The Steady Progress Podcast is a planned series from Ahadu Legesse about the parts of work that rarely get discussed plainly: managing deadlines, dealing with change, improving team communication and building a career in project management. The goal is useful conversation about common workplace situations, without making the topics more complicated than they need to be.

The name reflects Ahadu’s view of careers and projects alike. Most progress comes from showing up consistently, listening well and making small improvements that add up over time — not from dramatic turnarounds.

What to expect

Episodes will draw on lessons from nearly three decades in large organizations across the Twin Cities, along with conversations with other professionals. Early episodes cover consistency, listening, career lessons from business operations, the power of small improvements, balancing work with health and personal goals, and building a career and community in Minnesota.

Want to suggest a topic or be a guest? Contact Ahadu. Until launch, his blog covers many of the same themes.

Planned episodes

  1. The Value of Showing Up Consistently
  2. Good Project Management Starts With Listening
  3. Lessons From a Career in Business Operations
  4. Why Small Improvements Lead to Bigger Results
  5. Balancing Work, Health, and Personal Goals
  6. Building a Career and Community in Minnesota

Frequently asked questions

Who hosts The Steady Progress Podcast?

Ahadu Asres Legesse, a senior project manager in Anoka, Minnesota, with more than 28 years of experience in business operations.

When does The Steady Progress Podcast launch?

The podcast is planned to launch in January 2027, with two episodes per month.

Who is the podcast for?

Project managers, business professionals, recent graduates and anyone interested in career development.

How long are the episodes?

About 20 to 30 minutes each.

Starting out in project management?

Ahadu is happy to talk with people entering the field, Twin Cities professionals comparing notes, and anyone with an idea for The Steady Progress Podcast.

Send Ahadu a message