Please join the PMLessonsLearned weekly study group Tuesday night (Feb. 9th) at
9:00pm EST as Barbara discusses PMP Formulas. Call in information can be found
at http://www.PMLessonsLearned.com , If you are interested in becoming a member
of this weekly virtual study group please send an email to
PMPstudy@... .
Topic: "Project Time Management, PMBOK v4: Part 1"
Who: Presenter is Dana Safford, Complex Problem Manager, PMP, MCSE, Global Solutions Engineering, Hewlett Packard Company
Hosted by: Dana Safford, Complex Problem Manager, PMP
When: Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 9 PM (Eastern US) (GMT-5)
Where: Conference Dial-in: (712) 432-0175, Access Code: 767 616# (Notice the number has changed)
"Project Time Management, PMBOK v4: Part 1"
======================= Presentation: Prior to the call, the presentation will appear on the PM Lessons Learned group in Yahoo Groups (note: it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation: The PMP examination is now based on version 4 of the Guide To the Product Management Book of Knowledge (PMBoK). This month's PMP Study call focuses on the Project Time Management knowledge area as laid out in Version 4. There are changes in this area. Dana Safford, PMP, will provide insight and practical examples of everything you need to know to building your critical knowledge mass and pass the PMP exam on the first attempt.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Conference Dial-in: (712) 432-0175, Access Code: 767 616# (Notice the number has changed)
PMlessonsLearned.com: Project Managers helping Project Managers to make a difference!
Topic: "Project Time Management, PMBOK v4: Part 1"
Who: Presenter is Dana Safford, Complex Problem Manager, PMP, MCSE, Global Solutions Engineering, Hewlett Packard Company
Hosted by: Dana Safford, Complex Problem Manager, PMP
When: Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 9 PM (Eastern US) (GMT-5)
Where: Conference Dial-in: (712) 432-0175, Access Code: 767 616# (Notice the number has changed)
"Project Time Management, PMBOK v4: Part 1"
======================= Presentation: Prior to the call, the presentation will appear on the PM Lessons Learned group in Yahoo Groups (note: it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation: The PMP examination is now based on version 4 of the Guide To the Product Management Book of Knowledge (PMBoK). This month's PMP Study call focuses on the Project Time Management knowledge area as laid out in Version 4. There are changes in this area. Dana Safford, PMP, will provide insight and practical examples of everything you need to know to building your critical knowledge mass and pass the PMP exam on the first attempt.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Conference Dial-in: (712) 432-0175, Access Code: 767 616# (Notice the number has changed)
PMlessonsLearned.com: Project Managers helping Project Managers to make a difference!
Presentation: Prior to the call, the presentation will appear on the PM Lessons Learned group in Yahoo Groups (note: it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation: In this presentation we explore the importance of Project Managers also being Project Leaders.
What does it mean to be a leader? How does a Project Manager become a Project Leader? What is the value of becoming a leader?
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Last Nights Job shop call "Are you addicted to a paycheck & other consideration
for 2010. We had a great conference call last night.
Kim and Maggie from Vega Consulting where all charged up on the call and I left
re-energized. Thanks Kim and Maggie.
As a reminder you can always listen the last podcast recorded by calling the
number below. Let me know your thoughts and have a great week. -Scott Percival
Listen to last confcall recording:
Notice the number has changed
(712) 432-0179 Access Code: 767 616#
What: FREE PM Job Shop Conference Call
Topic: "Are you addicted to a paycheck & other considerations for you 2010 job
search?"
PMlessonsLearned.com PMJobShop host: Scott Percival
When: Thursday January 14, 2010 at 9pm Eastern time
Where: Conference Dial-in: (712) 432-0175 Access Code: 767 616#
Notice the number has changed
Presentation: None available for this call
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Abstract of the presentation:
Maggie DaRonco and Kim Shand from Vega Consulting bring a unique perspective on
the job search. Join us tonight for our first call of the New Year as Maggie and
Kim answer the question "Are you addicted to a paycheck & other considerations
for you 2010 job search?"
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About our presenter Vega Consulting
Vega Consulting Solutions was named for a triangle of stars that, to us,
symbolizes the equality and interdependence of our clients, our company, and our
consultants. At the same time this triangle represents the working relationship
between recruiters, sales and consultants.
Our industry, more than many, requires the ability to think like an entrepreneur
and still be effective in a team. Vega embodies an entrepreneurial spirit while
maintaining the team based culture that has been fundamental to our success.
