Practical tips for Project Management with Blaine Tetterton

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Unlock the secrets of effective project management with Blaine Tetterton, who brings her wealth of experience from theater management to marketing and revenue operations. Blaine's journey is nothing short of fascinating, and in this episode, she shares how skills honed from managing the chaos of the stage have seamlessly translated to her current role. Plus, get the inside scoop on an upcoming event in the Raleigh-Durham area where experts will discuss the transformative impact of AI on marketing.
Dive deep into the nitty-gritty of structuring day-to-day workflows and managing workloads efficiently. We go beyond the basics, discussing advanced project management training and the integration of softer skills to elevate overall effectiveness. Blaine sheds light on capacity modeling and resource management, cautioning against the common but flawed assumption that a 40-hour work week equals full capacity. Learn how to use project management tools to better estimate task durations and make a compelling case for additional resources.
Join us as we dissect the balance between setting effective KPIs and managing complexity within varying team sizes and stages of maturity. From the strategic use of project management tools to the debate between Agile and Waterfall methodologies, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world examples. Blaine and I share our experiences, emphasizing the need for simplicity, adaptability, and the right balance of metrics to ensure your project management approach is both efficient and effective. Don't miss out on this valuable conversation that bridges the worlds of theater and business.

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Capíttulos

1. Practical Tips for Project Management (00:00:00)

2. Advanced Education in Project Management (00:11:12)

3. Capacity Modeling and Resource Management (00:18:02)

4. Strategic Use of Project Management Tools (00:26:24)

5. Balancing KPIs and Project Management (00:41:25)

6. Agile vs. Waterfall (00:54:04)