Negotiations often make us uncomfortable, but if we don't try, we could face a very different future. Women in particular are at risk for making less money over their working lifetime than men, and learning to negotiate can help lessen that risk.
Corporate culture refers to the beliefs and behaviors that determine how a company's employees and management interact and handle outside business transactions. Often, corporate culture is implied, not expressly defined, and develops organically over time from the cumulative traits of the people the company hires.
People Management and Organisation Behaviour Dimensions of Management in the ...mirabelo
This document discusses how the credit crunch has impacted people and organizations. It provides background on what caused the credit crunch, including inappropriate mortgages and lax controls. A case study is presented on how the credit crunch negatively impacted Suzanne Malcolm, changing her employment terms and making her unhappy. Motivation theories are discussed in the context of professionals like bankers seeing reduced bonuses due to the economic conditions. The social impacts are explored, such as job losses negatively impacting people's health, lifestyles, and relationships. In conclusion, the document states that people issues caused the economic crisis and more responsibility is needed in the financial system to avoid future cycles of ups and downs.
At the wedding of a young migrant couple in the 1960’s the best man delivered an unexpected gift. This gift was readily accepted, and yet the consequences created a trap. In this article find out what the career wrecker moment was and the ultimate outcome as it played out decades later.
This document discusses the concept of "job sculpting", which is matching employees to jobs that allow their deeply embedded life interests to be expressed in order to increase retention. It argues that while ability and values are also important for career satisfaction, life interests are the most crucial factor for long-term happiness and fulfillment. Managers often fail at career development and retention because they assume employees are satisfied if they excel at their jobs, without considering other factors like life interests. The document recommends managers play an active role in ongoing career development dialogues rather than delegating it to HR.
This document summarizes survey results from 83 Singapore residents in professional occupations about their career dreams and priorities. It finds that while residents want more family time, work takes priority due to a belief in delayed gratification. Younger residents aged 20-30 value leadership and independence over recognition, while those aged 31-40 seek recognition and status. Residents over 41 focus on adequate provision for retirement and passing wealth to future generations. The document concludes that Singaporeans primarily desire happiness and comfort in their professional lives.
Playing in the Sandbox: Effective Strategies for Managing Multi-Generational Teams
Learning objective: Enhance techniques for successful collaboration among teams
Managers are charged with meeting diverse needs to maximize value and productivity. To be a competent leader and manager, your role is to create opportunities, empower others, and leverage the specialized skills of employees. One continuing challenge is managing multi-generational teams. The complexity of communication presents two core challenges. How do we increase quality and efficiency of knowledge sharing? How do we improve value? Collaboration and knowledge sharing practices are essential to solving problems, enhancing professional relationships, increasing productivity, and improving work quality. Building communities
that continue to address knowledge sharing and collaboration systems is the key to remaining competitive.
At the end of this seminar participants will be able to:
a. Explore knowledge sharing techniques to stay ahead of the competition
b. Identify new and innovative ways that organizations share knowledge and collaborate
c. Explore ways to foster communities that embrace successful collaborative exchanges
d. Examine global and multi-generational knowledge sharing opportunities and challenges
What do employees want most in the workplace? How can human resources make sure that they keep their talent? Here are the top deal breakers when employees decide to quit, and it's not pay.
Australia is an island country located in Oceania. It has a population of over 21 million people and its largest cities are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Australia has a predominantly Christian population and a diverse climate ranging from tropical in the north to temperate in the southeast. The economy is developed and service-based, though mining and agriculture also contribute to exports. Culturally, Australia has influences from British, Irish, and Aboriginal cultures. In soccer, Australia has qualified for three World Cups but failed to advance past the group stage in 2010. Brazil has historically dominated in matches against Australia.
Corporate culture refers to the beliefs and behaviors that determine how a company's employees and management interact and handle outside business transactions. Often, corporate culture is implied, not expressly defined, and develops organically over time from the cumulative traits of the people the company hires.
