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Joshua Welborn Ashland, Oh, United States
After I get my CAPM I am planning on being a freelance Project Manager. How viable is the idea of starting a Project Management company? I would appreciate thoughts and insights.
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Kiron Bondale Retired | Mentor| Retired Welland, Ontario, Canada
Joshua -

Is there a market for freelance PMs? Absolutely. However, being successful at it really comes down to the quality of your network and the depth and breadth of your experience.

You may find it easier to join a PM consulting boutique firm first and then go out on your own once you have sufficient connections and experience.

I'd also suggest that either within a boutique firm or as a solo practitioner, you will need to get a more advanced credential such as the PMP.

Kiron
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Aug 17, 2025 9:08 AM
Joshua Welborn
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Hey Kiron,
Thanks for your response and insights. I plan on getting my PMP, Construction, Agile, and Scrum Master Credentials in time.



I was just thinking about branching out part-time while I still work my full-time job. Until the PM work brings in more money than my current job.
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Joshua Welborn Ashland, Oh, United States
Aug 17, 2025 7:36 AM
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Joshua -

Is there a market for freelance PMs? Absolutely. However, being successful at it really comes down to the quality of your network and the depth and breadth of your experience.

You may find it easier to join a PM consulting boutique firm first and then go out on your own once you have sufficient connections and experience.

I'd also suggest that either within a boutique firm or as a solo practitioner, you will need to get a more advanced credential such as the PMP.

Kiron

Hey Kiron,
Thanks for your response and insights. I plan on getting my PMP, Construction, Agile, and Scrum Master Credentials in time.



I was just thinking about branching out part-time while I still work my full-time job. Until the PM work brings in more money than my current job.

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