Best Project Management For The Masses Podcasts (2025)

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Freestyle Fridays - Scared Money Don't Make Money 7:28

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I still see some companies acting sheepish with AI, too scared to even try it out. That's a massive mistake. Now is the time to play offense with incorporating AI into your company and reimagining what it can become.

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Building Trust in Transformation: AI, Data, and Partner Agility 25:51

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How do you lead through change when innovation is happening at lightning speed? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Rachel Tuller, VP Global Channels at Autodesk, explores how data, AI, and culture are redefining success in the partner ecosystem. The discussion dives into what it takes to build trust, comm…

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From Dashboards to Agents: How Salesforce is Redefining Data Interaction w/ Irina Malkova 51:53

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Are dashboards dead? For complex enterprise use cases, the answer might be yes. In this episode, I'm joined by Irina Malkova (VP Data & AI at Salesforce), to discuss her team's transformational journey from building complex dashboards to deploying AI-powered conversational agents. We dive deep into how this shift is not just a change in tooling, bu…

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The Future Is Now: Culture, AI, and Human Ingenuity 27:47

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How do we unlock the real promise of AI in construction and design? Recorded live at Autodesk University 2025 in Nashville, this conversation with Dara Treseder, CMO of Autodesk, explores the importance of good technology paired with the right culture to allow innovation to thrive. When AI’s potential meets human ingenuity inside the right environm…

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Freestyle Fridays w/ Matt Housley - Fivetran + dbt?, Modern Data Stack Consolidation and AI Bubbles 42:24

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It's all about acquisitions, acquisitions, acquisitions! Matt Housley joins me to tackle the biggest rumor in the data world this week: the potential acquisition of dbt Labs by Fivetran. This news sparks a wide-ranging discussion on the inevitable consolidation of the Modern Data Stack, a trend we predicted as the era of zero-interest-rate policy e…

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Journalists, Comedians, and Other Casualties in the War on Truth 21:55

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Mass Timber, Carbon Truths, and Smarter Sustainability 27:56

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Mass timber is everywhere in today’s conversations about sustainable construction. But is it the silver bullet that many claim it to be? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt talks with Varun Kohli, Director of Sustainability at Corgan, about the real impact of mass timber and the future of sustainable design. Varun shares insights from…

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The Rise of the Context Company: Reshaping Data Engineering with Saket Saurabh 48:09

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In this episode, I sit down with Saket Saurabh (CEO of Nexla) to discuss the fundamental shift happening in the AI landscape. The conversation is moving beyond the race to build the biggest foundational models and towards a new battleground: context. We explore what it means to be a "model company" versus a "context company" and how this changes ev…

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Season 3 Ep 56: ASKED AND ANSWERED - My client is finding everything going wrong & I can’t get ahead of it, help me before I fire her! 25:22

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One of the the biggest challenges designers face with managing client expectations is how to stop overpromising and start being intentional with your process. After a recent coaching call with one of our designers, Liz had the idea to create this podcast based on why intentionality is more than just “showing up with a good attitude”. Instead, you s…

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Innovation Built on Legacy: Authentic Leadership in Construction 38:02

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What does it take to turn a century-old family trade business into a modern, people-first brand? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt sits down with Christene Marie, founder of The Knowing Group, host of the Craft & Calling Podcast, and fourth-generation leader in her family’s 100+ year business. Christene shares her journey of balanci…

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The Fundamentals of Metadata Management and Uncovering the MetaGrid w/ Ole Olesen-Bagneux 55:03

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In this episode, I sit down with Ole to discuss his new book, "Fundamentals of Metadata Management." We move past the simple definition of "data about data" to a more nuanced view of metadata as something that exists in two places at once , serving as a pointer to find information elsewhere. Ole introduces his core concept of the "MetaGrid"—the int…

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You Need to Write a Better RFP for PR & Communications Work 37:11

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The typical RFP process for hiring PR and communications firms produces sub-optimal outcomes for all parties. (That's the polite way of saying it's really bad.) We believe it can be done better, but it will take increased transparency and trust between organizations and agencies. In this episode, Abbie and Adrian discuss how the traditional RFP has…

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Freestyle Fridays - My Observations on How AI Is Already Reshaping Work 12:24

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The way we work is changing right in front of us. In this rant, I talk about how I'm seeing AI reshape how technical and non-technical people do their work. The bottom line - there's a lot of room to innovate and evolve your job.

