Sashikala’s Success Story [PMP Lessons Learned]

Learning happens in every project. Preparation and taking on the PMP Examination, being a project by itself, is no different.

Every PMP candidate goes through an individual study path. Documenting and learning the positives and negatives of their approach will be of great value to new aspirants. The approach is similar to the lessons learned register, from previous projects, giving valuable information to an organization for its future projects. This is the idea behind this article.

I would like to congratulate Ms. Sashikala Viswanathan, who successfully cleared the PMP examination recently. Sincere thanks to her for accepting my request to share her experience of the PMP journey.

Read further where Sashikala shares her success story.

Personal Details

1. Your name
Sashikala Viswanathan

2. Your Qualification
MBA (Master of Business Administration)

3. Your Industry
IT (Information Technology)

4. Years of Experience
More than 15 years

Details of Training Attended

5. Where did you attend PMP training?
iTechGurus Education Solutions, Chennai

6. What is the mode of your training?
Class room based

Details of Exam Preparation

7. How long did you prepare for the exam?
45-90 days

8. In your opinion, which is the best book for PMP exam preparation?
PMP Exam Prep by Rita Mulcahy and
Powerpoint slides given by the training institute

9. Did you take part in any online forum during the preparation?
No

10. Most useful online resource for PMP exam preparation
Not tried

11. How did you prepare for the exam? What would you like to change if you would revisit the exam preparation period?
Ideal time to start preparation is along with the training.
Fix the exam date, so that to create internal target.
Everyday, spend at least 2 hours; with NO EXCUSE.
Understand the concept, DO NOT MEMORIZE. Mistake I did was, tried memorizing and lost focus initially.
Write key points, to refer before exam.
Schedule first slot of the day.
Be confident and tell yourself that YOU WILL ACHIEVE.

Opinion on the PMP Exam Content

12. Easiest knowledge area?
Integration Management

13. Most difficult knowledge area?
-She did not answer this question-

During the Exam

14. Time taken to complete the exam?
Time was not a problem

Final Word

15. One last piece of advice for candidates preparing for the exam?
Cannot always apply the real time project experience. Need to think the PMBOK way.

16. Do you have anything else to say?
Clarity in learning is very important. Thanks to Manickavel Sir for clarifying all the layperson doubts.

 
I hope the above success story of Ms. Sashikala Viswanathan will motivate you towards your own success.

If you are interested in sharing your PMP success story, you can use my PMP Lessons Learned form. Your PMP success story and valuable lessons learned will be shared on this blog for the benefit of other PMP aspirants.