I'm working for a small company managing the CRM program. I am a PMP and working on agile certification also, but want to make the switch to a product or architect role. I have been thinking about getting Salesforce certified but have seen a number of posts that have mentioned that (in the posters' opinions) Salesforce is already becoming "ancient" in tech. I don't want to waste my time just starting a Salesforce career when it's on the way out. Anyone have any advice or thoughts on the matter?

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I don't share that opinion on Salesforce. I'd say go for it.

Salesforce/CRM knowledge will always be valuable, but diversifying your skills into product management has guaranteed employment for a very long time. Even more important is a PM with technical skills. Keep learning.

I agree, worth looking at some PM roles to see what kind of certifications and skills they're looking for

It depends on you but I don't think Salesforce is going anywhere

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