We have refined an appropriate blend of people, experience, infrastructure, and
quality to help support the growth of our team members without suffocating them
under layers of management, rules, and restrictions. Our priorities are simple
and universal for every employee: personal growth; professional development; and
financial security. Many consulting companies claim to be "full service"
providers to their clients. But how many companies strive to be a full service
solution for their employees? Vega Consulting Solutions can help you meet these
varied, and critical, business needs.
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About the Conference Call:
Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long
distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies
allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Conference Dial-in: (269) 320-8300 Access Code: 767 616#
PMlessonsLearned.com: Project Managers helping Project Managers to make a
difference!
IT Project Management has been ranked the #5 Best Job in America!
Take a look at the article: http://bit.ly/6BYoMj
Join PMlessonslearned.com in spreading the news! Our group is totally made up of
volunteers and our main goals are to help you obtain your PMP Certification,
improve your PM proficiency, and further your PM career! All at no cost to you!
Take a look at the links on the left side of our website at PMlessonsLearned.com
and join our yahoo group.
PMlessonsLearned.com - All Volunteers, Project Managers helping Project Managers
make a difference
Please join the PMLessonsLearned weekly study group tonight (Jan. 12th) at 9:00pm EST as Sid Ramachandran discusses his recent experience in taking (and passing) PMI's Project Management Professional (PMP) exam.Sid cannot discuss specific questions or information about the exam but he is going to tell us how he prepared and what resources he found most valuable.Call in information can be found at http://www.PMLessonsLearned.com , If you are interested in becoming a member of this weekly virtual study group please send an email to PMPstudy@... .
PMlessonsLearned.com is now on Twitter!
Follow us on Twitter @PMlessons
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Use #PMLL in your tweets!
HAPPY 2010 too all our PMlessonsLearned.com followers and members!
2009 has been a busy and productive year for everyone involved at PM Lessons
Learned, and during this holiday time it's important that we take a moment to
thank all of our volunteers and participants that contributed to that success.
The following information is all about the many services that our 100% volunteer
organization makes available to all at no cost. Thank you to all of our
volunteers who have made this possible!
During 2009 we have:
Conducted 2 All Member conference calls
Conducted 13 PMP Exam Study Group conference calls
Conducted 10 PM Job Shop conference calls
Conducted 12 PM Best Practices conference calls
Conducted many weekly PMP Exam Virtual Study Group conference calls
Posted 37 podcasts on the PMLessonslearned.com website
Reached 76,465 total podcast downloads
Reached people in at least 18 different countries
Connected with as many as 398 simultaneous RSS subscribers
Increased our PM Lessons Learned yahoo group members to 1,613
Increased our PM Lessons Learned LinkedIn.com group members to a total of 582
Increased our PMJobShop LinkedIn.com group members to a total of 147
And a special thanks to those volunteers listed below:
Podcast Editors (# of podcasts)
Carolyn Collins (2)
Jonathan (10)
Marian Collins-Steding (7)
Satya Malyala (9)
Venkat R, Chavakula (11)
Podcast QA (# of podcasts)
Steve Rabbe (34)
Henry Will, PMP (3)
Website Posts (# postings)
Bart A. Zoni (14)
Henry Will, PMP (34)
Podcasts Posts to website (# postings)
Henry Will, PMP (37)
Conference Call/Podcast Host (# of podcasts hosted)
Dana Safford, PMP (10)
David Radkovich, PMP (3)
Richard Kroh (1)
Scott Percival (9)
Henry Will, PMP (14)
Virtual Study Group Hosts
David Radkovich, PMP
Joe D.
Podcast Write-ups (# of write-ups)
Lynn Moore (21)
Volunteer Coordinator
Richard Kroh
Stats (Podcast download count)
Magesh Puvananthiran
Presenters (all volunteered their time)
David Radkovich, PMP; Dana Safford, PMP; Scott Percival; Marilyn
Ginsberg-Finner; Tom Mattus; Frank Saladis, PMP; Rod Colσn; Kevin J.J. Aguanno,
PMP; Stephen J Connelly; Cynthia Clark; Frank Saladis, PMP; Jon Hadley; Joseph
A. Lukas, PMP, PE, CCE; Charlene Watler; Kevin Aguanno, PMP, MAPM; Kim Shand;
Maggie DaRonco; Dr. Sally Wright; Drenda Theriault, PMP; Martin Czebotar; Henry
Will, PMP
Thanks again to everyone for making PMLessons Learned a success in 2009!
