The document discusses venue set up and provides that it is ideal for special events, meetings, conferences, and seminars. It suggests the venue is well suited to host a variety of professional gatherings and celebrations.
This document provides classifications and examples of various alcoholic beverages. It describes brandy as a spirit produced from distilled wine that is aged in wooden casks and typically taken as an after-dinner drink. Rum is distilled from sugarcane and aged in oak barrels, with the largest production in the Caribbean and Latin America. Vodka is a distilled spirit made from fermented grains, potatoes, or fruits that is commonly used in mixed drinks. Gin is derived from juniper berries and became popular in Britain in the 18th century. Tequila is made from blue agave plants, primarily in Jalisco, Mexico. Liqueurs are sweet, lower alcohol spirits flavored with fruits, herbs, or
Planning is defined as thinking in advance about what needs to be done, when, how, and by whom. Planning bridges the gap between the present and desired future state. Planning has several key characteristics: it is goal-oriented, primary function of management, continuous, forward-looking, and involves decision making. Effective planning provides direction, reduces risks and uncertainties, encourages innovation, and guides decision making. Planning a field trip involves preliminary planning by the teacher, pre-planning with others attending, and taking the field trip according to the schedule and objectives. The trip is then evaluated based on whether objectives were achieved and lessons learned.
Beef has become leaner over time due to genetic changes and improved production practices. There are 29 beef cuts that are considered lean, containing less than 10g of fat and 4.5g of saturated fat. Producers often administer growth promotants to cattle to help them build more muscle and produce leaner beef. These pellets dissolve safely as the treatment is completed. While BSE (mad cow disease) does exist, the risk to consumers is extremely low due to strict controls including a ban on ruminant-derived feed and removal of central nervous system tissues from cattle.
A field trip is an educational activity that takes students on an excursion outside of the classroom to observe places, objects, phenomena, and processes in their natural settings. The purposes of field trips are to provide real-life learning experiences to supplement classroom instruction, verify information, and develop students' observation skills, attitudes, and specific skills. When planning a field trip, teachers should identify clear educational objectives, arrange transportation and permission slips, assign roles and responsibilities, and plan pre- and post-trip learning activities. Field trips can enrich learning but require careful planning and consideration of costs and safety issues.
This document provides information on travel documents required for international travel such as passports, visas, health documents, airport tax, customs regulations, and currency regulations. It discusses what a passport is, the different types of passports and their details. It also explains what a visa is and the different types of visas. It provides information on health documents required for yellow fever and cholera vaccinations. It discusses airport tax requirements, currency import and export rules, customs allowances, and the importance of travel insurance.
Meaning and Importance of Tourism-PT1.pdfssuseracd7e6
This document defines tourism and related terms. Tourism is defined as temporary travel and stay by non-residents for non-work purposes. A tourist stays at least 24 hours while an excursionist stays less. Tourism has five main characteristics: it involves travel and stay, is temporary, is for non-work purposes, and involves destinations outside the home. The tourist product consists of what tourists do and services used during their stay, and is characterized as intangible, involving trust, and varying in quality.
This document provides information on sea survival training. The objectives are to define sea survival, identify survival hazards and equipment, and execute survival techniques. The aims are to train offshore workers to deal with emergencies and demonstrate competence with life saving equipment. It discusses sea survival, sample accidents, emergency categories, offshore accident types, survival factors like knowledge, equipment and will to be rescued. It details knowledge aspects like muster points and safety procedures. Equipment covered includes lifebuoys, lifejackets, life rafts, lifeboats. Escape options and hazards are outlined. Survival techniques such as preparation, location, protection, water, food and rescue are summarized.
Fusion cooking involves combining ingredients and cooking techniques from different cuisines to create new dishes. It is most commonly seen in Asian fusion, which blends Asian and European styles. Good fusion cuisine combines elements from multiple cultures seamlessly into a fresh, cohesive dish, while confusion cuisine throws ingredients together without regard for how they complement each other. Fusion can occur at the sub-regional, regional, continental, or international level by blending cuisines from different locations within or across cultural regions. The trend toward healthier lifestyles has increased interest in fusion's blending of nutrition from various traditions.
