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TonyTidbit: A Black Executive PerspectiveFrom Overlooked to In-Demand: How One Certification Transforms CareersEpisode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/From Overlooked to In-Demand: How One Certification Transforms Careers Episode Video Link: In this episode of A Black Executive Perspective, Tony Tidbit and Chris P. Reed dive into the world of career elevation through Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. They sit down with Tamara McLemore, founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, who shares her personal journey to earning the PMP and how it became a game-changer for her career.Tamara breaks down why PMP certification isn’t just a credential, it’s a po...2025-04-2945 min
Are You Awesome Today?What’s Your Value Add? with Tamara McLemoreStephen’s guest this week is Tamara McLemore, PMP. Tamara is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor, and a sought-after award-winning speaker. Tamara lives by the motto: "To be a Service to All Mankind." She also likes to ask the question, “What’s your value add?” Listen in to find out about… Passing the PMP Be Still Getting Out of a Rut Creating Confidence The Best Project 2025-04-2122 min
The Teacher Career Coach Podcast180- Project Management & the PMP with Tamara McLemoreTamara McLemore, PMP, PMI-ACP, is an experienced project manager, having spent over 20 years in varying industries with her certification, including tech, aviation, and the US government, just to name a few. Now, as a speaker and coach, she teaches women—including several teachers—how to successfully study for and pass the PMP Certification exam. Join us to learn all about becoming a Project Manager!Find Tamara on Linkedin.Free Quiz: What career outside of the classroom is right for you?Explore the course that has helped thousands of teachers successfully tran...2025-04-0130 min
5 Minute Career HackAchieve a HUGE 40 Percent Salary Increase in 30 Days w/ Tamara McLemoreYour next big career move won’t happen by accident. Want insider strategies top performers use to dominate their fields, click here fields. https://www.5minutecareerhack.com/careerpowerplay1In this episode, I sat down with project management expert Tamara Macklemore (Xavier University Alum!) to uncover the secrets to career pivots, increased confidence, and significant compensation boosts.Tamara dives deep into the PMP (Project Management Professional) certification, revealing why it's NOT just for IT or government professionals but for EVERYONE looking to level up their career – from educators and healthcare work...2025-03-3128 min
SheCanCode's Spilling The TWhat's your value add: Creating the confidence to negotiate for anythingHow many of us go through life accomplishing one thing after another, and just moving along, not thinking about how we’re adding value to our work and companies? Unfortunately, many people do this - particularly women, especially when they’re in male-dominated industries like tech - giving 120% without stopping to consider what value they’ve brought in. Tamara McLemore is on a mission to help women see the value they bring to everything they do and to confidently ask for what they want in a job offer.She sits down with Kayleigh to have...2025-03-1038 min
Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black WomanS25E10: Upping Your Professional Game with Tamara McLemoreHey lady! We know things are looking pretty wild and perhaps a little unstable, which is why you are in the right place this week. You know we got you, right? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom welcome Tamara McLemore, PMP owner and founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises and the creator of a project management course that will not only assist you in successfully passing the exam, but also teach you the fundamentals of being an effective project management professional so you can weather any economic condition and thrive in any labor market.Tamara has extensive experience navigating...2025-03-0746 min
The Sugar Daddy Podcast79: A Fast-Track To Your PMP: 30 Days to Certification with Tamara McLemoreDiscover how to fast track your career by obtaining the PMP certification in weeks, instead of the traditional 6-8 months, with Tamara McLemore's innovative Boot Camp. In this episode, Jess and Brandon dive into the importance of this credential, how it can significantly increase your salary, and the experiences Tamara has gathered throughout her career. Whether you’re considering the PMP or not, this episode is filled with career advice to help you level up at any stage. What you’ll learn about:• Overview of the PMP Certification • Benefits of obtaining PMP for caree...2025-03-0545 min
Lead with Heart | Philanthropy, Nonprofit Leadership, Nonprofit Management & FundraisingE82: Project Management for Nonprofits with Executive Consultant & PMP Instructor Tamara McLemoreOn today’s episode of Lead with Heart, we are exploring all things project management and the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification with Tamara McLemore.Tamara is the powerhouse founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, a PMP instructor, and an award winning speaker who's revolutionizing the way mid-career professional women approach project management. Through her innovative PMP exam two-week intensive, Tamra has condensed months of preparation into a streamlined 30 day path to certification.Tamara is sharing her insights on risk management, people management, the significance of feedback, and more....2025-03-0437 min
Career In Technicolor | Career Change Stories and StrategiesProject Management with Tamara McLemoreToday we're talking all things Project Management with Project Management guru Tamara McLemore! You'll hear about different aspects of project management, your past skills and experiences may directly translate into a PM role, which industries need PMs now, basics of PM resume writing, why get PMP certified, and more!
