Whether Esri technical certifications, GISP designation, or other relevant credentials, professional certifications can play an important role in career development. Each certification journey comes with its own challenges and rewards. For some, certifications validate existing expertise. For others, they can represent the development of new capabilities.
Have you pursued GIS certifications or professional credentials? If so, tell us about your experience. What motivated you to pursue it (or them)? How did you prepare? What impact has it had on your career?
If, on the other hand, you're currently working toward a certification, share where you are in the process! And if you've been considering one but haven't started yet, talk about what's holding you back and feel encouraged to ask the community of users for advice.