This document provides classifications and examples of various alcoholic beverages. It describes brandy as a spirit produced from distilled wine that is aged in wooden casks and typically taken as an after-dinner drink. Rum is distilled from sugarcane and aged in oak barrels, with the largest production in the Caribbean and Latin America. Vodka is a distilled spirit made from fermented grains, potatoes, or fruits that is commonly used in mixed drinks. Gin is derived from juniper berries and became popular in Britain in the 18th century. Tequila is made from blue agave plants, primarily in Jalisco, Mexico. Liqueurs are sweet, lower alcohol spirits flavored with fruits, herbs, or
Planning is defined as thinking in advance about what needs to be done, when, how, and by whom. Planning bridges the gap between the present and desired future state. Planning has several key characteristics: it is goal-oriented, primary function of management, continuous, forward-looking, and involves decision making. Effective planning provides direction, reduces risks and uncertainties, encourages innovation, and guides decision making. Planning a field trip involves preliminary planning by the teacher, pre-planning with others attending, and taking the field trip according to the schedule and objectives. The trip is then evaluated based on whether objectives were achieved and lessons learned.
Beef has become leaner over time due to genetic changes and improved production practices. There are 29 beef cuts that are considered lean, containing less than 10g of fat and 4.5g of saturated fat. Producers often administer growth promotants to cattle to help them build more muscle and produce leaner beef. These pellets dissolve safely as the treatment is completed. While BSE (mad cow disease) does exist, the risk to consumers is extremely low due to strict controls including a ban on ruminant-derived feed and removal of central nervous system tissues from cattle.
A field trip is an educational activity that takes students on an excursion outside of the classroom to observe places, objects, phenomena, and processes in their natural settings. The purposes of field trips are to provide real-life learning experiences to supplement classroom instruction, verify information, and develop students' observation skills, attitudes, and specific skills. When planning a field trip, teachers should identify clear educational objectives, arrange transportation and permission slips, assign roles and responsibilities, and plan pre- and post-trip learning activities. Field trips can enrich learning but require careful planning and consideration of costs and safety issues.
This document provides information on travel documents required for international travel such as passports, visas, health documents, airport tax, customs regulations, and currency regulations. It discusses what a passport is, the different types of passports and their details. It also explains what a visa is and the different types of visas. It provides information on health documents required for yellow fever and cholera vaccinations. It discusses airport tax requirements, currency import and export rules, customs allowances, and the importance of travel insurance.
Meaning and Importance of Tourism-PT1.pdfssuseracd7e6
This document defines tourism and related terms. Tourism is defined as temporary travel and stay by non-residents for non-work purposes. A tourist stays at least 24 hours while an excursionist stays less. Tourism has five main characteristics: it involves travel and stay, is temporary, is for non-work purposes, and involves destinations outside the home. The tourist product consists of what tourists do and services used during their stay, and is characterized as intangible, involving trust, and varying in quality.
This document provides information on sea survival training. The objectives are to define sea survival, identify survival hazards and equipment, and execute survival techniques. The aims are to train offshore workers to deal with emergencies and demonstrate competence with life saving equipment. It discusses sea survival, sample accidents, emergency categories, offshore accident types, survival factors like knowledge, equipment and will to be rescued. It details knowledge aspects like muster points and safety procedures. Equipment covered includes lifebuoys, lifejackets, life rafts, lifeboats. Escape options and hazards are outlined. Survival techniques such as preparation, location, protection, water, food and rescue are summarized.
Fusion cooking involves combining ingredients and cooking techniques from different cuisines to create new dishes. It is most commonly seen in Asian fusion, which blends Asian and European styles. Good fusion cuisine combines elements from multiple cultures seamlessly into a fresh, cohesive dish, while confusion cuisine throws ingredients together without regard for how they complement each other. Fusion can occur at the sub-regional, regional, continental, or international level by blending cuisines from different locations within or across cultural regions. The trend toward healthier lifestyles has increased interest in fusion's blending of nutrition from various traditions.
