PM Therapy

7 Mistakes PMs Make When Trying To Land a $100-300K Role

Most product managers aren’t lacking experience—they’re often struggling with strategy. In this episode of PM Therapy, we break down 7 mistakes PMs make when trying to land a $100K–$300K role in their job search and career growth. With actionable advice and real client stories, this episode gives you a blueprint for strategic career growth—whether you’re stuck in your PM search, unsure how to position yourself, or aiming to land a high-paying role. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * Out of the Market Too Long: How to reposition after gaps. Example: David had a 2-year break but landed a PM offer in 5 weeks. * Fixing Just One Thing: Why resumes or LinkedIn updates alone won’t cut it—you need a full job search system: clarity, positioning, targeting, networking, interviews, negotiation. * Relying on Certifications: PMP, MBA, AI certificates aren’t magic. Strategy and positioning matter more. * Widening Your Focus Too Much: Applying to everything dilutes your identity. Example: Hina got 2 offers in 6 weeks by emphasizing relevant experience. * Doubling Down on Applications: More applications ≠ strategy. Example: Fawzia applied to 160 roles, got 3 interviews, but landed a high-paying PM role after strategic adjustments. * Applying and Waiting: Submitting isn’t enough—engage with hiring managers and follow up to beat the competition. * Waiting for the “Right Time”: Opportunities exist year-round. Example: Agalya got hired during Christmas/New Year. 📌 Key Takeaway:Most PMs don’t have an experience problem—they have a strategy problem. Sharpening your approach improves clarity, confidence, and results. 📉 Need help landing a $100K–$300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us: https://tally.so/r/3la956 🚀 Check out PM Therapy on your favorite platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pmtherapypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmtherapypod

The PM Role In 10 Years

The evolving role of project managers (PMs) over the next decade is explored in this episode of the PM Therapy Live podcast. Hosted by Mukhtar Khadiri with guest Mike Clayton, the discussion dives into how AI, evolving methodologies, and rapidly changing tools will reshape the PM profession. Whether you’re aiming to stay ahead in the PM field or pivot your career towards strategic leadership roles, this episode is packed with actionable insights and predictions for the future. If you’ve ever wondered what the PM profession will look like in 10 years, Mike’s perspective will help you understand the key changes to come. From AI taking over routine tasks to new methodologies designed for human-AI hybrid teams, this episode will inspire and equip you to prepare for the future of project management. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: * How AI will impact PM tasks and shift the focus toward more strategic decision-making * Predictions on the future of PM tools and the rise of AI agents * The changing nature of project complexity and what that means for PMs * How new methodologies could be developed to accommodate human-AI hybrid teams * Insights on PM certifications and burnout potential as AI handles more routine tasks * Rapid-fire recommendations on tools, productivity hacks, and strategies for future-proofing your career 📉 Need help landing a $100K–$300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us: https://tally.so/r/3la956 🚀 Check out PM Therapy on your favorite platforms: * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod * Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614 * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pmtherapypod * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmtherapypod Want to keep up with Mike Clayton? https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeclayton/ https://onlinepmcourses.com/ ❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, AI in PM, and career growth! #ProjectManagement #CareerGrowth #GooglePM #MentalHealthTech #AppliedAI #PMLeadership

🚀 What Separates a $100K PM from a $200K PM

What separates a $100K project manager from a $200K one? Is it experience, certifications, industry, or something else? In this episode of PM Therapy, we tackle this exact question. We dive deep into the current reality of the PM job market, exploring the shifts caused by AI, layoffs, and market volatility. Most importantly, we’ll break down what you need to do to move toward those $200K+ PM roles.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🔹The current state of the PM job market and how it’s evolving due to AI and market pressures🔹How to transition from a $100K to $200K PM by developing key leadership and strategic skills🔹The importance of focusing on outcomes vs. outputs to level up your career🔹How AI disruptions are reshaping the PM role and how to stay valuable in an AI-driven world🔹How to position yourself for higher-paying roles by improving your storytelling and reframing your experience…and so much more!📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:⁠https://tally.so/r/3la956 [⁠https://tally.so/r/3la956]🚀 Check us out on your other favorite platforms!🔹Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw [https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw]🔹YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod [https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod]🔹Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614 [ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614]🤓 Want to join live for the next episode? Follow Mukhtar on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir [http://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir]👨🏻Keep up with Galen here🔹Digital Project Manager: https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/ [https://thedigitalprojectmanager.com/]🔹LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galen-low-digital-transformation-advisor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/galen-low-digital-transformation-advisor/]❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, career growth, and AI disruption!

