Stress free Project Management and Emotional Intelligence with James Louttit

This interview podcast features Cesar Abeid interviewing project management expert James Louttit about his book, "Leading Impactful Teams." The conversation begins with an introduction to Louttit's background and book, which offers a novel, story-driven approach to project management. Key discussion points include the "eight lenses" of project management (scope, time, cost, quality, team, stakeholder, risk, and prioritization), the importance of emotional intelligence in project management, and practical techniques for managing stress and uncertainty. Louttit emphasizes the importance of contemplation and using tools like silent writing to improve team communication and decision-making. Listeners gain practical advice on improving emotional intelligence, managing risk effectively by linking contingency plans to identified risks, and prioritizing tasks for better project outcomes.