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The New World of Project Management

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / January 9, 2019

When it comes to project management, the future is now.

Agile, Project Management

Agile vs Scrum: What You Need to Know

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / January 2, 2019

Are you ready to take your project management approach to a new level? One of the most popular project management approaches today is commonly referred to as Agile. Agile is more of a mindset then a defined methodology and is purposefully lightweight and adaptable. In organizations that adopt agile and have projects with high complexity

Agile, PMI-ACP

Agile vs Scrum: Is There a Difference?

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / December 12, 2018

For many in the project management industry, Agile and Scrum are terms you have likely heard for a while. And at first glance, it can feel like some people use the terms Agile and Scrum interchangeably. However, these terms have specific meanings, so it’s important to understand Agile vs Scrum, and how they work together

PMP Exam Prep

Psychometric Assessments and the PMP® Exam

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / December 5, 2018

Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam candidates are often quite curious about what their exam experience will be like. Common questions include: what is the passing score, how many math questions will I have, and how hard will it be? The short answer to all three of these questions is a very disappointing, “no one knows”.

Agile, PMI-ACP, Project Management

The Basics of Agile Project Management

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / November 28, 2018

For those that operate in the project management space, you’ve likely heard a lot about Agile Methodologies. And while you may have a vague idea of what Agile means, it’s hard to picture the real-world benefits of Agile without a comprehensive understanding to this project development approach. Agile project management is a popular approach that

Continuing Education, Professional Development

What is The PMI Talent Triangle®?

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / November 21, 2018

The PMI Talent Triangle® is a framework that defines the key skill sets necessary for success in today’s project management environment. The three sides of the triangle are Ways of Working, Power Skills, and Business Acumen. Professionals consider these three skills to be the most important for project managers to have in order to be

PMP Certification, PMP Exam Prep

13 Best PMP® Certification Study Guide Materials

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / November 14, 2018

It’s no question that study guides are essential for passing the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Exam. But, every aspiring PMP® credential holder has different schedules and learning styles, which means you need a PMP exam prep program that offers a wide variety of materials to meet everyone’s needs. If you’re looking to become certified

PMP Certification

5 Sections of the PMP® Exam Explained

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / October 31, 2018

Are you preparing to take the Project Management Professional (PMP)® exam and become a Project Management Professional® credential holder? If so, you’ll feel more comfortable taking the exam when you know what to expect. On this page: 1. Initiating 2. Planning 3. Executing 4. Monitoring and Controlling 5. Closing The PMP® exam consists of five

PMP Certification

How Do I Maintain My PMP® Certification?

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / October 24, 2018

Becoming a Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential holder is a huge accomplishment. If you have earned your PMP credential, you have joined the ranks of proven project management experts. And while this is an accomplishment you should certainly be proud of, there are more requirements to meet if you want to maintain your PMP certification

PMP Exam Prep

4 Things to Know about the PMP® Exam

Erin Aldridge, PMP, PMI-ACP, & CSPO / October 17, 2018

Are you planning to pursue a career as a Project Management Professional® credential holder? If so, you’re making an exciting decision! Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification holders have a much higher earning potential than their non-certified counterparts. A PMP® credential holder earns 22% more on average than project managers who haven’t earned their certification. Like