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Hello Reader, I get asked about qualifications and certifications a lot. “Should I do PMP?” If you’re thinking about training or certification, I’ve pulled together my best articles in one place so you can make an informed decision rather than just following whatever’s trending on LinkedIn. Across RebelsGuideToPM.com you’ll find guidance on:
Certifications can absolutely strengthen your credibility. But they’re not magic. The real value comes from combining structured learning with practical experience. Ask any employer, and they are more likely to tell you that experience and skills matter more than letters after your name, so focus on building out your experience as well, whether you're going for your first job or seeking out a C-suite project leadership role. If you’re considering your next step, or wondering whether you even need another certificate, this is a good place to start: 👉 Training & Certification hub Before you sign up (and pay for anything to anyone), spend 10 minutes reviewing your options properly. I'd also suggest you take a look at online reviews like Trustpilot etc to check out a provider before you commit any cash. And if you want a more tailored, personal take on where your career should be heading next, I have some mentoring slots available this month. You can find out more and book a call here. Have a lovely week! Elizabeth Did you miss?
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I help project professionals get more done with less stress. Having been a project manager for over 20 years, I share tried-and-tested tips that work in the real world, every Tuesday. Join our community of over 15,000 project professionals (and accidental project managers too!).
Hello Reader, I get asked about the difference between PMBOK and PRINCE2 a lot. Usually it’s because someone is working in an environment that references one or the other (or both) and they’re trying to figure out whether they need to know about both, whether one is better, or whether the whole debate is just exam prep noise. The short version is that they’re not competing frameworks. They’re not even trying to do the same job. The PMBOK Guide is a body of knowledge. It describes what good...
Hello Reader, I sat down with Mike Fesko recently for a podcast episode on how to lead multiple projects without burning out. You can watch it here: (Here's the link if the picture doesn't show for you.) We talked about: The “Sushi, Spaghetti, Side Dish” model for understanding your workload The hidden, invisible work PMs do that managers don’t see What “social capital” really means for project managers The three productivity saboteurs holding PMs back: perfectionism, indecisiveness and...
Hello Reader, Tomorrow is our masterclass on project prioritization. We will be looking at some simple ways for getting clarity on what is the most important initiative at any given moment, and how you can feed that into your team’s strategic plans. I’ll be honest – this is training aimed at people who don’t have a formal pipeline management process and tools to organize it all for you. If you have a mature PMO and portfolio management software, then you don’t need this class. If you haven’t...