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Being a white belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is tough, but rewarding.  In this episode I share key objectives I try to remember every class and every roll.  I talk about the organization I consider that includes my instructors and classmates. I share the key resources and equipment new BJJ players should consider and provide my view on the importance of being grateful to the instructors and class mates that make us better BJJ practitioners. * S.M.A.R.T. Objectives * Keep elbows in throughout the roll * Make frames as often as possible * Keep your neck protected at all times * Expect to lose often and learn from it * Collaborative Org Chart * Command/Sponsor: BJJ Instructor(s) * Liaison Officers/Tech Experts: Higher belts * Resource Coordination * Clean uniform and belt (Google how to tie it) * Brace for previous injuries, e.g. ankle, knee, etc. * Mouth guard for rolling (as desired) * Flip flops or sandals are a must (No bathroom feet on the mat please) * Connective Communication * Sign into class to keep record of your training * Greet instructors and classmates * Introduce yourself before drills and rolling * The international hand clap and fist bump is a must * Be thankful to the instructors and your partners for their shared knowledge Should out to Stuart Cooper Films (@stucooperfilms) for sharing great BJJ stories in his YouTube movies. Godspeed everyone, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #bjj #40sbjj #whitebelt #40swhitebelt #newbjj

I'm a comic book nerd.  I'm also a process and efficiency nerd.  Why not put them together? In this episode I share how I could use the foundational four of establishing objectives, putting together a shared organizational chart, coordinating the right resources and setting a strong communication framework can be applied to the hypothetical task of creating a superhero team. * Creating a Superhero Group * S.M.A.R.T. Objectives * Build a balanced team of heroes to protect the United States (sorry world) 24/7 * Establish activation protocols prior to the team's first deployment * Create a hero indoctrination program before team launch * Organizational Chart * Command/Sponsor: Experienced leader e.g. Captain America or Batman * Strategist: Someone to keep the team organized and within scope, e.g. Alan Quartermaine, Sgt. Rock, Nick Fury * Tank: Someone that can take punishment and lead from the front, e.g. Hulk, Thing, Colossus * Magic: Covers the unknowns and helps protect against evil magic, e.g. Scarlett Witch, John Constantine * Speedster:  Someone to provide situational awareness for the team, e.g. Flash or Quicksilver * Technologist: Have to have access to systems, information and can assist with communication, e.g. Iron Man or Cyborg * Resources * Need a base with solid defenses and information sharing capabilities * Need a mode of travel for non-flyers and teleporters * Need resupply for each hero's custom equipment * Want a written delegation of authority, e.g. CYA document for the team * Communications * Optimally a telepath to connect the team without technology * Communicator cards * Globally connected ear pieces That's how I would do it following the foundational four key elements of planning and response.  Thanks for reading this fun exercise and please give me feedback on what you think would work in a team. Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #objectives #organization #resources #communication #allhazards #superhero

I'm a comic book nerd.  I'm also a process and efficiency nerd.  Why not put them together? In this episode I share how I could use the foundational four of establishing objectives, putting together a shared organizational chart, coordinating the right resources and setting a strong communication framework can be applied to the hypothetical task of creating a superhero team. * Creating a Superhero Group * S.M.A.R.T. Objectives * Build a balanced team of heroes to protect the United States (sorry world) 24/7 * Establish activation protocols prior to the team's first deployment * Create a hero indoctrination program before team launch * Organizational Chart * Command/Sponsor: Experienced leader e.g. Captain America or Batman * Strategist: Someone to keep the team organized and within scope, e.g. Alan Quartermaine, Sgt. Rock, Nick Fury * Tank: Someone that can take punishment and lead from the front, e.g. Hulk, Thing, Colossus * Magic: Covers the unknowns and helps protect against evil magic, e.g. Scarlett Witch, John Constantine * Speedster:  Someone to provide situational awareness for the team, e.g. Flash or Quicksilver * Technologist: Have to have access to systems, information and can assist with communication, e.g. Iron Man or Cyborg * Resources * Need a base with solid defenses and information sharing capabilities * Need a mode of travel for non-flyers and teleporters * Need resupply for each hero's custom equipment * Want a written delegation of authority, e.g. CYA document for the team * Communications * Optimally a telepath to connect the team without technology * Communicator cards * Globally connected ear pieces That's how I would do it following the foundational four key elements of planning and response.  Thanks for reading this fun exercise and please give me feedback on what you think would work in a team. Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #objectives #organization #resources #communication #allhazards #superhero

