From Self-Doubt to PM Leadership: Julia Kranjac’s Journey Behind the Scenes

Ever wonder what it really takes to go from managing projects to managing people—and thriving while doing it? In this raw and honest episode of PM Therapy, Julia Kranjac takes us through the messy middle of career pivots, self-doubt, and leadership at the highest level. From recruiting to PM to leading teams at Shopify, she’s seen it all—and she’s here to share the lessons that don’t make it into job descriptions or LinkedIn posts.This conversation is a lifeline for any aspiring or current PM dealing with imposter syndrome, burnout, or the pressure to have all the answers. Julia gets real about what it’s like to be the person everyone turns to during chaos, how she unlearned what made her successful as a PM to grow as a leader, and why emotional resilience is the skill no one talks about—but everyone needs. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re cut out for leadership, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and you’re probably more ready than you think.🎯 What You'll Learn in This Series:• How to navigate the pivot from PM to PM leadership• What unlearning looks like when stepping into a leadership role• Real strategies for managing impostor syndrome in high-stakes environments• The emotional weight of leadership—and how to carry it with support• Why failure might be the most powerful teacher on your pathand so much more!📉 Need help landing a 100-300K PM role? Book a free strategy call with us!Join our coaching program and get personalized support to achieve your PM goals! Book a call through our coaching waitlist today: ⁠https://tally.so/r/3la956👧 Keep up with Julia on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-kranjac-pmp-5817972/🚀 Check us out on your other favorite platforms!• Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/6kuSAv0ItNewDqAh64PTph?si=AyjVp9OZR9yURtUEiu80Vw⁠• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pmtherapypod⁠• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pmtherapypod⁠• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmtherapypod/🤓 Want to join live for the next episode? Follow Mukhtar on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/comm/mynetwork/discovery-see-all?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=m-kadir❤️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on project management, PM leadership development, and career growth!#projectmanagement #leadershipjourney #pmleadership #impostorsyndrome #careertransition #mentalhealthintech