In this episode, Scott sits down with Kate, a PMP® student whose journey wasn’t picture-perfect — and that’s exactly why it’s so valuable.

Kate failed her first attempt at the PMP exam. She came close, but nerves and overwhelm got the best of her. Instead of letting that setback define her, she regrouped, worked with the All In PM Prep program, and came back just weeks later to absolutely crush the exam.

This is an honest, transparent conversation about what really happens when the pressure of the PMP exam hits. You’ll hear:

• Why nerves derailed her first attempt (and how she recognized it)

• The simple changes she made in her prep the second time around

• How she shifted her mindset to walk into the exam with confidence

• Encouragement for anyone who feels overwhelmed or is doubting their ability

Kate’s story proves that failing once doesn’t mean you’re done — it means you’re learning. If you’re preparing for the PMP exam, this episode will give you a real-world perspective and the motivation to push through to success.

If you need help simplifying PMP concepts in a way that really makes sense, reach out and I’ll teach you and create a plan that works for you: 757-759-5282.

Three little words trip up more PMP students than almost anything else: Risk, Issue, Assumption. Get them confused on the exam, and you’ll wreck a question you could have nailed.

In this episode, Scott unpacks these concepts with clear definitions, fun analogies, and exam-focused insights so they finally stick. You’ll learn:

• The simple difference between risks, issues, and assumptions (Clouds, Rain, Park)

• Why positive risks (opportunities) matter as much as threats

• How risks, issues, and assumptions flow into one another on real projects

• The common exam traps PMI uses to confuse you — and how to avoid them

• Real-life scenarios (including a funny Mickey Mouse napkin example) that make it unforgettable

📌 Key takeaway: Risks, issues, and assumptions aren’t the same. Each has its own log, timing, and process. Get them straight, and the exam questions suddenly become obvious.

👉 Want Scott to help you master confusing PMP concepts and build a plan that fits your life? Call or text 757-759-5282.

If you need help simplifying PMP concepts in a way that really makes sense, call or text me at 757-759-5282. I’ll help you create a plan that works and gets you exam-ready.

PMI’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct isn’t a side topic — it’s a core exam filter. On test day, PMI is asking: Can I trust you to lead this project with integrity?

In this episode, we break down the four values — Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, and Honesty — with vivid examples, red lines, and the common traps that cause students to stumble. You’ll learn:

• The gold standard behaviors PMI expects you to demonstrate.

• The absolute NOs that always eliminate answer choices.

• The common confusion points (gifts, bribes, favors, cultural practices) — and how PMI wants you to think about them.

• The exam “common sense” tools: the Front-Page Test, the Law → Policy → PMI ladder, and the 4D Rule (Disclose, Decline, Document, Delegate/Recuse).

• A mini quiz of real exam-style scenarios where we walk through the right and wrong choices together.

👉 Bottom line: Skills make you a project manager. Ethics make you a leader. And on the PMP exam, ethics can make the difference between passing and failing.

If you need help simplifying PMP concepts in a way that really makes sense, reach out and I’ll teach you and create a plan that works for you: 757-759-5282.

In this episode, you’ll hear the inspiring success story of Craig, who transitioned from the military to PMP-certified professional. Craig put in the work, stayed disciplined, and in the process discovered how to make even the most complex PMP concepts simple and clear.

Craig drops ginormous value bombs you can use right now:

• How to approach the PMP exam like learning a new language

• Why simplicity is the key to retention and confidence

• The study practices that gave him clarity and speed on exam day

• How to take what he learned and apply it directly to your own journey

Craig doesn’t just tell his story — he leaves behind a roadmap anyone can follow. If you’re preparing for the PMP and feel overwhelmed, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need to push through.

📌 Key takeaway: You don’t need to overcomplicate PMP prep. With focus, discipline, and the right strategies, you can simplify the language, master the mindset, and succeed on exam day.

👉 Want Scott to build you a study plan, review your weak spots, or coach you all the way to PMP success? Call or text 757-759-5282.

