Konshuhs Agility-Project Manager Coach & Agile Coach, Trainer, Mentor & Author

Edward Coke, Jr, MSPM,PMP, CAPM, CSM, Agile Coach
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Are you ready to elevate your project management game? Welcome to a dynamic podcast designed to disrupt traditional thinking and revolutionize your approach to project management. Blending the powerful frameworks, methodologies, and mindsets of the PMBOK, Agile, Scrum, and Kanban, infused with a strong focus on personal development, this podcast delivers real-world strategies and transformative insights. Hosted by a seasoned professional holding PMP, CAPM, and CSM certifications and boasting over a decade of hands-on experience, each episode provides actionable advice to sharpen your leadership, enhance communication skills, and master stakeholder engagement. Whether you're managing cross-functional teams, seeking continuous improvement, or navigating complex projects, you'll gain practical tips and cutting-edge methodologies to excel in today's fast-paced landscape. Join us weekly for engaging discussions and the inspiration you need to become the exceptional project leader you've always aspired to be. Your journey toward project management excellence begins here! CLICK HERE FOR FREE RESOURCES

  1. Every Project Manager Learns This the Hard Way | 8 Leadership Lessons No One Warns You About

    FEB 8

    Every Project Manager Learns This the Hard Way | 8 Leadership Lessons No One Warns You About

    No one tells you this when you step into project management. You’ll be the last to know what’s happening on your own project. People won’t read your meeting recaps until something breaks. Accountability disappears unless it’s measured. And sooner or later, you’ll fail... publicly. In this episode, we unpack eight hard-earned lessons every project manager eventually learns the hard way. Not from certifications. Not from frameworks. But from real moments of frustration, missed visibility, political tension, and leadership under pressure. This is a grounded, experience-driven conversation about what actually shapes strong project leaders when control slips, communication breaks down, and expectations collide. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why project managers are often the last to know — and how to build systems of visibility instead of taking it personallyWhy meeting recaps become valuable only after a problem — and how to write them so they matter before the crisisHow accountability changes behavior only when it’s measured and visibleWhy micromanagement is rarely about control and almost always about distrustWhen and how to escalate with confidence — without burning credibilityHow to recognize hidden resistance and navigate project politics calmlyWhy failure is unavoidable — and why it’s the real entry point to leadershipWhy you can’t save a project alone — and how exceptional project managers build momentum through people, not heroicsThis episode is for project managers who feel the weight of responsibility but don’t always have the authority, clarity, or support they expected. The hard lessons don’t define you. They refine you — if you’re willing to learn from them. If this resonates, share it with a project manager who needs to hear it. And if you’re looking for mentorship or coaching, check the link in the episode notes. Let’s get to work. ✅ 1:1 COACHING Ready to lead with confidence, communicate with authority, and silence imposter syndrome for good? 👉Apply here https://pxl.to/edwardcokejr . to join my private coaching program.

    15 min
  2. Projects Don’t Fail Overnight: 8 Hard Truths Every Project Manager Must Learn

    FEB 5

    Projects Don’t Fail Overnight: 8 Hard Truths Every Project Manager Must Learn

    Projects rarely fail in one big moment. They fail quietly. Through unclear expectations. Side conversations. Weak communication. Leaders avoiding hard truths. And somehow… the project manager still gets the blame. In this episode, the discussion will focus on the real reasons projects collapse and share 8 practical leadership principles every project manager must master to protect delivery, build trust, and lead with confidence, even when inheriting chaos. This isn’t theory from a textbook. These are lessons forged inside messy, high-pressure, real-world projects where the stakes are real and excuses don’t save you. If you’ve ever walked into a project with: no charterno alignmentno ownershipand leadership saying “just manage it”This episode is for you. You’ll learn how to: Reset a project that was broken before you arrivedClarify authority and expectations on day oneFix silent teams and communication gapsStop scope creep before it spreadsEliminate side conversations that derail deliveryReport status honestly without losing credibilityCreate real accountability and ownershipPivot early instead of burning time and budgetLead with standards people actually respectBecause project management isn’t just about tasks and timelines. It’s leadership. It’s courage. It’s telling the truth when no one else will. And when things go wrong, real project managers don’t step back. They step up. If you’re a new PM, experienced leader, or preparing for certifications like CAPM or PMP, this episode will sharpen how you think, communicate, and lead under pressure. 🎯 Ready to level up? Share this with another project manager and check the link for mentorship and coaching. Let’s build stronger leaders, not just better schedules. project management, project manager leadership, failing projects, project recovery, stakeholder communication, team accountability, project manager mindset, pm soft skills, leadership development, CAPM PMP career growth, managing difficult projects, project delivery best practices

    16 min
  3. How to Add Real Value as a Project Manager (Leadership, Influence, Soft Skills & Execution)

