How PMs Can Unify Marketing, Sales, & Customer Success to Deliver Impactful Projects

In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape, the traditional metrics of project management—the iron triangle of scope, schedule, and budget—often fall short in measuring true project success. As projects become increasingly complex, there's a growing need to redefine success metrics to ensure that projects not only meet deadlines and stay within budget but also deliver meaningful and lasting impact.Galen Low is joined by Pam Butkowski (SVP of Delivery Management at Hero Digital) & Stephanie Best (Managing Director at Greannmhar) to delve into the importance of looking beyond conventional metrics to redefine what success means in project management.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Pam and Stephanie on LinkedInCheck out Greannmhar and Hero Digital

Volunteering has long been an avenue for individuals to give back to their communities, but its impact on professional development, particularly in project management, is a lesser-known benefit.Galen Low is joined by Yasmina Khelifi (Senior Project Manager) & Mayte Mata Sivera (Head of PMO) to discuss how their volunteer experiences have significantly propelled their careers.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Mayte and Yasmina on LinkedInGet 15% off Mayte & Yasmina's book The Volunteering Journey to Project Leadership

In today's ever-changing job market, the true sense of security isn't found in the confines of our current employment but in our ability to generate income through building new relationships.Galen Low is joined by Max Traylor—The Consultant’s Consultant and Founder of Max Traylor LLC—to delve into the concept of job security and emphasizes that true stability in one's career stems from developing the ability to generate income independently of a single employer.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Max on LinkedIn and XCheck out Max’s websiteBeers with Max PodcastMax’s book: Agency Survival Guide

In an era marked by rapid technological evolution, project managers stand at the forefront, uniquely positioned to harness these changes to deliver strategic value. The burgeoning world of generative AI offers both challenges and opportunities.Galen Low is joined by Jean Kang (Founder of Path To PM), Ordonna Sargeant (Director of Data Governance at American Express), Mukhtar Kadiri (Program Director at WorkTipsPro) to explore the current landscape and future directions for project managers.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Jean, Mukhtar, and Ordonna on LinkedIn

In today's fast-paced market, mastering the complexities of hybrid project management has become a necessity. Hybrid project management, which blends traditional and agile methodologies, allows for more flexible and efficient project delivery.Galen Low is joined by Ann Campea—VP of Operations at TrueSense Marketing & Host of The Everyday PM Podcast—to share her wealth of experience from overseeing iconic toy brands at Hasbro to navigating dynamic tech environments at Amazon and Apple.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Ann on LinkedInCheck out TrueSense MarketingThe Everyday PM Podcast

In a digital landscape that's constantly evolving, the role of project managers and other agency professionals is being redefined. It's no longer sufficient to simply manage tasks; the expectation now is to adopt a consultant mindset, one that actively seeks to add value at every turn.Galen Low is joined by Max Traylor—The Consultant’s Consultant and Founder of Max Traylor LLC—to explore how shifting your perspective from merely completing projects to becoming a trusted advisor can unlock new opportunities, enhance client retention, and significantly grow your career.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Max on LinkedIn and XCheck out Max’s website

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital project management, rising through the ranks from individual contributor to a director-level role can seem like a daunting but exhilarating climb.Galen Low is joined by Jessica D'Amato Crosby—Director of Digital Marketing at Vye—to explore her journey and the pivotal lessons she learned along the way.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Jessica on LinkedIn and XCheck out Vye

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of project managers is constantly being redefined. As we delve deeper into the age of AI, one might wonder how traditional project management skills can coexist and even thrive alongside these technological advancements. Enter emotional intelligence (EQ), often hailed as a project manager’s secret weapon.Galen Low is joined by Ann Campea—VP of Operations at TrueSense Marketing & Host of The Everyday PM Podcast—to discuss the intersection of AI and EQ in the realm of project management.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Ann on LinkedInCheck out TrueSense MarketingThe Everyday PM Podcast

Volunteering has long been a noble endeavor, but did you know it can also be a game-changer for your career, especially in project management?Galen Low is joined by Karl Sakas—Agency Advisor at Sakas & Company—to uncover how volunteer work can set you apart in the competitive field of project management.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Karl on LinkedInCheck out Sakas & CompanyVolunteerMatch (directory for finding volunteer opportunities)Idealist.org (volunteer listings, in additional to full-time jobs)Pro bono marketing: 10 guidelines for non-profit clients

In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, the success of any digital product hinges not just on the technology behind it but also on the harmonious collaboration among various teams within an organization.Galen Low is joined by Jessica D'Amato Crosby—Director of Digital Marketing at Vye—to delve into the increasingly important trend of breaking down the silos between digital marketing teams, sales teams, customer success teams, and many others, to create a unified and seamless customer experience.Resources from this episode:Join DPM MembershipSubscribe to the newsletter to get our latest articles and podcastsConnect with Jessica on LinkedIn and XCheck out VyeThe book Jess mentions is “Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard” by Chip and Dan Heath