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Tired of dreaming big but never taking action? Hope is NOT a Plan equips you with the tools and strategies to turn your goals into reality. Learn from Kevin Pannell, a veteran of Public Safety, Emergency Management, and Program Management, with over 30 years of experience in turning plans into action.
Ditch the guesswork and bridge the gap between wishful thinking and real results. Each episode equips you with:
*Actionable steps: Break down your goals into clear, achievable tasks.
**Proven best practices: Learn from Kevin's experience and industry insights.
***Practical strategies: Discover how to overcome obstacles and stay motivated.
Ready to stop hoping and start achieving? Subscribe to Hope is NOT a Plan and take control of your future! More at hopesnotaplan.com.
Stay safe out there, know that hope ignites and that action transforms, and I wish you all, Godspeed,
Kevin
Ditch the guesswork and bridge the gap between wishful thinking and real results. Each episode equips you with:
*Actionable steps: Break down your goals into clear, achievable tasks.
**Proven best practices: Learn from Kevin's experience and industry insights.
***Practical strategies: Discover how to overcome obstacles and stay motivated.
Ready to stop hoping and start achieving? Subscribe to Hope is NOT a Plan and take control of your future! More at hopesnotaplan.com.
Stay safe out there, know that hope ignites and that action transforms, and I wish you all, Godspeed,
Kevin
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Despite having the tools for success, some organizations often struggle to translate processes and training into effective action. This is not only evident in reading after action reports or ‘AARs’ from disasters, and human attacks, it is also true in the world of project and change management. Upon reading these AARs you'll consistently find three key themes among the lessons learned: a disconnect between process and practice, a "knowledge-action" gap, and a lack of a culture of action.Today I’m going to equip listeners with practical strategies to transform well-intentioned plans into tangible results by focusing on process optimization, making time for training, and prioritizing realistic practice.Thank you all for listening to Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Action. I do hope this episode ignites your passion to make a difference in your own knowledge gaps, and your actions begin to transform not only yourself, but those around you in a positive way. This podcast is available on Apple, Spotify, and most other platforms, where you can also, and I ask that you do, leave a review, subscribe, and share with others. Stay safe out there, know that hope ignites and that action transforms, and I wish you all, Godspeed, Kevin
Today, we're exploring human factors engineering, a fascinating field that impacts everything from your office chair to the airplane cockpit.
Imagine a young man growing up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, excelling on the baseball diamond, then trading his cleats for the uniform of a U.S. Navy submariner. This video interview and podcast episode, My Dad Kept Us Safe: A Nuclear Engineer's Journey, isn't just a conversation; it's a window into a life working in the nuclear power industry fueled by dedication, a thirst for knowledge, and a desire to make a positive impact.Key Chapters:00:00 From the Ballpark to the Control Room24:00 Nuclear Power: Beyond the Headlines1:06:20 Safety First, Powered by PeopleThank you all for listening to this second, and more detailed, part of my conversation with my Father George Pannell. His passion for nuclear power and doing the right thing will stay with me forever.Stay safe, consider the human factors, and Godspeed,KevinMore at https://hopesnotaplan.com
In A Five-Minute Look at the Dying Process, I help prepare the listener for what it is like when their loved one moves through their last moments on Earth. Death is a difficult topic, but knowledge about death can empower us and mentally prepare us for when our loved ones are ready pass on. In this short episode we talk through the stages of physical death.The Stages:Decline in body functionsAltered consciousnessThe Final momentsAs hard as seeing death, particularly seeing our loved one’s die is, remember that hope is not a plan and that with some preparation, we can fuel our hope and better prepare our mind, body, and spirit to support our loved one’s journey to the afterlife.Stay safe, spend time with your loved ones, and Godspeed,KevinIf you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone you think could benefit. For more on caring for an ailing loved one or parent, visit hopesnotaplan.com and listen to the Hope is NOT a Plan podcast on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow the show on Instagram and Twitter @hopesnotaplan and visit the Facebook page and YouTube channel, both called Hope is NOT a Plan