🚀 How Some Teams Deliver Projects 2X Faster

It’s become almost a running joke in the industry: projects rarely finish on time. But what if that assumption is wrong? What if projects could actually be delivered faster and more reliably without burning out teams or cutting corners?In this episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar Kadiri sits down with Philip Marris, an expert in Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM), to explore a different way of delivering projects. 🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:🔹The real reasons why so many projects end up finishing late🔹What Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) is and how it works🔹How some teams are able to deliver projects twice as fast without overworking their teams🔹How to identify the real bottleneck in your projects (not just the one everyone complains about)🔹The first practical step any PM can take tomorrow to start improving project delivery speed…and so much more!📉 Need help landing a 100–300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today:https://tally.so/r/3la956 [https://tally.so/r/3la956]👨Connect with Phillip hereLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipmarris/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipmarris/]Website: https://www.marris-consulting.com/en/ [https://www.marris-consulting.com/en/]YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCu2Mx7uyErhCUGIh00ZLQiQ [https://www.youtube.com/@UCu2Mx7uyErhCUGIh00ZLQiQ ]🚀 Check us out on your other favorite platforms!🔹Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw [https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw]🔹YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod [https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod/streams]🔹Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614]🤓 Want to join live for the next episode? Follow Mukhtar on LinkedInhttp://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir [http://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir]❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, project delivery speed, and career growth!#projectmanagement #careergrowth #criticalchainpm #projectdelivery #pmleadership #pmcommunity

Bridging the PM–Developer Gap ft. Irina Lamarr

We’ve all seen the memes and heard the stereotypes. PMs think developers are difficult to manage, and developers think PMs don’t understand the technical work. But where does this friction actually come from, and more importantly, how do you fix it? In this episode of PM Therapy, Mukhtar Kadiri sits down with Irina Lamarr, who has experienced both sides of the divide, as a developer and now as a project manager. Together, they unpack why misunderstandings between PMs and engineers happen, what each side gets wrong about the other, and how PMs can earn credibility and trust with technical teams.  🎯 What You'll Learn in This Series: * Why tension often exists between project managers and developers * What developers wish PMs would stop doing immediately * How PMs can lead and influence developers without deep technical expertise * Communication techniques that help PMs navigate technical discussions confidently * Practical ways to build trust and credibility with engineering teams …and so much more! 📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us! Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today: https://tally.so/r/3la956 [https://tally.so/r/3la956] 🚀 Check us out on your other favorite platforms! * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw [https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod [https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod] * Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pm-therapy/id1812039614] * Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pmtherapypod [https://www.tiktok.com/@pmtherapypod] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmtherapypod/ [https://www.instagram.com/pmtherapypod/] 🧓🏻Want to keep up Irina Lamar? LinkedIn:   [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUVDMWE3V1Q2b0NraVRVRlJhemxfZWRGRXJlUXxBQ3Jtc0trbG5VclVVUjdGZlBPd19oUjZEMUtzeVZJczZnTlZ5M25mQlA1VVVlT3NmOHZzenY5dXpkb25OLTFyeWZwZVZieFNsNUVob2FxMEQ4YkQ0ZGlvRmFDYkI4V0hYRXpCMlFrQUp6aVFwMmJxbTVFeHUwTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fchriscrofttraining%2F&v=RPqX1ng1RYE]https://www.linkedin.com/in/irilamarr/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/irilamarr/] 🤓 Want to join live for the next episode? Follow Mukhtar on LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir [http://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir] ❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, PM–developer collaboration, and career growth!