After leaving, I realized that a diploma alone was not enough. Interviews often asked about current skills and confirmed qualifications. I started digging around for where to go next — and came across this article achievable.me. It clearly describes how professional certifications help a career and which of them actually give a return (and not just a piece of paper for the sake of LinkedIn). I started considering PMP and Data Analytics certification. I have already signed up for a course and feel much more confident. If you are also at a crossroads — I advise you to read it. Unlike most motivational articles — everything here is to the point.