But since PMLessons Learned is a volunteer run group, we are always looking for
volunteers to help share in the workload each week. We are currently seeking:
1. Podcast editors - you just need a PC and to load some open source ("free")
software we use. We give you full directions on how to do this.
2. Webmaster backup - a person to act as a backup webmaster for when people are
on vacation
3. Speaker contact and scheduling - we could use someone to locate great
speakers, contact them to speak, and keep the schedule updated.
4. Volunteer PMs for our "PMLL Volunteer Corps" This is a new initiative to
establish a group of PMs that would do volunteer work for non-profits. We are
hoping to use this model to accomplish a few main goals: provide volunteer PM
services to non-profits, provide opportunities PMs to give-back, Provide
opportunities for new PMs to gain PM experience (and to be mentored), and
provide opportunities for seasoned PMs to provide mentoring to new PMs. We need
volunteers willing to commit an agreed (you decide) number of hours per week and
an agreed (you decide) length of time toward one or more of the following:
a. Volunteers to initiate and coordinate the program
b. Experienced PMs willing to actively mentor new PMs
c. New PM's willing to manage or co-manage the projects while being mentored by
a seasoned PM
d. Experienced PMs desiring to manage a project with or without mentoring
e. Volunteers to find non-profits needing PM help and to define the projects
Volunteering with PMLessonsLearned is a great way to give back to others while
increasing you personal skill set around project management, if you would like
to volunteer please use the contact us link on our website
(PMlessonsLearned.com) or reply to one of our yahoo group emails. If we don't
get back to you, then maybe emails are blocked, so please contact us on our next
conference call.
Happy New Year!
MERRY CHRISTMAS, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year to all of our
PMlessonsLearned.com followers and members!
As the founder and leader of PMlessonsLearned.com, I pray that you'll all enjoy
the very best that the holidays offer!
For those who would like to understand more about the true meaning of Christmas,
here is a link you may find helpful. And, I'm always available if you have any
questions.
http://www.christiananswers.net/christmas/home.html
I know that we have members of all different cultures and beliefs and would
enjoy hearing from you all too.
As we approach the new year, our volunteers (we're all volunteers) are putting
together some statistics to show you all what we've accomplished as a group this
year. We'll be publishing the information in a few days.
In the meantime, enjoy this special time of the year!
Sincerely,
Henry Will, PMP
Kim Shand and Maggie DaRonco from Vega consulting have graciously volunteered to
host a PM Lessons Learned Holiday party.
Vega Consulting has been a great friend to PMLessonslearned throughout the
years.
Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
If you desire to attend and can attend, then please respond back to this email
by Thursday Morning 8am Eastern time so we can plan accordingly.
This will be a great opportunity to celebrate our accomplishments and meet team
Vega as well as some of the other PM Lessons Learned board members.
When: Thursday December 10th, 2009 6:00Pm eastern time
Where: Mountain Lakes NJ 07046 (USA)
We will send the exact location only to the first 14 people responding to this
email stating that they can and want to attend.
You will be responsible for your own transportation. Please don't ask for
directions/transportation, you can search maps.google.com for that information.
Please Respond to this email only if you are able and desire to attend. Only
the first 14 people will be contacted and invited.
Do not call Vega about this party, but if you desire to contact a reputable
recruiting service, Please contact either Kim Shand or Maggie DaRonco at Vega
Consulting Solutions, Inc. Phone: 800-810-VEGA (8342)
Presentation: Prior to the call, the presentation will appear on the PM Lessons Learned group in Yahoo Groups (note: it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation:
Version 4 of the Guide To The Product Management Book of Knowledge (PMBoK) only minimally touches on the methods used to select projects. However, the exam still contains project selection questions. This month's PMP Study call focuses on project selection techniques. There are changes from PMBoK v3 in this area. Dana Safford, PMP, will provide insight and practical examples of everything you need to know to building your critical knowledge mass and pass the PMP exam on the first attempt.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Tonight is the last PMlessonsLearned.com PM-Best-Practice call for 2009.
(we take off the month of December each year for the holidays)
So, we're calling on PMs to share their 2009 Lessons Learned.
Please show up on the call at 9pm Eastern time.
