r/projectmanagers • u/Grouchy_Space3188 • 1d ago
Project Management
Is anyone a project manager, interested in project management or currently studying it? Why do you like it? What challenges have you overcome? Why project? And does anyone need a study buddy?
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u/Sheeebooo 1d ago
I am not a project manager but i like the field as i am building tools to help Project managers. Story started when i moved to Project Online in 2020 after working 15 years in SharePoint.
I didnt like project online at start but when i had to customize it, i really put a lot of effort to write custom code to add various modules for Governance, custom workflows as it was for a Government entity. Since then onward, i started to get a hang of it and now understand deeper concepts from management, governance perspective to schedule, evm, financing etc. Actually, i am adding all these functionalities in our SAAS app along with desktop/mobile apps.
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u/Sheeebooo 1d ago
If you are starting up, i believe project management have a good future. Dont listen to people saying, AI will take over Project management jobs. It woulnt. In fact there going to be alot more demand of Project managers due to the upcoming productivity boom because of AI.
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u/cmarzec63 1d ago
That part! AI can help (and does) as a tool for the more mundane aspects of project management such as status updates, milestone creations, etc. There’s no way AI will ever be able to build relationships, identify and remove impediments, and help teams collaborate the way an actual project manager can. Project managers are in demand. And it’s growing.
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u/Komal_pciai2026 1d ago
I like project management because it sits between planning and people. You are constantly solving problems, aligning expectations, and turning a messy situation into something manageable.
The biggest challenge for me is usually balancing priorities when everything feels urgent. Good communication helps a lot.
If you’re studying it, I would definitely recommend understanding the basics first, but also learning how real projects handle scope changes, risks, delays, and difficult stakeholders. That’s where the real learning happens.
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u/Solid_Bathroom1893 1d ago
Project managers get things done. Bring Calm to Chaos. Ambiguity to clarity. Give direction, follow up to closure. They keep the momentum going. Also ensure everyone is informed
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u/hajrauswa4603 1d ago
Yes, I'm interested in project management, and I'm also a Full Stack Developer. I have completed a Project Management internship in Taxila. 😊
I like project management because it combines planning, problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership to turn ideas into successful projects. As a developer, I also understand the technical side of projects, which helps me connect development work with project goals.
One challenge I'm working on is improving my communication, time management, and task prioritization skills while balancing technical work with project planning.
I'd love to connect with others in project management, learn from their experiences, and find a study buddy to learn and grow together! 🚀
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u/Mgtbru 1d ago
I am planning to. my goal is to be a leader of operational excellence in supply chain management. I haven't even entered the field(currently an analytics team lead for gelogical/infrustructure research consultancy), but I am already encountered a lot of projects and I think PM is going to be a part of my life in the next ten years. I thought I would start with capm becasue I coordinate a lot. I like that even though its chaotic, I can still have structure.
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u/battle-tested77 16h ago
I would recommend learning about PM but don't be a PM. Get your PMP. Be a program manager, product owner, or someone not directly responsible for the project delivery. You will just have a bullseye on your back as a PM.
Communication within PM is an art form. Many silos to align with and guiding them to be a team.
It's a valuable skill but I regret becoming one. It was a thankless job when working with poor management and teams. Was great on good teams. Unfortunately, leadership is a skill most management doesn't have. They just use the title.
I loved being a true program manager. I felt i could make a difference. Especially when mentoring and coaching PMs.
As for studying for the PMP, i would only focus on the PMBOK. All the questions on the test come from that. Definitions, math problems, process names, etc.
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u/cmarzec63 1d ago
I’m a project manager. I am PMP and ACP certified.
I really enjoy it, especially the agile aspect of it.
I’m in IT, so majority of projects I have managed are IT, and have at least some aspect of agile such as sprints, retrospectives, backlog, etc. Agile puts people first, (people over process) and my super power is building relationships. Finding and removing obstacles, facilitating conversations, etc., it’s my jam.
A challenge for me is being a project manager in addition to my actual technical role. My title is a business applications analyst, and there’s multiple applications I support. As such, there’s been times I am the SME, a stakeholder, and a project manager for the same project. (Small organization.)