Inside My PMP Journey: What Worked (and What Didn’t)

Learn the exact resources, strategies, and tools I used to prepare, study, and succeed.

After months of studying and hard work, I’m thrilled to share that I passed the Project Management Institute’s PMP exam. This page outlines my exact preparation path. Everyone’s journey is different, but here’s what worked for me.

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Skillsoft PMP Boot Camp

I started with an intensive week-long boot camp led by Skillsoft. With excellent instructors:

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I gained a deep foundation in PMP concepts. I also learned that most students need an additional 80-100 hours of self-study after boot camp.

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Udemy – The Ultimate Project Management PMP Prep Course

Next, I chose a self-paced study option with Udemy. David McLachlan’s PMP Prep Course was excellent, it included over 500 practice questions and covered all exam domains thoroughly. I could move at my own pace while reinforcing the boot camp lessons.

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PMI PMP Practice Exam

Finally, I took PMI’s official practice exam on the advice of my friend Melanie Smith, MBA, PMP. This step was critical, it mirrored the actual exam format and gave me the confidence I needed on test day.

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Key Takeaways / Lessons Learned

Dedicate at least 80–100 hours to self-study beyond formal training.
Use a mix of learning styles: live boot camps, video-based self-paced courses, and practice exams.
Simulate the exam environment, timed practice exams make a big difference.
Community matters: listen to mentors, peers, and other PMP-certified professionals.

If you’re considering the PMP, know that it’s a challenging but rewarding journey. With the right resources and discipline, you can absolutely achieve it.

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The PMP is more than a certification, it’s a career milestone. If you’re on this path, I’m cheering for you. Keep going, you’ve got this!