PM Therapy is where we get real about succeeding in the PM space. We sit down with project leaders, industry experts, and rising stars to talk about their journeys—the wins, the setbacks, and everything in between.
From job search strategies to career growth, we have honest conversations about what it’s really like and what it takes to thrive. No fluff, no sugar-coating—just honest stories and insights to help you navigate your career.
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What does it really take to grow from a first-time project manager to a trusted executive leader? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Fola Alabi, CIO and Strategic Project Leader, to unpack her incredible career evolution—from starting out unsure about her direction, to leading multimillion-dollar initiatives across continents.If you've ever felt stuck, questioned your progress, or wondered how to level up from “just doing the job” to becoming a transformational leader, this one’s for you. Fola shares real, raw stories from every chapter of her journey—before PM, as a rising professional in the UK and U.S., and finally as an influential voice in the PM leadership space. It's honest. It's tactical. And it’s exactly the kind of wisdom you wish you heard earlier in your career.🎯 What You'll Learn in This Series:🔹How to navigate the 3 key stages of a PM career: Before PM, PM, and PM Leadership🔹The real mindset shifts required to lead high-impact projects and teams🔹What it takes to bounce back from tough moments and setbacks🔹How to lead with authenticity and grow influence over time🔹The worst PM advice Fola’s ever gotten—and what to do insteadand so much more!📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today: https://tally.so/r/3la956👩🏽Follow Fola via LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/folafalabi/🎙️Check out Fola’s podcast, The Strategic Leaderhttps://strategicprojectleader.com/🚀 Check us out on your other favorite platforms!🔹Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw🔹YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod🔹Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614🤓 Want to join live for the next episode? Follow Mukhtar on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, career transitions, and leadership growth!#ProjectManagement #CareerGrowth #PMLeadership #WomenInTech #AuthenticLeadership #PMTherapyPod
PM Hot Topics this Week: Navigating Flattened Teams, AI Hiring & Job Anxiety | ft. Ben Chan
Season 1 · Episode 13
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 • Duration 01:02:21
What’s going on in the world of project management right now? In this week’s episode of PM Therapy, we react to some of the most talked-about trends in the PM space—from companies removing middle management to the rise of AI job interviews and deepfake candidates. It’s part news breakdown, part therapy session.
We explore what it means when titles don’t reflect your impact, when layoffs target the “doers,” and when PMs are expected to lead while quietly fearing for their own jobs. If you’ve been scrolling headlines wondering, “What does this mean for me?”—this episode is your chance to unpack it all with us.
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
🔹What’s really driving the trend toward flatter organizations
🔹How AI hiring tools are changing the job search (and what’s getting lost in translation)
🔹The rise of fake candidates and “proof of human” job applications
🔹The role of job titles in today’s market—and whether they still matter
🔹How Gen Z is pushing back on traditional career paths in project management
and so much more!
📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:
https://tally.so/r/3la956
👨🏻Connect with Benjamin Chan via LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmcoachben/
AI & Project Management: Friend or Foe? 🤖🚀 with Lloyd Skinner / CEO of greyfly.ai
Season 1 · Episode 5
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 • Duration 45:49
AI is changing the game in project management—but should PMs be worried or excited? In this episode of PM Therapy, we sit down with Lloyd Skinner to explore how AI is reshaping the PM landscape. From automating tasks to providing better decision-making insights, AI has the potential to enhance productivity—but it also raises big questions about job security and the future of the role.
If you’ve been wondering how to stay ahead in an AI-driven world, this episode is for you. We’ll break down the real opportunities and risks AI presents for PMs, share practical ways to integrate AI into your workflow, and discuss how to gain AI experience even if your company isn’t fully embracing it yet. Tune in for an insightful conversation packed with career strategies, tools, and expert advice to help you future-proof your PM career.
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
The truth about AI’s impact on project management—threat or opportunity?
How AI can help PMs work smarter (and where it falls short)
The best AI tools for PMs to increase efficiency today
Strategies to gain AI experience without waiting for your company to catch up
Where the future of AI and project management is headed
and so much more!
📉 Need help landing a $100K-$300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:https://tally.so/r/3la956
How to Go from Project Manager to Executive Leader ft. Samantha Wallace
Season 1 · Episode 4
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 • Duration 59:06
Transitioning from a project management role to an executive position can feel like an uphill battle. How do you break through career ceilings, build influence, and navigate challenges like burnout and imposter syndrome? And for PM moms, how do you balance career growth with family responsibilities?
In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Wallace, Director at AstraZeneca and Founder of reMom, to unpack her journey from administrative assistant to executive leader. Whether you're feeling stuck in your career or looking for strategies to level up, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you thrive.
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
How Samantha went from an admin assistant to a Director at AstraZeneca
Breaking through career ceilings and overcoming plateaus
Managing burnout and maintaining resilience in project management
Leading without authority: How to build influence as a PM
Unique challenges faced by PM moms and how to navigate them
And so much more!