I'm a comic book nerd.  I'm also a process and efficiency nerd.  Why not put them together? In this episode I share how I could use the foundational four of establishing objectives, putting together a shared organizational chart, coordinating the right resources and setting a strong communication framework can be applied to the hypothetical task of creating a superhero team. * Creating a Superhero Group * S.M.A.R.T. Objectives * Build a balanced team of heroes to protect the United States (sorry world) 24/7 * Establish activation protocols prior to the team's first deployment * Create a hero indoctrination program before team launch * Organizational Chart * Command/Sponsor: Experienced leader e.g. Captain America or Batman * Strategist: Someone to keep the team organized and within scope, e.g. Alan Quartermaine, Sgt. Rock, Nick Fury * Tank: Someone that can take punishment and lead from the front, e.g. Hulk, Thing, Colossus * Magic: Covers the unknowns and helps protect against evil magic, e.g. Scarlett Witch, John Constantine * Speedster:  Someone to provide situational awareness for the team, e.g. Flash or Quicksilver * Technologist: Have to have access to systems, information and can assist with communication, e.g. Iron Man or Cyborg * Resources * Need a base with solid defenses and information sharing capabilities * Need a mode of travel for non-flyers and teleporters * Need resupply for each hero's custom equipment * Want a written delegation of authority, e.g. CYA document for the team * Communications * Optimally a telepath to connect the team without technology * Communicator cards * Globally connected ear pieces That's how I would do it following the foundational four key elements of planning and response.  Thanks for reading this fun exercise and please give me feedback on what you think would work in a team. Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #objectives #organization #resources #communication #allhazards #superhero

I'm a comic book nerd.  I'm also a process and efficiency nerd.  Why not put them together? In this episode I share how I could use the foundational four of establishing objectives, putting together a shared organizational chart, coordinating the right resources and setting a strong communication framework can be applied to the hypothetical task of creating a superhero team. * Creating a Superhero Group * S.M.A.R.T. Objectives * Build a balanced team of heroes to protect the United States (sorry world) 24/7 * Establish activation protocols prior to the team's first deployment * Create a hero indoctrination program before team launch * Organizational Chart * Command/Sponsor: Experienced leader e.g. Captain America or Batman * Strategist: Someone to keep the team organized and within scope, e.g. Alan Quartermaine, Sgt. Rock, Nick Fury * Tank: Someone that can take punishment and lead from the front, e.g. Hulk, Thing, Colossus * Magic: Covers the unknowns and helps protect against evil magic, e.g. Scarlett Witch, John Constantine * Speedster:  Someone to provide situational awareness for the team, e.g. Flash or Quicksilver * Technologist: Have to have access to systems, information and can assist with communication, e.g. Iron Man or Cyborg * Resources * Need a base with solid defenses and information sharing capabilities * Need a mode of travel for non-flyers and teleporters * Need resupply for each hero's custom equipment * Want a written delegation of authority, e.g. CYA document for the team * Communications * Optimally a telepath to connect the team without technology * Communicator cards * Globally connected ear pieces That's how I would do it following the foundational four key elements of planning and response.  Thanks for reading this fun exercise and please give me feedback on what you think would work in a team. Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #objectives #organization #resources #communication #allhazards #superhero

Both the Project Management Professional (PMP) and the Planning Section Chief (PSC) are keepers of the process, relationship builders, and resource coordinators. While both have their unique processes, paperwork and variable work environments, the soft skills necessary to establish, foster, and maintain relationships are directly transferrable across these two positions. In this episode I discuss how I cross mapped my experience as a PSC to become a PMP and how the "Foundational Four" of creating S.M.A.R.T. objectives, a multi-disciplinary team organization, collaborative resource coordination and connective communication must be used by all responders, event planners and project managers to improve safety and create more efficient teams. Thank you for listening and Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #projectmanagement #goodprocess #parallels #allhazards #PMI

