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Do you need a (or another) PM certificate?
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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, At Project Forum last Tuesday, I attended a talk by James Garner and Yoshi Soornack on AI, because… well, FOMO really. The talk about AI is all over the place and staying up to date is tricky (some stats here about how it's actually being used). Two easy key takeaways for me were: Use AI as a thought partner, in much the same way as you chat about ideas to colleagues, but you can’t offload all cognition. Prescriptive analytics is the next step after predictive analytics – AI can...
Hello Reader, If you’ve ever thought: “The plan isn’t the problem. The stakeholders are.” You’re not alone. Even though that's not the sort of thing that project managers say out loud! Stakeholder management is where most projects either quietly succeed… or slowly unravel. It’s not just about sending updates (wouldn't it be easy if it was?). It’s about: Understanding influence and power Managing expectations Handling competing priorities Dealing with late changes Navigating politics (yes,...
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...