Transition to Software Account Executive or Project Management

Published on 10/12/2025 Hiring & Talent Acquisition Insights

The original poster (OP), despite a coding bootcamp certificate, struggled to land a web dev job. However, their remote work experience and background as a Private Investigator (PI) suggest strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Many comments in the thread highlight roles like 'Account Executive selling software' and 'Project Manager' as paths to $75K+ without a traditional degree, often leveraging experience and transferable skills. An Account Executive role aligns with remote work, utilizes communication and problem-solving, and offers commission potential. Project Management also leverages organizational and analytical skills, with certifications like CAPM as a starting point. Leveraging the PI background for roles requiring investigation or compliance could also be explored.