End-of-Life Planning Through a Project Manager’s Lens | Mark Rozner

What happens when you look at death, dying, and legacy the same way you would approach a major project? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with fellow project manager Mark Rozner to explore how project management principles can transform end-of-life planning from overwhelming chaos into a clear, compassionate process.

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What happens when you look at death, dying, and legacy the same way you would approach a major project? In this episode of the Digital Legacy Podcast, host Niki Weiss sits down with fellow project manager Mark Rozner to explore how project management principles can transform end-of-life planning from overwhelming chaos into a clear, compassionate process.

Together, they share personal stories and professional insights on how skills like risk management, stakeholder analysis, communication, and change management play a surprising yet powerful role in navigating life’s final chapter.

✨ You’ll discover:

  • How project management skills translate directly into end-of-life planning

  • Why proactive conversations matter more than paperwork alone

  • The role of emotional intelligence and intuition in supporting families

  • Practical strategies for managing conflict, grief, and change at the end of life

This conversation reframes death not just as an ending, but as a project we can prepare for with love, clarity, and dignity.





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