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Money is important, but it is not what drives me

Gunther Verheyen

Money was not what drove my wife and I when I gave up my position as software engineer and aspiring project manager in favor of running a bookshop (1996). If it was money that drives me, I would do individual coaching of people not interested in experience, but still wanting level III certifications.

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Project Management Trends: 2018 Topics to Watch

LiquidPlanner

It feels to me like 2017 passed by in a flash. Certification has always had its place, and I’m happy to go on record saying I think there is a bewildering choice of certifications for project managers. You don’t need a certificate to do that. The Impact of Emotional Intelligence on Careers. The Rise of Peer Support.

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How to Start a Career in Project Management: Answers to FAQ

Epicflow Blog

According to PMI’s Job Growth and Talent Gap in Project Management 2017-2027 , organizations’ need for project talent has significantly increased since their previous investigation in 2008. Another way to start a career is to get a degree in a similar field, like business, and then take a PM course. It depends on the certification.

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How to Become a Software Project Manager (Full Guide)

PM Basics

You might think that it’s a great idea to get a Project Management Certification. It would give you the knowledge AND a certificate. At this stage, I don’t recommend investing in a certification. No course will fill this gap. Get a professional development plan on how to become a software PM from day one.

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How to Become an IT Project Manager Without Experience

PM Basics

Image taken from PMI’s Project Management Job Growth and Talent Gap Report // 2017-2027. Image taken from PMI’s Project Management Job Growth and Talent Gap Report // 2017-2027. Smaller projects don’t require a degree, expert knowledge, or certification. It would give you the knowledge and a certificate. Just a side note.