Tamara McLemore, PMP is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor, and an award-winning speaker. She coaches mid-career professional women, empowering them with the skills, confidence, and language to obtain PMP Certification and secure significant career advancements. Through her PMP...2025-02-2046 min
Rich Black Woman | Engaging, Empowering, and Elevating Black Women for SuccessAre you a Project Manager in Disguise? Learn How to Turn Everyday Skills into a Six-Figure Salary!🎙️ Episode Alert: Ever Wondered What Exactly a Project Manager Does? 🚀Ladies and gents, tune into this electrifying conversation and level up your skills while padding that pocketbook! 💸 Have you ever wondered what exactly a project manager does? Spoiler alert: It's hotter than "buttah" and paying off in big bucks! You might not know it yet, but you could already be a project manager in disguise.Join us with the fabulous Tamara McLemore – project management superstar, subject matter expert, master coach, and the ultimate "IT Girl" in Information Technology and Project Management. Dive deep into how project manag...2025-02-2030 min
Public Health Careers229: Why Public Health Pros Should Consider Project Management Skills w/ Tamara McLemore, PMPPublic Health Careers podcast episode with Tamara McLemore, PMP🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned 🧠 Join our public health community 📲Tamara McLemore, PMP on LinkedInTamara is a Founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises. She is an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) instructorWith a wealth of experience spanning over 25 years in various industries including technology, federal government and aviation, Tamara has risen from being a project manager to now serving as the chief impact officer (CIO) of her own company.In today’s episode you’ll hear a...2025-01-2144 min
Age Has No Limit PodcastTamara McLemore: IT Project Manager & CIO Is Closing the Wage Gap One PMP At ATamara McLemore is the rock star owner of Project Business Academy where she coaches women to Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Greatness.
Her company is a Project Management Institute Authorized Partner, and she insists on not just teaching future PMPs, she educates them to plan more efficiently, execute with authority, and implement projects with ease.
She has 20 years of IT project management for household names such as Delta Airlines, Deloitte, and the federal government and an MBA in Global Technology Management and a master’s certificate in Project Management.
She’s also taught project management at universities and organizations across the...2025-01-0450 min
Hello Seven PodcastYou’re The Problem: How To Tackle Burnout In BusinessAny entrepreneurs out there suffering from burnout? This one’s for you… 🔥 Join the Hello Seven Club today: https://helloseven.co/club/ Come on y’all, it’s time to own up to who is responsible for your problems… YOU! In today’s business coaching session, our host Rachel Rodgers is joined by Hello Seven client and world-class coach Tamara McLemore. She is absolutely bossing it in business. But this is wearing her down. No matter how big or small your business is, lots of y’all will relate to Tamara’s feelings of burn out...2024-12-1139 minHello Seven PodcastYou’re The Problem: How To Tackle Burnout In BusinessAny entrepreneurs out there suffering from burnout? This one’s for you… 🔥 Join the Hello Seven Club today: https://helloseven.co/club/ Come on y’all, it’s time to own up to who is responsible for your problems… YOU! In today’s business coaching session, our host Rachel Rodgers is joined by Hello Seven client and world-class coach Tamara McLemore. She is absolutely bossing it in business. But this is wearing her down. No matter how big or small your business is, lots of y’all will relate to Tamara’s feelings of burn out...2024-12-1139 min
Amplify Ambition: Time Management Tips for Women Solopreneurs and Independent Podcasters196. You are Qualified: Why More Women Should Apply for the PMP Exam with Tamara McLemoreThere are days where you are beaming with confidence. However, statistics say that women wait to be 105% qualified before they ever apply for the job.
One of the things often holding us back are the "preferred certifications". Today's guest helps transfer those project management skills and prepare for the certification that will land you, your next Full-Time or Consulting role.
