282: Project Management 101: What it is, what skills it requires, and how to become one (with Ahmed Wasfy)
Project Management 101: What it is, what skills it requires, and how to become one (with Ahmed Wasfy)
You’ve got your eye on the next promotion, landing eventually in the C-Suite, yet you have a sinking feeling you’re not promotable — or not as promotable as you could be. Maybe you’ve been passed over for a promotion, or your boss pointed out an area or skill you’ll need to improve before you can even raise your hand for a bigger role.
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Today, I am speaking with Ahmed Wasfy, an engineering manager with such giants as Microsoft, Google, and Amazon. In addition to his day job, he provides coaching services to help managers become effective leaders through his company, the Thriving EM.
Ahmed explains the purpose of a project manager, the skills and qualities needed to be an effective project manager, and how to break into the field. We also discuss the PMP – Project Management Professional – designation, and whether that credential is necessary to enter into project management work.
You can find Ahmed via his website: https://www.thethrivingem.com
Or via Instagram at @a1wasfy
Exclusively for our listeners, Ahmed is offering a free 30-minute session to show you how to set up your calendar to save 10 hours each week. Just email Ahmed at ahmed@thethrivingem.com with the subject line: LESA – 10 HOURS BACK