CRS stands for Computer Reservation System and GDS stands for Global Distribution System. CRS is a computerized system originally designed by airlines to store and retrieve information and conduct transactions related to air travel and other activities. GDS is a worldwide computer reservation network that acts as a single point of access for reserving airline seats, hotels, rental cars, and other travel items through travel agents, websites, and large corporations. The major GDS providers are Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, and Worldspan, which are owned by airlines, hotels, and car rental companies. While CRS and GDS have similar functions, GDS allows reserving all travel items and accessing more providers, like rail and bus. C
This document discusses different types of fish and seafood. It describes how fish are classified based on their habitat, physical shape, and flesh type. It provides details on the structure of round fish and flat fish, including their body shape, fin placement, and eye positioning. It also discusses freshwater fish that live in rivers and lakes versus saltwater fish that live in the ocean, and provides examples of each type.
Cake decoration involves using icings, frostings, and other edible decorations to improve a cake's appearance and flavor longevity. Common cake decorating techniques include buttercream frosting, royal icing, marzipan, sugar paste, flower paste, glace icing, ganache, and fondant. Basic decorating tools include cake pans, parchment paper, knives, boards, spatulas, and fondant tools. Proper storage after decorating, like sealing with buttercream or fondant and refrigerating, helps keep cakes fresh longer.
Beef comes from cattle and can be prepared in various ways like steak or ground in hamburgers. Cattle are sent to packing plants around 18-22 months old where they are examined, humanely slaughtered, and processed under federal inspection. USDA inspectors oversee operations and grade cuts of beef based on factors like marbling and maturity. Higher grades like Prime have more marbling while Select has less. Steaks from tender cuts like the rib and loin are best cooked quickly with high heat to medium-rare, while tougher cuts like chuck are cooked longer with moist heat. Ground beef must be cooked to 160°F.
This document discusses front office accounting procedures at hotels. It covers topics like accounting fundamentals, creation and maintenance of guest and non-guest accounts, tracking transactions through folios and vouchers, and types of front office transactions including cash payments, charge purchases, account corrections, and allowances. The goal is to accurately record all financial transactions affecting guest accounts in order to settle balances. Automated systems help streamline this process by electronically linking reservations to guest folios and posting point-of-sale charges.
The document discusses diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities (PWD) in the workplace. It begins by defining key concepts like disability, diversity, and inclusion. It then discusses the current reality of PWD employment which finds representation remains low across all employment levels, with discrimination and lack of accommodations cited as causes. Recommendations are provided for improving recruitment, selection, and workplace inclusion of PWD through practices like reasonable accommodation, disability-friendly policies, and training on interacting with PWD.
Beef comes from cattle and can be prepared in various ways like steak or ground in hamburgers. Cattle are sent to packing plants around 18-22 months old where they are examined, humanely slaughtered, and inspected. USDA inspectors oversee processing to ensure safety. Beef is graded based on age, marbling, and quality into Prime, Choice, Select, or Standard. Aging beef for 10-12 days enhances tenderness. Rib and loin cuts are more tender while chuck and round need lower heat and longer cooking. Steak and roasts must reach 145°F while ground beef must reach 160°F. Marinades can tenderize but only penetrate surface-level.
This document discusses various forms of discrimination that can occur in the workplace including discrimination based on race, gender, appearance, and caste. Racial discrimination refers to treating someone unfavorably because of their race or ethnicity. Gender discrimination involves unequal treatment of people based on their gender, such as common discrimination against females. Appearance discrimination is judging someone negatively due to physical attributes outside their control. Caste discrimination remains an issue in India where social hierarchies can limit opportunities based on caste. The document provides examples and definitions for these different types of potential workplace discrimination.
This document discusses the ethnic and global influences on Singapore's food culture. It describes the traditional foods and culinary practices of the main ethnic groups in Singapore - Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian - as well as other Asian cuisines like Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese that have influenced Singapore cuisine. It also discusses how globalization has led to the rise of Western and fusion foods in Singapore. Key dishes mentioned include chicken rice, chili crab, fish head curry and laksa.
An event is a public assembly for purposes such as celebration, education, or marketing. There are four main types of events: leisure events which include entertainment activities; cultural events like festivals; organizational events like trade shows; and personal events like weddings. Key steps in event management include assessing feasibility, timing, finance, and marketing. The 5Cs model outlines conceptualizing an idea, costing, canvassing for support, customizing based on objectives, and carrying out the event as planned.
