Project Management: Getting a PM Job (With no Experience)

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If you're trying to start your PM career and are having trouble figuring out what to do, this video is for you.
In this video I reveal two ways to land that first PM job, no experience required.

[@WishfulJirachi]

Info starts at 4:36

[@Mrs_ToniChilds]

Thank you lol

[@k.chanteadams4619]

Thanks

[@JMasalle]

Phew! Thanks!

[@tonywilliams4410]

Thank You!

[@kantasisg]

4.5 minutes of fluff

[@benj1236]

*This is on point. I also became a project manager by simply taking the initiative and doing jobs people didn't want.*

[@jesussalazar9879]

Hi Ben! I was wondering if you could help me telling me where or how did you applied to those jobs, I know that is not a job in specific I was just wondering where I should apply since I am struggling with that, I even couldnt land a job as a Virtual Assistant, thanks.

[@Angelcake1371]

@@jesussalazar9879 Were you able to figure it out and if so could you help me? How did you do it?

[@damanthakur8889]

How did you get your entry level job?

[@davidsekanic7636]

Both options sound good. I'm not afraid of taking a step down to take a step up.

[@dianereynolds6754]

Your video was a God sent. I have been working with staffing agencies for 4 years full-time doing administrative/clerical tasks. Before listening to your video, I was worried that I have been wasting time and not taking my career-path serious. Temping has connected me with large and small organizations and given me the opportunities to work with experienced and smart people. The assignments given to me by the staffing agencies were about the same. The projects were very large, neglected, and time consuming -but were important to the client's long-term success. Many of these projects were considered by many as boring and repetitive. The experience I gained from past temp assignments helped me to successfully complete other projects and to think like a Project Manager . I am now interested in learning more about Project Management and getting a CAPM certification. Your video was on point.

[@abchamp9857]

Hi Jason, I am so excited to start in this field as my second career. I do not have formal experience and was hired this week as a part-time PM intern with a large organization. It is a step back for me, but so worth it in my opinion. Bummed I didn't make your beta team as I found your video too late.

[@jpa_]

I am graduating in September with a degree in entrepreneurship. I’d like to get into PM, and I’ve seen a lot of similarities between entrepreneurship and PM. As someone who enjoys being chucked in the deep end and proving myself the small company option appeals to me. Really enjoyed the video, especially you’re openness with your story

[@meenamourya1358]

I came across the video at the very right time of my career. I was actually looking for the same bit of info. This has definitely helped to shape my career.thanks

[@mohamedelhag7778]

Such an awesome man ... kept a big smile on my face for 19 minutes. great video 👍

[@-AGB-]

I recently completed my undergrad and I’m hoping to go with Option B. I got introduced to PM through a sales internship I did with a smaller company. I’ve seen how stressful wearing multiple hats can be. I’m hoping to land an Associate PM role with a larger company, getting that direct first hand experience would be amazing for me. Thank you for this video!!

[@tanyakilpatrick9204]

THANK YOU. I'm at a crucial point in my life and your videos are extremely helpful.

[@AJ-sw5hx]

It is helpful.. I am on the stage of starting my career in project management.. I was confused which one to choose. Now I can start by going to small company to work with

[@santoreknight]

This is very helpful, thanks for the tips, I basically have gone through the same working path with experience in almost every different retail shops and so on and looking to get in PM which could be a gathering of many experience

[@skorpianking73]

Great story this video has really helped me define a career goal and solidify what I want. Thank you for sharing. It sucks that I missed your class I think I would have really enjoyed it!

[@anaelicortinas323]

I have been working as an human resource admin for several years, but have been too afraid to apply for a managerial position. The lack of not being promoted to manager or even assistant manager, has kept me in the shadows. I want to thank you for this video. It has provide great directions for me and ways to get my foot in the door. I really appreciate this. Great video!

[@catherineballard6643]

I think I would like to go for Option A - small company. I like the idea of helping people make their dreams happen!

[@nidhijaroy]

Thank you for the amazing videos. I'm also a newbie whose starting out in this field and your videos are very insightful.

[@gerardogarcia3532]

I found myself unmotivated after being rejected for multiple jobs in the covid era. This video is very valuable if you're seeking to get a nuanced perspective on how to get into project management. Thank you for all that vital information.

[@zemog3776]

Did you get a job?

[@hu3m4n90]

HR is the problem, it has dumb people with egos filtering IT guys.

[@hotshottruckingtrainingcou9645]

Thank you sooo much for sharing your story in detail. Very encouraging! Also, thanks for giving perspective to the CAPM.