    FEB 2

    How to Add Real Value as a Project Manager (Leadership, Influence, Soft Skills & Execution)

    Most project managers think their value comes from what they deliver. Schedules. Dashboards. Status reports. Here’s the truth… nobody cares. Teams care about one thing: Do you make their job easier or harder? In this episode, you’ll learn why the most respected project managers don’t lead with authority or titles. They lead with service, clarity, and influence. Through a real story from the field, this episode breaks down the mindset shift that separates “task trackers” from indispensable leaders and walks through 8 practical principles that make teams trust you, stakeholders respect you, and projects move faster. You’ll learn how to: Stop hiding behind your title and earn real influenceUse the Iron Triangle to drive honest trade-offsAsk better questions that uncover hidden risksBuild trust through soft skills (not tools)Remove blockers instead of just reporting themProtect yourself with documentation and decision trailsSurface uncomfortable risks earlyTranslate complexity so leaders can actThis is the difference between being “the PM” and being the person everyone wants on their project. If you want to become the project manager people rely on when things get messy, this episode is for you.

    16 min
  4. No One Claps at the Beginning — And That’s Where Most Project Managers Quit

    JAN 31

    No One Claps at the Beginning — And That’s Where Most Project Managers Quit

    No one claps when you become a project manager. And that silence is the test. In this episode, we will discuss the breakdown of why new project managers often feel lost the moment they get the title, no instant respect, no automatic trust, and no clear signal that they belong. This isn’t about confidence or motivation. It’s about understanding how leadership actually works when you’re new, unseen, and still earning credibility. In this Episode, we will discuss: Why a PM title gives you responsibility, not influenceHow trust is built through consistency, not introductionsWhy your ideas may land flat early — and why that’s normalHow discomfort is proof of growth, not incompetenceWhy reliability beats sounding smart every time If you’re a new project manager questioning yourself, feeling invisible in meetings, or wondering when things start to click, this episode will reset your expectations and show you how real leadership is built, quietly, deliberately, and one small win at a time. No applause. No shortcuts. Just the work that turns you into a project manager people trust. 🎧 Listen now — and download this episode if you’re in the early, uncomfortable phase of your PM journey.

    12 min
  5. Scrum 3-5-3 Explained for PMI Exams | Roles, Events, Artifacts, and What PMI Really Tests

    12/16/2025

    Scrum 3-5-3 Explained for PMI Exams | Roles, Events, Artifacts, and What PMI Really Tests

    Scrum looks simple on paper. PMI makes sure you understand it under pressure. In this episode, we break down the Scrum 3-5-3 framework in plain language so it actually sticks. That means 3 Roles, 5 Events, and 3 Artifacts, plus how PMI expects you to think about them on the CAPM, PMP, and PMI-ACP exams. This is not a definitions episode. It’s about understanding intent, accountability, and behavior so you can spot the right answer even when every option looks “almost correct. You’ll learn how PMI frames Scrum questions, where candidates get trapped, and how to connect Scrum theory to real agile delivery without turning the Daily Scrum into a status meeting or the Definition of Done into wishful thinking. If you are studying for a PMI exam or trying to apply Scrum without chaos, this episode will save you time, frustration, and second-guessing. In this episode, you’ll learn: How the Scrum 3-5-3 framework really works and why PMI tests it the way they doThe true accountability of Product Owner, Scrum Master, and DevelopersHow to think about events as feedback loops, not calendar meetingsWhy artifacts exist and how PMI tests transparency and inspectionCommon exam traps, including the Daily Scrum reporting mindset and vague Definitions of DoneHow to translate Scrum theory into clear leadership behavior on agile teamsThis episode is built for: CAPM candidates who want clarity without memorizationPMP candidates navigating agile and hybrid questionsPMI-ACP candidates who need deeper theory confidenceProject managers who want Scrum to work in the real worldIf Scrum ever felt simple but somehow confusing at the same time, this one is for you.👉 Subscribe, listen, and share this episode with someone preparing for a PMI exam. Confidence comes from understanding, not cramming. Disclaimer: PMP®, CAPM®, PMI-ACP®, and PMI are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. This content is created independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by PMI. All information provided is for educational purposes to support exam preparation and professional development.

    18 min
  6. From Overlooked to Unstoppable: Mastering Rejection in Project Management

    12/09/2025

    From Overlooked to Unstoppable: Mastering Rejection in Project Management

    Rejection hurts, but it also sharpens you. This episode breaks down how being overlooked, dismissed, or underestimated can become the exact pressure that turns you into a leader people respect. Inside this conversation, you’ll hear the real mindset shift behind going from Rejected PM to Respected PM. No fluff. No theory. Just practical insight that helps you stop chasing validation, silence doubt, and build the kind of confidence that can’t be taken away. If you’ve dealt with imposter syndrome, or the quiet feeling that you’re always proving yourself, this episode hands you the blueprint for rising above it. We cover how rejection becomes data, how to turn emotion into execution, and how to build a career that grows even when the door closes in your face. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode How to transform rejection into a strategic advantage instead of letting it define you.Why chasing validation keeps PMs stuck — and how to shift to proving yourself right through action.A simple mindset reset for silencing imposter syndrome even in high-pressure environments.How to respond to workplace bullies and dismissive stakeholders without losing your confidence or professionalism.The difference between reacting emotionally and reflecting intelligently so you grow instead of spiral.How to build quiet credibility through consistency, skill development, and visible results.Why the doors that close often create the path you actually needed.

