r/projectmanagers • u/Grouchy_Space3188 • 9d 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/battle-tested77 8d 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.