Both the Project Management Professional (PMP) and the Planning Section Chief (PSC) are keepers of the process, relationship builders, and resource coordinators. While both have their unique processes, paperwork and variable work environments, the soft skills necessary to establish, foster, and maintain relationships are directly transferrable across these two positions. In this episode I discuss how I cross mapped my experience as a PSC to become a PMP and how the "Foundational Four" of creating S.M.A.R.T. objectives, a multi-disciplinary team organization, collaborative resource coordination and connective communication must be used by all responders, event planners and project managers to improve safety and create more efficient teams. Thank you for listening and Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #projectmanagement #goodprocess #parallels #allhazards #PMI

Both the Project Management Professional (PMP) and the Planning Section Chief (PSC) are keepers of the process, relationship builders, and resource coordinators. While both have their unique processes, paperwork and variable work environments, the soft skills necessary to establish, foster, and maintain relationships are directly transferrable across these two positions. In this episode I discuss how I cross mapped my experience as a PSC to become a PMP and how the "Foundational Four" of creating S.M.A.R.T. objectives, a multi-disciplinary team organization, collaborative resource coordination and connective communication must be used by all responders, event planners and project managers to improve safety and create more efficient teams. Thank you for listening and Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #projectmanagement #goodprocess #parallels #allhazards #PMI

Both the Project Management Professional (PMP) and the Planning Section Chief (PSC) are keepers of the process, relationship builders, and resource coordinators. While both have their unique processes, paperwork and variable work environments, the soft skills necessary to establish, foster, and maintain relationships are directly transferrable across these two positions. In this episode I discuss how I cross mapped my experience as a PSC to become a PMP and how the "Foundational Four" of creating S.M.A.R.T. objectives, a multi-disciplinary team organization, collaborative resource coordination and connective communication must be used by all responders, event planners and project managers to improve safety and create more efficient teams. Thank you for listening and Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #projectmanagement #goodprocess #parallels #allhazards #PMI

In this wrap up show for 2018 I share what I believe are the top tips from each episode and my "Between the Slides 5" I've learned as a new podcaster from my perspective as a former Planning Section Chief and current Project Management Professional. Merry Christmas (or whatever you celebrate) and all the best in 2019. * Ep1 - PSC: PSC: Knowledge is gained to be shared | PMP: Be transparent with your project teammates * Ep2 - IS 700: PSC: Emergency operations centers (EOCs) come in many flavors | PMP: Project processes and structures should also be dynamic * Ep3 - ICS 100: PSC: We are all here to support Operations (boots on the ground) | PMP: As a Project Manager your focus should be to empower and enable those doing the project work * Ep 4 - ICS 200: PSC: Don't assume a book dictates your incident management skill level | PMP: A credential does not make you an effective Project Manager, your ability to bring together successful teams does * Ep 5 - ICS 300: PSC: Focus on your organizational structure, then on the ICS 215 | PMP: Figure out "Who's who" before you move to the task level requirements * Ep 6 - O305: PSC: Complete this course like you're savings lives, soon you will be | PMP: Directly or indirectly your projects may deeply affect other's lives * Ep 7 - LEO Resistance to ICS: PSC: Dont's let a bad AAR be your catalyst for change | PMP: Don't accept the phrase, "We've always done it this way" * Ep 8 - Active Threat Training and Response: PSC: Train together so you respond better together | PMP: Create one project org chart with both internal and external partners * Ep 10 - Leadership Lessons from Gettysburg: PSC: Always consider, "...and then what?" | PMP: Build in realistic time for contingencies * Ep 11 - Tips to pass the PMP Exam: PSC: You have to know the Planning "P" inside and out | PMP: You should know the knowledge groups and process chart inside and out My "Between the Slides 5" as a new podcaster: * Do you. Don't mimic another show. * Start with a topic you know well and then expand from there. * Statistics are cool, but should not drive your show's intent. * Sound matters. * Put the time in. The shows will be better.   Thank you to my family, friends and colleagues who helped me start a podcast, learn and grow from it, and who continue to get after it out there on the streets every day. Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #NIMS #ICS #publicsafety #publichealth #emergencymanagement #publichealth #PMI #projectmanagement #leadership