People Management and Organisation Behaviour Dimensions of Management in the ...mirabelo
This document discusses how the credit crunch has impacted people and organizations. It provides background on what caused the credit crunch, including inappropriate mortgages and lax controls. A case study is presented on how the credit crunch negatively impacted Suzanne Malcolm, changing her employment terms and making her unhappy. Motivation theories are discussed in the context of professionals like bankers seeing reduced bonuses due to the economic conditions. The social impacts are explored, such as job losses negatively impacting people's health, lifestyles, and relationships. In conclusion, the document states that people issues caused the economic crisis and more responsibility is needed in the financial system to avoid future cycles of ups and downs.
At the wedding of a young migrant couple in the 1960’s the best man delivered an unexpected gift. This gift was readily accepted, and yet the consequences created a trap. In this article find out what the career wrecker moment was and the ultimate outcome as it played out decades later.
This document discusses the concept of "job sculpting", which is matching employees to jobs that allow their deeply embedded life interests to be expressed in order to increase retention. It argues that while ability and values are also important for career satisfaction, life interests are the most crucial factor for long-term happiness and fulfillment. Managers often fail at career development and retention because they assume employees are satisfied if they excel at their jobs, without considering other factors like life interests. The document recommends managers play an active role in ongoing career development dialogues rather than delegating it to HR.
This document summarizes survey results from 83 Singapore residents in professional occupations about their career dreams and priorities. It finds that while residents want more family time, work takes priority due to a belief in delayed gratification. Younger residents aged 20-30 value leadership and independence over recognition, while those aged 31-40 seek recognition and status. Residents over 41 focus on adequate provision for retirement and passing wealth to future generations. The document concludes that Singaporeans primarily desire happiness and comfort in their professional lives.
Playing in the Sandbox: Effective Strategies for Managing Multi-Generational Teams
Learning objective: Enhance techniques for successful collaboration among teams
Managers are charged with meeting diverse needs to maximize value and productivity. To be a competent leader and manager, your role is to create opportunities, empower others, and leverage the specialized skills of employees. One continuing challenge is managing multi-generational teams. The complexity of communication presents two core challenges. How do we increase quality and efficiency of knowledge sharing? How do we improve value? Collaboration and knowledge sharing practices are essential to solving problems, enhancing professional relationships, increasing productivity, and improving work quality. Building communities
that continue to address knowledge sharing and collaboration systems is the key to remaining competitive.
At the end of this seminar participants will be able to:
a. Explore knowledge sharing techniques to stay ahead of the competition
b. Identify new and innovative ways that organizations share knowledge and collaborate
c. Explore ways to foster communities that embrace successful collaborative exchanges
d. Examine global and multi-generational knowledge sharing opportunities and challenges
What do employees want most in the workplace? How can human resources make sure that they keep their talent? Here are the top deal breakers when employees decide to quit, and it's not pay.
Australia is an island country located in Oceania. It has a population of over 21 million people and its largest cities are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Australia has a predominantly Christian population and a diverse climate ranging from tropical in the north to temperate in the southeast. The economy is developed and service-based, though mining and agriculture also contribute to exports. Culturally, Australia has influences from British, Irish, and Aboriginal cultures. In soccer, Australia has qualified for three World Cups but failed to advance past the group stage in 2010. Brazil has historically dominated in matches against Australia.
This document discusses various topics related to wealth, money, and financial literacy. It begins by outlining common misconceptions around wealth and the difficulties discussing it. It then discusses the financial lives of average Americans versus strategies used by wealthy individuals. Key points include understanding cash flow, the different types of income, and how the tax system can be used strategically through things like business structures. Debt is also discussed, noting it can be good when used for assets but not for liabilities or "doodads." The document ends by comparing potential returns on different investments over one year to illustrate the power of leverage.
Stephen Cagnassola expertise in advising retirees and those about to retire on how to protect their principal and ensure their money lasts. His clients come to him because Stephen can help him to reduce their taxes by as much as 50%, prevent taxation on social security income, avoid and significantly reduce estate taxes, and protect their life savings from stock market risk.
