How early in your consulting career did you pursue certifications (CAPM, PMP, CFA, etc.) to gain any new skill sets and/or boost your position in your firm or applying to other firms? TIA! 😀

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I got my PMP 2 years into consulting. At that point I had 5 years total PM experience from working as a full-time PM prior to consulting. Studying for the certification was incredibly helpful in filling-in the knowledge areas where I did not have as much experience. After getting the certification I was given high visibility project and given the opportunity to lead engagements at new accounts.

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Thank you for sharing! I’m about to test for CAPM (only 1.5 YOE in PM) but want to work toward the PMP

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Awesome! Understanding the PMBOK framework from early in your career will give you a huge leg up over non-certified PMs.
Some people like to bash on the PMP and think it’s only about waterfall but really it’s a toolkit that a skilled PM can draw from regardless methodology. Don’t be swayed! Good luck!

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That’s amazing to hear, thank you so much!

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