Project Management & Leadership - Life After the PMP Exam

Phill Akinwale, PMP, OPM3
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The Project Leadership Institute Podcast is a podcast led by Phill Akinwale that explores how to effectively lead as a project leader and what happens next after PMP and other PM Certifications. In each episode, Phill interviews experienced project leaders and experts to share their insights on topics such as: The skills and qualities of an effective project leader How to overcome common project challenges What to do after you've earned your PMP or other PM Certification Join the PLI at http://projectleadershipinstitute.com

  1. Jul 24

    SCRUM Refresher: The 3:5:3 Framework

    The SIMPLEST Scrum Lesson You’ll Ever Watch Using a food Example 🍔, Phill weaves in the 3 roles, 5 events and 3 artifacts.

  2. Jun 26

    A Refresher on AGILE Basics

    A deep review of the Agile Manifesto values and principles

  3. Jun 1

    🔥 PMP Alone Is NOT Enough Anymore - 🚀 The Six-Figure Project Manager Blueprint

    🔥 PMP Alone Is NOT Enough Anymore - 🚀 The Six-Figure Project Manager Blueprint

  4. May 31

    Program Leadership Cert (JAN 2027) - Program Management Standard Explained in MINUTES!

    Program Leadership Cert (JAN 2027) - Program Management Standard Explained in MINUTES!

  5. May 30

    How People Break Into Project Management Without University #capm #pmp

    A recurring question many people ask is simple: Do I really need a college degree to become a successful project manager?The answer may surprise many people.In this episode, Phill explains why a degree is not the only path into project management and why many successful professionals build strong careers through learning fast, applying knowledge wisely, and developing leadership in the real world. This discussion breaks project management down in practical language:• what project management really means • how projects move from beginning to completion • why leadership matters more than many people think • the difference between managing project stages and technical phases • CAPM, PMP, and leadership-based certification pathways • what employers often value beyond formal education If you have wondered whether you can enter project management without a traditional degree, this gives you a realistic view of what matters most in today’s environment.Certification can help. Experience matters. But the strongest edge often comes from learning quickly and applying what you know with confidence.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:Would you choose degree first, certification first, or skill first?#ProjectManagement #CAPM #PMP #Leadership #CareerGrowth #Praizion #PhillAkinwale #ProjectManager #CollegeVsSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment________________________________________Chapters0:00 Introduction: Do you really need a degree?0:42 Learn fast and apply fast1:04 What project management really means2:17 Knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques2:56 What project managers actually do daily4:07 The five project management stages5:06 Planning scope, schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholders5:43 Executing the work6:18 Monitoring and controlling6:52 Closing projects and phases7:35 Project life cycle vs project management life cycle9:33 Why college is not mandatory10:06 CAPM explained12:14 PMP pathway explained13:27 Leadership certification and influence14:10 Final advice for future project managers

  6. May 29

    🚨 PMBOK® 8 Just Killed These Knowledge Areas! 😳

    Quick update on the PMBOK Guide 8th Edition and what has changed.

  7. Apr 28

    College Is Not a Guarantee Anymore — What School Gives You… and What It Never Promised #job #pmp

    For years, people were told:Go to school. Get a degree. Get a great job.But the world has changed.In this episode, we take an honest look at the current educational system, what college truly offers, and why a degree alone no longer guarantees top-level success.We examine:✅ Why college was built for a different economic era✅ Why employers increasingly hire capability over credentials✅ Why networking often matters more than coursework✅ Why soft skills now determine promotion✅ Why student debt changes the equation✅ Why many successful people built careers outside traditional paths✅ What college still gives you that remains valuableThis is not anti-college.This is about seeing college clearly:as one tool—not the full answer.Whether you are a student, graduate, parent, professional, or someone questioning your next move, this conversation matters now more than ever.👇 Drop your thoughts below:Do you believe college still gives the strongest advantage today?#College #Education #CareerSuccess #Jobs #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Skills #ArtificialIntelligence #SuccessMindsetChapters ⏱️0:00 Why education exists in the first place1:05 Why college was designed for a different era1:35 Why degrees are no longer rare signals2:00 Famous success stories outside the traditional path3:00 Why employers now hire capability first3:30 Why college often misses economic navigation4:10 Student debt and the hidden cost of degrees4:40 Careers that no longer require traditional degrees5:05 Networking as a major force multiplier6:05 Soft skills versus academic brilliance6:30 College gives structure, life requires direction7:05 Solving life like a sequence of problems8:00 Why early work experience changes perspective9:00 Degrees with weak direct market alignment9:35 Why practical experience often beats grades10:20 Intellectual discipline: what college still builds10:50 Diverse thinking and exposure11:05 Why interviews reward communicated value11:30 Financial intelligence college rarely teaches12:10 The hidden curriculum: responsibility13:05 Why success today comes from combination, not one credentialOther courses: http://praizion.comPodcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/46uJBmlSRnQzzrkKpNyZ9ZOnline Agile Training for PMP Exam: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/agilepmpMAIN SITE: www.praizion.comPraizion Media specializes in project management education and professional development. Please visit: www.praizion.com for project management and PMP Exam training materials.

  8. Apr 7

    RESCUED FROM IRAN: The 36-Hour Mission Nobody Thought Was Possible (A Lesson in Leadership)

    On a Friday afternoon in April 2026, a US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down over the Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad mountains of southern Iran. Two crew members ejected. One was rescued within hours. The other — a highly respected Colonel and weapons systems officer — disappeared into enemy territory, hunted by hundreds of IRGC soldiers, armed locals, and the weight of an entire regime desperate for a propaganda victory. What happened over the next 36 hours was not just a military operation. It was a masterclass in leadership. This is that story — told through the lens of the principles that separate ordinary command from extraordinary leadership.

    RESCUED FROM IRAN: The 36-Hour Mission Nobody Thought Was Possible (A Lesson in Leadership)
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The Project Leadership Institute Podcast is a podcast led by Phill Akinwale that explores how to effectively lead as a project leader and what happens next after PMP and other PM Certifications. In each episode, Phill interviews experienced project leaders and experts to share their insights on topics such as: The skills and qualities of an effective project leader How to overcome common project challenges What to do after you've earned your PMP or other PM Certification Join the PLI at http://projectleadershipinstitute.com

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