End-of-life care can be a difficult conversation, but planning is crucial to help have more productive conversations, to shore up potential care plans, and, ultimately, to face the truth of what’s to come. It's normal to feel overwhelmed or scared, but avoiding the topic can cause more problems later. In this episode, How to Support Your Parent's End-of-Life Care Planning I’m sharing five considerations to help you support your ailing or end-of-life parent in the most action-oriented and efficient manner.Five Considerations:Open the conversations now about what good end-of-life looks likeDive into the care options available to you and your parentsReview the medical and legal considerations of who can help make decisionsReview the finances and plan for now and the futureDon’t forget to take care of yourself as you support your parentsThank you for choosing the Hope is NOT a Plan podcast. I hope the plans in these episodes help you balance your life, mind, body, and spirit.Stay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed,KevinMore at https://hopesnotaplan.com | IG & Twitter: @hopesnotaplan
This one's gonna hit a little close to home. You might have noticed I've been a bit off schedule this past week. That's because I was helping to take care of my Dad, George Pannell. As I shared in the previous episode, Dad passed away after a two-year long fight with metastatic prostate cancer on the morning of April 2nd.Today, I'm sharing how my Dad, George Pannell, held onto hope while keeping his fighting spirit and actively participating in his care plan.So, take a listen to this, Dad. This one's for you. You may be gone, but the lessons you taught me, the way you faced your challenge – that will stay with me forever. Thanks for showing me what it means to truly fight. Stay safe out there, wash your hands, and Godspeed y’all, Kevin
My Father, George Pannell, passed away this week after a courageous battle with cancer. Like us, he had hope AND devised a plan to fight the horrible disease. And fight he did. I believe a lot of his fighting spirit came from growing up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and as a U.S. Navy Submarine Warfare qualified Sailor.I was fortunate to record this discussion in June 2023 and dive deeper into the stories I heard growing up. Please join me in honoring him by listening to his story.I love you, Dad,KevinMore at https://hopesnotaplan.com
Today I want to reiterate the core message of Hope is NOT a Plan as it relates to self-defense. Relying solely on hope is not enough to achieve success in life, especially in situations of self-defense. So, during today’s episode I am going to share some broad self-defense and martial arts insight, as well as some specific information about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), my chosen combat sport.The Question:Will I be ready if I have to defend myself or my family?The Hope:I'll just "see red" and destroy my attackerThe Plan:Recognizing the benefits of confidence, fitness, awareness, and martial skills that come from training in legit combat sports and sharing how to get started by visiting a gym, asking others and online, and finding your martial arts "Why?"Stay safe, get some training, and Godspeed,Kevin
Hey everyone, welcome back to the Hope is NOT a Plan podcast, Radical Candor in Risk Management | Five Minute Friday 02, I'm your host, Kevin Pannell. Today on Five Minute Friday, well, Saturday edition I suppose, I’m diving into a concept crucial for project success: Radical Candor and Risk Management. As an example, my radical candor is that I was traveling yesterday, got home, got some work done, then took advantage of time with my wife and kids. I apologize for not delivering on a Friday, but here we are, and here we go…Key Concepts:Not glossing over risksKim Scott's concept of Radical CandorInclude the teamHonesty in Project ManagementStay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed y'all,Kevin
Today, Beyond the Song: Unpacking "We Are the World's" Project Management Secrets on we're tackling a project that aimed to change the world – literally. We're talking about the iconic charity single, "We Are the World," as highlighted in the Netflix documentary The Greatest Night in Popi, and the herculean task of bringing together some of music's biggest egos for one, history-making night.Key Elements:The Architects (Leader's Intent)The Conductor (Project Management)The Artists (Resource Allocation)The Gamble (Risk Management)The Secret Weapon (Communication Panning)The Legacy (Celebrating Wins)Stay safe out there, wash your hands, and Godspeed y'all,Kevin
Exercise is hard. Building up the motivation to exercise when depressed or in a depressive mood is even harder. In Moving Your Body When Depression Holds You Back | Five Minute Friday 01, I'm sharing five practical and action-focused steps we can take to get ourselves moving and get the endorphins flowing through exercise when depression has its grip on us.Remove frictionRealistic expectationsFind funCelebrate winsOwnership and accountabilityStay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed y'all,Kevin*Read more, listen, and subscribe at https://hopesnotaplan.com
Hey everyone, and welcome back to Hope Not a Plan! I'm your host, Kevin. Today, on Conquer Depression: Move Your Body and Feel Better, we're diving into a powerful tool that can significantly boost your mental health and even combat addiction cravings: exercise.The Question:How can I exercise if I'm depressed or anxious?The Hope:Someone, a pill, or God will bring me the solutionThe Plan:Pulling ourselves out of depression and moving past anxiousness by getting the mood bosting benefits of exercise, pushing past lack of motivation, moving a muscle to change a thought, using exercise to fight addiction cravings, and making exercise fit our needs.If you're struggling with mental health or addiction, please reach out for help. You are not alone. There are resources available, and support groups can provide invaluable guidance.Stay safe, wash your hands, get after it, and Godspeed,Kevin