This document provides advice on career planning and job searching for emergency medicine physicians. It discusses important factors to consider such as location, compensation structure, work environment, equity and ownership opportunities. It warns of potential pitfalls like lack of tail coverage, delayed or vested retirement benefits, unclear ownership and compensation structures. It emphasizes the importance of asking questions about contracts, non-competes, incentive pay and fairness in benefits. The overall message is to carefully research potential jobs and consider your priorities to avoid common problems and set yourself up for long term career success and wealth building.
Stay Out of The Unserviced Workforce by Becoming a Perfect Job Seekerstuart mease
This document provides advice for avoiding long-term unemployment by becoming a perfect job seeker. It recommends focusing on relationships through networking as 80% of jobs are obtained this way. It also stresses humility, such as starting with unpaid internships. Continuous learning is important as a degree alone is not enough. Having faith in oneself and possibly starting a small business can provide alternative income. The document outlines developing a board of advisors and utilizing local resources to enhance one's job search efforts and opportunities.
This document tells the story of two brothers, James and John, and how they handled their finances differently. James spent frivolously and borrowed money, while John saved, invested wisely, and lent money to others. After several years, John had become very wealthy through his financial discipline and investments, while James was in debt, unemployed, and struggling. The document emphasizes the importance of developing the right money mentality through budgeting, prioritizing savings, avoiding debt, and investing for the long term.
This document tells the story of two brothers, James and John, and how they handled their finances differently. James spent frivolously and borrowed money, while John saved, invested wisely, and lent money to others. After several years, John had become very wealthy through his financial discipline and investments, while James was in debt, unemployed, and struggling. The document emphasizes the importance of developing the right money mentality through budgeting, prioritizing savings, avoiding debt, and investing for the long term.
Business & Personal Mindset Coach, Lisa Smith, will be giving a fun, interactive, and enlightening presentation to help you learn:
• WHAT money really is (this may surprise you)
• The DIFFERENCE between how MEN and WOMEN think about money
• WHY you are having these problems with money (it doesn’t have to do with your job, the economy, or anyone else)
• The FIRST THING you MUST work on to CHANGE your relationship with and experience around money (if you don’t work on this, you will CONTINUE to have money struggles)
Business & Personal Mindset Coach, Lisa Smith, will be giving a fun, interactive, and enlightening presentation to help you learn:
• WHAT money really is (this may surprise you)
• The DIFFERENCE between how MEN and WOMEN think about money
• WHY you are having these problems with money (it doesn’t have to do with your job, the economy, or anyone else)
• The FIRST THING you MUST work on to CHANGE your relationship with and experience around money (if you don’t work on this, you will CONTINUE to have money struggles)
This document discusses financial challenges unique to women and provides advice on how women can take charge of their financial future. It notes that while women face some challenges like longer lifespans and lower pay, they are now in a strong position to achieve financial security. It recommends that women save for retirement through employer plans and IRAs, advocate for fair pay, and create an estate plan to protect assets from unexpected life events. Taking control of finances, becoming an informed investor, planning for retirement needs, securing adequate insurance, and getting professional guidance are emphasized as keys to financial success.
This document provides guidance on teaching children about money management from a young age. It recommends starting simple lessons early and making them more complex as children mature. Everyday opportunities to discuss money include examining attitudes, involving children in financial planning, distinguishing needs from wants, and talking about credit. The document also outlines specific strategies for different age groups, such as using a four-bank system for savings, spending, donating and investing starting at age 5-6, and introducing the concepts of credit reports, scores, and responsible credit card use in the teen years.
Derin Dolen's Financial Planning Tips For a LifetimeDerin Dolen
This document provides financial planning tips across different life stages and situations. It begins by highlighting Americans' poor saving habits and offers strategies to improve savings like paying yourself first and having a dedicated "don't touch" savings account. It then discusses planning for common financial goals and challenges like credit card debt, home ownership, parenting, college, career, unexpected crises, caring for family, retirement, and estate planning. Specific advice includes starting to save early, maximizing retirement accounts, and having a will. The overall message is the importance of financial planning and preparing for various life events and hardships.