This document discusses various forms of discrimination that can occur in the workplace, including discrimination based on race, gender, appearance, and caste. Racial discrimination refers to treating someone unfavorably because of their race or ethnicity. Gender discrimination involves unequal treatment of people based on their gender, such as common discrimination against females. Appearance discrimination judges people based on physical attributes. Caste discrimination is rooted in India's social hierarchy and still impacts people's lives and opportunities. The document provides examples and definitions of these different types of illegal workplace discrimination.
Pork is meat from domestic pigs that is widely consumed around the world. It is commonly eaten fresh but can also be preserved through curing, smoking, or other processes to make products like ham, bacon, and sausage. China is currently the world's largest consumer of pork. The pig provides many different cuts of meat, with popular parts including the loin, belly, shoulder, and legs. Proper cooking and storage are important to ensure pork is safe to eat.
Cakes have symbolic meanings in different cultures. Romans saw cakes as symbols of fertility and offered them to gods. In France, croquembouche is a traditional wedding cake, while buche de noel is a Christmas roll cake shaped like a log. Cakes are categorized as gateaus, which have three layers, or tortes, which have two layers. Each cake layer contains cake base, sugar syrup, and icing or filling. The document provides guidelines for making cakes, such as creaming butter and sugar and properly baking and cooling the cake.
This document outlines the different types of organized recreation and the need for professional leadership in the recreation field. It discusses 8 types of organized recreation including government agencies, non-profit organizations, private clubs, commercial businesses, employee programs, armed forces, campus recreation, and therapeutic services. It also covers sports and tourism as major recreation components. The document emphasizes that recreation leadership requires specialized training to effectively plan and achieve goals. It traces the emergence of recreation as a professional career field and highlights challenges for the future, such as serving diverse groups and promoting the benefits of recreation.
This document discusses various cooking methods including moist methods like boiling, simmering, poaching, stewing, steaming, pressure cooking, and blanching. It explains the process involved in each method, advantages, and disadvantages. Some key points made are that boiling is the simplest method but can cause nutrient loss, simmering prevents scorching but takes more time, steaming avoids leaching but flavors are more subtle. Pressure cooking drastically reduces cooking time. Overall the document provides an overview of common cooking techniques.
This document provides an introduction and overview of cruise ships. It discusses the history of cruise ships beginning in the 1800s. It also discusses how cruise ships have evolved into floating resorts that offer amenities and activities comparable to land-based resorts. The document further outlines the typical facilities and areas found on a modern cruise ship, such as staterooms, dining areas, pools, casinos, spas, and shops. It also provides classifications for cruise ships based on size and passenger capacity.
Technology can be used for formative and summative assessment in the classroom. Formative assessment tools include games, videos, quizzes and polls that provide real-time feedback to help identify gaps and improve learning. Summative assessment tools allow students to create projects like e-portfolios, websites, presentations and podcasts to demonstrate their understanding. Teachers have many online options for formative and summative assessments to engage students and evaluate comprehension.
Dramatization, chamber theatre, and audio-video presentations are effective literary teaching methods. Dramatization engages students actively in the learning process and fosters linguistic skills through meaningful contexts. Chamber theatre adapts literary works for staged performance using original text. Audio-video presentation pays attention to the audio and visual elements to improve comprehension, with equipment like props, costumes, lights and sounds. These methods help students develop skills like problem-solving, storytelling, characterization and making connections between personal experience and the literature.
We recently hosted the much-anticipated Community Skill Builders Workshop during our June online meeting. This event was a culmination of six months of listening to your feedback and crafting solutions to better support your PMI journey. Here’s a look back at what happened and the exciting developments that emerged from our collaborative efforts.
A Gathering of Minds
We were thrilled to see a diverse group of attendees, including local certified PMI trainers and both new and experienced members eager to contribute their perspectives. The workshop was structured into three dynamic discussion sessions, each led by our dedicated membership advocates.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The insights and feedback gathered from these discussions were invaluable. Here are some of the key takeaways and the steps we are taking to address them:
• Enhanced Resource Accessibility: We are working on a new, user-friendly resource page that will make it easier for members to access training materials and real-world application guides.