📉 Need help landing a $100K-$300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:https://tally.so/r/3la956
Everything you need to know about Job Search ft. Treasure Akiokpo
Season 2 · Episode 2
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 • Duration 39:46
Job hunting as a Project Manager can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this special AMA session, PM career coach, Treasure Akiokpo, joins us to answer your biggest questions about landing a high-paying PM role.
We cover everything from standing out in a crowded job market to preparing for interviews, making career transitions, and overcoming common job search struggles. Whether you're applying to your first PM role or looking to level up to a six-figure position, this episode is packed with practical advice and insights to help you take the next step in your career.
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Series:
How to position yourself for $100-300K PM roles
Top job search mistakes PMs make (and how to avoid them)
Strategies to stand out in applications and interviews
Tips for career transitions into project management
Answers to real job search questions from the PM community
and so much more!
📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:
How to build influence and go viral as a PM! / ft. Allison Peck
Season 1 · Episode 2
Monday, March 3, 2025 • Duration 31:10
Your personal brand is your superpower, but where do you start? In this episode, we talk with Allison Peck, a career development advisor and PM influencer, who shares her expert strategies for growing your brand, engaging your audience, and even going viral on social media. Whether you're looking to boost your LinkedIn presence or establish yourself as a thought leader, this episode is packed with practical steps & actionable insights on how to do just that!
🎯What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Why personal branding is crucial for project managers.
Practical steps to grow your personal branding, audience and authority in the PM space.
How to create engaging content and go viral on social media.
Career marketing strategies to accelerate your PM journey.
📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a strategy call with us!Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:
Job hunting for a $100K-$300K project management role can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone! In this AMA in Job search Series, we sit down with PM industry experts for an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, tackling the biggest challenges project managers face in their job search.
Whether you're struggling with applications, interviews, or career transitions, this episode is packed with real, practical advice to help you stand out and land your next role.
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Series:
How to position yourself as a top PM candidate in a competitive job market
Common job search mistakes that hold PMs back—and how to fix them
Strategies for crafting a winning resume and LinkedIn profile
Interview tips to confidently land a high-paying PM role
How to navigate career transitions into project management
and so much more!
📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:
How to Become a Successful PM Freelancer! / ft. Kayla McGuire
Season 1 · Episode 3
Friday, February 14, 2025 • Duration 21:25
Freelancing as a project manager offers flexibility, independence, and unlimited growth potential—but where do you start? In this episode, we sit down with Kayla McGuire, founder of Kayla McGuire Consulting, to dive into the world of freelancing & consulting for PMs. Kayla shares her journey from traditional employment to freelancing and consulting, breaking down step-by-step how to break into the freelancing world. If you're ready to take the leap and build your own PM business, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you get started!
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
The difference between freelancing, consulting, and contracting for project managers, program managers, portfolio managers, etc..
How to transition from a corporate PM role to freelancing successfully.
Practical strategies for finding freelance PM opportunities and clients.
How to work with agencies and build a steady project pipeline.
📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:
The secret to passing your PMP exam in Just 8 Weeks ~ ft. Gabor Stramb
Season 1 · Episode 1
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 • Duration 46:52
The PMP exam is a game-changer for project managers, but preparing for it can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we talk with Gabor Stramb, a seasoned PMP coach, who shares his proven framework for mastering the PMP in just 8 weeks. From effective study techniques to avoiding common pitfalls, this episode is full of practical advice to help you achieve PMP success.🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:- Gabor’s step-by-step approach to passing the PMP exam in record time.- Common mistakes PMP candidates make (and how to avoid them).- Expert tips on mindset, preparation, and time management.📅 Ready to Take the Next Step?Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today: https://tally.so/r/3la956📞 Connect with Gabor Stramb:Want to learn more from Gabor or work directly with him? Reach out here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabor-stramb/
💡 Don’t forget to like, comment, and share for more expert advice on project management, leadership, and career growth!#pmp #projectmanagement #PM #PMplaybookpodcast#
Navigating Leadership, Doubt & the Future of PM – with Steven J. Smith
Season 1 · Episode 12
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 • Duration 50:55
What happens when a seasoned PM leader opens up about the moments they felt completely out of their depth? In this episode, Steven J. Smith gets real about the invisible struggles behind the title. From executive-level uncertainty to leading a PMO in a company that builds tools for PMs, Steven unpacks what it truly means to grow in this field—mentally, emotionally, and strategically.
If you're an ambitious project manager striving for leadership—or feeling like you're faking it till you make it—this conversation will resonate. Steven shares the hard-won lessons no one prepares you for, alongside actionable strategies to lead with clarity, navigate ambiguity, and grow with confidence.
🎯 What You'll Learn in This Series:
How to transition from IC to executive leadership (and what to unlearn along the way)
Mental models for making decisions in high-stakes, ambiguous situations
How senior PMs deal with imposter syndrome, loneliness, and fear of failure
What separates good PMs from truly great leaders
The future of PM tools and how AI will shape your workflow
and so much more!
📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!
Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today: https://tally.so/r/3la956
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