In this episode of Project Zero, host Alex Tuck introduces guest Jacqui Myslinski, founder of Productivity Nerd, a consulting firm. Jacqui shares her journey from sales and marketing to becoming an 'accidental' project manager. The conversation covers her experiences managing a brewery with her father, the challenges she faced, and the skills she developed along the way. Jacqui emphasizes the importance of clear communication, admitting mistakes, and setting clear expectations in project management. She also talks about transitioning from operations to project management and offers advice for aspiring project managers. The episode wraps up with a discussion on balancing perfectionism and speed, favorite project management tools, and incorporating project management into family activities like Minecraft and summer plans.

00:00 Introduction to Project Zero

00:07 Meet Jacqui Myslinski: The Productivity Nerd

00:47 Jacqui's Journey into Project Management

01:45 Starting a Brewery: The Accidental Project Manager

06:28 From Operations to Project Management

13:53 The Importance of Clear Communication

18:45 Defining Success in Project Management

21:03 Advice for Aspiring Project Managers

21:20 Volunteering and Showcasing Skills

22:24 Exploring Personal Interests

23:12 Speed Round: Quick Preferences

26:20 Reflections and Advice for Younger Self

29:31 Project Management for Kids

33:41 Connecting and Wrapping Up

Connect with Jacqui: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquimyslinski/
Connect with Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alextuck/

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