Why am I working for my certification? I’m doing it for myself. I spent eighteen years as a wife and mother, many of those while my first husband was in the Navy. I had a few temporary admin jobs here and there while he was out to sea but I primarily devoted myself to my family. Once I was divorced I needed a job so I worked my way up from part time receptionist to an admin role. Twice. It hasn’t been easy! The company I am with now values my contributions and it was not until I landed here that I realized that I have much more than just a job. I have a career. A career that I am proud of and work that I am proud of. My children are grown now and I wanted to take this year and really reach to see how far I could push myself. I wanted to move out of my comfort zone and expand my education. I signed up for a local conference with IAAP and decided to strive toward my certification. I’m doing this for myself, for my own growth. I am scared and overwhelmed. I can’t count how many times over the last week I’ve asked myself “what the HELL did I get myself into?!” I am full of self-doubt, the imposter syndrome is strong. But all I can do is take one day at a time and try to do my best work. I know there is a great group involved in Marie’s study group who have ALREADY been supportive and helpful. We share a bond now and we will get each other through the next few months!

Best of luck in your certification endeavors

Best wishes on your CAP certification journey.

Congratulations on taking this next step in your personal and professional development! Doing this for yourself is a great reason for taking the exam. Best wishes with your studies!

Studying for the CAP too! Excited for you! You can do this!

Congratulations for taking the next step toward your CAP certification! I am right there with you...... I have faith we will come out on the other side of this victoriously. Stay encouraged, we got this!

Proud of you. As a person from many members in my family in military, including my husband, it is not easy and you are usually last on the list. Doing for your self is a much needed skill we tend to lose! I am studying for the Fall 2020 exam too and I know you will do great! Set your sights and let nothing stop you!!!