Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
I sit the exam in Muscat, Oman. After passing the exam, I went on a long drive from Muscat to Dubai; I asked myself, "Golam," now that you are a certified project management professional, what was the most important lesson you learned?
My self answers are the following :
Pass the PMP Exam the primary key is Understanding Processes, Not Just Memorizing Them: The PMP exam is not about memorizing all processes from the PMBOK® Guide.
It is about understanding how these processes fit together and how they are applied in real-world projects.
Perseverance & preparation pay off!
Passing the PMP Exam taught me to stay focused, overcome obstacles, and believe in myself. The most important lesson: with dedication and hard work, I can achieve anything I set my mind to!
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1 reply by Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
Jan 08, 2025 1:01 AM
Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
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Thank you very much Pavan Maddi
Passing the PMP Exam also taught me to stay focused, overcome obstacles, and believe in myself. Also, my confidence level has been increasing.
Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
Oct 11, 2024 11:29 AM
Replying to Lorrie Sivich
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I passed the exam the first time. To do this took 3-4 months of preparation (mock tests, time management practice, review of videos, reading books etc.) boot camp and working in peer sessions. Do not think you can pass this test without a lot of preparation. Ditto to the comments above---- understanding the PMI processes and PMI comprehensive questions on the test. They test your understanding of PMI project management. The questions can be long and tricky. If you do not understand the material and how the relationships work together, you will struggle. Hope that helps and good luck!
Hi Lorrie
Thank you for your valuable message.
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Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
Oct 10, 2024 7:04 AM
Replying to NICOLE ADJOUBA
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I took the exam 3 years ago. That day was very stressfull for me. My first recommendation is to reach the examination room with confidence. It is imperative to cultivate a mindset that allows you to confront questions with serenity.
Then, effective time management is crucial; it is advisable to allocate approximately one minute per question when preparing for the exam. Preparation is key, as thorough preparation helps to mitigate stress. Additionally, it is important to carefully read the instructions provided for the examination software. There is an option to put a question on hold, allowing you to revisit it later if you are uncertain. The appropriate strategy with this feature is to select an answer before putting question in hold. if time permits, return to the question for a more verifying response. A common mistake to avoid is marking a question without first selecting an answer. If time runs short, the likelihood of providing a correct answer diminishes significantly. Hope that will help for great succes.
One important lesson I learned from my PMP exam is that simply having book knowledge or theoretical understanding is not enough to pass the test. You need practical experience to truly grasp the concepts, as all the questions are scenario-based and closely reflect what you might encounter in your everyday job.
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1 reply by Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
Jan 08, 2025 1:11 AM
Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
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Hi Agun Sint,
it truly needs practical experience to truly grasp the concepts, as all the questions are scenario-based and closely reflect what you might encounter in your everyday job.
The most important lessons I learned from taking the PMP exam are:
* Organization for self-study. Having a goal of obtaining PMP, reunite the study resources you need, and set a plan to cover all contents before presenting the exam.
* Time management. Practice to be capable of answering the determined number of questions in the four hours provided for the exam. Have a strategy to jump and return to questions that require another revision to choose the best answer.
* Understanding concepts. The PMP exam is designed to evaluate the correct comprehension of the themes but does not require memorizing the contents literally.
*Preparation and focus. Perform the best preparation, be motivated and focused in your objective of obtaining the PMP certification.
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1 reply by Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
Jan 08, 2025 1:07 AM
Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
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Hi Elizabeth
I totally agree with you. It’s not about memorizing processes but truly understanding. I agree with your following points.
Organization for self-study.
Time management.
Understanding concepts.
Preparation and focus.
The key lesson I learned from the PMP exam is simple yet powerful: It’s not about memorizing processes but truly understanding how they connect and apply in the real world.
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1 reply by Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
Jan 08, 2025 1:03 AM
Md. Golam Rob Talukdar
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Thank you very much Kailey
i am totally agree with you, It’s not about memorizing processes but truly understanding
Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
Oct 11, 2024 8:26 PM
Replying to Pavan Maddi
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Perseverance & preparation pay off!
Passing the PMP Exam taught me to stay focused, overcome obstacles, and believe in myself. The most important lesson: with dedication and hard work, I can achieve anything I set my mind to!
Thank you very much Pavan Maddi
Passing the PMP Exam also taught me to stay focused, overcome obstacles, and believe in myself. Also, my confidence level has been increasing.
Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
Jan 05, 2025 7:56 AM
Replying to Ishpinder Kailey
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The key lesson I learned from the PMP exam is simple yet powerful: It’s not about memorizing processes but truly understanding how they connect and apply in the real world.
Thank you very much Kailey
i am totally agree with you, It’s not about memorizing processes but truly understanding
Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
Nov 27, 2024 11:20 AM
Replying to VerĂ³nica Elizabeth Pozo Ruiz
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The most important lessons I learned from taking the PMP exam are:
* Organization for self-study. Having a goal of obtaining PMP, reunite the study resources you need, and set a plan to cover all contents before presenting the exam.
* Time management. Practice to be capable of answering the determined number of questions in the four hours provided for the exam. Have a strategy to jump and return to questions that require another revision to choose the best answer.
* Understanding concepts. The PMP exam is designed to evaluate the correct comprehension of the themes but does not require memorizing the contents literally.
*Preparation and focus. Perform the best preparation, be motivated and focused in your objective of obtaining the PMP certification.
Hi Elizabeth
I totally agree with you. It’s not about memorizing processes but truly understanding. I agree with your following points.
Organization for self-study.
Time management.
Understanding concepts.
Preparation and focus.
Project Manager| AWR Development (BD) Ltd. Cox's Bazer , Bangladesh
Oct 20, 2024 1:02 PM
Replying to Aung Sint
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One important lesson I learned from my PMP exam is that simply having book knowledge or theoretical understanding is not enough to pass the test. You need practical experience to truly grasp the concepts, as all the questions are scenario-based and closely reflect what you might encounter in your everyday job.
Hi Agun Sint,
it truly needs practical experience to truly grasp the concepts, as all the questions are scenario-based and closely reflect what you might encounter in your everyday job.