• Structured Mentorship Program: Plans are underway to launch a mentorship program that will connect members with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
• Increased Networking Opportunities: Expect to see more frequent and varied networking events, both virtual and in-person, to help you build connections and foster a sense of community.
Moving Forward
We are committed to turning your feedback into actionable solutions that enhance your PMI journey. This workshop was just the beginning. By actively participating and sharing your experiences, you have helped shape the future of our Chapter’s offerings.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the Community Skill Builders Workshop. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what make our Chapter strong and vibrant. Stay tuned for updates on the new initiatives and opportunities to get involved. Together, we are building a community that supports and empowers each other on our PMI journeys.
Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s continue to grow together!
About PMI Silver Spring Chapter
We are a branch of the Project Management Institute. We offer a platform for project management professionals in Silver Spring, MD, and the DC/Baltimore metro area. Monthly meetings facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, and professional development. For more, visit pmissc.org.
Learnings from Successful Jobs SearchersBruce Bennett
Are you interested to know what actions help in a job search? This webinar is the summary of several individuals who discussed their job search journey for others to follow. You will learn there are common actions that helped them succeed in their quest for gainful employment.
CRS stands for Computer Reservation System and GDS stands for Global Distribution System. CRS is a computerized system originally designed by airlines to store and retrieve information and conduct transactions related to air travel and other activities. GDS is a worldwide computer reservation network that acts as a single point of access for reserving airline seats, hotels, rental cars, and other travel items through travel agents, websites, and large corporations. The major GDS providers are Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, and Worldspan, which are owned by airlines, hotels, and car rental companies. While CRS and GDS have similar functions, GDS allows reserving all travel items and accessing more providers, like rail and bus. C
This document discusses different types of fish and seafood. It describes how fish are classified based on their habitat, physical shape, and flesh type. It provides details on the structure of round fish and flat fish, including their body shape, fin placement, and eye positioning. It also discusses freshwater fish that live in rivers and lakes versus saltwater fish that live in the ocean, and provides examples of each type.
Cake decoration involves using icings, frostings, and other edible decorations to improve a cake's appearance and flavor longevity. Common cake decorating techniques include buttercream frosting, royal icing, marzipan, sugar paste, flower paste, glace icing, ganache, and fondant. Basic decorating tools include cake pans, parchment paper, knives, boards, spatulas, and fondant tools. Proper storage after decorating, like sealing with buttercream or fondant and refrigerating, helps keep cakes fresh longer.
Beef comes from cattle and can be prepared in various ways like steak or ground in hamburgers. Cattle are sent to packing plants around 18-22 months old where they are examined, humanely slaughtered, and processed under federal inspection. USDA inspectors oversee operations and grade cuts of beef based on factors like marbling and maturity. Higher grades like Prime have more marbling while Select has less. Steaks from tender cuts like the rib and loin are best cooked quickly with high heat to medium-rare, while tougher cuts like chuck are cooked longer with moist heat. Ground beef must be cooked to 160°F.
This document discusses front office accounting procedures at hotels. It covers topics like accounting fundamentals, creation and maintenance of guest and non-guest accounts, tracking transactions through folios and vouchers, and types of front office transactions including cash payments, charge purchases, account corrections, and allowances. The goal is to accurately record all financial transactions affecting guest accounts in order to settle balances. Automated systems help streamline this process by electronically linking reservations to guest folios and posting point-of-sale charges.
The document discusses diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities (PWD) in the workplace. It begins by defining key concepts like disability, diversity, and inclusion. It then discusses the current reality of PWD employment which finds representation remains low across all employment levels, with discrimination and lack of accommodations cited as causes. Recommendations are provided for improving recruitment, selection, and workplace inclusion of PWD through practices like reasonable accommodation, disability-friendly policies, and training on interacting with PWD.
Beef comes from cattle and can be prepared in various ways like steak or ground in hamburgers. Cattle are sent to packing plants around 18-22 months old where they are examined, humanely slaughtered, and inspected. USDA inspectors oversee processing to ensure safety. Beef is graded based on age, marbling, and quality into Prime, Choice, Select, or Standard. Aging beef for 10-12 days enhances tenderness. Rib and loin cuts are more tender while chuck and round need lower heat and longer cooking. Steak and roasts must reach 145°F while ground beef must reach 160°F. Marinades can tenderize but only penetrate surface-level.