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Season 3 Ep 55: ASKED AND ANSWERED - I am losing leads. What am I doing wrong? 16:00

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Liz is going solo again and giving you her expertise into the art of handling new lead calls with intention and strategy. Liz handles our discovery calls at In Detail and we do a great job at converting our prospective clients because it is not about rattling off your services or rushing into pricing—it’s about active listening. By asking the right…

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Why Your Data Project Will Fail (It's Not The Tech) w/ Remco Broekmans & Marco Wobben 1:18:55

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In this discussion, I sit down with data veterans Remco Broekmans and Marco Wobben to explore why so many data projects fail. They argue that the problem isn't the technology, but a fundamental misunderstanding of communication, culture, and long-term strategy.The conversation goes deep into the critical shift from being a "hardcore techie" to focu…

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Freestyle Fridays - Givers and Takers 19:22

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Are you a giver or a taker? It seems like every few months, I have to put out a PSA about how I get annoyed at unsolicited pitches from people who are one-sided and transactional. These people are takers. I've got no time for takers. Instead, pay it forward. Give away your ideas in free articles and videos. Mentor people. Create an open source proj…

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A Veteran Tech Executive's Warning on AI, Greed, the Cost of Mass Layoffs w/ Wendy Turner-Williams 1:00:21

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In this episode, I sit down with Wendy Turner-Williams, a distinguished tech leader and executive with a deep history at companies like Microsoft and Salesforce. She's of the original minds behind what became Azure Data Factory, among other foundational tech. In this wide-ranging conversation, Wendy charts the trajectory from the early days of the …

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Adapting to Uncertainty in Construction: Technology, AI, and Change Management 32:17

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How can construction companies thrive in an era where uncertainty is the new normal? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Dustin Stephens shares his journey from the jobsite to technology leadership, offering practical insights for navigating today’s industry challenges. From labor shortages and supply chain disruptions to tariff fluctuations, Dust…

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Freestyle Fridays w/ Matt Housley - The Pedantic Layer, Frauds, and more 34:14

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Matt Housley joins me for our monthly chat. This time, we discuss my article The Pedantic Layer, fraud, and more.

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A Pop Star and a Football Player Walk Into a Cracker Barrel 26:54

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Abbie and Adrian take a break from the very serious topics we've discussed on recent episodes to share our hot and Coldplay takes on a few of the stories that have been dominating the news lately. From the kiss cam to Cracker Barrel—with rambling detours and digressions on Marilyn Monroe and Taylor Swift—there's something in this episode to interes…

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The Future of AI, Data Architecture, a Life of Non-Stop Travel and Punk Rock with Stephen Brobst 47:22

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There are very few people like Stephen Brobst, a legendary tech CTO and "certified data geek," Stephen shares his incredible journey, from his early days in computational physics and building real-time trading systems on Wall Street to becoming the CTO for Teradata and now Ab Initio Software. Stephen provides a masterclass on the evolution of data …

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From Cool Tech to Real Change: Grounding Innovation in Reality 30:37

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What does it take to bring true innovation into one of the world’s most risk-averse industries? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd and Ryan unpack how to move from breakthrough technology to real-world adoption. The discussion explores why being honest about where you really are matters more than hype, how simplicity often beats complexity, …

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Season 3 Ep 54: Are You Afraid to Define Your Value? 49:09

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Little did we know our Pricing and Salary Survey results were going to give us great nuggets of information that we could share for many future podcasts to come! One of the biggest challenges we found designers face is defining their product. Too often, “full-service design” means something different to every designer—and that inconsistency makes i…

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Freestyle Fridays - What's Next After AI? 21:02

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The AI hype cycle seems to be calming down a bit, and this is awesome. Humanity always craves another hype cycle, so I give some ideas on what I think is next after AI.

