I've had my PMP since 2010 and since that time have performed in a Service Program (Client Services Manager) role. My goal is to be a key member in a PMO with a role that focuses on billing/receivab
Charmaine, good luck in the search. Suggest you to look for project support, Project office support, if you are interested in PMO. However if you are looking for financial aspect I would suggest not searching for PMO, as there are few PMO that do really do cost controls (if that is what you are looking at). On the other side if you are looking to get into PMO so as to use your PMI certification, then I would suggest Project Management role (junior, mid-level...)
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1 reply by Charmaine Owens
Dec 28, 2015 3:05 PM
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Hi there Kiran.
Definitely want to get into a PMO first and foremost. The financial aspect would be a bonus but hear what you are saying. Appreciate the direction and Happy New Year to you!
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Charmaine OwensVendor Manager| VituOak Forest, Il, United States
Dec 28, 2015 9:04 AM
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Good luck in the job search. While it may not be perfect, you might look for a volunteer opp in a non profit with a focus on finance support for them. Again, not perfect I know but will provide you some experience.
Hello Gina. Taking in all the advice that is really giving me pause to think. Thanks so very much! Saving Changes...
Charmaine OwensVendor Manager| VituOak Forest, Il, United States
Dec 28, 2015 9:43 AM
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Charmaine, good luck in the search. Suggest you to look for project support, Project office support, if you are interested in PMO. However if you are looking for financial aspect I would suggest not searching for PMO, as there are few PMO that do really do cost controls (if that is what you are looking at). On the other side if you are looking to get into PMO so as to use your PMI certification, then I would suggest Project Management role (junior, mid-level...)
Hi there Kiran.
Definitely want to get into a PMO first and foremost. The financial aspect would be a bonus but hear what you are saying. Appreciate the direction and Happy New Year to you! Saving Changes...
Steven ZacharyDirector| Alberta Health ServicesCalgary, Alberta, Canada
This is likely another case of who you know. Get in front of people who may be part of an organization you prefer. Networking is the unsung hero these days. The other way is to get a less relevant role and showcase your skills.
Best of luck in 2016!
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2 replies by Charmaine Owens and Rami Kaibni
Dec 30, 2015 2:39 AM
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Great and wise input Steven. I would combine both in one: Networking while getting a less relevant roll to show your skills which is exactly what you've said.
Dec 30, 2015 8:27 AM
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Hello Steven and I absolutely agree. Networking is the key and thanks for the well wishes in 2016!
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Dec 30, 2015 2:35 AM
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This is likely another case of who you know. Get in front of people who may be part of an organization you prefer. Networking is the unsung hero these days. The other way is to get a less relevant role and showcase your skills.
Best of luck in 2016!
Great and wise input Steven. I would combine both in one: Networking while getting a less relevant roll to show your skills which is exactly what you've said.
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1 reply by Charmaine Owens
Dec 30, 2015 8:30 AM
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You and Steven have read my mind, Rami. Taking that less relevant role is the path I am pursuing while reaching out to those in my network. Really appreciate the wisdom & advice from all of you who have responded to my post, Happy New Year to everyone!
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Charmaine OwensVendor Manager| VituOak Forest, Il, United States
Dec 30, 2015 2:35 AM
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This is likely another case of who you know. Get in front of people who may be part of an organization you prefer. Networking is the unsung hero these days. The other way is to get a less relevant role and showcase your skills.
Best of luck in 2016!
Hello Steven and I absolutely agree. Networking is the key and thanks for the well wishes in 2016! Saving Changes...
Charmaine OwensVendor Manager| VituOak Forest, Il, United States
Dec 30, 2015 2:39 AM
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Great and wise input Steven. I would combine both in one: Networking while getting a less relevant roll to show your skills which is exactly what you've said.
You and Steven have read my mind, Rami. Taking that less relevant role is the path I am pursuing while reaching out to those in my network. Really appreciate the wisdom & advice from all of you who have responded to my post, Happy New Year to everyone!
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2 replies by Rami Kaibni and Steven Zachary
Dec 30, 2015 11:02 AM
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Good luck in 2016 Charmaine. I made a similar transition years ago by simply telling everyone I know about it. I wrote white papers, attended AGMs, did the grunt work. It does pay off. But don't let anyone tell you that you have to work for free. That's just simply taking advantage. You have valuable skills you just have to work extra hard to get it in front of people who have zero time. This morning I have 88 unread emails in one day. Ask me why I'm on the forms...#procrastination. People are busy, but never to busy for coffee :).
And you'll notice how Rami has an exceptional way of communicating concepts in a simple manner. He's a wealth of knowledge.
Dec 30, 2015 2:09 PM
Rami Kaibni
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You are most welcome Charmaine and best of luck to you. Keep us posted with your great progress.
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Steven ZacharyDirector| Alberta Health ServicesCalgary, Alberta, Canada
Dec 30, 2015 8:30 AM
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You and Steven have read my mind, Rami. Taking that less relevant role is the path I am pursuing while reaching out to those in my network. Really appreciate the wisdom & advice from all of you who have responded to my post, Happy New Year to everyone!
Good luck in 2016 Charmaine. I made a similar transition years ago by simply telling everyone I know about it. I wrote white papers, attended AGMs, did the grunt work. It does pay off. But don't let anyone tell you that you have to work for free. That's just simply taking advantage. You have valuable skills you just have to work extra hard to get it in front of people who have zero time. This morning I have 88 unread emails in one day. Ask me why I'm on the forms...#procrastination. People are busy, but never to busy for coffee :).
And you'll notice how Rami has an exceptional way of communicating concepts in a simple manner. He's a wealth of knowledge.
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1 reply by Rami Kaibni
Dec 30, 2015 2:11 PM
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Ouch - Steven, thanks a lot for your compliment, I truly appreciate it. You really added lots of value to this community since you've joined.
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Dec 30, 2015 8:30 AM
Replying to Charmaine Owens
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You and Steven have read my mind, Rami. Taking that less relevant role is the path I am pursuing while reaching out to those in my network. Really appreciate the wisdom & advice from all of you who have responded to my post, Happy New Year to everyone!
You are most welcome Charmaine and best of luck to you. Keep us posted with your great progress.
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Dec 30, 2015 11:02 AM
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Good luck in 2016 Charmaine. I made a similar transition years ago by simply telling everyone I know about it. I wrote white papers, attended AGMs, did the grunt work. It does pay off. But don't let anyone tell you that you have to work for free. That's just simply taking advantage. You have valuable skills you just have to work extra hard to get it in front of people who have zero time. This morning I have 88 unread emails in one day. Ask me why I'm on the forms...#procrastination. People are busy, but never to busy for coffee :).
And you'll notice how Rami has an exceptional way of communicating concepts in a simple manner. He's a wealth of knowledge.
Ouch - Steven, thanks a lot for your compliment, I truly appreciate it. You really added lots of value to this community since you've joined. Saving Changes...
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