In today's globalized world, the ability to communicate effortlessly across cultures is a remarkable skill possessed by a select few. These individuals, often referred to as cultural chameleons, possess a unique talent for building connections and understanding in diverse cultural contexts. In...
The Power of Perseverance: Wayne's Triumph Over the PMP & PMI-ACP Exams
In the realm of professional growth and personal achievements, one quality often stands out: perseverance. It's the fuel that drives us to push through failures, challenges, and self-doubt. And Wayne Pelingon is a shining...
As a project management professional, you understand the value of certifications in today's competitive job market. One such certification is the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI). However, the CAPM exam is undergoing significant...
The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK®) Guide, through its 6th and 7th editions, presents a broad tapestry of project management methodologies. The sixth edition could be likened to a well-tuned orchestra playing a well-rehearsed symphony. It focuses on traditional predictive...
The Project Management Professional (PMP) exam draws from the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), a variety of other professional reference books, and the 2021 PMI Exam Content Outline (ECO). All these resources are generally acknowledged as the gold standard within the project...
In today's fast-paced digital world, the skills gap has become a pressing concern for both job seekers and employers. Traditional educational pathways often struggle to keep pace with the demand for specialized skills, leaving many job seekers ill-equipped for in-demand digital roles....
Over the years, I have worked with thousands of people from all occupations and backgrounds. Each of them has their own unique story, struggles, and aspirations. However, there is one story that I have heard repeatedly from many of my clients - the story of talented and hardworking professionals...
Achieving the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification can be a significant milestone in a project manager's career. The journey to obtaining this prestigious certification can be challenging, but with the right guidance and support, it is achievable. In this blog post, I’ll...
Disclaimer: This blog is an opinion piece and Coach Dan has strong opinions, as often the case with people who know what they are talking about and have little time for the white noise associated with pretenders that misdirect PMP Aspirants in the wrong directions over and over.
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Agile Project Management originated from the Agile Manifesto that was developed in February 2001. The manifesto was developed by a group of software developers who came together to find a more efficient alternative to documentation-driven, heavyweight software development processes. The Agile...
I've noticed that 3 students that I've been working with recently, even though they appeared ‘ready’ to take the PMP exam, still seemed hesitant to schedule the actual exam date. In collaborating with them in the coaching sessions I came to realize the thing that was holding them back...
A question that I've been getting asked a lot recently is “Dan what should I do the PMP exam – or --the ACP exam? So right away this brings up a lot of questions and comparisons about the two certifications especially because the (PMP® exam) recently underwent a major change as of...
