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Hope is NOT a Plan

1,383 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

Stop hoping, start achieving. Hope is NOT a Plan equips you with the tools and strategies to transform aspirations into actionable plans. Your host, Kevin Pannell, PMP, Prosci, leverages his extensive experience in program management, emergency response, and public safety to provide practical guidance for optimizing individual, team, and organizational performance.

Each episode delivers:
- Problem Identification: Kevin tackles real-world challenges faced by professionals across various industries.
- Actionable Solutions: Learn proven strategies and tactics employed by Kevin and others to overcome these challenges.
- Historical Context: Gain valuable insights from historical examples of successful planning and execution.

Hope is NOT a Plan is your roadmap to success. Subscribe today and bridge the gap between ambition and achievement.

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Episodes

Change a Life, Not Just the Game | FF43

November 12, 2021 11:44 - 1 minute - 915 KB

Expanding on the quote hanging in the Jiu Jitsu gym I train in “A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life”

Change a Life, Not Just the Game

November 12, 2021 11:44 - 1 minute - 915 KB

Expanding on the quote hanging in the Jiu Jitsu gym I train in “A good coach can change a game, a great coach can change a life”

PPP94: Welcome to Murder Yoga (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)

November 07, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MB

Sharing some quick tips to help brand new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) trainees enjoy the first steps into the BJJ world.

Welcome to Murder Yoga

November 07, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MB

Sharing some quick tips to help brand new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) trainees enjoy the first steps into the BJJ world.

Welcome to Murder Yoga (Jiu Jitsu) | PPP94

November 07, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MB

Sharing some quick tips to help brand new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) trainees enjoy the first steps into the BJJ world.

Welcome to Murder Yoga - Quick Tips for the New Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Player | PPP #94

November 07, 2021 13:00 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MB

Sharing some quick tips to help brand new Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) trainees enjoy the first steps into the BJJ world.

Foundations Friday 42: It's Not A Calculated Risk If You Haven't Calculated It

November 05, 2021 13:38 - 4 minutes - 1.93 MB

The title reflects insight from Naved Abdali and perfectly captures that we cannot consider risks if we don't take time to calculate them. In this episode I share some practical tips on how to evaluate the probability, severity and impact of risks for projects, incident response and special event planning.

You Have to Calculate the Risk | FF42

November 05, 2021 13:38 - 4 minutes - 1.93 MB

The title reflects insight from Naved Abdali and perfectly captures that we cannot consider risks if we don't take time to calculate them. In this episode I share some practical tips on how to evaluate the probability, severity and impact of risks for projects, incident response and special event planning.

You Have to Calculate the Risk

November 05, 2021 13:38 - 4 minutes - 1.93 MB

The title reflects insight from Naved Abdali and perfectly captures that we cannot consider risks if we don't take time to calculate them. In this episode I share some practical tips on how to evaluate the probability, severity and impact of risks for projects, incident response and special event planning.

PPP93: It All Starts with the Intake Process

November 01, 2021 21:11 - 31 minutes - 41.3 MB

In this episode I expand on the three key elements of defining the need, initiating the request and approving the project I believe are essential for setting up projects, organizations and people for success.

It All Starts with the Intake Process | PPP93

November 01, 2021 09:11 - 31 minutes - 41.3 MB

In this episode I expand on the three key elements of defining the need, initiating the request and approving the project I believe are essential for setting up projects, organizations and people for success.

It All Starts with the Intake Process

November 01, 2021 09:11 - 31 minutes - 41.3 MB

In this episode I expand on the three key elements of defining the need, initiating the request and approving the project I believe are essential for setting up projects, organizations and people for success.

How to Build an Effective Project Intake Process | PPP #93

November 01, 2021 09:11 - 31 minutes - 41.3 MB

In this episode I expand on the three key elements of defining the need, initiating the request and approving the project I believe are essential for setting up projects, organizations and people for success.

Foundations Friday 41: Pick the Right Tool for the Job

October 29, 2021 18:34 - 2 minutes - 1.2 MB

Pick the Right Tool for the Job

October 29, 2021 06:34 - 2 minutes - 1.2 MB

Pick the Right Tool for the Job | FF41

October 29, 2021 06:34 - 2 minutes - 1.2 MB

PPP92: The Successful Project Manager with Donna Gregorio

October 25, 2021 00:44 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the importance of conducting "get well checks" on your projects and more practical tips for new and experienced Project Managers alike.