The document discusses various causes and costs of stress. It notes that 50-60 million working days are lost each year to stress in the UK, costing £7 billion annually. In the US, job-related stress costs over $200 billion per year. Common causes of stress include pollution, lack of infrastructure, negative emotions, things we don't want to do, technological advancements, competitiveness, loss of income, extreme circumstances, and the challenge to constantly improve. The document recommends managing stress through positive thinking, meditation, exercise, and embracing change and creativity.
The document provides tips for raising money-smart children, including talking to children about money early and often, turning everyday experiences into teachable money moments, and providing age-appropriate lessons about earning, saving, spending, donating and investing money starting from a young age. It emphasizes setting a good example, creating an open dialogue, and allowing children to learn from their mistakes with small amounts of money.
The survey found that most respondents were white cisgender females, with master's degrees, working full-time in universities. Starting salaries averaged $38k and current salaries averaged $60k. Top benefits included paid leave, insurance, retirement. Most common advice was to always negotiate salary upfront, know your worth, get salary ranges in advance, and document all responsibilities. Questions were asked about leveraging outside experience in negotiations, negotiating for management roles, unionization experiences, and how to ask about a salary not listed in a job posting.
This document provides tips and advice for parents dealing with financial stress, including managing expenses, recognizing unhealthy coping behaviors, involving children in financial discussions, and avoiding common money mistakes as a parent. It encourages assessing financial situations, making needed changes like finding better jobs or side businesses, and drawing families closer through shared meals cooked at home. Parents are advised to have open and ongoing conversations with children about money in age-appropriate ways.
This was a presentation to the North Charleston Youth Citizenship Academy. Other topics included voting responsibilities, dress for success, healthy eating, and other civic topics
Stuart Mease presented on defining and assisting the unserviced workforce. The economic development mix includes acquiring new skills, humbling oneself, starting a business, moving laterally between jobs, remaining unemployed, moving/leaving the region, or retiring early. Mease discussed 7 scenarios that can happen to the unserviced workforce and provided context around each one. He sought community feedback to shape the presentation.
This document provides advice for teaching children about money at different age groups. It suggests giving young children $1 at the store and talking about savings. For ages 6-10, it recommends allowing an allowance and setting savings goals. For ages 11-15, it says to negotiate an allowance in writing and encourage saving. For ages 16-18, it advises allowing money mistakes with a checking account and building a budget together. Overall, it emphasizes teaching positive money habits, being a good role model, and involving children in age-appropriate financial decisions.
This document discusses financial challenges women often face and provides advice on how to take charge of one's financial future. It notes that while women have made progress in the workforce and education, they still face challenges such as lower lifetime earnings, longer lifespans, and greater risks of single parenthood and caregiving responsibilities. The document recommends that women save as much as possible starting early, become knowledgeable investors, advocate for themselves in the workplace, plan for retirement including Social Security, protect their income and assets with insurance, and create an estate plan. Taking control of finances, getting educated, and working with advisors can help women overcome challenges and achieve financial security.
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.
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.
This document discusses various topics related to wealth, money, and financial literacy. It begins by outlining common misconceptions around wealth and the difficulties discussing it. It then discusses the financial lives of average Americans versus strategies used by wealthy individuals. Key points include understanding cash flow, the different types of income, and how the tax system can be used strategically through things like business structures. Debt is also discussed, noting it can be good when used for assets but not for liabilities or "doodads." The document ends by comparing potential returns on different investments over one year to illustrate the power of leverage.
Stephen Cagnassola expertise in advising retirees and those about to retire on how to protect their principal and ensure their money lasts. His clients come to him because Stephen can help him to reduce their taxes by as much as 50%, prevent taxation on social security income, avoid and significantly reduce estate taxes, and protect their life savings from stock market risk.
