PMP Exam Prep with Scott Payne

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  Your Scores Have Stopped Improving - Here's How to Fix It 21.09.2026 7min

  There is a reason why your PMP Exam Simulator scores have stopped improving and even the best students can let this kill their confidence and ability to pass.  We can't let that happen to you! In this podcast I explain why it is happening and how to fix it!!! If you liked this, you will be blown away with how I can help you! Call Me 757-759-5282. Those that do, ace the exam
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  Red Circle Technique to Simplify PMP Exam Questions 21.09.2026 4min

  If you read PMP exam question summaries and think "OBVIOUSLY!!! Why didn't I think of that!?!?" then this will help you a ton. Leverage my Red Circle technique to help focus your mind and approach to questions. My Personal Challenge to You:  Use the Red Circle Technique in a question. Then reach out and tell me how it helped you! 757-759-5282 [email protected]
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  Agile Real Life Example (Visual Learner Example) 17.09.2026 10min

  You will get more PMP Exam Questions right if you can visualize how Agile (and other concepts) work in real life. Learn from the this real life Agile application example. I will help you ace the PMP Exam.  All you need to do is reach out to me at 757-759-5282 or [email protected]  
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  The Ideal PMP Perspective - Tennis is the Key 14.09.2026 8min

  It's weird until I explain... But, tennis can change your entire perspective in approaching the PMP Exam. Let me help you get your mind right and ace this exam. Reach out directly 757-759-5282
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  Finding the Holes in Your PMP Understanding 10.09.2026 13min

  There are four things that every student must do to make sure they are on pace to ace the exam. Today I explain all four and show you why "Strategic Disruption" is the thing that bring everything together. If you need help with building a study plan that has all 4, reach out to me directly 757-759-5282
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  Better Exam Day Strategy? Short or Long PMP Exam Questions First 08.09.2026 8min

  Should you answer the short PMP questions first to build confidence, or just work straight through the exam? In this episode, I break down why I'm flexible on exam-day strategy—but not on how you solve the questions. You're situation may be different, Call me I'll help you design the ideal strategy.  757-759-5282
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  Bad Words Killing Your PMP Exam Quiz Scores 03.09.2026 6min

  There are key words that kill your PMP Exam Quiz Scores. Good news is that once I teach you to see them your scores will rocket up! Dive in and let me teach you.    Then reach out and let me help you more. 757-759-5282
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  Acing Short Vague PMP Exam Questions 01.09.2026 19min

  There will be a ton of short and vague PMP Exam questions on your exam. Today I teach you how to solve them.  Follow this approach and you will be able to ace these questions. Reach out to me for help!  757-759-5282 or [email protected]
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  Overcoming 50/50 Paralysis on PMP Exam Questions 27.08.2026 9min

  You get down to two answers, but you always feel like you're guessing. Your suffering from 50/50 paralysis and you don't need to. Today I teach you what is causing your 50/50 issues and how to fix it! If you want to stop struggling, jump into the trial version of my PMP course.  You will see a better way to PMP. Start Your PMP® Free Trial | All In PM Prep
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  How to Find Your Ideal Learning Style for PMP 25.08.2026 10min

  If you don't lean into the ideal learning styles your chances of PMP success decrease. Today I teach you my "Birds and Bears" approach to teaching students. Once you learn it you can find the weaknesses in your study approach and you can fix them! Reach out to me. I will help you. [email protected] 757-759-5282
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  Why You're Getting Worse Even Though You're Studying Harder 20.08.2026 12min

  There is a point in PMP prep where you are still doing the work, but your performance starts slipping. You get tired faster. You miss questions you normally would get right. Your focus does not last as long. And instead of bouncing back, you start wondering, "Why am I getting worse?" In this episode, I break down why pushing harder is not always the right answer. I'll show you how to tell the difference between being uncomfortable and actually deteriorating, why recovery is part of high performance, and how to use a simple Scrum-style timebox to step away without losing momentum. The goal is not to study the most hours. The goal is to learn, retain, and perform at your best. Work hard. Recover deliberately. Return aggressively.
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  The PMP Question Solving Mindset You Need to Get Questions Right 18.08.2026 18min

  Today I teach you how you the Mindset that will help you get more PMP questions correct. This is the technique that I teach to all my students and when combined with my 7 step solving process their scores improve tons. As I teach you these 4 Mindset Questions, put them into practice.  The more you use them the better you will get. Also, I can help you.  Reach out to me and I will dive into your situation.  I will nail down the ideal path forward for you. Call or email me. 757-759-5282 [email protected]
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  Chris ACED the PMP Exam - Here's How He Did It 13.08.2026 21min

  Chris was a podcast listener just like you.  He jumped into my program and worked hand in hand with him guiding him to his PMP success.  He tells you all the details!   Reach out to me if you want PMP help!  You can join my program and I will help you! Call me at 757-759-5282
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  8 PMP Concepts Everyone Confuses (Simplified) 10.08.2026 13min

  Some PMP concepts seem way more complicated than they really are. In this episode, I simplify 8 of the biggest PMP rabbit holes that students tend to overthink. Instead of memorizing definitions, I'll help you understand the ideas so they actually make sense—and that's exactly what PMI is looking for. We'll break down: Student Syndrome Parkinson's Law Cone of Uncertainty Kano Model Gold Plating Artifact vs. Deliverable Adaptive vs. Iterative vs. Incremental Benefit vs. Value My goal isn't to turn you into a walking glossary. My goal is to help you understand these concepts well enough that you can recognize and apply them on PMP exam questions. If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I know I've seen this term before, but I still don't really get it," this episode is for you. 📞 If you're ready to pass the PMP exam with confidence, give me and my team a call at 757-759-5282. I'd love to help you become our next PMP success story.
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  The 3 Reasons You Miss PMP Questions—and How to Fix Them 06.08.2026 6min

