Career Advancement

Propel your career forward with leadership tips and career growth strategies. Discover the essential behaviors, skills, and certifications that will make you stand out from the crowd.

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    How to Gain Project Management Experience

    By Autumn Granza If you’re considering a career in project management, gaining experience may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how to get started here.

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    Certified: Meet Nina Yaa Frema Aning, CAPM

    By Project Management Institute Learn how Nina Yaa Frema Aning, CAPM applies her project management skills to lead collaborations and produce broadcasts that inspire others.

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    Certified: Meet Stephanie Bedford, PMP

    By Project Management Institute A Senior Gaming Producer is a project manager leading the entire cross-functional development team for an entire game. Read more of Stephanie's story here.

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    6 Reasons to Pursue a Career in Project Management

    By Project Management Institute Discover why a career in project management, with high demand, competitive salaries, and versatile opportunities, is a standout career option.

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    Certified: Meet Matt Austin, PMP

    By Project Management Institute Matt Austin, VP of Project Management at Jellyfish, discusses how PMP certification and project management skills have helped him thrive as a leader in diverse industries.

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    How to Become a Project Manager

    By Project Management Institute Explore what you need to kickstart your journey in project management. Discover the key skills that matter most, the value of the CAPM certification, and how to confidently launch your career.

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    PMP vs CAPM

    By Project Management Institute When it comes to the world of project management, your success hinges on cultivating the skills and experiences necessary to keep you at the forefront of this ever-changing profession.

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    From Project Manager to PMO Leader

    By Project Management Institute Taking on a role in the Project Management Office (PMO) can be a great fit for project managers who want to leverage their skills for broader organizational impact.

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    Your Personal Branding Project: A Project Professional’s Roadmap to Career Growth

    By Project Management Institute Discover the power of personal branding and how certifications like the CAPM® and PMP® can help you stand out in project management.

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    How to Use the PMI Salary Survey

    By Lenka Pincot The newly released PMI 2023 Salary Survey explores the salary landscape of PMP certification holders versus non-PMP professionals.

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    Wanted: Leadership Not Just From the Top

    By David Altman To address the enormous challenges facing our world, we need leaders from all levels. David Altman shares the principles of leadership.

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    How to Decide Where to Take the PMP® Exam

    By Lenka Pincot Ready to take your PMP certification exam? Learn about the difference between in-person vs. online testing to help you decide where is best for you.

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    From Membership to Mentorship

    By Karla Eidem Karla Eidem talks with Eric Folsland, one of her mentees, about their mentorship relationship. Learn about how it works and the unexpected benefits!

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    Become the Mentor You Wish You Had

    By Karla Eidem Learn about the value of career mentorship in this in-depth post about how mentors can positively shape the trajectory of your career.

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    My CAPM Certification Journey

    By Sierra Hampton-Simmons Sierra Hampton-Simmons recounts her experience taking the updated CAPM exam and details the value of taking the new-and-improved exam.

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    Stay Relevant and Resilient – Become a Lifelong Learner

    By Melissa Reeder Explore the importance of cultivating lifelong learning in your career and discover effective ways to stay relevant and resilient at work.

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    How to Use Your Summer Days Wisely

    By Karla Eidem Summer is in full swing! Get expert tips on how to take advantage of this social season and expand your personal and professional network.

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    Certifications Hold the Key for Ambitious, Young Project Professionals

    By Sierra Hampton-Simmons Sierra-Hampton Simmons shares insights about how young project professionals are empowering themselves by earning professional certifications.

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    How Young Professionals Can Stand Out in Today’s Job Market

    By Karla Eidem Karla Eidem shares findings from PMI’s new Job Prospect Survey, which delves into work-related perspectives of young professionals.

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    Boost Your Leadership Skills and Your Career Trajectory

    By Samir Mehta Learn how to boost your leaderships and the direct correlation it will have to your career trajectory whether or not it is a part of your job.