In this episode of Fixit Friday, The Power of Asking Objective Questions | Fixit Friday 5, we are diving into the importance of staying objective when asking questions and when providing feedback and updates to others.Staying objective helps us:Cut through emotional responses and biasesGather accurate information to make informed decisionsImprove communication and understanding with othersStay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed,KevinRead more at https://hopesnotaplan.com
Whether you're a healthcare professional transitioning patient care, a Project manager handing off a project, or simply passing the baton in any collaborative effort, a smooth handoff is crucial for success. In Master Project Handoffs: Ensure Success Every Time I share what I've found most helpful for both providing and receiving a stellar project handoff.The Question:How to give and receive an effective project handoff?The Hope:We'll be able to figure out what to do once we take over the workThe Plan:Setting the mindset for being a SENDER by updating documentation, preparing our pitch, reviewing data, and sharing the intangibles. Then, switching to RECEIVER mode so we can review the use case, ask objective questions, and start thinking of next steps.Stay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed y'all,Kevin
Welcome to Five Steps To Get Started On Your Fitness Path | Fixit Friday 4 back to on Hope is NOT a Plan! Today, we're tackling a topic close to everyone's heart: how to really get started with a fitness routine. We all want to feel good, move with confidence, and maybe even rock that swimsuit (or whatever makes you feel fierce!). But where do you even begin? Click play on this episode to find out more about the five steps listed below.Set your baselineBuild on your baselineDo more, more oftenAd some resistanceDon't forget your dietStay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed,Kevin
What do Kyle Manard, Alex Roca, and Ryan Job all have in common? None of them let their physical challenges overpower their will to improve and accomplish hard things. So, what's our excuse?The Question:How to get started on a regular fitness routine?The Hope:A workout "hack", pill, or mindset will get me in shapeThe Plan:Creating a sustainable fitness program by owning where are and where we want to be, defining our fitness "Why?", getting a health screening, acquiring fitness education, getting perspective on goals, and getting moving and keeping going.Stay safe, wash your hands, Godspeed y'all,Kevin
Today, we're cracking the code on creating 360-degree feedback surveys. Be prepared, because 360 feedback can be scary. It can expose weaknesses, highlight conflicts, and leave egos bruised Buckle up, because we're about to get real about feedback!Five focus areas should be:Specific and actionable questions to provide concrete next stepsBalance positive and negative feedback to promote growthAim for facts, not feelingsEnsure confidentiality through secure platforms and communicationRelevant to the employee's role and responsibilitiesStay safe out there, wash your hands, and Godspeed,Kevin
Hey leaders, hope you're ready to ditch the delusion and dive into the raw reality of leading people. Because let's be honest, hope is not a plan, especially when it comes to building high performing, engaged teams. Today I'm sharing my 20+ years of leadership difficulties, and together we're tackling the cornerstones of becoming a good people leader. No fluff, just actionable advice to level up your leadership game.The Question:How to start a new journey as a people leader?The Hope:What got me here will make me a good leaderThe Plan:Focus on the leadership steps of learning policy, knowing the organization, taking leadership classes, asking for feedback, letting leaders lead, allowing for team pushback, and taking ownership of the good and bad.Stay safe out there, wash your hands, and Godspeed,Kevin
Are you thinking of transitioning to the Project Management career field? You're not alone! In 2018, I made the leap into "project management proper" from a Public Safety and Emergency Management career. This is the first From the Archives series of the Hope is NOT a Plan podcast; I'm sharing the episode I put out in October 2020, originally called "You're a Project Manager, and You Don't Even Know It." In this episode, you'll realize:If you have started a process, you have initiated a projectIf you've organized teams, you've done project planningIf you've completed tasks, you've executed work in a project planIf you've provided updates, you've monitored and controlled project workIf you've demobilized teams, you've closed down a project*Thank you to Isak and Alma for reaching out on LinkedIn and inspiring this From the Archives series*Stay safe out there, wash your hands, and Godspeed y'all,Kevin
Let's face it: crafting a communication plan can feel like trying to build a bridge out of spaghetti noodles. Fear not, fellow planners! Today, we're laying down the five essential Mainstays to build a communication plan that's both sturdy and effective.Know Your AudienceClearly Define the AskBe Brief, Be Brilliant, Be GoneChoose the Right ToolsCommunications are a Two-Way StreetBonus: Practice, Practice, PracticeRemember, while hope is NOT a plan, a good plan WILL bring people hope.Stay safe, wash your hands, and Godspeed y'all,Kevin
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