PMP® Certification Cost: A Real-World Look at the Investment

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PMP® Certification Cost: A Real-World Look at the Investment By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP® You’re not just earning a title—you’re building credibility, sharpening your leadership edge, and unlocking opportunities to lead work that matters. And the Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification gets you there. But what does it […]

Is PMP® Certification Worth It? Your ROI-Driven Guide to Career Growth

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Is PMP® Certification Worth It? Your ROI-Driven Guide to Career Growth By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP® You’re not here for hype; you’re here for proof. The Project Management Professional (PMP®) credential promises higher pay, broader roles, and global credibility, but you want to know if it delivers. With […]

PMP® Process Groups Made Simple: Mnemonics, Scenarios, and Smart Prep

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PMP® Process Groups Made Simple: Mnemonics, Scenarios, and Smart Prep Author: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP® If you’re spending hours trying to memorize all 49 PMP® processes for your PMP® certification exam, and still blanking on where they fit, there’s a more innovative way. The PMP® exam isn’t built to reward […]

The Benefits of PMP® Certification: Hidden ROI, Salary Growth, and Career Success Stories

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The Benefits of PMP® Certification: Hidden ROI, Salary Growth, and Career Success Stories By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP® You already know the PMP® certification adds credibility. But what if it also unlocked momentum, mobility, and income you didn’t expect? This isn’t just about test scores or résumé lines. […]

PMP® vs Project Management Certification: How to Choose the Right Path for Your Career

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PMP® vs Project Management Certification: How to Choose the Right Path for Your Career Author: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP® You’ve seen the job listings: “PMP® required,” “Project management certification preferred,” “Agile experience a plus.” They often seek skilled project managers who can adapt to various methodologies, especially those […]

5 Ways to Create a Project Dashboard That Drives Decisions (For Project Managers in 2025)

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5 Ways to Create a Project Dashboard That Drives Decisions (For Project Managers in 2025) By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP® Have you ever shared a beautifully built project management dashboard with detailed dashboards that illustrate project timelines, project health, and task progress, only to get zero response? No […]

5 PMP® Exam Mistakes Experienced Project Managers Make (and How to Fix Them)

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5 PMP® Exam Mistakes Experienced Project Managers Make (and How to Fix Them) By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed: Grace Payumo, PMP® You’re already experienced at managing projects. You’ve handled timelines, balanced scope, and managed risk, and now you’re aiming for the PMP® certification and engaging in effective PMP exam prep to validate […]

PMP® Career Path—Now What? Your Strategic Next Steps After Certification

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PMP® Career Path—Now What? Your Strategic Next Steps After Certification By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed: Grace Payumo, PMP® You Passed—So, What’s Your Next Move? Obtaining your project management certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP®) wasn’t easy. It took months of commitment, sharp focus, and authentic experience earned the hard way. Passing […]

Why Project Execution Alone Won’t Make You a Successful Project Manager in 2025

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Why Project Execution Alone Won’t Make You a Successful Project Manager in 2025 By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed by: Grace Payumo, PMP In 2025, the best project managers are not executors but navigators. You have probably felt the tension yourself—what used to work no longer holds the same weight. The old playbooks […]

Emotional Intelligence in Project Management: Why EQ Now Outranks IQ in 2025 Leadership

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Emotional Intelligence in Project Management: Why EQ Now Outranks IQ in 2025 Leadership By: Alvin Villanueva, PMP®; Editor: Geram Lompon; Reviewed: Grace Payumo, PMP® You’ve seen it before. Successful project managers know every metric, nail every dashboard, and quote the PMBOK® like scripture—yet their team looks drained, stakeholders avoid their meetings, and the project feels […]

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