This document discusses various forms of discrimination that can occur in the workplace including discrimination based on race, gender, appearance, and caste. Racial discrimination refers to treating someone unfavorably because of their race or ethnicity. Gender discrimination involves unequal treatment of people based on their gender, such as common discrimination against females. Appearance discrimination is judging someone negatively due to physical attributes outside their control. Caste discrimination remains an issue in India where social hierarchies can limit opportunities based on caste. The document provides examples and definitions for these different types of potential workplace discrimination.
This document discusses the ethnic and global influences on Singapore's food culture. It describes the traditional foods and culinary practices of the main ethnic groups in Singapore - Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian - as well as other Asian cuisines like Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese that have influenced Singapore cuisine. It also discusses how globalization has led to the rise of Western and fusion foods in Singapore. Key dishes mentioned include chicken rice, chili crab, fish head curry and laksa.
An event is a public assembly for purposes such as celebration, education, or marketing. There are four main types of events: leisure events which include entertainment activities; cultural events like festivals; organizational events like trade shows; and personal events like weddings. Key steps in event management include assessing feasibility, timing, finance, and marketing. The 5Cs model outlines conceptualizing an idea, costing, canvassing for support, customizing based on objectives, and carrying out the event as planned.
This document discusses various forms of discrimination that can occur in the workplace, including discrimination based on race, gender, appearance, and caste. Racial discrimination refers to treating someone unfavorably because of their race or ethnicity. Gender discrimination involves unequal treatment of people based on their gender, such as common discrimination against females. Appearance discrimination judges people based on physical attributes. Caste discrimination is rooted in India's social hierarchy and still impacts people's lives and opportunities. The document provides examples and definitions of these different types of illegal workplace discrimination.
Pork is meat from domestic pigs that is widely consumed around the world. It is commonly eaten fresh but can also be preserved through curing, smoking, or other processes to make products like ham, bacon, and sausage. China is currently the world's largest consumer of pork. The pig provides many different cuts of meat, with popular parts including the loin, belly, shoulder, and legs. Proper cooking and storage are important to ensure pork is safe to eat.
Cakes have symbolic meanings in different cultures. Romans saw cakes as symbols of fertility and offered them to gods. In France, croquembouche is a traditional wedding cake, while buche de noel is a Christmas roll cake shaped like a log. Cakes are categorized as gateaus, which have three layers, or tortes, which have two layers. Each cake layer contains cake base, sugar syrup, and icing or filling. The document provides guidelines for making cakes, such as creaming butter and sugar and properly baking and cooling the cake.
This document outlines the different types of organized recreation and the need for professional leadership in the recreation field. It discusses 8 types of organized recreation including government agencies, non-profit organizations, private clubs, commercial businesses, employee programs, armed forces, campus recreation, and therapeutic services. It also covers sports and tourism as major recreation components. The document emphasizes that recreation leadership requires specialized training to effectively plan and achieve goals. It traces the emergence of recreation as a professional career field and highlights challenges for the future, such as serving diverse groups and promoting the benefits of recreation.
This document discusses various cooking methods including moist methods like boiling, simmering, poaching, stewing, steaming, pressure cooking, and blanching. It explains the process involved in each method, advantages, and disadvantages. Some key points made are that boiling is the simplest method but can cause nutrient loss, simmering prevents scorching but takes more time, steaming avoids leaching but flavors are more subtle. Pressure cooking drastically reduces cooking time. Overall the document provides an overview of common cooking techniques.
This document provides an introduction and overview of cruise ships. It discusses the history of cruise ships beginning in the 1800s. It also discusses how cruise ships have evolved into floating resorts that offer amenities and activities comparable to land-based resorts. The document further outlines the typical facilities and areas found on a modern cruise ship, such as staterooms, dining areas, pools, casinos, spas, and shops. It also provides classifications for cruise ships based on size and passenger capacity.
