196. You are Qualified: Why More Women Should Apply for the PMP Exam with Tamara McLemore

There 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, empowering them with the necessary skills, confidence, and language to obtain their PMP Certification and secure significant career advancements.  Through her PMP Exam 2-Week Intensive, she has successfully shortened the traditional preparation timeline, enabling candidates to pass their PMP exam within 30 days (a process that typically takes 6-8 months). This accelerated timeline not only aims to achieve certification but also to position women in the careers they truly deserve. With 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. Tamara's expertise has been recognized through her appearances as a guest on the Women Of Project Management® and the Harvard Business Review, Women at Work podcasts and has been a keynote speaker at prestigious events such as the Women of Project Management Conference, AE Ignite conference, and the Wonder Women Tech summit. She is also a LinkedIn Top Voice In Project Management. Additionally, she has shared her knowledge by teaching project management at universities and organizations worldwide, including appearances in India and Dubai.  Outside of her professional endeavors, Tamara enjoys traveling extensively and lives by the motto: "To be a Service to All Mankind." Tamara's Links: Website & Free Gift: IWantMyPMP.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/tamarajoyful LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tamaramclemorepmp Links + Resources:✨ Let's connect on IG--> instagram.com/kris10edwards_✨ Book a Free Leadership Audit—> www.amplifyambition.com/linksENJOYING THE PODCAST? Follow/Subscribe, rate this show, and share it on social media too!Links and Resources: ✨ Connect on IG —> instagram.com/kris10edwards_✨ Book a session—> amplifyambition.comENJOYING THE PODCAST? Follow/Subscribe, rate this show, and share it on social media too!