[@StarStar-tj6ox]

Thank you for this video! Great share, I can relate to the varied work exp....I think I found what I wanna do. I'm working with a small startup now as an event planner. I think PM is what I wanna grow into.

[@janifotitorrens4738]

Thank you so much for your videos! It is helping me a lot to move forward in my career!

[@Azianiceboy]

Hello Jason, I am currently working at a 120+ person MSP as part of a drastic career change. I have spent over 16+ years in various retail management roles and when given the opportunity to make a career change by a former colleague; I jumped at the opportunity. What you said in this video really rings true, especially the imposter syndrome. I am going through my current role and attempting to not be frustrated day by day, but as a contingency plan, I am glad to know that there are junior roles I can apply my experience to. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@nr6885]

I am trying to return to the field after having been out for (too) many years. Not easy. I went your route and started in a small center-like place and -- got hit by covid. Now I am trying again, -as you mentioned- either to get into a PMO or another smaller company where I can make myself useful. I love project management, love the entire process of helping people deal with the change. I had great teachers, one like you: self-starter who went into IT with zero degrees and made it there to become a great personable PM and mentor. I so hope, things will work out soon. At least, you confirmed my job-search strategy-which is great. Also trying the certification thing to update my knowledge. But I am so ready... Thank you heaps for sharing your experience.

[@mufreddinchoudhury3043]

Great story. You demonstrated grit and resilience. Qualities many people would love to develop.

[@anotherchris4]

Very great to know all of this as I work at a large company and did an interview for a Launch Manager but did not get it as I did not have a list of projects I had done as I have been in a job for the last eight years that is phone support. I am studying to get my PMP by June of 2020. I feel the positions mentioned today will help me as would a smaller company to progress. Project Admin, Project Analyst, or Project Control Officer sounds like a good first step. Thanks for this advice. It is very valuable.

[@nancybautista1797]

You are inspiring me so much. I so badly want to be a PM and eventually build my own company of whatever life takes my interest to. Thank you so much for this information.

[@SgtMajKong]

Jason, Thank you again for the great information. I am making a career change and I will be going with option B. I am a retired Marine and I have been in the information Management industry for two years. During this time i have been apart of mulitple It projects and after watching your video on the traits to have for project management. (sorry i don't remember the title of teh video) I have decided to start a career in PM. Just wanted to help the channel out more by leaving a coment as well. Thanks agian for the information.

[@paulamutesi]

Thank u for this video. I am going for my 1st CAPM course 👍🏽👍🏽

[@kinggamingfire2141]

Thanks a lot to you for giving very useful information to us and sharing your own experiences. It's amazing. 🙏🏻

[@taltezy2941]

Good story. Your story reminds me of myself in how I got started into the Project Management field.

[@StRaWbeRrYsasha]

I loved the video and the insigntful honest material you offered. It will be very useful in my career endeavours.

[@gerardoarias989]

listening to your video inspired me. It didn't discouraged me, but inspired me to take the next step on getting my CAPM. God willing willing I'll have it on 2022 or before. Thank you so much! I can sense your humility and care for others!

[@vedangg]

I cleared it last month, and my advice would be don't take much time for preparation, I mean months and months. I just read and watched videos for 2-3 weeks. I understand everyone takes different amount of preparation but once you get the main idea about CAPM or rather project management, it's not that hard. Spending a year for it will only make you more tensed and lower your confidence.

[@erikt.dantas9451]

Hi Jason, This was a really informative and interesting video to watch, thank you for taking your time and doing this. I strongly believe that option number one is more appealing to me and this is the route that I wanna take to launch my construction management career, and yes I do want to take my CAPM and combine that with my college AS degree in building construction, once again thank you.

[@elyserabb8098]

Very helpful information. I am looking to break into a formal career in PM, and this video provided very good ideas that have sparked inspiration.

[@jihollow]

hey everyone, just starting my project management career after a 13 year of data/business analysis. Just stumbled upon this video series and am really looking forward to it!!! I'll have see how I can find this masterclass

[@amanvermal]

Thanks for the advice, these has been really helpful

[@MDM-JinJoo]

This is great career advice at any transition. Thanks for the advice!

[@obuchovaoffice]

Great food for thought! Thank you!

[@garyfloren2791]

This is actually what I am doing now.... and they re on board with what you are saying...... He just graduated fron Guelph University so they are on the same level as you .... Well done

[@Star-pu7qw]

Hi Jason. Thanks for your time. option B sounds good to me

[@Notepad123]

This is genuine content! Thank you!