    17 min
  7. Failing the PMP: The Brutal Truth, the Comeback, and the Mindset You Need to Rise Again

    12/04/2025

    Failing the PMP: The Brutal Truth, the Comeback, and the Mindset You Need to Rise Again

    Failing the PMP exam hits harder than people admit. It’s not just a score report. It’s the silence afterward. The self-doubt. The pressure to act like you’re okay while your confidence is quietly sinking. This episode pulls back the curtain on the part no one prepares you for — the emotional crash after failing and the real work required to rebuild. You’ll hear the truth about what happens when your commitment gets tested, your identity feels shaken, and your ambition starts to wobble. More importantly, you’ll learn how to rise. Whether you’re preparing for your first attempt or bouncing back from a painful fail, this conversation gives you the mindset, strategies, and confidence to walk back into that exam stronger than you’ve ever been. This is the episode every PMP candidate needs — especially the ones suffering in silence. 🔥 Key Takeaways Failure doesn’t expose your limits. It exposes your gaps — and gaps can be closed.Your mindset after failure determines how fast you rise.Confidence isn’t lost in one exam… It's lost in the stories you tell yourself afterward.Your comeback can become the most powerful leadership lesson you’ll ever teach.Passing the PMP proves competence. Failing it builds character, grit, and leadership.🎯 The Lessons You Will Learn The emotional truth behind failing the PMP and why the pain feels so personalHow to rebuild confidence and focus when your motivation gets shakenThe difference between chasing the letters “PMP” and becoming truly competentHow to break down a failed exam report into a targeted comeback strategyLeadership and mindset principles every PM must master when recovering from a setback Disclaimer: PMP®, CAPM®, PMI-ACP®, and PMI are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. This content is created independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by PMI. All information provided is for educational purposes to support exam preparation and professional development.

    18 min
  8. How Long Does the CAPM Really Take? The Timeline No One Talks About

    12/02/2025

    How Long Does the CAPM Really Take? The Timeline No One Talks About

    How long does it truly take to earn the CAPM certification? The honest answer: it depends on your starting point and your schedule. While a 90-day timeline is possible, it's an aggressive pace. For most new project managers, four to five months is the ideal window to study, build confidence, and avoid overwhelm. In this episode, I will share realistic timelines from the application process to exam day, and share what worked during his own journey, which took about five to six months while balancing a full-time career. You’ll get a clear view of what to expect, how to structure your study plan, and how to avoid the delays that hold most candidates back. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: By the end of this episode, you'll understand how to: Compare realistic CAPM timelines, including 90 days vs. a 4–5 month structured planMeet the 23 contact hour requirement without scramblingBuild a personalized study schedule that fits your work and lifeAvoid the common bottlenecks that stretch preparation longer than necessaryUse proven strategies to stay consistent, confident, and fully prepared for exam day ✅ 1:1 COACHING If you’re tired of second-guessing yourself in your role, it’s time to get support that actually moves you forward. Apply for 1:1 coaching and start leading like the project manager your team trusts, follows, and respects.👉Apply here https://pxl.to/edwardcokejr . Disclaimer: PMP®, CAPM®, PMI-ACP®, and PMI are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc. This content is created independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by PMI. All information provided is for educational purposes to support exam preparation and professional development.

    9 min
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Are you ready to elevate your project management game? Welcome to a dynamic podcast designed to disrupt traditional thinking and revolutionize your approach to project management. Blending the powerful frameworks, methodologies, and mindsets of the PMBOK, Agile, Scrum, and Kanban, infused with a strong focus on personal development, this podcast delivers real-world strategies and transformative insights. Hosted by a seasoned professional holding PMP, CAPM, and CSM certifications and boasting over a decade of hands-on experience, each episode provides actionable advice to sharpen your leadership, enhance communication skills, and master stakeholder engagement. Whether you're managing cross-functional teams, seeking continuous improvement, or navigating complex projects, you'll gain practical tips and cutting-edge methodologies to excel in today's fast-paced landscape. Join us weekly for engaging discussions and the inspiration you need to become the exceptional project leader you've always aspired to be. Your journey toward project management excellence begins here! CLICK HERE FOR FREE RESOURCES

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