We usually wouldn't want our kids to be a professional fighter, go off to war, or be the first to inhabit another planet. But would we want them to be a project manager? Saving Changes...
Michael, I would guess the reasons (some have already mentioned) include the high stress level, potential accountability on critical projects when things go wrong, in most cases it is a thankless job etc. Certainly there are may roles such as consulting or other management positions that pay better and are less stressful. For me personally, it would depend solely on my child's personality and aptitude for project management. If you have an artistic child who hates processes and systems, then I would say no. If you have a kid who likes order and routine, then they may be well suited to project management.
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1 reply by Michael Brian
May 17, 2018 6:21 PM
Michael Brian
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Fair enough -
In my experience my perspective reflects this. . Most high paying jobs or positions where you can make a significant salary (along with increased responsibility) are always going to take on the most stress. From PM work to the medical doctors to law enforcement etc.. In fact, from what I noticed salary wise on job ads for PM work, it's a pretty fruitful position that even surpasses other career areas that have more demand with time/stress or are even dangerous such as LEO.
In today's busy world, we all can agree (at least in the US) that the only way to survive the times of expensive life upkeep is to be part of high demand, high stress positions. Unless you take on more responsibility with more risk, it's very hard to make a decent living and be "comfortable".
Hard work is painful and I'm sure we all have had a pretty fair share of tasting that. Hard work is more painful when you are not compensated enough for the value you give to the market place.
I see PM work as a special variable. Not only is it in high demand, but the compensation is there. If one was to leave behind an intense organizational space where they mainly handle big risk, big scale projects to reduce stress of that responsibility, I am certain they can find a comfortable spot doing the same work on a lower scale with another organization and probably make the same money, if not more.
The skill set that comes from PM development for each individual is extremely valuable to the work space on so many levels.
From negotiation skills to management, teamwork, and communications. PM work is basically every aspect of an organization rolled up in to this individual or a group of individuals to look like corporate super heroes!
I've been working in freight forwarding and logistics supply chain for the past 11 years and am not satisfied with where I am at. I've worked with companies strictly dealing with high end clients regarding famous musicians, handling their shipments to make concert deadlines to clients going to International trade shows. The stress exists on every plane among all types of career fields.
Billion dollar net worth CEOs didn't get to that level by avoiding high stressful positions. I think we best learn under such pressure and it all comes down with how each of us handles or deals with those emotions. There's effective ways to dump stress and not hold it within us or let it dictate who we are. The ego can be our very worst enemy and emotions can land us in trouble.
I appreciate your input and I understand what you're saying. I'd say even in the creative world for creative minds - high stress is inevitable if you wish to reap big rewards as your value in the market increases. From tattoo artists to IT and any form of it.
Michael, I would guess the reasons (some have already mentioned) include the high stress level, potential accountability on critical projects when things go wrong, in most cases it is a thankless job etc. Certainly there are may roles such as consulting or other management positions that pay better and are less stressful. For me personally, it would depend solely on my child's personality and aptitude for project management. If you have an artistic child who hates processes and systems, then I would say no. If you have a kid who likes order and routine, then they may be well suited to project management.
Fair enough -
In my experience my perspective reflects this. . Most high paying jobs or positions where you can make a significant salary (along with increased responsibility) are always going to take on the most stress. From PM work to the medical doctors to law enforcement etc.. In fact, from what I noticed salary wise on job ads for PM work, it's a pretty fruitful position that even surpasses other career areas that have more demand with time/stress or are even dangerous such as LEO.
In today's busy world, we all can agree (at least in the US) that the only way to survive the times of expensive life upkeep is to be part of high demand, high stress positions. Unless you take on more responsibility with more risk, it's very hard to make a decent living and be "comfortable".
Hard work is painful and I'm sure we all have had a pretty fair share of tasting that. Hard work is more painful when you are not compensated enough for the value you give to the market place.
I see PM work as a special variable. Not only is it in high demand, but the compensation is there. If one was to leave behind an intense organizational space where they mainly handle big risk, big scale projects to reduce stress of that responsibility, I am certain they can find a comfortable spot doing the same work on a lower scale with another organization and probably make the same money, if not more.
The skill set that comes from PM development for each individual is extremely valuable to the work space on so many levels.
From negotiation skills to management, teamwork, and communications. PM work is basically every aspect of an organization rolled up in to this individual or a group of individuals to look like corporate super heroes!
