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How to Build a Strong Client Pipeline as a Project Manager Turned Independent Contractor Apr 30, 2025

The biggest challenge independent contractors face isn’t talent or experience—it’s consistency. You already have the project management skills, the problem-solving ability, and the strategic mindset t...

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3 Negotiation Strategies Every Project Manager Needs to Secure Higher Rates as an Independent Contractor pricing strategies Apr 23, 2025

One of the biggest mistakes project managers make when transitioning into independent contracting is accepting the first offer without negotiating.

If you’ve spent years in a salaried position, you m...

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The #1 Mistake Project Managers Make When Transitioning to Contracting transition strategies Apr 16, 2025

Most project managers moving into independent contracting start their search the same way they’ve always found work—by scrolling job boards and applying to recruiter listings. It makes sense. That’s h...

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The 6-Month Exit Plan for High-Paid PMs Ready to Contract transition strategies Apr 09, 2025

For years, you followed the corporate path. You earned certifications, led teams, and delivered high-stakes projects. You built a solid reputation as a project manager. But what if the career security...

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How to Market Yourself as a High-Value Independent Contractor branding strategies Apr 02, 2025

If you’ve spent years delivering complex projects, leading cross-functional teams, and juggling timelines, marketing yourself might feel... unnatural. Most senior project managers are comfortable bein...

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The Real Cost of Underpricing Project Management Projects pricing strategies Apr 02, 2025

Most independent contractors have faced this dilemma: You quote a price that feels safe—low enough to secure the client—but as the project progresses, you realize you’ve committed to far more work tha...

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