Project Management & Leadership - Life After the PMP Exam

Phill Akinwale, PMP, OPM3

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. Sep 25

    Program Management Interview 2026: 10 Hardest Questions Top Firms Ask

    Program Management Interview 2026: 10 Hardest Questions Top Firms Ask

  2. Aug 21

    Oh No! PMBOK 8 .... Almost - Project Management Across V6 - v8

    PMBOK 8 almost got it! What is missing?

  3. 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.

  4. Jun 26

    A Refresher on AGILE Basics

    A deep review of the Agile Manifesto values and principles

  5. 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

  6. May 31

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

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

  7. 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

  8. May 29

    🚨 PMBOK® 8 Just Killed These Knowledge Areas! 😳

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

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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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