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PMP Exam Prep with Scott Payne

PMP Exam Prep with Scott Payne

Scott Payne 111 Episodes Aug 20, 2026

After helping thousands of professionals pass the PMP exam, Scott Payne shares a simpler, smarter way to study. Each week, he provides practical PMP exam prep strategies, real student success stories, and honest coaching. Topics include how to pass the PMP exam, study strategies, agile vs waterfall, and exam questions. The podcast aims to help listeners get PMP certified without memorization or fluff.

Episodes

Why You're Getting Worse Even Though You're Studying Harder
Why You're Getting Worse Even Though You're Studying Harder Aug 20, 2026 12:19 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 diff
The PMP Question Solving Mindset You Need to Get Questions Right
The PMP Question Solving Mindset You Need to Get Questions Right Aug 18, 2026 18:24 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 si
Chris ACED the PMP Exam - Here's How He Did It
Chris ACED the PMP Exam - Here's How He Did It Aug 13, 2026 21:08 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
8 PMP Concepts Everyone Confuses (Simplified)
8 PMP Concepts Everyone Confuses (Simplified) Aug 10, 2026 13:04 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 Platin
The 3 Reasons You Miss PMP Questions—and How to Fix Them
The 3 Reasons You Miss PMP Questions—and How to Fix Them Aug 6, 2026 06:28 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 proc
The PMP Documents That Confuse Everyone
The PMP Documents That Confuse Everyone Aug 3, 2026 12:15 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 Dict
Solve PMP Questions with Me - Think Like PMI
Solve PMP Questions with Me - Think Like PMI Jul 31, 2026 16:48 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 Defin
Stop Looking for Confidence: The Mindset That Helps You Pass the PMP Exam
Stop Looking for Confidence: The Mindset That Helps You Pass the PMP Exam Jul 27, 2026 17:31 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 confidenc
Jennifer's New PMP Exam Success Experience (2026): Case Studies, AI & Agile
Jennifer's New PMP Exam Success Experience (2026): Case Studies, AI & Agile Jul 24, 2026 18:51 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
AI on the PMP Exam: What You Actually Need to Know
AI on the PMP Exam: What You Actually Need to Know Jul 23, 2026 17:24 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 jar
Main Rabbit Hole in PMBOK 8 - PMP Exam Prep
Main Rabbit Hole in PMBOK 8 - PMP Exam Prep Jul 20, 2026 20:01 Did PMBOK 8 completely change project management? If you opened the new PMBOK 8 and looked at the updated chart, you probably had the same reaction as everyone else: "What the heck happened?" Don't worry—you don't need to relearn project management. In this episode, Scott Payne breaks down the biggest rabbit hole in PMBOK 8 and explains why the new chart looks so different, what PMI was trying to
PMP Question Solving Trick (That Will Boost Your Score) - Bridge of Because
PMP Question Solving Trick (That Will Boost Your Score) - Bridge of Because Jul 16, 2026 14:24 The Bridge of Because is a PMP question solving techniques that will improve your PMP score.  I teach it to all my students.  Check out this podcast - I will teach it to you!   Reach out to me for more help - 757-759-5282, scott@allinprep.com

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