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The Playbook for Building Winning Partnerships in Data & AI with Eleanor Thompson 56:51

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Ever wonder how companies in the crowded data and AI space build powerful alliances to drive revenue and growth? In this episode, I sit down with Eleanor Thompson, a partnerships expert based in London and founder of a successful partnerships consultancy. Drawing from her experience running the partner program at Fivetran during its hyper-growth ph…

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Freestyle Fridays - AI Televangelism 21:50

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Is reality setting in for the AI bubble? Who the hell knows. This is definitely the most bipolar bubble I've ever seen, making the dotcom bubble look downright tame. In this rant, I discuss why AI is in its televangelist moment, and why a reality check is necessary to keep real progress on AI on track.…

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Where Everyone Belongs: Developing Leadership in Middle School with Sandra Fink 19:29

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Sandra Fink is a physical education teacher in Glendale, California, where she has taught for 36 years. For the past 10 years she has been the coordinator of a leadership program called WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) at Wilson Middle School. The WEB leadership program is designed to help sixth graders transition to middle school with support from eig…

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Can AI Help Us Build Trust—and Build Better—in Construction? 28:42

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Can artificial intelligence really help solve one of construction’s biggest challenges—trust? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, Todd Weyandt speaks with Jessica Herrala, Head of Sales and Regional Director of North America at Buildots, about the evolving role of AI and real-time data in construction project management. From her early days walkin…

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The Insane Dangers of AI Influence Ops and More w/ Disesdi Susanna Cox 55:12

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What are the hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface of vibe coded apps and hyped-up CEO promises? And what is Influence Ops?I'm joined by Susanna Cox (Disesdi), an AI security architect, researcher, and red teamer who has been working at the intersection of AI and security for over a decade. She provides a masterclass on the current state of AI…

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Season 3 Ep 53: Why Selling Yourself Short in K&B Costs You Big 57:15

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Kitchen and bath design must be treated — and priced — as the high-level specialty it is. These are not "just another room" — instead, they are some of the most complex, high-stakes, and profitable part of your business if you treat it that way. Too many designers undervalue their skills, we discuss how flat fees protect both your expertise and you…

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Freestyle Fridays - AI Vibes, Sameness, and Skill Erosion 22:47

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What's the nature of skills and competency when we're all just AI enabled button pushers? I rant about why we need to retain our sense of competence and uniqueness in an age where everything is rapidly becoming a sea of sameness and lameness.

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Why AI Won't Fix Your Legacy Code & The Dangers of "Vibe Coding" w/ Marianne Bellotti 1:09:45

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Is AI the silver bullet for modernizing our aging software systems, or is it a fast track to creating the next generation of unmaintainable "slopware"?In this episode, I sit down with Marianne Bellotti, author of the amazing book "Kill It With Fire," to discuss the complex reality of legacy system modernization in the age of AI. We explore why unde…

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Lead with Intention: Knowing When to Let the Fires Burn 32:56

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What if the key to stronger leadership wasn’t solving every problem—but knowing which ones to let burn? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, host Todd Weyandt explores the path from overwhelm to order with actionable leadership strategies tailored for the construction industry. Learn why joy requires intentional perspective, how to delegate effecti…

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Freestyle Friday w/ Matt Housley - AI PhDs, Clanker Content, FoDE retrospective, and more 41:42

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Matt Housley joins me to chat about whether it matters that AI is PhD level, clanker content (the new term for AI slop), a retrospective on Fundamentals of Data Engineering, and much more.

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Launching the Knight Center for the Future of News at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication 29:46

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Dean Battinto Batts and Professor Julia Wallace from Arizona State University join us to talk about the recent launch of the Knight Center for the Future of News at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The Knight Center for the Future of News focuses on creating sustainable models and innovative practices for the journ…

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Shane Gibson - The Power of the Information Product Canvas 1:12:27

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Shane Gibson just published a book - The Information Product Canvas. We discuss his journey as an author and publisher, why shared language is critical in data projects, the iterative processes that can enhance data team efficiency, and the role of canvases in business strategy. We also get into how AI might evolve the landscape of data and publish…

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Construction Podcast Journey: How Bridging the Gap Built Trust, Thought Leadership & Community 39:18

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What does a real construction podcast journey look like—and how can it drive trust and innovation in a traditional industry? In this episode of Bridging the Gap, host Todd Weyandt steps into the guest seat for a special crossover conversation originally aired on the Podcast Gurus podcast. Todd shares the full behind-the-scenes story of how Bridging…

