Thanks for having me, PMI Central Indiana!

You came. You listened. Now let’s reset together.

Thanks for joining me for The Teamwork Reset at PMI Central Indiana Pro Dev Day. It’s clear this conversation hit home—because let’s face it, things are hard right now. Teams are being stretched, cut, reorganized—and yet we still have deadlines, deliverables, and people to lead.

We talked about:
✅ Why people-first project management matters more than ever
✅ How to align your team when everything around you is shifting
✅ The communication habits that actually reduce stress
✅ How to build collaboration that works—even when things don’t
✅ What culture really is (hint: it’s not pizza parties or Slack emojis)
✅ Practical ways to reset your team’s rhythm and keep moving forward

This page has everything I promised:
The articles, tools, follow-ups, and ways to keep the conversation going—or work with me if you’re ready to take the next step.

The slides

The resources

These are direct links to the resources mentioned my keynote.

What Is a RACI Chart? Practical Examples & Project Uses

Learn what a RACI chart is and what the acronym stands for, plus see real-world examples of how to assign clear project roles & responsibilities.

TeamGanttBrett Harned

About Same Team

Human-centered leadership, built on clarity, trust, and real results. Why we’re here We started Same Team because we saw too many leaders struggling quietly. Teams were polite. Work was getting done. But under the surface—misalignment, burnout, second-guessing, and confusion. The truth is, most leaders are handed responsibility without support.

Same Team PartnersGreg Storey

Your Team Work, Reimagined—A playbook for building champion teams

Discover the secrets to transforming how your team communicates, collaborates, and creates an outstanding culture. What if your team could consistently deliver exceptional results, easily overcome challenges, and thrive together? In the Your Team Work, Reimagined playbook, we break down the fundamentals of what makes great teams tick—and how

Same Team PartnersSame Team Partners

Teamangle Conversation Cards

Guide conversations. Unlock potential. Strengthen your team. Unlock deeper discussions, build trust, and strengthen your team—one card at a time. * Drive communication – Get past surface-level check-ins and spark real discussions. * Activate collaboration – Build trust, alignment, and shared accountability. * Shape culture – Create an environment where every voice is heard and

Same Team PartnersSame Team Partners

SMART Goals for Project Managers: Examples + Template

Learn what a SMART goal is and what it stands for. See examples of how to write SMART goals as a project manager, plus download our free SMART goals template.

TeamGanttBrett Harned

Join me at these events in 2025!

Agile 2025
July 27–31, Denver
I’m a track chair for "What if they don’t want our help." Helping to shape the future of Agile. I won't be speaking, but I'll be in all of my track's sessions and the social events.

Leading Your Firm’s Growth With Account and Project Management
September 23–24, Atlanta, GA
I was honored to be invited to speak at this event with account management expert Jenny Plant and David C. Baker, the renowned author and consultant known as the “expert’s expert." I’ll be presenting two solo sessions and one with Jenny, plus we're working in opportunities for deeper discussion with attendees. Bonus: it’s in a brewery. 🍻

PMICIC Professional Development Day 2025
August 6, Indianapolis
Excited to keynote PMI Central Indiana’s conference. My first time in Indy!

Leadership Love
September 29–30, Portland, OR
Carl Smith invited me to tell the story behind the viral post that reshaped my voice and work. I'm most excited for this one, because I've got a big story to tell.

Digital PM Summit 2025
October 27–29, Portland, OR
The conference I started. I’ll be hosting + leading a half-day workshop: Navigating Change with Confidence. I'm stoked to make a full return to the conference I started.

Project Management for Humans Book Club: The Fall Cohort
Weekly from Nov 4-Jan 28
Join me for a master class in PM for Humans. This cohort will meet weekly to discuss a chapter per week. Sessions include presentations, workshop exercises, tools and templates, discussion, and sometimes a little homework.

Project Management for Humans

Have you checked out my book? Project Management for Humans is a real-world guide to managing projects with empathy, clarity, and confidence. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, this book cuts through the jargon to help you lead projects—and people—successfully. Packed with practical tips, relatable stories, and a human-centered approach, it’s project management made simple, approachable, and actually useful.

Stay connected

Check out the work we're doing for teams over at Same Team Partners. We've developed tools and guidance to lead stronger teams.

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TL;DR

You came for the team talk—stick around for the real talk.
Let’s build teams that move fast and move smart.