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The Retro: How to Transition into a Project Management Role

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Breaking into project management can feel overwhelming, but the biggest challenge isn’t lack of experience—it’s learning to translate your skills effectively.

In this episode, host Kelsey Alpaio speaks with Ogaga Johnson, founder and CEO of Verisult, about how professionals can position themselves for their first PM role. Ogaga emphasizes the importance of a strategic job search, focusing on industries where your background provides a natural entry point. Whether you’re transitioning careers or formalizing your PM skills, this episode provides actionable steps to land your first role.

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Chapters

1. The Retro: How to Transition into a Project Management Role (00:00:00)

2. Meet Ogaga Johnson (00:00:59)

3. Challenges in Landing Your First PM Role (00:01:50)

4. Highlighting Key Skills on Your Resume (00:02:56)

5. Targeting the Right Industries (00:06:45)

6. Essential Project Management Skills (00:08:25)

7. Building Confidence in Your PM Skills (00:10:57)

8. Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them (00:14:50)

9. Dealing with Rejection (00:18:04)

10. First Steps to Start Your PM Career (00:19:20)

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