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Season 3 Ep 52: ASKED AND ANSWERED - I Like Hourly, Why Should I Charge Flat Fees? 8:29

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In this Ask and Answered episode, we break down the real reasons flat fees can transform your business—and why hourly billing might be keeping you small. The mindset shift designers need to make is to stop thinking like a technician and start pricing like a CEO. Flat fees protect your time, boost your authority, and create a better experience for y…

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Freestyle Fridays - High on Crazy Pills 21:21

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Does today's use of AI coding agents remind you of a drunken high school or college party? Just like people discovering drugs and alcohol for the first time, I feel like the tech and data industry is in a similar place. "Just vibe..." is the mantra now. But when I talk with developers and data practitioners in private, I get different vibes. There'…

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Kostas Pardalis - AI Native Data Engines 1:16:25

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Kostas Pardalis (Co-Founder @ Typedef) joins me to chat about the rapid evolution of AI and data infrastructure, next generation architectures, and much more

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Freestyle Fridays - Big AI, Bigger Layoffs, Same Old Problems? 22:57

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In this episode, I unpack how Big Tech is using massive AI investment to justify mass layoffs. All of this AI projects keep failing for the same reasons every other tech wave and IT project has: bad data, org problems, etc. Will AI be different?

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Shane Murray - The Impact of AI on Data Teams, Unstructured Data Observability, and More 52:03

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Shane Murray (Field CTO Monte Carlo, Former Head of Data NY Times) joins me to chat about the impact of AI on data teams and business strategies, data observability on unstructured data, and more.

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REPLAY! How to Make Money Selling Project Management - Top Fave of 2025! 38:41

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How can you be team player without giving up your own rights? Working with contractors can be a tricky relationship when they want you to stay in your lane--BUT it doesn't have to be. Creating a team approach with positioning in your marketing, the copy that you use, the verbiage that you talk about, and how you talk about it with other people, all…

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Freestyle Friday - Hedonic Treadmills, Goal-Oriented Type A Success, and Letting Go 16:01

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I'm very type-A and goal-oriented to a very unhealthy degree. In this rant, I explain how I'm slowly letting go of this and instead focusing on long-term sustainability.

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Madison Schott - From Analytics Engineer to Content Creator 47:10

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Madison Schott joins me to chat about about her journey from working as an analytics engineer to creating content about dbt, SQL, data modeling, and more.

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Why OKRs Fail (and How to Fix Them) 54:04

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OKRs promise strategic clarity but often fail. Philipp Schett, CEO of Wave 9 and ex-Microsoft/Meta exec, joins the show to reveal why. Learn the common pitfalls, the red flags of a failing program, and how to use project management principles to implement OKRs that actually drive results. The post Why OKRs Fail (and How to Fix Them) appeared first …

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Freestyle Fridays - I'm Ambivalent About Vibes, The Power of No, and More 21:01

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Are you vibe coding? Using Claude Code, Cursor, etc? I really don't care. I also talk about the power of no, Spartan Races, and more.

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Public Relations Is Alive and Kicking 23:08

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Abbie Fink and Adrian McIntyre talk about the crucial role that public relations professionals have a within a well-integrated communications team. They discuss how PR has evolved in response to technological advances in AI and automation, highlighting its importance as a strategic component in modern business. Abbie shares her journey from journal…

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Peter Hanssens - Building Strong Data Engineering Communities 57:26

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Peter Hanssens is an Australia-based data engineer, business owner, and community pillar. He runs Cloud Shuttle, a data engineering consultancy and organizes DataEngBytes, a series of meetups and conferences throughout Australia and New Zealand. We chat about building data engineering communities, running conferences, and much more.…

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Season 3 Ep 51: ASKED AND ANSWERED - I'm so busy, I don't have time to answer every lead. Do I really need to? 11:56

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We have another asked and answered topic this week! We are talking about reframing what many designers see as “wasted” discovery calls. Just because a lead isn’t a fit for full service doesn’t mean it’s a dead end. Consider this as a chance to position your firm as a resource, build brand equity, and generate revenue—especially when you offer varie…