The Everyday PM: Project Management Principles for Your Everyday Life

The U.S. construction industry is facing a crisis that threatens billions in infrastructure projects — and it's not just about labor shortages. It's about skills gaps, diversity challenges, and preparing for an AI-driven future.
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Vijayeta Malla, a Program/Project Controls Professional with 17+ years of experience managing $47B+ infrastructure programs including the Ontario Line Subway and Port of Oakland projects. As PMI's Global Construction Ambassador and a pioneer in AI-enabled project controls, Dr. Malla brings a unique perspective bridging experience across India, Canada, and the USA.
In this episode, we dive deep into:
🏗️ The Real Crisis — What the workforce shortage actually looks like on billion-dollar mega-projects and why it should keep every PM up at night
🤖 The Technology Paradox — How AI, BIM, and advanced tools can help solve the crisis (or make it worse), and what "building skills from the ground up" means in 2026
👷‍♀️ The Diversity Solution — Why tradeswomen are leaving construction, and how addressing inclusion isn't just about fairness — it's about survival
⚡ Practical Actions TODAY — What project managers can do right now to address understaffed teams, skills gaps, and high turnover
🔮 The Future Vision — What success looks like 5-10 years from now and the one thing every PM needs to understand about this crisis
Dr. Malla's research has been cited 146+ times, and she's presented at major conferences including AACE, ASC, and PMI Global Summit. Her insights on women in construction, AI applications in AEC, and creating inclusive workplaces are transforming how the industry thinks about its future.
Whether you're managing a small renovation or overseeing billion-dollar infrastructure programs, this conversation will change how you think about workforce challenges and your role in solving them.

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In a world drowning in corporate jargon and endless meetings, Rachel Losser brings a refreshingly direct approach to enterprise project management: Get Shit Done.
Rachel launched her own consulting firm, Losser Consulting Solutions, in 2024 with a bold mission—helping leaders deliver mission-critical projects where failure simply isn't an option. Her team doesn't just talk about transformation; they drag projects across the finish line when enterprises are stuck in analysis paralysis.
In this episode, we dive into:
🎯 The 'Get Shit Done' Philosophy - What it actually looks like in practice when you're working with large enterprises that can't seem to make decisions
⚙️ Scaling the Right Way - How to simultaneously solve people problems AND technology problems (most consultants only focus on one)
🚀 Mission-Critical Stakes - What it really means to work on projects where failure has massive consequences, and how Rachel's approach differs from traditional consulting firms
💡 Real-World Examples - Specific stories of cutting through the fluff and delivering results when the pressure is on
Whether you're a PM fighting through bureaucracy, a leader trying to build processes that actually scale, or a consultant wondering if there's a better way—this conversation will give you the clarity and courage to cut through the noise.

Join us for an extraordinary conversation with Rahul Chenna, the youngest person in history to obtain the PgMP (Program Management Professional) certification. This groundbreaking achievement showcases his exceptional dedication to the field.
In this episode, we explore:
Rahul's historic achievement as the youngest PgMP certification holder and what it took to reach this milestone
His unique transition from computer science and engineering management to program management excellence
How his Master's in Engineering Management shaped his innovative approach to process optimization
The significant milestone he achieved in October 2025 marked a pivotal moment in his career
His active leadership within the Project Management Institute (PMI) and passionate commitment to giving back through pro bono projects
What the future holds for this record-breaking professional who balances technical mastery with meaningful community impact
Perfect for: Project managers, engineering professionals, PMI members, certification candidates, and anyone inspired by stories of exceptional achievement and professional development in program management.
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Great leaders don't wait for good culture to happen—they build it. In this powerful conversation with Lisa Even, keynote speaker, corporate leadership expert, and bestselling author, we dive deep into the ripple effect of intentional culture building.
Lisa brings over a decade of experience working with Fortune 500 companies, helping them lead with intention and proactively shape culture through growth, chaos, and everything they can't control.

In this episode, we explore:✨ What truly defines positive team culture and why it matters🌊 How the ripple effect shapes team dynamics (and how to make it positive)💡 Real-world examples of culture shifts that transformed teams🚀 Actionable steps leaders can take TODAY to build better culture

Whether you're a seasoned PM, team lead, or aspiring leader, this conversation will give you the tools to create the kind of workplace culture that drives results AND makes people want to stay.

Don't just manage projects—build the culture that makes great projects possible.

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Ever get that sinking feeling that your project is heading off the rails, but you can't quite put your finger on why?

In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Oleniuk, former Federal Chief Audit Executive who oversaw billions in government projects. Matthew had a unique vantage point—he wasn't just managing projects, he was auditing them. This gave him an insider's view of what really separates successful initiatives from expensive disasters.

In this conversation, we explore:
Why project challenges are surprisingly universal across public and private sectors
The three critical early warning signs every PM should watch for: disengaged stakeholders, vague status updates, and exhausted teams
How the auditor's perspective reveals patterns that project managers miss when they're too close to the action
Practical strategies for nonprofits and public service organizations with limited resources

Whether you're managing a small team initiative or overseeing complex capital projects, Matthew's insights could save your next project—and your sanity.

Perfect for: Project managers, nonprofit directors, public sector leaders, and anyone who's ever wondered "how did we miss the warning signs?"

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