J.D. Meier is hosting a couple of introductory articles on Lean software development on his Shaping Software blog. I admire J.D. not only for his prodigious writing and encyclopedic knowledge, but also for his insatiable curiosity and practical wisdom. A true methodologist.
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Sebastiano | 07-Jul-09 at 8:19 am | Permalink
Hello
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I exploit this short post to write another question, I hope you don’t mind it.
It’s a while I’m wondering if a Project Manager, to be considered a real project manager, must have a degree or a sort of certification.
I’m not just talking under a company point of view, I can understand that in that case a degree or certification would be much better. Instead I’d like to know if you think that an accademic background makes the difference or “on-field” experience and strong leadership as well as many other necessary skills are enough to be a succesful and effective PM (expecially for the agile PM).
Corey Ladas | 07-Jul-09 at 12:52 pm | Permalink
Real experience delivering projects beats any credentials. I’ve worked with brilliant high-school dropouts and idiot PhD’s. After experience I might rank intrinsic motivation. Some people feel compelled to make things and share knowledge regardless of pay. Those are the best people to have around if you can keep their attention. There are many good reasons to pursue a college degree, especially if you bring the right attitude to it–openness to a broad education and new experience. I have a low opinion of certifications in any form.