This document provides advice on career planning and job searching for emergency medicine physicians. It discusses important factors to consider such as location, compensation structure, work environment, equity and ownership opportunities. It warns of potential pitfalls like lack of tail coverage, delayed or vested retirement benefits, unclear ownership and compensation structures. It emphasizes the importance of asking questions about contracts, non-competes, incentive pay and fairness in benefits. The overall message is to carefully research potential jobs and consider your priorities to avoid common problems and set yourself up for long term career success and wealth building.
Stay Out of The Unserviced Workforce by Becoming a Perfect Job Seekerstuart mease
This document provides advice for avoiding long-term unemployment by becoming a perfect job seeker. It recommends focusing on relationships through networking as 80% of jobs are obtained this way. It also stresses humility, such as starting with unpaid internships. Continuous learning is important as a degree alone is not enough. Having faith in oneself and possibly starting a small business can provide alternative income. The document outlines developing a board of advisors and utilizing local resources to enhance one's job search efforts and opportunities.
This document tells the story of two brothers, James and John, and how they handled their finances differently. James spent frivolously and borrowed money, while John saved, invested wisely, and lent money to others. After several years, John had become very wealthy through his financial discipline and investments, while James was in debt, unemployed, and struggling. The document emphasizes the importance of developing the right money mentality through budgeting, prioritizing savings, avoiding debt, and investing for the long term.
This document tells the story of two brothers, James and John, and how they handled their finances differently. James spent frivolously and borrowed money, while John saved, invested wisely, and lent money to others. After several years, John had become very wealthy through his financial discipline and investments, while James was in debt, unemployed, and struggling. The document emphasizes the importance of developing the right money mentality through budgeting, prioritizing savings, avoiding debt, and investing for the long term.
Business & Personal Mindset Coach, Lisa Smith, will be giving a fun, interactive, and enlightening presentation to help you learn:
• WHAT money really is (this may surprise you)
• The DIFFERENCE between how MEN and WOMEN think about money
• WHY you are having these problems with money (it doesn’t have to do with your job, the economy, or anyone else)
• The FIRST THING you MUST work on to CHANGE your relationship with and experience around money (if you don’t work on this, you will CONTINUE to have money struggles)
Business & Personal Mindset Coach, Lisa Smith, will be giving a fun, interactive, and enlightening presentation to help you learn:
• WHAT money really is (this may surprise you)
• The DIFFERENCE between how MEN and WOMEN think about money
• WHY you are having these problems with money (it doesn’t have to do with your job, the economy, or anyone else)
• The FIRST THING you MUST work on to CHANGE your relationship with and experience around money (if you don’t work on this, you will CONTINUE to have money struggles)
This document discusses financial challenges unique to women and provides advice on how women can take charge of their financial future. It notes that while women face some challenges like longer lifespans and lower pay, they are now in a strong position to achieve financial security. It recommends that women save for retirement through employer plans and IRAs, advocate for fair pay, and create an estate plan to protect assets from unexpected life events. Taking control of finances, becoming an informed investor, planning for retirement needs, securing adequate insurance, and getting professional guidance are emphasized as keys to financial success.
This document provides guidance on teaching children about money management from a young age. It recommends starting simple lessons early and making them more complex as children mature. Everyday opportunities to discuss money include examining attitudes, involving children in financial planning, distinguishing needs from wants, and talking about credit. The document also outlines specific strategies for different age groups, such as using a four-bank system for savings, spending, donating and investing starting at age 5-6, and introducing the concepts of credit reports, scores, and responsible credit card use in the teen years.
Derin Dolen's Financial Planning Tips For a LifetimeDerin Dolen
This document provides financial planning tips across different life stages and situations. It begins by highlighting Americans' poor saving habits and offers strategies to improve savings like paying yourself first and having a dedicated "don't touch" savings account. It then discusses planning for common financial goals and challenges like credit card debt, home ownership, parenting, college, career, unexpected crises, caring for family, retirement, and estate planning. Specific advice includes starting to save early, maximizing retirement accounts, and having a will. The overall message is the importance of financial planning and preparing for various life events and hardships.