In this wrap up show for 2018 I share what I believe are the top tips from each episode and my "Between the Slides 5" I've learned as a new podcaster from my perspective as a former Planning Section Chief and current Project Management Professional. Merry Christmas (or whatever you celebrate) and all the best in 2019. * Ep1 - PSC: PSC: Knowledge is gained to be shared | PMP: Be transparent with your project teammates * Ep2 - IS 700: PSC: Emergency operations centers (EOCs) come in many flavors | PMP: Project processes and structures should also be dynamic * Ep3 - ICS 100: PSC: We are all here to support Operations (boots on the ground) | PMP: As a Project Manager your focus should be to empower and enable those doing the project work * Ep 4 - ICS 200: PSC: Don't assume a book dictates your incident management skill level | PMP: A credential does not make you an effective Project Manager, your ability to bring together successful teams does * Ep 5 - ICS 300: PSC: Focus on your organizational structure, then on the ICS 215 | PMP: Figure out "Who's who" before you move to the task level requirements * Ep 6 - O305: PSC: Complete this course like you're savings lives, soon you will be | PMP: Directly or indirectly your projects may deeply affect other's lives * Ep 7 - LEO Resistance to ICS: PSC: Dont's let a bad AAR be your catalyst for change | PMP: Don't accept the phrase, "We've always done it this way" * Ep 8 - Active Threat Training and Response: PSC: Train together so you respond better together | PMP: Create one project org chart with both internal and external partners * Ep 10 - Leadership Lessons from Gettysburg: PSC: Always consider, "...and then what?" | PMP: Build in realistic time for contingencies * Ep 11 - Tips to pass the PMP Exam: PSC: You have to know the Planning "P" inside and out | PMP: You should know the knowledge groups and process chart inside and out My "Between the Slides 5" as a new podcaster: * Do you. Don't mimic another show. * Start with a topic you know well and then expand from there. * Statistics are cool, but should not drive your show's intent. * Sound matters. * Put the time in. The shows will be better.   Thank you to my family, friends and colleagues who helped me start a podcast, learn and grow from it, and who continue to get after it out there on the streets every day. Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #NIMS #ICS #publicsafety #publichealth #emergencymanagement #publichealth #PMI #projectmanagement #leadership

In this wrap up show for 2018 I share what I believe are the top tips from each episode and my "Between the Slides 5" I've learned as a new podcaster from my perspective as a former Planning Section Chief and current Project Management Professional. Merry Christmas (or whatever you celebrate) and all the best in 2019. * Ep1 - PSC: PSC: Knowledge is gained to be shared | PMP: Be transparent with your project teammates * Ep2 - IS 700: PSC: Emergency operations centers (EOCs) come in many flavors | PMP: Project processes and structures should also be dynamic * Ep3 - ICS 100: PSC: We are all here to support Operations (boots on the ground) | PMP: As a Project Manager your focus should be to empower and enable those doing the project work * Ep 4 - ICS 200: PSC: Don't assume a book dictates your incident management skill level | PMP: A credential does not make you an effective Project Manager, your ability to bring together successful teams does * Ep 5 - ICS 300: PSC: Focus on your organizational structure, then on the ICS 215 | PMP: Figure out "Who's who" before you move to the task level requirements * Ep 6 - O305: PSC: Complete this course like you're savings lives, soon you will be | PMP: Directly or indirectly your projects may deeply affect other's lives * Ep 7 - LEO Resistance to ICS: PSC: Dont's let a bad AAR be your catalyst for change | PMP: Don't accept the phrase, "We've always done it this way" * Ep 8 - Active Threat Training and Response: PSC: Train together so you respond better together | PMP: Create one project org chart with both internal and external partners * Ep 10 - Leadership Lessons from Gettysburg: PSC: Always consider, "...and then what?" | PMP: Build in realistic time for contingencies * Ep 11 - Tips to pass the PMP Exam: PSC: You have to know the Planning "P" inside and out | PMP: You should know the knowledge groups and process chart inside and out My "Between the Slides 5" as a new podcaster: * Do you. Don't mimic another show. * Start with a topic you know well and then expand from there. * Statistics are cool, but should not drive your show's intent. * Sound matters. * Put the time in. The shows will be better.   Thank you to my family, friends and colleagues who helped me start a podcast, learn and grow from it, and who continue to get after it out there on the streets every day. Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #NIMS #ICS #publicsafety #publichealth #emergencymanagement #publichealth #PMI #projectmanagement #leadership