Interview with Donna Gregorio

October 24, 2021 12:44 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the importance of conducting "get well checks" on your projects and more practical tips for new and experienced Project Managers alike.

Donna Gregorio, PMP | How to be the Successful Project Manager

October 24, 2021 12:44 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the importance of conducting "get well checks" on your projects and more practical tips for new and experienced Project Managers alike.

How to Become Irreplaceable as a Project Manager with Donna Gregorio, PMP | PPP #92

October 24, 2021 12:44 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the importance of conducting "get well checks" on your projects and more practical tips for new and experienced Project Managers alike.

The Successful Project Manger with Donna Gregorio, PMP | PPP92

October 24, 2021 12:44 - 1 hour - 53.9 MB

Sharing Donna Gregorio's 30+ years of Project Management and leadership experience through a great conversation on how Project Managers should seek to become irreplaceable not irrelevant, the importance of conducting "get well checks" on your projects and more practical tips for new and experienced Project Managers alike.

Become Irreplaceable - Not Irrelevant | FF40

October 22, 2021 12:32 - 1 minute - 2.31 MB

Sharing a concept from veteran Project Manager Donna Gregorio and author of 'The Successful Project Manager'. Donna and I discuss this concept more in depth in the upcoming 'PPP92: The Successful Project Manager with Donna Gregorio' set to launch October 25, 2021.

Become Irreplaceable - Not Irrelevant

October 22, 2021 12:32 - 1 minute - 2.31 MB

Sharing a concept from veteran Project Manager Donna Gregorio and author of 'The Successful Project Manager'. Donna and I discuss this concept more in depth in the upcoming 'PPP92: The Successful Project Manager with Donna Gregorio' set to launch October 25, 2021.

Foundations Friday 40: Become Irreplaceable, Not Irrelevant

October 22, 2021 12:32 - 1 minute - 2.31 MB

Sharing a concept from veteran Project Manager Donna Gregorio and author of 'The Successful Project Manager'. Donna and I discuss this concept more in depth in the upcoming 'PPP92: The Successful Project Manager with Donna Gregorio' set to launch October 25, 2021.

The Practical Benefits of Playing Video Games for Project Managers | PPP #91

October 17, 2021 09:32 - 20 minutes - 26.9 MB

Video games are fun. They can also help us build build or enhance some of our Project Management skills. Check out this episode to hear more about history of video games, Project Management's use in developing games and skills I think Project Managers can take away from playing video games.

Video Games for Project Managers | PPP91

October 17, 2021 09:32 - 20 minutes - 26.9 MB

Video games are fun. They can also help us build build or enhance some of our Project Management skills. Check out this episode to hear more about history of video games, Project Management's use in developing games and skills I think Project Managers can take away from playing video games.

Video Games for Project Managers

October 17, 2021 09:32 - 20 minutes - 26.9 MB

Video games are fun. They can also help us build build or enhance some of our Project Management skills. Check out this episode to hear more about history of video games, Project Management's use in developing games and skills I think Project Managers can take away from playing video games.

PPP91: The Value of Video Games for Project Managers

October 17, 2021 09:32 - 20 minutes - 26.9 MB

Video games are fun. They can also help us build build or enhance some of our Project Management skills. Check out this episode to hear more about history of video games, Project Management's use in developing games and skills I think Project Managers can take away from playing video games.

Foundations Friday 39: Be Your Own First Responder

October 15, 2021 12:59 - 2 minutes - 670 KB

There’s a benefit in knowing how to respond to traumas, fires and other emergencies in this world. This is particularly true if you are a parent. As Mr. Jitsu says, your kids will break the glass in an emergency and expect you to be there behind it.

Be Your Own First Responder | FF39

October 15, 2021 12:59 - 2 minutes - 670 KB

There’s a benefit in knowing how to respond to traumas, fires and other emergencies in this world. This is particularly true if you are a parent. As Mr. Jitsu says, your kids will break the glass in an emergency and expect you to be there behind it.

Be Your Own First Responder

October 15, 2021 12:59 - 2 minutes - 670 KB

There’s a benefit in knowing how to respond to traumas, fires and other emergencies in this world. This is particularly true if you are a parent. As Mr. Jitsu says, your kids will break the glass in an emergency and expect you to be there behind it.