[@MahiCDC]

Really insightful video that makes me think in a different way.

[@Itsme_1648]

I’m a technical writer and I’m exploring my options for career paths. Project management seems like something I could possibly get into! Thanks for the information!

[@SBanyo]

Thanks for doing this video, very helpful!

[@ovidiuboghean6852]

Option A: the small company I think is the best to learn by doing not by looking

[@frieshania]

Same here

[@felipeluna.]

Excelent video Jason... it was very informative for my situation

[@zeyeforfashionandbeauty6791]

Thank you so much. Great valuable informations.

[@darza6968]

Really great experience and very motivating thank you

[@harlandelarosa1144]

Thank you for your sharing story. I'm 26 and still don't what career to take. Right now I want to try Junior PM in my current company because I believed that it will help me a lot as a person and employee. I'm afraid that I may not be good at this because like you I'm a shy who didn't like to talk with other people. But as you said I need to do this and broke out my shell.

[@aaronogunjeminiyi6629]

You are really doing great!

[@Nessa20247]

Hello! Very helpful and inspirational video. Thank you for sharing your insights.

[@nick55ification]

you are genuine and awesome man

[@TheWonderingEnglishman]

Some great info and advice

[@gwendolynwest8726]

Great info, thanks for sharing!

[@gailmugo8346]

Thanks a lot. I needed this. It was a very informative video.

[@raj65350]

Agreed with Plan B to understand PM better from the basics.

[@Br4ndonxJx]

Thank you for the info.

[@haureabr]

I really liked your video. I'll watch a few more to learn more. I'm also trying to go from sales into project management. There is so much information when researching that is overwhelming. For me I think option b would work best. I'm going to look into getting the capm certification. Is that a good place to start? Do you recommend any specific course? Thanks,

[@RDAV80]

Option-A sounds like the option Id take. Great video, very helpful. Thank you.

[@kehendeblueartist]

I'm choosing option A! Thanks Jason!!! 👍🏾

[@nileshngangurde]

Great video! Thanks for motivation

[@MrJbrowwn]

I started off with a small company that grew to a large organization. I am seeking a small organization again. I miss the family environment!

[@ilovecheesecake516]

Did the larger company pay more?

[@angie20de06]

Option B - large company. As you said, there's so much knowledge one can get by working with really experienced people. I've started my career as a worksite manager assistant right after college in a multinational company and I see the difference between my behaviour and some of my fellow colleagues that got into smaller/fresher companies. The work environment is usually tougher in large companies, but doesn't that endure you? Anyways, great video, thanks for sharing!

[@nurbekfayziev]

I really liked it, it was very informative! Thanks!!!

[@larakeller8359]

After a professional career of 8+ years in both science and sales and being very confused as to what I could do that involved the thrill of organizing groups to get stuff done, I came across your PM videos. These have seriously hit the nail on the head and really clarified what I need to do, so thank you!

[@PMPerspective]

Awesome! Always happy to recruit new folks into the field. I'm curious, what kind of science were you involved in and what did you sell?

[@larakeller8359]

I work in analytical chemistry. My background has been mostly material science and now recently supervising a lab in the wine industry. I sold laboratory physical sample preparation equipment; Things like precision saws, polishers, automated mills, as well as hardness testers and microscopes. I was actually really good at it but had no life traveling 75% across 6 states. No regrets, just wanting to now put myself into a position where I can love what I do and have a personal life.

[@PMPerspective]

Awesome! PMs come from diverse backgrounds. The best PMs have technical knowledge AND people skills. It's not a job for everyone. I would imagine that you honed your people skills as a salesperson, which is great. I'm going to be honest and say that for a very long time, I was not very good at maintaining a work-life balance. That is a skill I'm working on now. So a shift to PM isn't necessarily a guarantee that you'll get your life back. But, perhaps, achieving that balance is something we can explore together. I plan to focus on balance a lot this year in my content.

[@jamesdix3514]

I'm just so happy to run across this video. I subscribed 1 minute into it.

[@rahelehghasabzadeh9844]

Thanks. Really appreciate your video. I got all my answers. Thanks

[@theehizojiefirm6542]

Really valuable information. Starting out at a small company seems most appealing, gives an opportunity to do more in a short time.

[@asmith7094]

Thank you for your work.

[@gulzhanamir4808]

What if I have an experience being a Project Manager but have no any certificate, do you think it’s still ok to apply for ?

