Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
With so much information available, could you share your three main strategies/information sources/techniques that you use to stay up-to-date on project management topics and why do you prioritize them? Saving Changes...
I would suggest the following: - Set a regular schedule to consult the different discussion groups (project management central, community central and certification central, etc.). - Go one board at a time. - Identify the new posts. Skim through them (looking for interesting topics, highly active posts, authors that you "like", etc.) and open the posts (all or the ones you are interested in). - Up vote the best posts and answer. - Share your insights and bring value to the discussion. - Don't forget. Whenever replying to a post, confirm that "Notify me via email when someone posts a reply" is ticked to receive notifications by e-mail.
A small amount of time each day or few is manageable and you'll benefit tremendously from the feedback, insights and experience of others and by sharing your part as well.
Iron sharpens iron!
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
Jul 10, 2024 1:54 PM
Francisco Herrera
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Thanks Joao! Great advices! I should have specified in the question that it was in addition to what this community already offers. Best regards!
Head of Cloud Software & Services| Ericsson EMEAVictoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
One of the ways to stay relevant is to learn continuously and 3 main strategies below work well for me:
Join the project management community like PMI, etc
Set your content preference to receive content that matches your interest
Filter out the relevant ones among the contents to avoid content overload
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
Jul 10, 2024 1:55 PM
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Thanks Taiwo! Great advices! I should have specified in the question that it was in addition to what this community already offers. Best regards!
Stay updated on Project Management is fundamental to our Professional Development. Some tips that you could put into practice are:
*Visit the ProjectManagement.com portal regularly to check the diverse discussion topics, read the blogs, answer polls, answer PM challenge questions, and watch webinars.
*Attend in-person or online ProjectManagement events, to interact with other colleagues, and interchange ideas, perspectives, and points of view; or share new tools or practices that can be used.
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1 reply by Francisco Herrera
Jul 10, 2024 1:56 PM
Francisco Herrera
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Thank you very much for your contribution, Veronica. I will certainly make good use of your suggestions regarding the courses and events. Best Regards!
Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Jul 08, 2024 10:55 AM
Replying to Joao Sarmento
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Hi Francisco,
I would suggest the following: - Set a regular schedule to consult the different discussion groups (project management central, community central and certification central, etc.). - Go one board at a time. - Identify the new posts. Skim through them (looking for interesting topics, highly active posts, authors that you "like", etc.) and open the posts (all or the ones you are interested in). - Up vote the best posts and answer. - Share your insights and bring value to the discussion. - Don't forget. Whenever replying to a post, confirm that "Notify me via email when someone posts a reply" is ticked to receive notifications by e-mail.
A small amount of time each day or few is manageable and you'll benefit tremendously from the feedback, insights and experience of others and by sharing your part as well.
Iron sharpens iron!
Thanks Joao! Great advices! I should have specified in the question that it was in addition to what this community already offers. Best regards! Saving Changes...
Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Jul 08, 2024 2:27 PM
Replying to TAIWO POPOOLA
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One of the ways to stay relevant is to learn continuously and 3 main strategies below work well for me:
Join the project management community like PMI, etc
Set your content preference to receive content that matches your interest
Filter out the relevant ones among the contents to avoid content overload
Thanks Taiwo! Great advices! I should have specified in the question that it was in addition to what this community already offers. Best regards! Saving Changes...
Program Manager, PPM&PMO Specialist.| Coppel, Mexico.Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Jul 09, 2024 10:17 AM
Replying to Verónica Elizabeth Pozo Ruiz
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Stay updated on Project Management is fundamental to our Professional Development. Some tips that you could put into practice are:
*Visit the ProjectManagement.com portal regularly to check the diverse discussion topics, read the blogs, answer polls, answer PM challenge questions, and watch webinars.
*Attend in-person or online ProjectManagement events, to interact with other colleagues, and interchange ideas, perspectives, and points of view; or share new tools or practices that can be used.
Thank you very much for your contribution, Veronica. I will certainly make good use of your suggestions regarding the courses and events. Best Regards! Saving Changes...
Consultant| Canarys Automation LtdBangalore, Karnataka, India
To stay up-to-date on project management topics, I rely on a combination of industry publications, professional communities, and continuous learning:
PMI and Industry Publications: I regularly read publications from the Project Management Institute (PMI) and other industry leaders like Harvard Business Review. These sources provide insights into the latest trends, best practices, and research-backed methodologies, which are essential for staying informed.
Professional Communities: I actively participate in online communities and forums like LinkedIn Groups and PMI Chapters. Engaging with peers and experts allows me to exchange ideas, learn from real-world experiences, and stay connected with emerging trends in project management.
Continuous Learning: I prioritize continuous learning through online courses and certifications, particularly on platforms like Coursera and edX. These platforms offer specialized courses that help me deepen my expertise in specific areas, ensuring that my skills remain current and relevant.
I prioritize these strategies because they provide a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge, practical insights, and hands-on learning, which together help me stay at the forefront of the project management field.
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