Every PM need a Mentor
Community - Weekly PMP Study Group Schedule, TOP 12 Emotional Intelligence Tips, Growth zone
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Welcome to The Agie Admiral weekly newsletter where I provide actionable ideas to help you build a high-performing Project Management career
Today at a Glance:
💡 Every PM need a Mentor
🧠 TOP 12 Emotional Intelligence Tips
🎁 Growth Zone
📣 Person to follow
🧲️ Community - Weekly PMP Study Group Schedule
15 years project management experience;
8 positions;
6 mentors so far;
Mentoring is one of the best ways to gain insight on a career path.
Here is my short list how you can be the
BEST MENTOR:
➡️ Set clear expectations
Establishing clear expectations from the beginning helps both the mentor and mentee understand their roles and responsibilities. This includes defining the goals of the mentoring relationship, the frequency of meetings, and the specific areas of focus. Clear expectations prevent misunderstandings and ensure that both parties are aligned in their objectives.
➡️ Provide support and guidance
As a mentor, your primary role is to support and guide your mentee. This involves actively listening to their concerns, providing constructive feedback, and offering advice based on your own experiences. Support can also mean helping them navigate challenges, encouraging them to take on new opportunities, and being a reliable source of encouragement.
➡️ Share your experience
Sharing your personal experiences, both successes and failures, can provide invaluable lessons for your mentee. Real-life examples help illustrate key concepts and strategies, making them more relatable and easier to understand. By being open about your journey, you can help your mentee avoid common pitfalls and adopt best practices.
➡️ Appreciate
Recognizing and appreciating your mentee’s efforts and achievements is crucial for their motivation and confidence. Positive reinforcement helps build their self-esteem and encourages them to continue striving for excellence. Appreciation can be shown through verbal praise, written acknowledgments, or even small rewards for milestones achieved.
TOP 12 Emotional Intelligence Tips
Growth Zone
Personal development
How to overcome procrastination
Five ways to increase your learning throughput
Setting effective goals: introducing NICE goals
Innovation
Leadership and management
Person to follow:
Joshua T. Banwart | Avalon Grade Solutions
"Helping Aspiring PMs & Veterans Pursue Their Project Management Career"
How?
For example
Project Manager Resume Writing Guide
Tailored for aspiring Project Managers, this concise resource is packed with examples, tips, and insights to elevate your resume game!
Here’s what you’ll discover:
I. The “What”, “How”, & “Why”
II. The “So What?” Strategy
III. PM Resume Format vs Everyone Else
IV. ATS Resume-Friendly Tips
V. Resume Lengths
VI. 60%=100%
VII. What To Do Next?
Community - Weekly PMP Study Group Schedule
Date: Tuesday, Sep 10
Topic: PMP exam study group - Drag & Drop PMP Questions
Host: Torge
Link to session: https://www.linkedin.com/events/pmpexamstudygroup-drag-droppmpq7234308213146300417/
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Date: Thursday Sep 12
Topic: PMP: Hybrid Project Management (Approaches Series 4 of 4)
Host: Gabor
Link to session: https://www.linkedin.com/events/pmp-weeklystudygroup-topic-wate7233557689446862848/
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