[@anathidlakavu2309]

I'm about to apply for a project manager job and this video gave me enough information and confidence ❤❤❤. Thank you, I'm grateful

[@ahmadnidal8264]

My choice: option (B) For option (A) i think you need a little of luck to find small company with big ambition

[@kuhlbertfritz9446]

Hello. Thank you for making this video. What institution do you recommend for PMP classes on IT?

[@RanjithKumar-cm4tp]

This is the exact strategy i am following right now.

[@daria.b.k]

Thanks a lot for sharing! Your story reinforces me that I am not alone with my zig-zag path and that I am actually doing OK. I think that how I joined a growing company as PM support, did some SW testing then decided I wanna be a PM differs only a tiny bit. Now I have relocated to another country and I am reflecting which way to go next :) I have a question though, when relocating regionally, should I consider this as a step back at the 3rd year of PMing?

[@9birdstyle]

Really good advice. Thank you

[@jessicatavares3305]

Do you recommend any books for people who are interested in starting out?

[@orise5460]

Good resource! At this point in my career, the second option will be a more viable option.

[@angelaleon12]

Great advice!

[@glowbalwellness8399]

Great video. Thanks!

[@rinnastar2950]

I can't acces the website ! I really want to sign up for the pilot program for june 1st!! But i keep getting an ereor error saying the website is unsafe Can anyone help please??

[@hansfrance7243]

Very good informative video. Thank you!

[@sebastianakasebs]

Thank you, I found all this information very valuable

[@krzysztoforlikowski68]

Hi Jason, I'm really encouraged by listening to the story of your career change. I feel like I'm in similar situation as you've been working for a temp agency after losing a well-paid job. For some time I was trying to understand what professional path to choose based on my strengths and what I really enjoy doing. I'm working for a national retail company in the UK and even before getting my current junior manager position in logistics I was drawn to every project dealing with making changes and improving things. I'm extremely passionate about making a difference in that company and bringing to the table my experience and unique perspective. Until watching your first video I wasn't sure if PM would be a good framework to put myself in. After listening to the qualities you believe are essential for the PM role I've decided to do my best to get into that position eventually. I'll try to execute option B in the first place but if my current employer will not be flexible enough then I'm determined to try different one or even try route A (small company). Thank you a lot for your efforts to help people like me and I'm diving into the rest of your youtube content.

[@delphinearinze2958]

Very good. Encouraging way to start

[@user-wm6zg5dn2e]

Thank you so much. what a resourceful video

[@bhikkhubhikkhubhikkhu]

great vid , awesome advice & lovely personality! 10/10

[@pcvlogs_]

Great video...

[@dellkeyur]

I think the first option of getting your self into a small organization and drive your carrier the way you want.. it can be stressful initially but you will learn a lot.. because all off the thing to be managed.. they will have to be managed by you only.. 👍

[@felipeluna.]

I am going to endeavor in the A option, I will give it my best

[@weliketravelsweliketravels7543]

..great insight to my will for a career change to Project management. Both options seem great. I would have preferred starting entry level with a big company, but in my country's economy getting into small companies is more feasible. but whichever what, stepping down to step up is the approach.

[@elebea868]

Great video !

[@parinazkhatib5975]

This is very helpful. Both options sound good to me. I really appreciate it.

[@PMPerspective]

You're very welcome!

[@lionking6622]

سلام خوبی 😃

[@theworldspirit3970]

Really great information for the career change, I am about to move into PMO. I will be giving an interview for this role on 5th December 2019.

[@swirlcrop]

Thanks for the interesting video.

[@jmbgass.3712]

Both options are good but i love the take a step down to take a step up....quite a helpful video.. thanks.

[@klungkity]

thank you sir for your guidance

[@nilkumartalwekar421]

Hey Jason, So I had a quick question if you can suggest me something. I'm graduating in December 2020 with a Supply Chain and MIS double major. I also have a CAPM. I'm looking to break into project management. What do you think will be the best option for me? I'll appreciate your guidance.

[@faridalhadi6528]

I also had a lucrative career in sales, looking for a change. This video helped, thanks.

[@BeautifulNaturalDramatic]

Very helpful and practical information for getting into Project Management 👍

[@abdulqadim6041]

Having just begun my search for a junior role in project management I can firmly say that this video provided some excellent insight into navigating through it all. In respect of the question raised; small company (

[@Escape628]

Great advice . What prior experience have you gained in you career thus far in order to be prepared for the junior role. Or is prior experience unnecessary to get that entry level experience? Thanks