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Project Management Happy Hour

Kim Essendrup and Kate Anderson
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Risk Management
Team Dynamics
Leadership
Burnout
Trust Bricks
Not Impossible Labs
Maine HR System Project
Imposter Syndrome
Humanitarian Innovation
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Project Management Offices
Collaboration
Star Wars
Boardroom
Negotiation
Expectations
Agile

PM Happy Hour is the place for frank and honest discussion about real world issues in project management. We do it in a way that's not too dry, though it may get a bit salty from time to time. Each episode, your hosts Kim Essendrup and Kate Anderson cover a problem faced in project management today, and share practical advice, real-life examples and the occasional project horror story. Not only th... more

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You know the moment.

Your project plan is solid. The scope is defined. The team is ready. Then an executive walks by and casually asks:

"Can we just make this AI?"

Suddenly you're no longer managing a project. You're managing expectations, buzz... more

AI is changing work fast enough to give every project manager emotional whiplash. New tools, new workflows, new expectations… and somehow you're still expected to hit deadlines, manage stakeholders, and explain for the fifth time why the project scop... more

If your to-do list is 47 items long, your Slack won't shut up, and you ended the day thinking, "Cool… but what did I actually accomplish?"—welcome. You're among friends.

In this episode, Kim and Kate take on the very real, very unsexy side of proje... more

If your weekly calendar looks like the loser in a state fair quilt competition - just solid blocks of mismatched colors with no room to breathe - this episode is for you. Today, we're joined by facilitation expert Evan Unger to talk about a topic tha... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Heuer
Vice President of Learning at PMI, expert in learning and professional development for project professionals
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Episode: 125: How to survive the AI landscape as a PM with PMI's Dr Kelly Heuer
Evan Unger
Facilitation and meetings expert
Evan Unger Consulting
Episode: 123 - Hungry Hungry HPPOs - managing loud personalities with Evan Unger
Bill Brantley
President and Chief Learning Officer of BAS2A, noted for work on project management, public administration, and organizational learning
BAS2A (Brantley Advanced Social Sciences Application)
Episode: 120 - How smart teams talk themselves into Failure, with Dr. Bill Brantley
Sheila Morago
Executive Director of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association
Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association
Episode: 113 - Top Shelf Replay: Stage direction in the boardroom
Norlander Wilson
Founder and CEO of Becoma, an operational strategy firm that helps leaders enhance their work-life balance.
Becoma
Episode: 112 - Burnout: when a 500k job isn't worth it, with Norlander Wilson
Dave Garrett
Senior Advisor at Project Management Institute
Project Management Institute
Episode: 110 - Are you defining project success wrong? Most PM's do! With PMI's Dave Garrett
Mick Ebeling
Founder of Not Impossible Labs, an innovation incubator focused on tackling social issues through technology
Not Impossible Labs
Episode: 101 - The Project Behind: Not Impossible Labs with Mick Ebeling
Kayla Quijas
Senior Project Manager and Certified Career Coach
International Law Firm
Episode: 099 - The Iron Triangle of Getting a PM Job, with PM Career Coach, Kayla Quijas
James Louttit
Head of project management competency at a large bank, former CIO and author
Episode: 098 - Don't Eat the Prickly Pears: Learning how to prioritize with James Louttit

Hosts

Kim Essendrup
Host of Project Management Happy Hour; frequent co-host; affiliated with PM Happy Hour and PMI-related training initiatives
Kate Anderson
Co-host and frequent host; leads show formats, interviews, and role-play segments

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 728 ratings
  • Give it a shot! 🍹

    This podcast deserves more recognition. Kate and Kim effortlessly combine PM topics with their quirky personalities to make show that’s both entertaining and educative. My favorite thing is that PM theory is not shoved on a plate and served to us, they take the time to present ideas, friendly banter down each path and leads listeners with real world experiences, and then at the end, the listener feels like they fully digested the material and also made a buddy at the bar🍻One thing I can see why... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Smallest PM
    United States2 months ago
  • Super Helpful

    I’ve been a PM for 8 years and found this podcast at a time when I was about to step into a much bigger role with a much bigger company, a much bigger paycheck and of course MUCH more visibility and responsibility. I was nervous and looking for anything to help me prep for what was to come and Kim and Kate became my mentors by proxy at the exact right moment. I will totally credit this podcast with helping me get off on the right foot in my new role and providing some awesome insight, tips, vali... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    muska1994
    United States7 months ago
  • My favorite commute entertainment

    I’m obsessed with Kim and Kate. They’re charming, kind, warm, and affirming. They’ve helped me transition from teaching high school to earning my PMP and landing my first corporate role and now my first promotion! They gently teach the language of corporate and project management without making me feel dumb, and they make me laugh along the way! I recommend this podcast to everyone I know who wants to do their job better, PM or not.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LilKd417
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great ideas, presented in a human, practical way

    These are engaging shows with really great collaborators - well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James Louttit
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Love it

    Entertaining and informative. I never thought that Project Management training would have me chuckling so much. Staying awake through training is no longer a challenge!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neil218
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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The hosts mix PM theory with real-world stories in a relatable, entertaining way.
Audience finds actionable takeaways and authentic banter valuable for PDUs and professional growth.
Listeners appreciate practical frameworks and humor; the show helps with real-world PM challenges.
Guests and format are consistently engaging and informative for both new and experienced PMs.

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123 - Hungry Hungry HPPOs - managing loud personalities with Evan Unger
Q: What practical tool helps balance participation in a virtual meeting?
Use simultaneous chat with a structured flow: ask a question, have participants type answers without hitting enter, and then share responses to ensure broad participation.
119 - TSR: They told me I'm 'too nice'??
Q: What do you do with the feedback, you're too nice?
This type of feedback often reflects societal biases and can be unconstructive; it is important to determine its validity and seek actionable insights.
114 - Happy Hour Chatter: What PMs Really Do, Fear in Decision-Making, and Lessons from Going solo
Q: Is it really about working for yourself or what your business is doing?
It can be a combination of both, with more importance placed on what you're doing depending on the level of investment needed.
114 - Happy Hour Chatter: What PMs Really Do, Fear in Decision-Making, and Lessons from Going solo
Q: What advice would you give somebody who's beginning the working for themselves journey?
You need to want your business and be linked to a purpose, as there will be ups and downs along the way.
113 - Top Shelf Replay: Stage direction in the boardroom
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your role with OIGA?
I'm the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association, a non-profit trade association representing all tribes in Oklahoma with gaming or casinos.

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What is Project Management Happy Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers practical, real-world project management guidance delivered with warmth and humor. Hosts Kim and Kate translate PM theory into actionable tips, often sharing personal stories, interviews with industry leaders, and energizing role-plays that illuminate stakeholder management, meeting culture, and decision-making under pressure. Episodes frequently center on durable skills like leadership, communication, and business acumen, with a friendly, bar-room dialogue vibe that makes complex topics approachable. A notable strength is the mix of expert guests, interactive formats, and a credibility boost from being tied to PMI-related education, which also appeals to listeners seeking PDUs. Potential listeners will find value in concret... more

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2. Evan Unger
3. Bill Brantley
4. Sheila Morago
5. Norlander Wilson
6. Dave Garrett
7. Mick Ebeling
8. Kayla Quijas

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