Konshuhs Agility-Project Manager Coach & Agile Coach, Trainer, Mentor & Author

Starting your first project management job can feel exciting, intimidating, and overwhelming all at the same time. Most new project managers spend their time learning Agile, Scrum, Microsoft Project, Jira, and project planning, believing technical knowledge is what determines success. In this episode, I share five lessons I wish someone had taught me before I stepped into my very first project man...

Have you ever wondered why some project managers become trusted advisors while others remain stuck giving status updates? If you're a project manager, aspiring project manager, program manager, Scrum Master, Agile professional, PMO leader, CAPM student, or PMP professional, one of the most overlooked leadership skills isn't managing projects. It's learning how to manage the relationship with your...

Have you ever worked with another project manager who seemed to challenge every idea you brought to the table? Was it healthy governance that improved the project, or did it create unnecessary friction that slowed the team down? In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked challenges in project management: distinguishing constructive debate from behavior that quietly delays delivery. Dra...

What if your biggest obstacle isn't other people... but the moments you've quietly betrayed yourself? Most people believe confidence comes from getting more people to believe in them. But what if the real problem isn't a lack of confidence at all? What if you've been giving more weight to doubt than the evidence you've already created? In this episode, I share one of the hardest realizations of my...

You studied for months. You sacrificed weekends. You finally passed the CAPM exam. Then something unexpected happened. Instead of feeling completely confident, new questions started to take over. Can I actually get a job? Do I know enough? What if everyone realizes I'm new? In this episode of Project Leadership Lab , I share my own experience after earning the CAPM certification, including the int...

The PMP® Certification exam is changing in 2026, and these updates will impact how future project managers prepare for one of the most respected certifications in the profession. In this special episode, I'm joined by my mentor, Phil Akinwale , to break down the upcoming PMP Exam changes, explain what PMBOK® Guide 8 means for certification candidates, and discuss how Agile, leadership, business va...

The leadership lesson that changed how I think about confidence, criticism, and professional growth. Have you ever delivered great work, exceeded expectations, and still found yourself wondering why the people you wanted recognition from never gave it? In this episode, I share a real project experience that completely changed the way I think about leadership and confidence. What started as a succe...

If you've been applying for project manager positions and wondering why interviews feel different, you're not imagining it. The expectations for project managers are evolving. Organizations are looking beyond schedules, status reports, and meeting facilitation. They're looking for leaders who take ownership, communicate with executives, influence without authority, and drive business outcomes. In...

Most people think passing the CAPM® certification is about finding the perfect study guide, watching more videos, or taking endless practice exams. The truth is that success starts with building a learning system. In today's episode, I share the PLAN-Q Learning System , the exact framework I wish someone had taught me before I started pursuing project management certifications. You'll learn how to...

Most organizations don't realize the value of a PMO until projects begin falling behind schedule, budgets start growing, and stakeholders lose confidence. In this episode, I share a personal experience that completely changed how I think about Project Management Offices and why governance isn't about controlling people. It's about protecting projects. If you've ever struggled to introduce best pra...

The Project Management Terms That Hurt Your Credibility One of the fastest ways to build credibility as a project manager isn't learning more terminology. It's learning to use the right terminology at the right time . In this episode, I will break down eight of the most commonly confused project management terms using real-world examples, lessons learned from mentors, interview experiences, and pr...

Have you ever felt like you're working hard, growing, and making progress, yet somehow still feel behind? The problem may not be your effort. It may be the scoreboard you're using. In this episode, I will share a personal story about failing the PMP exam three times, the advice that almost convinced him to stop, and the powerful lesson he learned about success, growth, and becoming the person you'...

Have you ever changed your strategy and immediately wondered if you were giving up? Many professionals, leaders, project managers, and entrepreneurs struggle with the idea of changing direction because they associate adaptation with failure. But what if changing your approach is actually a sign of growth? In this episode, I will discuss the critical difference between quitting and adapting, why gr...

Many aspiring project managers are asking the same question: Is project management still worth pursuing in 2026? With layoffs making headlines, AI automating tasks, and entry-level opportunities becoming more competitive, it's understandable why many professionals are questioning the future of the profession. In this episode, I share a realistic perspective on what is happening inside project mana...

Have you ever struggled to move forward after a project ended, a promotion didn't happen, or a career opportunity unexpectedly disappeared? In this episode, I will discuss why some of the hardest transitions in life have nothing to do with project schedules, budgets, or stakeholder management and everything to do with emotional intelligence. Many professionals spend months or even years trying to...

Have you ever allowed someone else's opinion to shape how you see yourself? A manager's feedback. A recruiter's rejection. A teacher's criticism. A family member's doubt. In this episode, I will discuss the dangerous habit of accepting other people's conclusions as your identity and why some of the greatest limitations in life are not actual limitations at all, but conclusions formed by people who...

Most project managers believe pressure comes from deadlines, budgets, and stakeholder demands. But what if the pressure you're feeling isn't actually coming from the project? In this episode, I share a leadership lesson from a high-visibility project where everyone agreed the initiative was important, but nobody agreed on what success actually looked like. We'll discuss how unmanaged expectations...

Most people think project management is about keeping everything under control. The longer I've led projects, the more I've realized that's not true. The real test of leadership begins when deadlines slip, risks become issues, stakeholders start asking difficult questions, and the confidence everyone had at kickoff begins to disappear. In this episode, I share a real project experience that taught...

Most project managers believe success comes from having all the answers. But the longer you stay in project management, the more you realize something important: the professionals who build lasting careers are not always the smartest, most technical, or most experienced people in the room. They are the ones who develop stickability. In this episode, I will explore why adaptability, ownership, and...

Most people love the chapters where everything is working. The promotion. The relationship. The successful project. The certification. But what happens when life writes a chapter you never asked for? In this episode, I will explore why the most difficult seasons of life often reveal the strongest parts of who we are. When the results disappear, the plans change, and the future becomes uncertain, m...

Many project managers can recite the phases of the Software Development Life Cycle. Planning. Requirements. Design. Development. Testing. Deployment. Maintenance. But knowing the phases isn't the same as understanding what's happening inside them. In this episode, I break down the SDLC in plain English and explain what project managers actually need to understand to lead software projects successf...

Most people will tell you to skip the CAPM and wait until you're eligible for the PMP. I disagree. In this episode, I break down why the CAPM certification deserves far more respect than it gets and why so many professionals underestimate the value of preparation. We'll discuss: ✔ Why the CAPM teaches you how PMI thinks ✔ Why commitment matters more than credentials ✔ How preparation builds confid...

Most people don't actually want transformation. They want the benefits of transformation. The promotion without the development. The certification without the studying. The healthy body without the discipline. The successful project without the difficult conversations. Transformation requires participation. In this episode, I share a personal story about getting tired of getting hit by setbacks, c...

Most project managers think their biggest challenge is managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables. It isn't. The projects aren't usually what wear people down. It's everything happening around them. The stakeholder who changes direction without warning. The meeting you weren't invited to. The accountability you inherited but never agreed to own. The pressure to keep everyone aligned while nobod...

What do you do when life punches you in the mouth? Every project manager has a plan. Every leader has a strategy. Every professional has a vision for how things are supposed to unfold. Then reality shows up. In this episode, I will explore one of the most important lessons he's learned throughout his career and personal journey: The project is your life. Through stories of stalled projects, diffic...