Jay GopalData Integration Manager| Alithya IncArlington, Va, United States
I just joined my local chapter today. I was hoping to connect with other PMs in the area and share knowledge and network. Reading all these comments, I am not sure how helpful its going to be for me. I am also looking for opportunities.. I am hoping this would be a good bridge to connect needs. fingers crossed
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2 replies by Jay Gopal and Vincent Guerard
Nov 28, 2017 1:13 PM
Vincent Guerard
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Jayanthi,
Some local chapter are very good at promoting networking, most are excellent when starting a career. I encourage you to participate. You will see with time if your local chapter answer your need.
Each local chapter is different
So your looking for networking opportunities, sharing knowledge, opportunities.
For the last participate, be a volunteer.
Nov 28, 2017 1:19 PM
Jay Gopal
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Thank you ! I have sent in request to volunteer as well. DC chapter seems to be very busy as far as I can see. Will use it at least until it expires to make a decision on renewing.
~Jay
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Sromon DasSenior Project Manager| Mara ConsultingHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
I joined the chapter primarily to strengthen my professional network. I don't live in a big city and most business transactions/ employment opportunities work on trust and professional relationships. I've been a member of the chapter for about 5 months now and I feel it has been beneficial. I will also be taking my PMP next year and the chapter has a good study program. Of course, my situation and views might change 4-5 years down the line
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1 reply by Vincent Guerard
Nov 28, 2017 1:17 PM
Vincent Guerard
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Happy to see you found what you where looking for at you local chapter, strengthening your network and support for your PMP exam.
No no nooooo. Not at all. My focus is on learning from other peoples experiences; Knowledge Sharing; Lessons Learned etc. It is done through monthly seminars and workshops and it is for this reason that I've nominated myself for "Director Professional Development".
Yes, people do not understand the value they will get from attending these events and thus do not become members.
I guess it has also do to with the years of experience and impact. I see that most of you are; as is said in cricket; are playing their second innings so those events are not of much benefit to you. I would add that it is through you guys that the next generation will learn. The learning shouldn't stop; be the platform is PMI or other.
I can agree with you there is always something to learn from any presentation.
That is also true of online presentation.
What is unique in face to face is networking. That is when local setup let you do it. Saving Changes...
I just joined my local chapter today. I was hoping to connect with other PMs in the area and share knowledge and network. Reading all these comments, I am not sure how helpful its going to be for me. I am also looking for opportunities.. I am hoping this would be a good bridge to connect needs. fingers crossed
Jayanthi,
Some local chapter are very good at promoting networking, most are excellent when starting a career. I encourage you to participate. You will see with time if your local chapter answer your need.
Each local chapter is different
So your looking for networking opportunities, sharing knowledge, opportunities.
For the last participate, be a volunteer. Saving Changes...
I joined the chapter primarily to strengthen my professional network. I don't live in a big city and most business transactions/ employment opportunities work on trust and professional relationships. I've been a member of the chapter for about 5 months now and I feel it has been beneficial. I will also be taking my PMP next year and the chapter has a good study program. Of course, my situation and views might change 4-5 years down the line
Happy to see you found what you where looking for at you local chapter, strengthening your network and support for your PMP exam. Saving Changes...
Jay GopalData Integration Manager| Alithya IncArlington, Va, United States
Nov 28, 2017 12:06 PM
Replying to Jay Gopal
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I just joined my local chapter today. I was hoping to connect with other PMs in the area and share knowledge and network. Reading all these comments, I am not sure how helpful its going to be for me. I am also looking for opportunities.. I am hoping this would be a good bridge to connect needs. fingers crossed
Thank you ! I have sent in request to volunteer as well. DC chapter seems to be very busy as far as I can see. Will use it at least until it expires to make a decision on renewing.
Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten AssociatesNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
The West Coast Chapter here seems like they host many events and have many volunteering opportunities and I always receive invitations but never had the chance to go to one because of the timing.
They normally host events around 6 pm while I finish work around that time and it is an hour way but in general, by the looks of it, they seem organized and active in the community which is encouraging.
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1 reply by Vincent Guerard
Nov 28, 2017 3:58 PM
Vincent Guerard
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Similar here conference around 6 PM and some at 7:30 AM.
The location change a few times in the last years. The new local is not well suited for networking. Similar content of conference can be found on PM.com .
The West Coast Chapter here seems like they host many events and have many volunteering opportunities and I always receive invitations but never had the chance to go to one because of the timing.
They normally host events around 6 pm while I finish work around that time and it is an hour way but in general, by the looks of it, they seem organized and active in the community which is encouraging.
Similar here conference around 6 PM and some at 7:30 AM.
The location change a few times in the last years. The new local is not well suited for networking. Similar content of conference can be found on PM.com . Saving Changes...
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