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Project Zero
From first steps to best practices — stories that shaped project leaders.
Project Zero is a podcast for project managers — and the PM-curious — who want more than frameworks and certifications. Each episode features a project leader, highlighting first projects and the pivotal lessons that shaped their approach to leadership, collaboration, and delivery.
From unexpected missteps to breakthrough moments, these conversations reveal what it really takes to grow into a confident, competent project manager. It’s honest, insightful, and designed to help you lead better — whether you're managing your first task or your hundredth milestone.
Project Zero
Episode 08: How Hurricane Katrina Launched a PM Career with Tanya Boyd
In this episode of Project Zero, host Alex Tuck interviews Tanya Boyd, the Director of Creative Collaboration at Project Success Academy. Tanya shares her non-traditional journey into project management, which began with her work on the Road Home Program created after Hurricane Katrina. She discusses how she transitioned from a background in English and journalism to a peer reviewer and eventually recognized her role as a project manager. Tanya also reflects on the importance of communication, adaptability, and learning from failures. The episode delves into her experience with PMI certifications, working in disaster recovery, and the evolving landscape of project management methodologies.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:24 Tanya's Background and Role
01:26 Journey into Project Management
03:31 The Accidental Project Manager
04:57 Project Zero Experience
08:15 Lessons Learned and Overcoming Challenges
22:30 Importance of Communication
26:19 Speed Round and Final Reflections
29:42 Conclusion and Farewell
Connect with Tanya: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-boyd-pmp-project-personality/
Connect with Alex Tuck: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alextuck/
www.tuckconsultinggroup.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/tuckconsultinggroup/
