“When I got serious about finding a job, I called my contacts to find out where they struggled most. I learned they needed project managers for software development. I had no project management experience, so I took a few crash courses. Then I posted ads on Craigslist to do small jobs. I asked for a $50 flat fee and a letter of reference (if they liked my work). In just one month, I had reinvented myself.”

Thanks for the inspiration, Barry!