In this episode of Lead with Legacy™, Amanda C. Chambers and Sloane Lott sit down with Mike Fesko, a PMP® and PURE Project Manager, to explore the leadership lessons that come from decades of experience in the U.S. Air Force, aerospace, and IT project management.

Mike shares how his career evolved from engineering into project management, the leadership principles he learned in the military, and why successful project managers focus on people—not just processes.

Throughout the conversation, Mike discusses servant leadership, communication, mentorship, and how strong leaders build trust inside teams.

He also shares insights from his newsletter “Being a Project Manager”, where he mentors aspiring project managers and helps professionals navigate the real-world challenges of leadership.

If you're interested in project management, leadership development, or transitioning from military service into the corporate world, this conversation offers practical wisdom and inspiration.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Transitioning from military service to project management
• Why project management is ultimately about people
• The importance of communication and trust in leadership
• Servant leadership in real-world organizations
• What traditional project management training often misses
• Mentorship and helping the next generation of PMs
• Lessons learned from a diverse career in aviation, radio, technology, and leadership

Connect with Mike Fesko

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpfesko/

https://www.youtube.com/@Being-a-Project-Manager

Newsletter:
Being a Project Manager
https://being-a-project-manager.beehiiv.com/

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