No, I'm not referring to your WAN or LAN. I'm talking to your professional networking. Sometimes we forget to work on this important aspect of our careers. The majority of career advancement about 65% comes from "professional networking". That would be to create contacts that will help you to move on on your career. When should I start networking? Don't wait until you need a job. The best time to start your network is when you have a job. How should I start? First of all find local networking events on your community. Microsoft technical meetings are a good example of this. How can I network with Project Managers professionals? The best way is to attend the local chapter dinners. This is a great relaxing environment designed to exercise networking . Also, you'll enjoy a Project Management Presentation and the opportunity of gaining PDU's if you are already a PMP . Check out April's chapter dinners at: http://www.southfloridapmi.org/
Welcome Back to PMP Strategies, few days ago I posted the requirements for the PMP certification. You may ask yourself ... Can I provide hours of experience in which my title or designation was not necessary "Project Manager"? Yes, for Instance if you where responsible for any of the of the Project Management Processes such as Initiation, Planning, Execution , Monitor & Controlling or Closing a project your experience will be recognized by the PMI . Also consider that your participation may include experience outside of the corporate environment such as volunteer projects. If you are interested in volunteer professional activities consider Joining your PMI local chapter. Realize that you can have the chance of gaining experience in a relatively safe (minimal risk) environment. Additionally you can add a Key element on your professional career and that is "Networking". Networking with Project Management professionals will be my next subject on this blog....