PM Therapy
Episodes
🚀 What Separates a $100K PM from a $200K PM
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What separates a $100K project manager from a $200K one? Is it experience, certifications, industry, or something else? In this episode of PM Therapy,...
🚀 How Some Teams Deliver Projects 2X Faster
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s become almost a running joke in the industry: projects rarely finish on time. But what if that assumption is wrong? What if projects could actu...
Bridging the PM–Developer Gap ft. Irina Lamarr
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all seen the memes and heard the stereotypes. PMs think developers are difficult to manage, and developers think PMs don’t understand the te...
🌞 How to Find Happiness in Project Management
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Project management is one of the most stressful professions out there. High responsibility. Limited authority. Constant pressure. And according to Lin...
🚀 The Quiet PM: How to Stand Out Without Faking It.
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can being an introvert cost you up to $760K in your career?According to research, introverts earn significantly less over a lifetime compared to extro...
PM + Job Search - Ask Me Anything Part 2 🚀
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The questions were too many for one episode… so we’re back. In this follow-up AMA, Mukhtar answers the PM community’s biggest questions about la...
🚀 Got a PM or Job Search Problem? Let’s Solve It!
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you could sit down with a PM mentor and ask anything… what would you ask? In this special AMA episode, Mukhtar answers the most pressing, most re...
🚀 How to Pivot Into Project Management and Then Into Leadership
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us don’t “plan” to become project managers, we grow into it. But how do you keep growing once you’re there?This week on PM Therapy, Mu...
He Created Scrum. Here’s What He Thinks About Agile Now. ft Jeff Sutherland
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the co-creator of Scrum sits down to talk about the past, present, and future of Agile?In this episode of PM Therapy, host Mukhtar K...
🔴 The PMP is Changing...What You Need To Know (with Ahmed Ben Hamouda)
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The PMP certification is evolving again and with the upcoming release of the PMBOK® Guide 8th Edition, every project manager needs to understand what...
Is Agile Becoming Obsolete? with Nigel Thurlow
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Agile has been the buzzword in project management for over two decades, promising faster delivery, happier teams, and better outcomes. But has it real...
How to Reinvent Yourself as a PM...Before You're Forced to.🚀
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s rapidly changing world, from AI disruption to shifting workplace expectations and widespread burnout, project managers need to adapt and ...
A Rare Conversation With the Founder of the PMP🚀
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this exclusive episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar Kadiri sits down with Lee R. Lambert, one of the original founders of the PMP certification and a PMI...
How to Build Your PM Thought Leadership on LinkedIn in 90 Days
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to fast-track your visibility and influence as a project manager? In this episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar Kadiri sits down with Daniel Hemhauser, ...
The 80/20 of Project Management with Adriana Girdler
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know what actually moves the needle in project management? Adriana Girdler, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and efficiency expert, breaks dow...
What It's Like to Be a PM at Google 🚀ft. Aaron Gabriel
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Google to mental health tech, Aaron Gabriel has navigated one of the most exciting paths in project management, moving from a Program Manager rol...
How to Save a Failing Project (ft Jeremiah Hammon/ Executive PM Coach)
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you turn around a project that’s heading straight for disaster? In this episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar Kadiri sits down with Jeremiah Hammon,...
Transitioning from Teacher to PM ft. Melissa Chapman Magee
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt that your background doesn’t quite “fit” the traditional PM mold? In this episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar Kadiri speaks with M...
From Librarian to PM Leader | Lessons on how to transition from John Connolly
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how skills from unexpected careers can shape a successful PM journey? In this episode of PM Therapy, I sat down with John Conno...
How to Lead When You're Not Respected ft. Aina Aliieva
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like your authority isn’t being recognized, even when you’re in charge? In this episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar sits down with Aina Aliie...
How to monetize your PM Skills beyond your 9-5 / ft. Mehnaz Tabassum
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how to monetize your project management skills beyond the corporate 9–5? In this episode of PM Therapy, I sat down with Mehnaz Tabassu...
Is PMI Ruining Project Management? ft. Tom Kirkman
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is project management being buried under buzzwords, bureaucracy, and bloated frameworks? In this bold and brutally honest episode, Mukhtar sits down w...
From Admin Assistant to PM Leader: Alahna Anderson’s Journey to Leadership
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to build a project management career from the very beginning—and rise all the way to VP? In this episode of PM Therapy, we s...
It’s a Wrap🥳 PM Therapy Season 1 Finale + What’s Next
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I can’t believe we’ve officially wrapped up Season 1 of PM Therapy!Thank you so much for tuning in, sharing, and supporting the podcast—it truly...
AI & Job Search: Expert Tips for Project Managers ft.Bunmi Oluwasade
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a live session of the PM Therapy podcast with your hosts Mukhtar and PM career coach Bunmi Oluwasade. In this episode, we dive into the im...
From Analyst to CIO: Fola Alabi's Journey
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 Alab...
PM Hot Topics this Week: Navigating Flattened Teams, AI Hiring & Job Anxiety | ft. Ben Chan
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 tren...
Navigating Leadership, Doubt & the Future of PM – with Steven J. Smith
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Mastering the Job Hunt: What Every Candidate Should Know ft. Bunmi Oluwasade
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, Bunm...
AI in the PM Space 🤖 ft. Galen Low
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is here—but it's not replacing project managers. In this episode, Galen Low (co-founder of The Digital Project Manager) joins Mukhtar to unpack h...
PMOs, Startups & the Silent Struggles of PM Leaders | PM Therapy w/ Hussain B
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why some PMOs fail before they even start? Or why PMs in startups are still overlooked despite drowning in chaos? In this candid episode o...
From Self-Doubt to PM Leadership: Julia Kranjac’s Journey Behind the Scenes
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what it really takes to go from managing projects to managing people—and thriving while doing it? In this raw and honest episode of PM T...
Stress Managing Projects with Confidence and Less w/ Elizabeth Harrin
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like project management is more about people than projects? You’re not wrong—and this episode proves it. We sit down with Elizabeth Harr...
From Translator to Program Director with Raquel Narvajas
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you go from being a translator to leading global programs? In this episode of PM Therapy, we sit down with Raquel Narvajas, a Global Program Di...
Behind the Hiring Curtain: What Recruiters Won’t Tell You with Lindsay Cohen
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why your application gets rejected within minutes? Or what recruiters actually look for in a resume? In this episode of PM Therapy, we pul...
AI & Project Management: Friend or Foe? 🤖🚀 with Lloyd Skinner / CEO of greyfly.ai
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
How to Go from Project Manager to Executive Leader ft. Samantha Wallace
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Transitioning from a project management role to an executive position can feel like an uphill battle. How do you break through career ceilings, build ...
Everything you need to know about Job Search ft. Treasure Akiokpo
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, Trea...
How to build influence and go viral as a PM! / ft. Allison Peck
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 influe...
Everything you need to know about Job Search pt.2
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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, w...
How to Become a Successful PM Freelancer! / ft. Kayla McGuire
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Freelancing as a project manager offers flexibility, independence, and unlimited growth potential—but where do you start? In this episode, we sit do...
The secret to passing your PMP exam in Just 8 Weeks ~ ft. Gabor Stramb
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 seasone...