  Every PMP question I see people miss comes down to one—or sometimes more—of three things: Content. Process. Focus. In this episode, I break down my CPF framework and show you how to diagnose why you're getting questions wrong instead of hiding behind a higher score by retaking the same quiz. I'll help you figure out whether you: Didn't know the content Failed to follow your question-solving process Lost focus while working through the question Once you identify the real cause, you can actually fix it. I also explain why I want you to take each quiz only once, how to mark every missed question with a C, P, or F, and why process and focus are often more controllable than you think. Take the quiz. Review every miss. Diagnose the cause. Then attack the real problem. Need help figuring out what's holding you back? Call or text me at 757-759-5282. Content. Process. Focus. Find the problem—and fix it.
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  The PMP Documents That Confuse Everyone 03.08.2026 12min

  Trying to memorize every PMP document is one of the biggest mistakes students make. In this episode, I simplify the most important Waterfall planning documents by showing you how they all fit together instead of expecting you to memorize endless definitions. You'll learn: How the Scope, Schedule, and Cost Baselines connect The purpose of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) When to use the WBS Dictionary vs. the Scope Statement How the Requirements Traceability Matrix keeps projects aligned The role of the Activity List, Milestone List, and Project Schedule Network Diagram Why Resource Calendars, Histograms, and RACI Charts matter My goal isn't to help you memorize more documents—it's to help you understand the story they're telling so you can answer PMP exam questions with confidence. If you're tired of getting lost in Waterfall documents, this episode is for you. 📞 Ready to pass the PMP exam with confidence? Reach out to me and my team at 757-759-5282. We're here to help you get PMP certified—quick, fast, and in a hurry.
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  Solve PMP Questions with Me - Think Like PMI 31.07.2026 16min

  In this episode, we work through four real PMP-style questions together using the same process I teach my students every day. Instead of memorizing answers, you'll learn how to: Read questions strategically Eliminate weak answer choices Recognize PMI's patterns Stay calm when a question feels confusing Think like PMI instead of guessing We cover topics including: Resource assignment Definition of Done vs. Acceptance Criteria Agile risk prioritization Working with vendors on Agile projects Whether you're just starting your PMP journey or preparing for exam day, this episode will help you build confidence by improving your thinking—not just your score. 📞 Want to study with me and my team? 757-759-5282
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  Stop Looking for Confidence: The Mindset That Helps You Pass the PMP Exam 27.07.2026 17min

  Are you waiting to feel "confident enough" before scheduling your PMP exam? If so, you may be putting your confidence in the wrong place. In this episode, Scott shares one of the most common conversations he has with PMP students who have failed the exam, completed another boot camp, or simply feel stuck. Almost every student says the same thing: "I'm just not confident yet." But what if confidence doesn't come from consistently scoring 70% or higher on practice exams? In this episode, you'll learn: Why simulator scores shouldn't determine your confidence The biggest mindset mistake PMP students make before exam day The three real reasons people miss PMP questions How resilient students bounce back after bad practice exams Why your ability to adapt—not your latest score—is what truly predicts success How to build the kind of confidence that carries you through difficult exam questions If you've ever felt discouraged after a bad simulator score or wondered if you're really ready to pass, this episode will help you shift your thinking and approach the PMP exam with a stronger, more resilient mindset. Remember: Real confidence doesn't come from perfect scores. It comes from proving to yourself that you can learn, adapt, recover, and overcome whatever the PMP exam throws your way. 📞 Need help creating a plan to pass your PMP exam? Call Scott directly at 757-759-5282
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  Jennifer's New PMP Exam Success Experience (2026): Case Studies, AI & Agile 24.07.2026 18min

  She just passed the NEW PMP Exam—and her biggest piece of advice is simple: Don't overthink it. In this episode, Jennifer shares her firsthand experience taking the updated PMP exam and breaks down exactly what today's candidates should expect. We discuss: The new project case study questions How the stakeholder scenarios are presented The truth about AI questions on the exam The Agile vs. Hybrid vs. Predictive question mix Sponsor-perspective questions that can surprise you How the PMP mindset helped eliminate 50/50 answers The study strategies that helped her pass How the PMP changed the way she leads people at work If you're preparing for the PMP exam, this conversation will help reduce anxiety and give you a realistic picture of what test day looks like. If you'd like help passing your PMP exam, visit All In PM Prep for live coaching, realistic simulator questions, and weekly support from Scott Payne and the team.
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  AI on the PMP Exam: What You Actually Need to Know 23.07.2026 17min

  Is the PMP exam becoming an AI certification? Absolutely not. The PMP exam isn't testing whether you can build ChatGPT or understand machine learning algorithms. Instead, PMI is testing something much more practical: How should a project manager work with AI? In this episode, Scott Payne simplifies everything you need to know about AI on the PMP exam. Instead of overwhelming you with technical jargon, he breaks AI into easy-to-remember concepts that will help you answer exam questions with confidence. In this episode you'll learn: Why the PMP exam is not becoming an AI exam The 3 A's of AI: Automation Assistance Augmentation The three roles AI plays on your project: Your Intern Your Analyst Your Brainstorming Partner The 4 V's every project manager should use before trusting AI: Verify Validate Value Verdict Why PMI emphasizes human oversight over blind trust in AI The difference between what AI should do—and what only a project manager can do The mindset you need to answer AI questions on the new PMP exam The biggest takeaway? AI provides insight. The project manager provides judgment. If AI has you worried, this episode will help you stop overthinking it and focus on what PMI actually expects you to know.