Whether you are having a long weekend or not, the prep to become a better PM goes on.
Here are some awesome resources I found; if you are plaanning to take the exam or simply learn more:
Good luck.
The Power of Now
This post is late. I didn’t time it out this weekend, because I was busy meeting people.
Monday came with bang- car problems, busy day, too many things in hand and resume updates. Before I get back to more work and then to PMBOK here’s something wonderful I learnt last night while reading Eckhart Tolle.
I set goals and deadlines, sometimes panic and take on more than I can chew. The book – The Power Of Now talks about simple stuff of looking towards the Now than the tomorrow. Why run behind something and not enjoy the running?
Makes sense. So, even though I had nightmares about getting the car towed and the problems of getting to work- I gave it a try. I didn't panic. I just took one step at a time.
It sure felt nice and better to be in control and not panic.
The problem as he says- is a frame of mind that we force us to think of. There are no problems in life, only situations that need to be taken care of. If we focus on the NOW, it is all fun.
So, when I ordered my red ipod I engraved -Happiness- is the essence of waking up everyday.
What’s the point of toiling if I am not happy- is it not why I go to work? Or get up every morning?
So, no matter what goals you have for life, it will all work out but the time is now. It will never come back.
So, enjoy it, take deep breaths and live today, so you don’t have regrets tomorrow.
Next week, spending time in New York with my parents who are visiting. Expect more tweets than blog post!
News in the PM town
Lots of things happening in the PM world these days...here are some updates:- want to solve problems of your team- Baas will help you
- project management latest books and reviews by Elizabeth
- learning about 6 sigma you have to read Josh's blog
- new members joining your team, here's how to treat them from Alec
- preparing for your PMP exams, try the new flashcards from PM-Prepcast for iphone
PM PDU's Giveaway
This weekend was special, while I roamed the downtown in Chicago looking at museums (Chicago Art Museum and Science and Industry Museum), I figured that sometimes it’s important to take the initiative to do something that you have wanted to do forever.
So, I ate some ice cream and read up some pending print outs stacked on my coffee table finally.
Here are something’s you can do:
•If you have been planning to buy a project management book, keep your eyes open and follow some blogs. Most blogs have giveaways these days and you have the chance to get the book at no expense of yours. Try this one here.
•Want to upgrade yourself, participate in free seminars that happen all year and get some much required information. Some are even mailed to you later, so you can watch is at your pace. Sign up and get upgraded. Try this for more information
•Don’t have the time to upgrade or network, too busy with family and friends- get a phone that allows you to download these applications like linkedin, twitter etc. You can stay in touch while in the move and chances of getting your ROI are very likely.
•Sick of hearing everyone telling you to get a mentor, it really helps. I have one, so get yours as well. Try SIPM and get your mentor in your domain.
•Need PDU’s and looking for more options; here’s one. PM- Podcast is giving away 20.5 PDU’s by simply listening to it. More information available here . Email me (steppingintopm at gmail.com) with subject saying- I want the podcast. I will announce the winner on the 10 of next month.
Have a great Monday!
So, I ate some ice cream and read up some pending print outs stacked on my coffee table finally.
Here are something’s you can do:
•If you have been planning to buy a project management book, keep your eyes open and follow some blogs. Most blogs have giveaways these days and you have the chance to get the book at no expense of yours. Try this one here.
•Want to upgrade yourself, participate in free seminars that happen all year and get some much required information. Some are even mailed to you later, so you can watch is at your pace. Sign up and get upgraded. Try this for more information
•Don’t have the time to upgrade or network, too busy with family and friends- get a phone that allows you to download these applications like linkedin, twitter etc. You can stay in touch while in the move and chances of getting your ROI are very likely.
•Sick of hearing everyone telling you to get a mentor, it really helps. I have one, so get yours as well. Try SIPM and get your mentor in your domain.
•Need PDU’s and looking for more options; here’s one. PM- Podcast is giving away 20.5 PDU’s by simply listening to it. More information available here . Email me (steppingintopm at gmail.com) with subject saying- I want the podcast. I will announce the winner on the 10 of next month.
Have a great Monday!
Leadership- why should you be listened to?
If you were looking for random facts about me Pt1, here it is.
Last week I watched few youtube videos and this post is from one I found from Ramcharan leadership lectures:
•Develop your viewpoint
•Don’t sugar coat
•Nothing energizes anybody more than success
•Help the person in your team cross the hurdle
•Willingness to take risk
Leadership is essential in projects and life; why others should accept your point of view is another.Know what you are doing, do your homework before you speak, use data if possible from your projects, reference's etc, build trust and respect your team.
There’s another giveaway coming up this Friday, so gear up everybody!
Want to have fun and learn more from real life Project Managers, check out here.
Last week I watched few youtube videos and this post is from one I found from Ramcharan leadership lectures:
•Develop your viewpoint
•Don’t sugar coat
•Nothing energizes anybody more than success
•Help the person in your team cross the hurdle
•Willingness to take risk
Leadership is essential in projects and life; why others should accept your point of view is another.Know what you are doing, do your homework before you speak, use data if possible from your projects, reference's etc, build trust and respect your team.
There’s another giveaway coming up this Friday, so gear up everybody!
Want to have fun and learn more from real life Project Managers, check out here.