If you need help simplifying PMP concepts in a way that really makes sense, reach out and I’ll teach you and create a plan that works for you: 757-759-5282.

This is Part 2 of our deep dive into procurement, inspired by a listener who texted me after struggling with procurement questions on a mock exam.

In Part 1, we broke down the contract families — Fixed Price, Cost-Plus, and Time & Materials — and made it clear who benefits and why. We even cleared up the biggest confusion point: Cost-Plus vs. T&M (Receipts vs. Rate Card).

Now in Part 2, we take it further and uncover why PMI often wants you to pick the process answer instead of the contract answer.

We cover:

• Why the exam loves “use the organizational procurement process”

• Breaking down the acronyms: make-or-buy, sourcing plan, RFX, evaluation criteria, and MSA (with simple, fun analogies)

• What multi-tiered contracts really are and why PMI includes them

• The top exam traps in procurement and how to avoid them

• Quick-fire scenarios that tie it all together

📌 Key takeaway from Part 2: PMI doesn’t want cowboy project managers freelancing contracts. They want you to know when to lean on the organizational process, and how risk, governance, and structure create trust and clarity.

👉 Want Scott to build you a study plan, review your weak spots, or coach you all the way to PMP success? Call or text 757-759-5282.

If you need help simplifying PMP concepts in a way that really makes sense, reach out and I’ll teach you and create a plan that works for you: 757-759-5282.

This episode kicks off a two-part deep dive into procurement, inspired by a listener who texted me after struggling with procurement questions on a mock exam.

In Part 1, we cover:

• Why procurement feels so confusing on the PMP exam

• The three contract families — Fixed Price, Cost-Plus, and Time & Materials

• Who benefits and why under each type (buyer, seller, or both)

• A direct comparison of Cost-Plus vs. T&M (Receipts vs. Rate Card)

• A quick-fire exercise with real (and funny) scenarios to lock it in

I wrap Part 1 by teeing up what’s next, because procurement isn’t just about contracts — it’s about process.

In Part 2, we’ll break down:

• Why the exam loves “use the organizational procurement process”

• The make-or-buy decision, sourcing plans, RFX, evaluation criteria, and MSA (explained in plain English)

• Multi-tiered contract structures and why PMI loves them

• The most common exam traps and how to avoid them

📌 Key takeaway from Part 1: Contracts are just risk-placement tools. Know who’s holding the hot potato, and you’ll know who benefits.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll finish the journey and connect it back to how PMI wants you to think on exam day.

👉 Want Scott to build you a study plan, review your weak spots, or coach you all the way to PMP success? Call or text 757-759-5282.

If you need help with PMP questions and you want to pass the PMP exam, call me, Scott, at 757-759-5282 and we’ll talk through a plan for you.

In this episode, I break down one of the biggest mistakes smart professionals make when tackling PMP exam questions: they fight the system. Instead of stepping into the role of a project leader, they slip back into an individual contributor mindset—arguing about how unrealistic the question is, or how the team “should have done it differently.”

But on the exam, and in real project management, your job isn’t to nitpick the system. Your job is to conduct the orchestra.

I walk you through an example to show how shifting your perspective—from player to conductor—completely changes how you approach questions and situations. Once you stop fighting the question and start thinking like the orchestrator, the right answers become clear.

Tune in to reframe how you think, approach PMP questions with confidence, and start leading like the conductor your team (and your exam) needs.

If you want the same kind of help James got to crush his PMP exam, call me directly at 757-759-5282.

This episode is pure fire. 🎤 James just passed the PMP Exam and came back to drop straight knowledge bombs on one of our Hard Questions Made Easy calls. He breaks down exactly how he studied, how he stayed confident, and how he kept his mindset locked in all the way through exam day.

All I had to do was throw him a few questions—James did the rest. His insights on how to overcome fear, build confidence, and master the exam will get you pumped up and ready to succeed.

If you’ve been wondering how real students make it to the finish line, this conversation will give you the clarity, energy, and belief that you can do it too.

Tune in, take notes, and let James show you what’s possible.