1.2 The PMP Mindset: Focus on Value Delivery and Ethical Conduct

Phase 1: Orientation – Understanding the PMP Landscape for Exam and Practice

Passing the PMP® exam requires more than knowing terms; it demands adopting a specific professional mindset centered on value, ethics, and proactive leadership. This mindset guides effective project management:

• Value-Focused: Continuously align project work with business objectives and intended benefits. Value is the ultimate success measure.
• Ethical & Respectful: Act responsibly and adhere strictly to the PMI Code of Ethics (Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, Honesty). Be a diligent steward of resources.
• Collaborative: Foster teamwork, psychological safety, and shared ownership. Effectively engage stakeholders.
• Proactive & Solutions-Oriented: Anticipate issues, manage risks proactively, communicate early. Analyze before acting; focus on root causes, not blame.
• Servant Leader: Enable and empower the team; remove blockers; focus on team success.
• Adaptive & Context-Aware: Tailor approaches based on context. Understand system interactions and the bigger picture. Embrace adaptability and resiliency.
• Focused on Enabling Change: Recognize projects drive change and manage the human transition aspects.

Exam Relevance: The PMP® exam heavily assesses judgment aligned with this mindset through scenario-based questions. Memorization is insufficient. Success depends on applying principles and judgment.