Hello Reader, Every week, I hear from people who say: “I want to become a project manager, but I don’t know where to start.” And I get it.The first thing you see when you search online is a bunch of articles telling you to get certified. Most of them suggest the PMP—which costs $405 to $555 just to take the exam. That doesn’t include prep courses, which can easily push your total cost to $1,000-$3000 or more. Here’s what no one tells you:You don’t need a certification to get your foot in the...

Hello Reader, Here’s something I learned the hard way Leadership isn’t just about being good at your job. It’s about being seen as someone who can handle more. There was a time in my career where I was doing everything right. I was dependable. Organized. Got things done. I thought that was enough. But I stayed stuck in the same role for years. Why? Because I wasn’t showing up as a leader—I was just performing the tasks in front of me. No one was going to pull me aside and say, “You’re ready.”...

Hello Reader, It's crazy to me how many people are already project managers without the title.... but they're doing project management work for free. I created a few questions below so we can assess whether being a project manager is in your future. 🔮 Answer them honestly in your head with a YES or NO. Do you....?1️⃣ Always end up leading the group project—even when you didn’t sign up for it?2️⃣ Organize birthday parties, weekend trips, or family schedules? 3️⃣ Get asked “Can you just follow...