In this wrap up show for 2018 I share what I believe are the top tips from each episode and my "Between the Slides 5" I've learned as a new podcaster from my perspective as a former Planning Section Chief and current Project Management Professional. Merry Christmas (or whatever you celebrate) and all the best in 2019. * Ep1 - PSC: PSC: Knowledge is gained to be shared | PMP: Be transparent with your project teammates * Ep2 - IS 700: PSC: Emergency operations centers (EOCs) come in many flavors | PMP: Project processes and structures should also be dynamic * Ep3 - ICS 100: PSC: We are all here to support Operations (boots on the ground) | PMP: As a Project Manager your focus should be to empower and enable those doing the project work * Ep 4 - ICS 200: PSC: Don't assume a book dictates your incident management skill level | PMP: A credential does not make you an effective Project Manager, your ability to bring together successful teams does * Ep 5 - ICS 300: PSC: Focus on your organizational structure, then on the ICS 215 | PMP: Figure out "Who's who" before you move to the task level requirements * Ep 6 - O305: PSC: Complete this course like you're savings lives, soon you will be | PMP: Directly or indirectly your projects may deeply affect other's lives * Ep 7 - LEO Resistance to ICS: PSC: Dont's let a bad AAR be your catalyst for change | PMP: Don't accept the phrase, "We've always done it this way" * Ep 8 - Active Threat Training and Response: PSC: Train together so you respond better together | PMP: Create one project org chart with both internal and external partners * Ep 10 - Leadership Lessons from Gettysburg: PSC: Always consider, "...and then what?" | PMP: Build in realistic time for contingencies * Ep 11 - Tips to pass the PMP Exam: PSC: You have to know the Planning "P" inside and out | PMP: You should know the knowledge groups and process chart inside and out My "Between the Slides 5" as a new podcaster: * Do you. Don't mimic another show. * Start with a topic you know well and then expand from there. * Statistics are cool, but should not drive your show's intent. * Sound matters. * Put the time in. The shows will be better.   Thank you to my family, friends and colleagues who helped me start a podcast, learn and grow from it, and who continue to get after it out there on the streets every day. Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #incidentmanagement #NIMS #ICS #publicsafety #publichealth #emergencymanagement #publichealth #PMI #projectmanagement #leadership

The PMP exam is similar to other professional level certifications in that the content of the exam is based on reality, but one must also place their minds in "test mode" and at times suspend the realities of project management. In this episode I will share how I studied, where I stumbled and the tools and techniques I followed to successfully pass the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam on my first try. "Between the Slides 5" for this episode: * Determine your learning style, e.g. do you need an in person boot camp or is an online course. Then book it. * Don't read the PMBOK straight through.  It's overwhelming. * Do not get lost memorizing every formula and ITTO chart. Instead focus on what values or ranges are good and which are bad. * Know the process group, knowledge area and process chart to the point you can write it out. * Early in process take a full exam to benchmark. Study weak points. | Close to exam time drill 10 question knowledge area focused quizzes, study answers, then re-take until you pass the same quiz 3 times. Re-take full exam.  Rinse and repeat as needed. Please take time to visit the show website and please also rate, subscribe to the podcast and leave a written review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you all and Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #projectmanagement #PMI #processgroups #practiceexams #people #process #progress

The PMP exam is similar to other professional level certifications in that the content of the exam is based on reality, but one must also place their minds in "test mode" and at times suspend the realities of project management. In this episode I will share how I studied, where I stumbled and the tools and techniques I followed to successfully pass the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam on my first try. "Between the Slides 5" for this episode: * Determine your learning style, e.g. do you need an in person boot camp or is an online course. Then book it. * Don't read the PMBOK straight through.  It's overwhelming. * Do not get lost memorizing every formula and ITTO chart. Instead focus on what values or ranges are good and which are bad. * Know the process group, knowledge area and process chart to the point you can write it out. * Early in process take a full exam to benchmark. Study weak points. | Close to exam time drill 10 question knowledge area focused quizzes, study answers, then re-take until you pass the same quiz 3 times. Re-take full exam.  Rinse and repeat as needed. Please take time to visit the show website and please also rate, subscribe to the podcast and leave a written review wherever you listen to your podcasts. Thank you all and Godspeed, Kevin Kevin Pannell, PMP | www.betweentheslides.com | Instagram & Twitter: pannellkg | Facebook: Betweentheslides | Email: kp.bts.podcast@gmail.com #projectmanagement #PMI #processgroups #practiceexams #people #process #progress