Becoming a Project Management King or Queen (Life After the PMP Exam): How to Lead and Succeed After Your PMP Exam

By Phill Akinwale

In the vast realm of project management, earning a PMP certification is akin to a knight being anointed or a noble ascending to the throne. It's a significant milestone, a testament to one's dedication, skill, and expertise. But as with all crowns, the PMP certification is not just an emblem of honor; it's a call to greater responsibility, leadership, and excellence.

Welcome to "Becoming a Project Management King and Queen," where the journey beyond the PMP certification unfolds. This book is not merely a guide; it's a compass, pointing you towards the uncharted territories of leadership, innovation, and unparalleled success in the world of project management.

While the PMP certification equips you with the technical knowledge and foundational skills, this book aims to mold you into a sovereign of your domain. It's about transcending the ordinary, leading with vision and empathy, and crafting legacies that stand the test of time.

Whether you envision yourself as a king, leading with authority and strategy, or a queen, guiding with intuition and grace, the path to regal project management awaits. Embrace the journey, for in these pages lies the map to your kingdom. Let's embark on this quest together, transforming you from a certified professional into project management royalty.

• Language: English
• Publisher: PRAIZION MEDIA
• Release date: Aug 23, 2023
• ISBN: 9781934579312

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Becoming a Project Management King or Queen (Life After the PMP® Exam)

How to Lead and Succeed After Your PMP® Exam

PHILL AKINWALE, OPM3, PMP, PMI-ACP

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Becoming a Project Management King or Queen (Ebook)

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Phillip Akinwale, MSc, OPM3, PMP, PMI-ACP, CAPM, PSM, CSM

Copyright © 2023 Praizion Media

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ISBN 978-1-934579-31-2

The author and publisher make no warranties or representation that use of this publication will result in passing the PMP® exam or about the completeness and accuracy of the contents. The author and publisher accept no liability, losses or damages of any kind caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by this publication.

PMI®, the PMI® logo, PMBOK® and PMP® are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. Project Management Institute, A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) Seventh Edition, Project Management Institute, Inc., 2021. Copyright and all rights reserved.

CONTENTS

Introduction

Chapter 1: The Road to Success

Chapter 2: Introduction to Project Leadership

Chapter 3: The Importance of Continuous Learning

Chapter 4: The Power of Conviction and Influence

Chapter 5: The Role of Relationships and Networking

Chapter 6: Training, Coaching, and Mentoring

Chapter 7: Attitude and Leadership in Project Management

Chapter 8: The Importance of Technological Knowledge

Chapter 9: Stepping Up Your Game

Chapter 10: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Navigating Office Politics

Chapter 11: Pursuing Excellence in Project Management

Chapter 12: Coaching and Mentoring: Next Steps

Chapter 13: PDUs

About the Author

Introduction

Every year, countless students achieve the esteemed PMP certification, marking a significant milestone in their professional journey. Yet, this accomplishment is but the dawn of the odyssey for a certified project manager. While some soar to unparalleled heights, others find themselves anchored to their initial position, and a few even grapple with a growing disillusionment, having anticipated a world brimming with opportunities.

However, it is essential to understand that success, much like charity, does not always present itself without effort or initiative. At times, opportunities must be ardently pursued before they manifest. On other occasions, they elude even the certified, not because of the absence of knowledge, but due to a lack of preparation to seize them. This shortfall might stem from an inability to demonstrate expertise, a lack of confidence, or perhaps an inadequacy in articulating one's capabilities compellingly.

In my