Tamara McLemore, PMP is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor, and a sought after award-winning speaker. Her expertise lies in coaching mid-career professional women, e...2024-12-0332 min
Career Sessions, Career LessonsHow To Earn Your PMP Certification, And Why It Matters, With Tamara McLemoreEarning a PMP certification can certainly open doors to new career opportunities and elevate your credibility as a project management professional. Experienced project manager Tamara McLemore joins J.R. Lowry to discuss the true value of the PMP certification and why it is more than just a piece of paper. Tamara explains why the PMP is essential for project success in any industry, providing practical advice on preparing for and passing the exam. She emphasizes why PMP is a valuable skill set that brings your career to the next level and vastly improves your project outcomes like never before...2024-11-1839 min
Xavier Gold Live PodcastDriving Success with Precision: Tamara McLemore ('97) on Project Management and Xavier’s Lasting InfluenceSend us a textIn this episode of Xavier Gold Live, we’re thrilled to welcome Tamara McLemore, a proud Xavier alumna from the class of 1997 and the Chief Impact Officer at the Project Management Institute. Tamara takes us on a journey from her dream of being a groundbreaking sports reporter to her current role empowering future project managers. Known for her vibrant approach to leadership, Tamara shares valuable insights on the power of planning, the importance of communication, and how project management is more than just task execution—it's self-care. Whether it’s leading teams worldwide or hel...2024-11-0527 min
The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & StrategiesWhat is Project Management and How Will It Improve Nonprofit’s Effectiveness?What is Project Management and How Will It Improve Nonprofit’s Effectiveness?Having a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification can do many things for leaders of nonprofits. It not only makes you a more efficient employee, it's going to open up a lot of opportunities. Project management is a growing career industry, particularly in the nonprofit sector, and having a PMP certification shows organizations that you're capable of effectively managing projects, budgets, and time.Tamara McLemore, PMP is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, a certified Pr...2024-10-1525 min
The Wake Up Eager Workforce PodcastIs the PMP for Me? Why Getting Your Certification is the Best Shortcut to Advancing in Your CareerEpisode Description: In Episode 120 of the Wake Up Eager Workforce podcast, Suzie Price interviews Tamara McLemore, a seasoned PMP instructor and executive consultant. Tamara shares how the PMP certification can empower professionals across industries, offering practical tools for project management and career advancement. She highlights the versatility of project management skills, emphasizing that everyone—from corporate professionals to homemakers—can benefit from them. Tamara’s signature two-week PMP boot camp accelerates the learning process, helping participants pass the exam in 30 to 60 days. The episode also covers essential strategies for retaining information under pressure, such as creating a study...2024-09-211h 12
Teachers in TransitionTeachers in Transition – Episode 215: Be Like Carrie Fisher, Anti-Procrastination Strategies, and Making Sure You Have the Skills You Need.Send us a textToday on the podcast we talk about Carrie Fisher – and why we should be more like Carrie! In our Teacher Hack segment I talk about how to clear some brain, and I have a bonus segment this week about drawing a boundary. Finally in our job hunting segment I talk about how to determine what skills you need when you have decided on which Here’s a link to Carrie Fisher’s first memoir, Wishful Drinking. Here’s a link to the podcast episode with Tamara McLemore. You can visit her si...2024-08-2621 min
Hello Seven PodcastWe Asked 4 World-Class Coaches How To Be THE BEST LeaderWhat happens when you put 4 world-class coaches in one room and ask them for their best advice? You get a brand-new episode of Hello Seven of course! Ranging from career coaches to therapists to e-commerce pioneers to project management mentors, this is an absolute masterclass from the best of the best. Hear exactly how these individuals all established themselves as successful, impactful coaches – and learn how you can become an impactful leader too! Together, the panel discuss: – Overcoming the anxiety of ‘am I qualified enough to be a coach’? – How to price yourself fa...2024-08-2358 minHello Seven PodcastWe Asked 4 World-Class Coaches How To Be THE BEST LeaderWhat happens when you put 4 world-class coaches in one room and ask them for their best advice? You get a brand-new episode of Hello Seven of course! Ranging from career coaches to therapists to e-commerce pioneers to project management mentors, this is an absolute masterclass from the best of the best. Hear exactly how these individuals all established themselves as successful, impactful coaches – and learn how you can become an impactful leader too! Together, the panel discuss: – Overcoming the anxiety of ‘am I qualified enough to be a coach’? – How to price yourself fa...2024-08-2358 min
Become an IDOL: Instructional Design and Online LearningBecome an IDOL Podcast: Project Management for Learning and Development with Tamara McLemore | 105In this episode of the Become an IDOL Podcast, Tamara McLemore, a project management expert, shares her insights and strategies for effective project management, particularly in the context of learning and development.