The document discusses various causes and costs of stress. It notes that 50-60 million working days are lost each year to stress in the UK, costing £7 billion annually. In the US, job-related stress costs over $200 billion per year. Common causes of stress include pollution, lack of infrastructure, negative emotions, things we don't want to do, technological advancements, competitiveness, loss of income, extreme circumstances, and the challenge to constantly improve. The document recommends managing stress through positive thinking, meditation, exercise, and embracing change and creativity.
The document provides tips for raising money-smart children, including talking to children about money early and often, turning everyday experiences into teachable money moments, and providing age-appropriate lessons about earning, saving, spending, donating and investing money starting from a young age. It emphasizes setting a good example, creating an open dialogue, and allowing children to learn from their mistakes with small amounts of money.
The survey found that most respondents were white cisgender females, with master's degrees, working full-time in universities. Starting salaries averaged $38k and current salaries averaged $60k. Top benefits included paid leave, insurance, retirement. Most common advice was to always negotiate salary upfront, know your worth, get salary ranges in advance, and document all responsibilities. Questions were asked about leveraging outside experience in negotiations, negotiating for management roles, unionization experiences, and how to ask about a salary not listed in a job posting.
This document provides tips and advice for parents dealing with financial stress, including managing expenses, recognizing unhealthy coping behaviors, involving children in financial discussions, and avoiding common money mistakes as a parent. It encourages assessing financial situations, making needed changes like finding better jobs or side businesses, and drawing families closer through shared meals cooked at home. Parents are advised to have open and ongoing conversations with children about money in age-appropriate ways.
This was a presentation to the North Charleston Youth Citizenship Academy. Other topics included voting responsibilities, dress for success, healthy eating, and other civic topics
Stuart Mease presented on defining and assisting the unserviced workforce. The economic development mix includes acquiring new skills, humbling oneself, starting a business, moving laterally between jobs, remaining unemployed, moving/leaving the region, or retiring early. Mease discussed 7 scenarios that can happen to the unserviced workforce and provided context around each one. He sought community feedback to shape the presentation.
This document provides advice for teaching children about money at different age groups. It suggests giving young children $1 at the store and talking about savings. For ages 6-10, it recommends allowing an allowance and setting savings goals. For ages 11-15, it says to negotiate an allowance in writing and encourage saving. For ages 16-18, it advises allowing money mistakes with a checking account and building a budget together. Overall, it emphasizes teaching positive money habits, being a good role model, and involving children in age-appropriate financial decisions.
This document discusses financial challenges women often face and provides advice on how to take charge of one's financial future. It notes that while women have made progress in the workforce and education, they still face challenges such as lower lifetime earnings, longer lifespans, and greater risks of single parenthood and caregiving responsibilities. The document recommends that women save as much as possible starting early, become knowledgeable investors, advocate for themselves in the workplace, plan for retirement including Social Security, protect their income and assets with insurance, and create an estate plan. Taking control of finances, getting educated, and working with advisors can help women overcome challenges and achieve financial security.
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.
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.
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.
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”.
Khushi Saini, An Intern from The Sparks Foundationkhushisaini0924
This is my first task as an Talent Acquisition(Human resources) Intern in The Sparks Foundation on Recruitment, article and posts.
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5. Return on One-time Negotiation If each receives 3% raises each year, and neither negotiates again, salary gap = $15,373 ($76,870 Woman vs $92,243 Man ) at age 60. But his total earnings in 38 years = $361,171 more.
6. Compounded Interest If the man had banked the difference each year in a 3% bank account, at age 60 (38 yrs), he would have $568,834 more
7. Saving & Compound Interest Effect of saving $100-150-200 monthly over 40 years. (Note different interest rates.)