Technology can be used for formative and summative assessment in the classroom. Formative assessment tools include games, videos, quizzes and polls that provide real-time feedback to help identify gaps and improve learning. Summative assessment tools allow students to create projects like e-portfolios, websites, presentations and podcasts to demonstrate their understanding. Teachers have many online options for formative and summative assessments to engage students and evaluate comprehension.
Dramatization, chamber theatre, and audio-video presentations are effective literary teaching methods. Dramatization engages students actively in the learning process and fosters linguistic skills through meaningful contexts. Chamber theatre adapts literary works for staged performance using original text. Audio-video presentation pays attention to the audio and visual elements to improve comprehension, with equipment like props, costumes, lights and sounds. These methods help students develop skills like problem-solving, storytelling, characterization and making connections between personal experience and the literature.
We recently hosted the much-anticipated Community Skill Builders Workshop during our June online meeting. This event was a culmination of six months of listening to your feedback and crafting solutions to better support your PMI journey. Here’s a look back at what happened and the exciting developments that emerged from our collaborative efforts.
A Gathering of Minds
We were thrilled to see a diverse group of attendees, including local certified PMI trainers and both new and experienced members eager to contribute their perspectives. The workshop was structured into three dynamic discussion sessions, each led by our dedicated membership advocates.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The insights and feedback gathered from these discussions were invaluable. Here are some of the key takeaways and the steps we are taking to address them:
• Enhanced Resource Accessibility: We are working on a new, user-friendly resource page that will make it easier for members to access training materials and real-world application guides.
• Structured Mentorship Program: Plans are underway to launch a mentorship program that will connect members with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
• Increased Networking Opportunities: Expect to see more frequent and varied networking events, both virtual and in-person, to help you build connections and foster a sense of community.
Moving Forward
We are committed to turning your feedback into actionable solutions that enhance your PMI journey. This workshop was just the beginning. By actively participating and sharing your experiences, you have helped shape the future of our Chapter’s offerings.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the Community Skill Builders Workshop. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what make our Chapter strong and vibrant. Stay tuned for updates on the new initiatives and opportunities to get involved. Together, we are building a community that supports and empowers each other on our PMI journeys.
Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s continue to grow together!
About PMI Silver Spring Chapter
We are a branch of the Project Management Institute. We offer a platform for project management professionals in Silver Spring, MD, and the DC/Baltimore metro area. Monthly meetings facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, and professional development. For more, visit pmissc.org.
Learnings from Successful Jobs SearchersBruce Bennett
Are you interested to know what actions help in a job search? This webinar is the summary of several individuals who discussed their job search journey for others to follow. You will learn there are common actions that helped them succeed in their quest for gainful employment.
Success is often not achievable without facing and overcoming obstacles along the way. To reach our goals and achieve success, it is important to understand and resolve the obstacles that come in our way.
In this article, we will discuss the various obstacles that hinder success, strategies to overcome them, and examples of individuals who have successfully surmounted their obstacles.
A Guide to a Winning Interview June 2024Bruce Bennett
This webinar is an in-depth review of the interview process. Preparation is a key element to acing an interview. Learn the best approaches from the initial phone screen to the face-to-face meeting with the hiring manager. You will hear great answers to several standard questions, including the dreaded “Tell Me About Yourself”.
In the intricate tapestry of life, connections serve as the vibrant threads that weave together opportunities, experiences, and growth. Whether in personal or professional spheres, the ability to forge meaningful connections opens doors to a multitude of possibilities, propelling individuals toward success and fulfillment.
Eirini is an HR professional with strong passion for technology and semiconductors industry in particular. She started her career as a software recruiter in 2012, and developed an interest for business development, talent enablement and innovation which later got her setting up the concept of Software Community Management in ASML, and to Developer Relations today. She holds a bachelor degree in Lifelong Learning and an MBA specialised in Strategic Human Resources Management. She is a world citizen, having grown up in Greece, she studied and kickstarted her career in The Netherlands and can currently be found in Santa Clara, CA.
Joyce M Sullivan, Founder & CEO of SocMediaFin, Inc. shares her "Five Questions - The Story of You", "Reflections - What Matters to You?" and "The Three Circle Exercise" to guide those evaluating what their next move may be in their careers.