Tune in to find out:
Tamara's approach to building relationships and communicating with stakeholders, including her emphasis on understanding people's perspectives and what's in it for them.
Tamara's tips for self-management and staying productive when working on solo projects, such as the importance of understanding your own work style and environment.
Tamara's advice on identifying and lev...2024-08-2333 min
Work Better PodcastEmpowering Women to shift their mindset to Achieve More with Tamara McLemoreJoin us in this week's episode of the Work Better podcast, where we are joined by Tamara McLemore, an award-winning executive consultant with over 25 years of experience. Tamara shares her approach to empowering mid-career women to achieve their PMP certification, shift their mindset, and unlock greater opportunities. She highlights the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from a nine-to-five job to entrepreneurship, the importance of mindset shifts, and practical advice on project management and career coaching.Tamara also emphasizes the significant salary increases and personal benefits that come with PMP certification and shares her vision...2024-08-1551 minTeachers in TransitionTeachers in Transition – Episode 211: Learning about Project Management with Tamara McLemoreSend us a textEpisode 211: Learning about Project Management: with Tamara McLemore In this episode, Vanessa welcomes a guest to the pod! Tamara McLemore talks about project management and why teachers are such a natural fit for the position. Check out her webpage! And connect with Tamara on LinkedInHere’s the written steps for the Transcription Hack 1. Record whatever you want to your voice app (give it a name)2. Email that recording to yourself. 3. You’ll download your recording to your laptop 4. Use the Dictation tool...2024-07-2822 min
Engineering Management InstituteThe Successful Career-Boosting Effects of the PMP Certification – Ep 022In this episode, I talk with Tamara McLemore, PMP, PMI-ACP, Project Manager Professional (PMP) exam instructor, about how the PMP certification can transform your career. We debunk some common myths about the PMP certification and explore accelerated strategies to help you achieve it quicker. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.*** Engineering […]
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Women in Engineering: Success Stories from STEM ProfessionalsThe Successful Career-Boosting Effects of the PMP Certification – Ep 022In this episode, I talk with Tamara McLemore, PMP, PMI-ACP, Project Manager Professional (PMP) exam instructor, about how the PMP certification can transform your career. We debunk some common myths about the PMP certification and explore accelerated strategies to help you achieve it quicker. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.*** Engineering […]
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The Career Transition ExpertsEP 159. Landing Your Dream Job With Project Management - with Tamara McLemoreIn this episode, we tackle the REALITY of project management - it's EVERYWHERE, even if you don't have the fancy title. Learn:Top Industries: Discover the booming fields where the PMP is your golden ticket.Obstacles Demystified: We shed light on application hurdles, study struggles, and exam anxieties.Solutions Unleashed: Get actionable tips to smash through challenges and ace the PMP exam.Project Management Power: Understand why project management skills are crucial, even outside the PMP realm.Time Management Mastery: Discover how effective p...2024-07-0817 min
HBR On LeadershipGetting Project Management RightMany of us manage projects—even if “project manager” isn’t in our official job title. We try to learn the basics as we go: how to manage multiple stakeholders, adapt as circumstances change, and set realistic deadlines. It’s not easy, and it’s no wonder that people get certified in project management: it’s a discipline that’s surprisingly deep, from planning to close-out. In this episode, you’ll hear from a former clinical social worker who recently pivoted to project management and has already experienced several of the most common challenges, including uncertainty, interpersonal conf...2024-07-0336 min
The Career Transition ExpertsEP 158. Unlock Your WHY To Reach Your Career Goals Faster!Feeling lost in the daily grind? This episode is your wake-up call!We dive deep into the power of knowing your "WHY" - the driving force behind your passions and goals. Our guest unveils the importance of "starting with the end in mind" in crafting a roadmap for success that's clear, exciting, and actually FUN to follow. Listen in and discover the WHY that will ignite your purpose!Our guest, Tamara McLemore, is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor, and a sought...2024-07-0101 min
The Career Transition ExpertsEP 157. How Project Management Makes You UNSTOPPABLE in ANY Job MarketEver feel like your skills are stuck in a specific industry? Get ready to future-proof your career with the power of project management!In this episode, we discuss how this versatile skillset can transform you into a valuable asset, no matter what field you set your sights on. Our guest explains how you can pivot your experience to land your dream job, in any industry. Listen in and get ready to become UNSTOPPABLE!Our guest, Tamara McLemore, is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor, and a...2024-06-2102 min