Sharing the Power of Kindness from my 10 Year Old Son | PPP #90

October 12, 2021 08:47 - 4 minutes - 6.68 MB

Sharing a writing from my 10 year old on how we, adults and kids, can be kind, how being kind is hard and why it's a good thing to be kind to others.

Being Kind Matters | PPP90

October 12, 2021 08:47 - 4 minutes - 6.68 MB

Sharing a writing from my 10 year old on how we, adults and kids, can be kind, how being kind is hard and why it's a good thing to be kind to others.

Being Kind Matters

October 12, 2021 08:47 - 4 minutes - 6.68 MB

Sharing a writing from my 10 year old on how we, adults and kids, can be kind, how being kind is hard and why it's a good thing to be kind to others.

PPP90: Out of the Mouth of Babes - Be Kind

October 12, 2021 08:47 - 4 minutes - 6.68 MB

Sharing a writing from my 10 year old on how we, adults and kids, can be kind, how being kind is hard and why it's a good thing to be kind to others.

Your Team Sees You

October 08, 2021 12:15 - 2 minutes - 1.29 MB

Whether we’re leading a project, coaching kids on a sports team or the Section Chief for a special event, we as leaders need to always remember that our team sees us. It’s up to us to provide the best example and support for them that we can.

Your Team Sees You | FF38

October 08, 2021 12:15 - 2 minutes - 1.29 MB

Whether we’re leading a project, coaching kids on a sports team or the Section Chief for a special event, we as leaders need to always remember that our team sees us. It’s up to us to provide the best example and support for them that we can.

Foundations Friday 38: Your Team Sees You

October 08, 2021 12:15 - 2 minutes - 1.29 MB

Whether we’re leading a project, coaching kids on a sports team or the Section Chief for a special event, we as leaders need to always remember that our team sees us. It’s up to us to provide the best example and support for them that we can.

Strengthen Your Resume in 2021 | PPP89

October 07, 2021 15:15 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

Sharing the combined four decades of my and my wife's professional experience and guidance from industry leaders on how to make your resume stand out and stay evergreen in 2021.

PPP89: 5 Tips to Strengthen Your Resume in 2021

October 07, 2021 15:15 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

Sharing the combined four decades of my and my wife's professional experience and guidance from industry leaders on how to make your resume stand out and stay evergreen in 2021.

How to Make a More Attractive Resume | PPP #89

October 07, 2021 15:15 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

Sharing the combined four decades of my and my wife's professional experience and guidance from industry leaders on how to make your resume stand out and stay evergreen in 2021.

Strengthen Your Resume in 2021

October 07, 2021 15:15 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MB

Sharing the combined four decades of my and my wife's professional experience and guidance from industry leaders on how to make your resume stand out and stay evergreen in 2021.

Hearts Aren’t Always Red

September 30, 2021 13:05 - 2 minutes - 1.21 MB

Hearts Aren’t Always Red | FF37

September 30, 2021 13:05 - 2 minutes - 1.21 MB

Getting to 20 Years of Marriage | PPP88

September 26, 2021 12:06 - 24 minutes - 32.2 MB

Sharing 10 things (5 from my wife, 5 from me) we felt helped us make through the first 20 years of our marriage.

PPP88: 10 Things That Got Us to 20 Years of Marriage

September 26, 2021 12:06 - 24 minutes - 32.2 MB

Sharing 10 things (5 from my wife, 5 from me) we felt helped us make through the first 20 years of our marriage.

Getting to 20 Years of Marriage

September 26, 2021 12:06 - 24 minutes - 32.2 MB

Sharing 10 things (5 from my wife, 5 from me) we felt helped us make through the first 20 years of our marriage.

How my Wife and I Made it To 20 Years of Marriage (and How You Can Too!) | PPP #88

September 26, 2021 12:06 - 24 minutes - 32.2 MB

Sharing 10 things (5 from my wife, 5 from me) we felt helped us make through the first 20 years of our marriage.

Brighten Someone Else’s Day Today | FF36

September 24, 2021 12:18 - 2 minutes - 999 KB

Inspired by a beautiful sunrise, cool mountain air and a quote from Jhiess Krieg. Through little things we can help make someone else stay better and intern our own.

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