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Welcome to ‘Roll for Leadership,’ where program and project management meets the world of tabletop role-playing games and geek culture. Hosted by Denis Petrochenkov, a seasoned program manager with over 20 years of experience and a lifelong RPG enthusiast, this show explores the fascinating intersection of professional leadership and nerdiness. From the strategic thinking learned in epic battles to the boundless creativity of character creation, Denis shares insights on applying these lesson ...
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Embracing Your Inner Geek - Pop Culture and Modern Management
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Episode Description: In Episode 10 of Roll for Leadership, Denis explores how embracing geek culture can reshape modern leadership, transforming how leaders connect, inspire, and guide their teams. Drawing from a rich tapestry of worlds — from Star Trek to Dungeons & Dragons and computer games like Baldur’s Gate 3 — Denis discusses the leadership l…
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The Hero’s Journey | Keeping Teams Motivated Through Storytelling
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Episode Description: In Episode 9 of Roll for Leadership, Denis dives into the timeless power of storytelling with a focus on The Hero’s Journey, the narrative framework made famous by Joseph Campbell and of course one of the best sources for storytellers: Nancy Duarte's books. Using these frameworks, Denis explores how leaders can keep their teams…
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Episode Description: In this special announcement of Roll for Leadership, Denis takes a moment to share exciting news with the community. Starting with Episode 9, The Hero’s Journey: Keeping Teams Motivated Through Storytelling, the podcast will now release every Thursday. Denis explains why this change is being made to better accommodate the growi…
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The Wizard’s Gambit: Problem-Solving Tactics from Fantasy Magic Systems
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis explores the strategic depths of fantasy magic systems. From the tactical spellcasting of Dungeons & Dragons to the precise Small Science of the Grishaverse, and the intricate weaving of the One Power in The Wheel of Time, we dive into how magic teaches problem-solving, resource man…
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The Art of Diplomacy: Stakeholder Management Lessons from Waterdeep
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis transports listeners to Waterdeep, the City of Splendors, to explore the intricate web of stakeholder management through the lens of D&D’s iconic setting. Just as navigating noble houses, guilds, and masked Lords in Waterdeep requires diplomacy and strategic thinking, managing stake…
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Rolling for Initiative: Anticipating Risks in TTRPGs and Projects
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis explores the critical topic of risk management, drawing parallels between rolling for initiative in TTRPGs and anticipating risks in real-world projects. Whether you’re dodging traps in a dungeon or navigating project challenges, preparation is key. Denis walks through risk identifi…
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Leading Your Adventuring Party: Team Dynamics in RPGs and the Workplace
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis takes you deep into the heart of Icewind Dale, blending the epic challenges of RPG adventuring with real-world team dynamics. Explore how leading an adventuring party through the frozen tundras parallels managing a team in the workplace. Denis breaks down the roles within an RPG tea…
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Strategic Mastery: Resource Management and Table Politics in Magic: The Gathering Commander
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis continues his exploration of the strategic depths of Magic: The Gathering Commander. Join us as we delve into the nuances of table politics, long-term versus short-term planning, and the ever-evolving meta. Discover how the social dynamics at the Commander table mirror the complexit…
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Strategic Alliances and the Ever-Changing Meta: Leadership Lessons from Commander
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis delves into the strategic world of Magic: The Gathering Commander. Explore how the intricate alliances, shifting metas, and tactical gameplay of Commander offer valuable lessons in leadership and project management. Denis breaks down how forming alliances, managing resources, and ad…
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Galactic Roadmaps: Strategic Project Planning Lessons from Battlestar Galactica
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Episode Description: In this episode of Roll for Leadership, Denis takes you on an intergalactic journey inspired by Battlestar Galactica. Learn how the epic journey of the fleet mirrors strategic project planning. Denis dives deep into how clear objectives, strategic checkpoints, and adaptability are crucial to navigating complex projects. Whether…
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Rolling for Leadership: Embrace Your Inner Geek
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Episode Description: Welcome to the very first episode of Roll for Leadership! Join Denis as he blends the worlds of program management and tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). In this episode, Denis shares his journey from a 14-year-old D&D player to a seasoned project manager. Discover how the creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership skill…
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