I've been working in freight forwarding and logistics supply chain for the past 11 years and am not satisfied with where I am at. I've worked with companies strictly dealing with high end clients regarding famous musicians, handling their shipments to make concert deadlines to clients going to International trade shows. The stress exists on every plane among all types of career fields.
Billion dollar net worth CEOs didn't get to that level by avoiding high stressful positions. I think we best learn under such pressure and it all comes down with how each of us handles or deals with those emotions. There's effective ways to dump stress and not hold it within us or let it dictate who we are. The ego can be our very worst enemy and emotions can land us in trouble.
I appreciate your input and I understand what you're saying. I'd say even in the creative world for creative minds - high stress is inevitable if you wish to reap big rewards as your value in the market increases. From tattoo artists to IT and any form of it.
If my child say he wants to be a project manager , I will encourage him to do it.
It is true that the stress levels in this career are high, but which career does not has that. Saving Changes...
I only want that he will be happy in his work, and perform it with passion. Said that, I will try to teach him project management tools and skills that will be useful in his daily life...for example I will encourage to help at home to create a family budget or plan by himself a vacations road trip...:)
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2 replies by Lavaughn Selvon and Sante Delle-Vergini, PhD
In my experience my perspective reflects this. . Most high paying jobs or positions where you can make a significant salary (along with increased responsibility) are always going to take on the most stress. From PM work to the medical doctors to law enforcement etc.. In fact, from what I noticed salary wise on job ads for PM work, it's a pretty fruitful position that even surpasses other career areas that have more demand with time/stress or are even dangerous such as LEO.
In today's busy world, we all can agree (at least in the US) that the only way to survive the times of expensive life upkeep is to be part of high demand, high stress positions. Unless you take on more responsibility with more risk, it's very hard to make a decent living and be "comfortable".
Hard work is painful and I'm sure we all have had a pretty fair share of tasting that. Hard work is more painful when you are not compensated enough for the value you give to the market place.
I see PM work as a special variable. Not only is it in high demand, but the compensation is there. If one was to leave behind an intense organizational space where they mainly handle big risk, big scale projects to reduce stress of that responsibility, I am certain they can find a comfortable spot doing the same work on a lower scale with another organization and probably make the same money, if not more.
The skill set that comes from PM development for each individual is extremely valuable to the work space on so many levels.
From negotiation skills to management, teamwork, and communications. PM work is basically every aspect of an organization rolled up in to this individual or a group of individuals to look like corporate super heroes!
I've been working in freight forwarding and logistics supply chain for the past 11 years and am not satisfied with where I am at. I've worked with companies strictly dealing with high end clients regarding famous musicians, handling their shipments to make concert deadlines to clients going to International trade shows. The stress exists on every plane among all types of career fields.
Billion dollar net worth CEOs didn't get to that level by avoiding high stressful positions. I think we best learn under such pressure and it all comes down with how each of us handles or deals with those emotions. There's effective ways to dump stress and not hold it within us or let it dictate who we are. The ego can be our very worst enemy and emotions can land us in trouble.
I appreciate your input and I understand what you're saying. I'd say even in the creative world for creative minds - high stress is inevitable if you wish to reap big rewards as your value in the market increases. From tattoo artists to IT and any form of it.
I only want that he will be happy in his work, and perform it with passion. Said that, I will try to teach him project management tools and skills that will be useful in his daily life...for example I will encourage to help at home to create a family budget or plan by himself a vacations road trip...:)
I guess we all tend to give somewhat directions using scattered chart giving the benchmark for median and then telling them these upper limit and lower limit are your red line that's in general life fundamentals as far as PM career that motivation should come from their inner we act as SME to them based on age and experiences and always ready to give advice and consultations.
in other words if they decided to be PM I wont object it, I will provide all my knowledge. Saving Changes...
A project manager, yes - not in the professional sense but a PM to manage the greatest project called LIFE :)
As a career, it is up to the kid. If they choose Project Management, I wouldn't say NO.
Love how you said this: "A project manager, yes - not in the professional sense but a PM to manage the greatest project called LIFE"
My son has expressed interest in IT and while I was studying PM, one day he was peeping into my notes and said that it sounds like some of what he's learning in IT club...seems he's on a project management path. This is an interesting question raised and I'll support my son in whatever he chooses also. Saving Changes...
I only want that he will be happy in his work, and perform it with passion. Said that, I will try to teach him project management tools and skills that will be useful in his daily life...for example I will encourage to help at home to create a family budget or plan by himself a vacations road trip...:)
