In this final installment of the podcast series, Crystal Richards and Barbara Kephart extend their expertise to rising project managers. They share their latest projects, reflect on lessons learned, and open themselves up to provide resources, recommendations, and encouragement for the next generation of project leaders. This wrap-up episode leaves listeners with inspiration and practical advice for the journey ahead.

Key Takeaways

• Extending Expertise: Passing along lessons learned in project management.
• New Projects and Ventures: What Barbara and Crystal are working on now.
• Supporting Rising PMs: How to find and use available resources.
• Final Reflections: Encouragement for the project managers of tomorrow.

Resources

• Connect with Barbara Kephart on LinkedIn
• Learn more about Crystal’s programs at themindsparq.com

Call to Action

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Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, relates to the misfit project managers and serves to bridge the gap for rising misfits to the project management space. She shares her acknowledgements and appreciates her support system for keeping her motivated during the writing process. #PMP #ExamPrep #MindsparQ

In this episode, host Crystal Richards and Barbara Kephart grapple with the realities of breaking into the project management role. They discuss the challenges of becoming a subject matter expert, establishing credibility, and learning how to confidently command space in the workplace. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to start or strengthen their career in project management.

Key Takeaways

• Breaking Into the Role: What it really looks like to begin as a project manager.
• Becoming a Subject Matter Expert: Why depth of knowledge matters.
• Commanding Space: Tips for showing up with confidence and authority.
• Early Career Lessons: Insights Barbara wishes she knew starting out.

Resources

• Connect with Barbara Kephart on LinkedIn
• Explore training and coaching with Crystal Richards at themindsparq.com

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Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, appreciated the opportunity from the publisher, Wiley, to speak in her natural voice in her book. As if it’s a transcription of her live course classroom, PMP Exam Prep for Dummies encapsulates the real her. The blunt version, the mentor version, and the friendly coffee date version.
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Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, opens up in this candid voice note about her first one-star review. Her honest, raw reaction and seeing the good in public feedback while turning it into motivation reinforces the confidence she encourages in the book, further inspiring her true audience. #PMP, #ExamPrep, #MindsparQ

Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, gives an insightful reflection in this voice note about time management, content planning, and mindfulness throughout project progression. Crystal also speaks on her experience using the Agile program to assist in the writing and communication process between herself and the shareholders at Wiley.#PMP #ExamPrep #MindsparQ

In this episode, Crystal and Barbara dive into the realities of pivoting into the project management profession. Barbara shares her experiences of accepting alternative positions, creating opportunities for herself, and negotiating for the title she wanted. Her story serves as a reminder that project managers must take charge of their own careers and advocate for the roles they deserve.

Key Takeaways

• Pivoting with Purpose: Exploring nontraditional paths into project management.
• Alternative Roles as Stepping Stones: Building momentum even without the perfect title.
• Negotiating for the Title You Want: Practical tips for career advocacy and growth.
• Owning Your Career: Why you are the one in charge of shaping your path.

Resources

• Connect with Barbara Kephart on LinkedIn
• Explore PMI’s career resources at pmi.org

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Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, found the answer to getting into the flow of writing most efficiently was shockingly simple. #PMP #ExamPrep #MindsparQ

Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, realizes the significance of her voice in a time of duress with DEI layoffs negatively affecting non-white Americans; driving her to double down on being true to her voice when writing and editing. #PMP, #ExamPrep, #MindsparQ

Author of PMP Exam Prep For Dummies, Crystal Richards, wrote for those who were made to feel they didn’t belong in the project management field. Using this opportunity to be warm, welcoming and encouraging to those who never had the life spoken into them. #PMP #ExamPrep #MindsparQ