Project Manager here: https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/ [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/] 01:30 Welcome to the Organized Chaos Cafe 02:53 Galen Low's Journey into Project Management 04:27 Overcoming Challenges in Project Management 07:39 The Birth of the Digital Project Manager Community 14:50 Defining the Digital Project Manager 19:01 Specialist vs. Generalist Project Managers 21:21 Curiosity and Problem-Solving in Engineering 22:52 Challenges in Project Management 22:18 The Crisis in Project Management Roles 25:50 The Value of Community Support 28:42 Sustaining a Community 31:54 Adapting to Rapid Changes in Project Management 31:52 Success Stories from the Community

In this episode of the Organized Chaos Cafe, we welcome Daniel Zitter, partner at PMZone [https://beingaprojectmanager.com/], where he shares his journey of transforming project management training through interactive board games! We'll talk about the inception and development of a project management board game as a PM learning experience and hear about thethe challenges faced, the unique dynamics of the game, and how it incorporates both fun and serious elements crucial for effective project management! Daniel and I also discuss the differences between their Agile and Waterfall game versions and outlines how these tools can help project managers enhance their skills in a practical, engaging environment. Tune in for insights on innovative project management learning and the story behind PMZone’s popular board games. For more information, check out: * Daniel Zitter on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielzitter/] * The PMZone Board Game [https://beingaprojectmanager.com/play/] 01:05 Meet Daniel Zitter: Project Management Enthusiast 01:20 The Journey to Creating a Project Management Board Game 06:05 Challenges and Insights in Game Development 11:25 Understanding the Game Mechanics 28:57 Agile vs. Waterfall: Different Game Versions

Let's get networking! In this episode of the Organized Chaos Cafe, Christina Somerville shares her insights on building professional connections Christina, who has over a decade of networking experience, provides valuable advice on how to leverage networking for career development and job opportunities. The discussion covers starting with familiar connections, the importance of giving before asking, and how to navigate networking both virtually and in-person. Christina also shares her personal journey of moving back to the U.S. after taking an eight-month sabbatical, and building a robust network that accelerated her career as a project manager. Tune in to learn actionable tips and strategies for effective networking! Want to connect with Christina and get your networking tips? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinasomerville/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinasomerville/] Website: https://www.christinasomerville.com/ [https://www.christinasomerville.com/ ] 00:30 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:57 The Importance of Networking 03:13 Christina's Sabbatical Journey 04:54 Building a Network from Scratch 07:52 Effective Networking Strategies 22:38 Virtual vs. In-Person Networking 27:11 Networking for Project Managers 29:52 Conclusion and Contact Information