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About UsElaine T. Jackson, PMPCEO, Holistic Project Management Consulting

Elaine Jackson is a highly proficient and dedicated Project Management Coach who enjoys teaching project managers techniques that lead to passing the Project Management Certification Exam with total confidence!

Elaine Jackson achieved her Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification in 2008. Elaine has perfected the PMP Exam study process and has a closing rate of 95%. Elaine Jackson’s mission is to assist Project Managers world-wide, in virtual and face-to-face environments, to be most ready for the PMP Certification Exam

She holds a BS in Biology from Marymount College, Tarrytown, NY and is a graduate from the Entrepreneurial Business Training Program in Andover, MA.

About UsCarla Fair-Wright, PMP, ASQ CSQE, MCPExecutive Director, Optimal Consulting LLC

Carla is an ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer and Microsoft Certified Professional with a BS in Computer Science, and Associate Degrees in Electronic Technology and Technical Management.

She has more than 20 years' experience as a project manager and software professional in the computer industry. Carla achieved her PMP certification in 2009 and is a longtime member of the Project Management Institute (PMI). She is a founding member of the Project Managers of Houston (PMOH), a non profit organization that assists nonprofits to provide greater social impact.

• Studying for the PMP exam is very demanding.

• We offer some great suggestions on how to make the process easier, fun, and complete.

• Our technique goes one step further than most PMP Preps because we also teach you how to manage your emotional well-being during the exam.

From Distress to Success 15 Exceptional Study Techniques

for passing the PMP Exam

PMP Roadmap

• Set Your Calendars• Determine Your Approach

Preparation

• What, When, Where• 360 Approach

Study Plan

• Before the Exam• During the Exam

Test

Session Outline

Tip 01 Not All PMP Programs Are The Same Tip 02 Study Hours Tip 03 Choosing Your PMP Exam Date Tip 04 Stop Telling Everyone Your PMP Business Tip 05 Cheat Sheets Really Do Work Tip 06 Mindmapping Tip 07 Mock Exams - Take Or Don't Take Tip 08 Control Stress Tip 09 Develop A Positive Mental Attitude Tip 10 Nutrition And Brain Power Tip 11 Studying With Music Tip 12 Desk Shiatsu Tip 13 The Power Of Sleep Tip 14 Exercise-The Easy Way Tip 15 Master Time Management

Not All PMP Programs Are The Same

How do you know which program you should use for your studying needs?

So many schools and programs!

Which one is best? Should you just look at cost?

Study Hours

• How do you know how much studying is enough?

• How do you know when you are ready to take the PMP Exam?

• What if you don't feel ready to take the exam?

• What is that strange feeling I get when I think of the PMP Exam?

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Choosing Your PMP Exam Date

• Choose training program based on end date

• Don't be afraid to change your PMP test date

• Schedule to take time off from work before the exam date

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Stop Telling Everyone Your PMP Business

• Sharing information with everyone is not always the best policy

• Keep this wonderful event hidden like a great secret.• Avoid allowing others to interfere with your plans for

studying. • Add study time onto your calendar as an event - give

your PMP studying a creative name • Only cancel study for really urgent issues but don't

make those issues consistent• Those that ask you endless questions - tell them you

will announce everything when ready

Cheat Sheets Really Do Work

• Are you studying to your best advantage?

• Are you stuck on some topics?

• How to understand everything in time for the exam?

• It has been a while since you took such an intense test?

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Mindmapping

• POINT 1• POINT 2• POINT 3• POINT 4• POINT 5• POINT 6

Mock Exams - Take Or Don't Take

How To Validate Mock Exam Sources?

Are Mock Exams Prior PMP Exams? No Way!

How Many Mock Exam - Are You Asking What Is The Least Amount Of Mock Exams To Take To Be Ready For Your PMP Exam?

What Scores Should I Measure My Success?

Control Stress

• Stress is Good

• If you feel stressed during your study periods or while taking the PM exam your goal should be "Stress management" and not stress elimination

• Techniques for Controlling Stress• Breathe• Stretch• Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle

Develop A Positive Mental Attitude

• Your brain controls your behavior so negative thinking can impact your performance on the exam

Nutrition And Brain Power

• What you eat can affect how well you study.

• A diet rich in essential fatty acids, fruits and vegetables does wonders for your brain power.

• Relationship of Glucose and cognitive performance

Studying With Music

• Studies have found that music can:

• Reduce Stress

• Aid Relaxation

• Alleviate Depression

• Help you store and recall information

Desk Shiatsu

• Sitting at a desk or computer all day studying can lead to many unpleasant effects on your comfort level and thus your ability to concentrate.

• To combat some of these symptoms give these quick “Desk Shiatsu” exercises a try.

• Shiatsu means finger pressure.•

The Power Of Sleep

• Sleep Is Not Only Crucial To Brain Development

• Sleep Hygiene Tips

• Maintain A Regular Sleep Routine• Avoid naps if possible• Don’t stay in bed awake for more than 5-10

minutes.• Exercise regularly

Exercise -The Easy Way

• What is the best remedy for any fears or anxiety about taking the PMP Exam: EXERCISE.

• Aim for Aerobic exercise such as walking, jogging, swimming, or cycling for 30-60 minutes every day.

• Aerobic exercise helps improve blood flow which transports oxygen and glucose to your brain.

Master Time Management

• Studying for the PMP is really about time-management, discipline, and perspective.These were things within your control.

• Develop a long-range study plan for yourself

Group Study Survival

Group S tudy P lan

It’s a Balancing Act!

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