From Marine Corps to Project Management with Russ Parker

Send us Fan MailIn this episode: Could transitioning from a military career to project management be your next strategic move? Join me as I chat with Russ Parker, a retired Marine Corps officer turned project manager and PM trainer. From assisting his wife with PMP certification study sessions to obtaining his own PMP and Risk Management Professional certifications, Russ's journey is both inspiring and informative. With a keen focus on risk management, Russ draws intriguing parallels between his Marine Corps experience and the intricacies of project management. Discover how he skillfully navigates his various roles in the financial technology sector, balancing a full-time job with blogging, consulting, and teaching. As Russ shares his insights, you'll learn about the importance of continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends. With a penchant for integrating AI into his skill set, Russ opens up about how technology has enhanced his expertise beyond his military background. Russ also shares information on the two courses that he taught for PURE Management Alliance. Check out his courses through the link below. Whether you're contemplating a career shift or eager to deepen your understanding of risk management, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. Tune in to explore Russ's multifaceted career path and gain actionable insights that could shape your own project management journey. Favorite Tool: Click-up: https://clickup.com/Links:Connect with Russell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-parker/Russell's Website: https://44riskpm.com/Check out Russell's Pure courses:  https://www.puremanagementalliance.com/#675860291bcaePM-Mastery Links:For a full podcast episode list, visit here: PM-Mastery Podcast Episodes.For a full list of blog posts, go here: PM-Mastery Blog PostsBecome a PURE PM: https://pm-mastery.com/pureCheck out Instructing.com for all your PM course needs: https://www.instructing.com/?ref=bd5e5cGet your free PDU Tracker here: https://pm-mastery.com/resource_links/