How Murali passed the PMP exam ? | PMP Success Story 2024

Summary

The transcript captures an engaging conversation between a PMP (Project Management Professional) certification mentor and a successful candidate. The candidate shares his journey toward achieving the PMP certification, crediting EduHubSpot and his mentor for providing valuable guidance and support. He describes the challenges he faced, including managing study time while working and overcoming setbacks, such as study gaps and time management during the exam. His advice to PMP aspirants emphasizes consistency, effective use of study resources, and mentorship to successfully clear the exam.

Takeaways

• 🎓 The speaker achieved PMP certification with the help of Edu HubSpot and Baron's mentorship.
• 📚 The speaker praises Edu HubSpot's study material and support, saying it played a crucial role in their success.
• 💼 The speaker transitioned from a technical background to a project management role, initially unsure if it was the right fit.
• 🏆 Over a two-year journey, the speaker faced challenges like health issues and study gaps but remained determined to pass the PMP exam.
• 🔑 The speaker credits their success to a mix of attending a boot camp, consistent practice, and following the guidance of their mentors.
• 📖 The speaker highlights that they focused on practical assignments and mock exams rather than reading extensive textbooks.
• ⏳ Time management was key during the exam, with the speaker pacing themselves through 60 questions in 60 minutes and managing the pressure.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family support played a significant role, with the speaker dedicating early morning hours to study while balancing family responsibilities.
• 📍 The speaker emphasizes the importance of consistency in study habits and not delaying the process, as prolonged gaps can hinder progress.
• 👍 The speaker highly recommends Edu HubSpot for their continuous mentorship beyond the boot camp, ensuring students stay on track until certification.

Q & A

What certification did the speaker recently obtain?

The speaker recently obtained the PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.

Who does the speaker credit for helping him achieve his PMP certification?

The speaker credits Edu HubSpot and Baron’s mentorship for helping him achieve his PMP certification.

What challenges did the speaker face during his PMP preparation journey?

The speaker faced challenges such as health issues, gaps in study due to personal reasons, and difficulty with time management in answering mock exam questions.

How did Edu HubSpot's mentorship benefit the speaker?

Edu HubSpot’s mentorship provided encouragement and guidance, particularly in helping the speaker understand hybrid questions and improving his exam strategy.

What changes did the speaker make in his approach to preparing for the PMP exam?

The speaker shifted from reading multiple books to focusing on assignments, videos, and practice questions provided by Edu HubSpot, finding that understanding both right and wrong answers was key to success.

What strategies did the speaker use to manage time during the actual PMP exam?

The speaker used time management strategies, aiming to complete 60 questions within 60 minutes. He took breaks between each section and focused on answering quicker during the last portion by reading the answers and final lines of questions.

How did the speaker manage his study time while balancing work and family commitments?

The speaker studied in the early morning from 5:00 to 7:00 AM when his family was asleep, as it was the only time with no distractions. He tried to study in the evenings but found it difficult due to work fatigue.

What specific advice does the speaker give to PMP aspirants based on his experience?

The speaker advises PMP aspirants to be consistent in their studies, avoid taking long breaks, and set a realistic study routine to complete the preparation within three months.

How did the speaker's family contribute to his PMP exam preparation?

The speaker’s family, especially his wife and kids, supported him throughout the two-year journey. His wife encouraged him to book the exam, and his kids often tried to help him while he was practicing questions.

What was the most useful part of the Edu HubSpot PMP preparation course according to the speaker?

The speaker found the boot camp sessions, assignments, and mock exams provided by Edu HubSpot to be the most useful part of the PMP preparation course, as they helped him apply what he learned and manage his time effectively.