EPISODE · Jun 23, 2025 · 48 MIN
Communications Pitfalls and Solutions from the Big Dig
from The Everyday PM: Project Management Principles for Your Everyday Life · host Ann Campea
Join us for a riveting conversation with seasoned PM and author, Donna Gregorio, as she unpacks one of America's most notorious megaprojects—Boston's infamous Big Dig. What began as a visionary transportation solution ballooned into a case study of project management gone wrong, with costs exploding from $2.8 billion to a staggering $22 billion.In this episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, Donna reveals:The critical communication breakdowns that derailed the Big Dig's timeline and budgetHow implementing clear Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) could have kept this massive project on trackPractical problem-framing techniques that bridge the gap between technical experts and project stakeholdersEssential communication strategies that today's project managers can apply to their complex initiativesWhether you're managing a high-profile infrastructure project or a small team initiative, Donna's insights will transform how you approach stakeholder communication and problem-solving. Don't miss this masterclass in turning project communication pitfalls into pathways for success!Continue the conversation with Donna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-gregorio/
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Join us for a riveting conversation with seasoned PM and author, Donna Gregorio, as she unpacks one of America's most notorious megaprojects—Boston's infamous Big Dig. What began as a visionary transportation solution ballooned into a case study of project management gone wrong, with costs exploding from $2.8 billion to a staggering $22 billion.In this episode of The Everyday PM Podcast, Donna reveals:The critical communication breakdowns that derailed the Big Dig's timeline and budgetHow implementing clear Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) could have kept this massive project on trackPractical problem-framing techniques that bridge the gap between technical experts and project stakeholdersEssential communication strategies that today's project managers can apply to their complex initiativesWhether you're managing a high-profile infrastructure project or a small team initiative, Donna's insights will transform how you approach stakeholder communication and problem-solving. Don't miss this masterclass in turning project communication pitfalls into pathways for success!Continue the conversation with Donna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-gregorio/
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