I am struggling in the PM realm.

4 Comments

1. Robin LampertMarch 22,2024 at 10:17PM UTC

   With both the experience and certifications, it seems like you'd be a good candidate for many PM positions. Unfortunately many resume weeders don't seem to recognize that. It's hard to know what will work for you, I'd suggest

   (1) networking to get around the resume weeders. Is there a PM or PMI group in your area?

   (2) Adjust your resume to focus on the years of experience. I've gotten differing advice about using unofficial job title, but even if Project Manager wasn't the official title, use it to start a bullet point. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) make it harder to re-arrange your resume to put your certifications and experience ahead of your 2-year degree.

   Unfortunately, you're probably also experiencing some age discrimination. While you want to make it clear you have years of experience, you need to be careful about how many years you show on your resume. :-(

   Here are some other resume suggestions: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/automated-screening-resume

   Good luck!

2. AnonymousMarch 25,2024 at 2:52PM UTC

   Thanks Robin, I actually sit on the board as the VP of Operations of our PMI Chapter in my area and belong to 3 other chapters within the state. I'll review the resume again, AI is our best friend and worst enemy at this point with algorithms weeding through our resumes. It really does cause massive bias.

3. Robin LampertMarch 28,2024 at 12:13AM UTC

   I hope you already have that board position on your resume.

   You sound amazingly qualified for a good position, and I hope you get one soon.

4. AnonymousApril 29,2024 at 4:21PM UTC

   I went back and got an MBA through WGU (Western Governors University) at 57. https://www.wgu.edu/. It has accelerated courses to you can complete the degree faster. It also is good about credit transfer. Hope this helps.