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Episode Synopsis
🎙️ Simplifying Project Management:🔥 EPISODE OVERVIEWEver tried to explain project management and watched eyes glaze over? In this episode, I will do my very best to simplify the complex world of project management by using kid-friendly analogies that make anyone...Yes, even a 5-year-old understands what project managers actually do. From baking cookies to solving puzzles, this episode breaks down leadership, clarity, and teamwork in simple terms.By the end, you’ll not only know how to explain your job to anyone but also how to lead your team with empathy, connection, and simplicity that cuts through the noise.✅ 1:1 COACHING If imposter syndrome is slowing you down or you struggle to explain your value as a project manager, my 1:1 coaching will help you communicate with clarity, lead with confidence, and make every conversation count. 👉 Apply here: https://pxl.to/edwardcokejr🎯 WHAT YOU’LL LEARNHow to explain your project management role in a way that anyone can understandWhy simplicity builds trust and clarity with your team and stakeholdersThe eight analogies that redefine complex PM responsibilities in everyday termsHow to communicate your leadership value without technical jargonWhy empathy is your greatest superpower as a project managerHow to turn “What do you actually do?” into an engaging conversation starterHow storytelling can transform your leadership communicationThe mindset shift from managing projects to connecting people🕒 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction: Explaining Your Job to a 5-Year-Old00:14 – A Cookie Baking Lesson00:53 – The Cookie Baker Analogy01:03 – Simplifying Project Management01:47 – Point 1: The Cookie Baker02:34 – Point 2: The Clever Detective03:06 – Point 3: The Project Magician03:49 – Point 4: The Lifeguard04:33 – Point 5: The Adventure Storyteller05:13 – Point 6: The Small Firefighter05:52 – Point 7: The Superhero of Solutions06:34 – Point 8: The Puzzle Expert07:35 – Conclusion: The Essence of Project Management✅ 1:1 COACHING If imposter syndrome is slowing you down or you struggle to explain your value as a project manager, my 1:1 coaching will help you communicate with clarity, lead with confidence, and make every conversation count. 👉 Apply here:
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