Please take just a few minutes of your time to share a lesson learned that might
help out some other PMs that can learn from your experience!
When: Tonight Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 9pm Eastern time
Where: Conference Dial-in: (269) 320-8300 Access Code: 767 616#
Thank you!
PMlessonsLearned.com: Project Managers helping Project Managers to make a
difference!
"Open Discussion of Lessons Learned by Project Managers in 2009"
This special call will be a panel discussion, all are welcome and encouraged to participate.
This will be an opportunity to talk through your most challenging experiences, get advice on pressing issues, and educate others on what has worked well for you in 2009.
If you are interested in participating on the panel and earning PDUs, you must reserve your space before the call.
What: FREE PM Lessons Learned Conference Call (PM Best Practices)
Topic: "Open Discussion of Lessons Learned by Project Managers in 2009"
Hosted by: Henry Will, PMP; Founder and Leader of PMlessonsLearned.com
When: Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 9pm Eastern time
Note: everyone is invited to join in the discussion (even if you just want to listen in), but if you want to be a panelist, you must contact us in advance via the "contact us" link at pmlessonslearned.com
Also, if you are a podcast listener, send you comments and questions in advance of the call by using the "contact us" link at pmlessonslearned.com
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About the Conference Call:
Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
What: FREE PM Job Shop Conference Call Topic: " Open Forum A Question not asked is a door not opened" PMlessonsLearned.com PMJobShop host: Scott Percival When: Thursday November 12, 2009 at 9pm Eastern time Where: Conference Dial-in: (269) 320-8300 Access Code: 767 616#
Open Discussion
Presentation: None available for this call
======================= Abstract of the presentation: One of the aspects of networking that I learned to appreciate is the incredible knowledge of others and how willing they are to help if only asked. Most conference calls the conversation center around 2-3 individuals. When I review the call log I find 20 people who prefer to listen and learn. Tonight is an open forum to ask those on the call about their experiences with the job search. What is working and what has not. Talking to others that are sharing similar issues will stimulate the discovery of new questions, new possibilities and may guide you towards the next steps in your job search. It has helped me to resolve problems, plan next steps, and invigorate my thought process. Think of this as high powered brain storming. The sum of the many is greater then the one. It is questions that have the most power to open doors and your mind to fresh thinking, new possibilities, and innovative solutions.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Looking for a previous podcast to help you prepare for the PMP Exam? Or to help you land that perfect job? Or to help you tackle a difficult project management problem?
LOOK NO FURTHER!
We have just finished posting all previous podcasts from our very first one to the latest "PMLL All Member Call" on 10/22.
To find them, just look on the left-hand side of the PMLessonslearned website under "Links" for:
What: FREE PM Job Shop Conference Call
Topic: " Open Forum A Question not asked is a door not opened"
PMlessonsLearned.com PMJobShop host: Scott Percival
When: Thursday November 12, 2009 at 9pm Eastern time
Where: Conference Dial-in: (269) 320-8300 Access Code: 767 616#
Open Discussion
Presentation: None available for this call
=======================
Abstract of the presentation:
One of the aspects of networking that I learned to appreciate is the incredible
knowledge of others and how willing they are to help if only asked. Most
conference calls the conversation center around 2-3 individuals. When I review
the call log I find 20 people who prefer to listen and learn. Tonight is an open
forum to ask those on the call about their experiences with the job search. What
is working and what has not. Talking to others that are sharing similar issues
will stimulate the discovery of new questions, new possibilities and may guide
you towards the next steps in your job search. It has helped me to resolve
problems, plan next steps, and invigorate my thought process. Think of this as
high powered brain storming. The sum of the many is greater then the one. It is
questions that have the most power to open doors and your mind to fresh
thinking, new possibilities, and innovative solutions.
=======================
About the Conference Call:
Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long
distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies
allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Conference Dial-in: (269) 320-8300 Access Code: 767 616#
PMlessonsLearned.com: Project Managers helping Project Managers to make a
difference!
Presentation: Prior to the call, the presentation will appear on the PM Lessons Learned group in Yahoo Groups (note: it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation: The PMP examination is now based on version 4 of the Guide To the Product Management Book of Knowledge (PMBoK). This month's PMP Study call focuses on the Project Scope Management knowledge area as laid out in Version 4. There are changes in this area. Dana Safford, PMP, will provide insight and practical examples of everything you need to know to building your critical knowledge mass and pass the PMP exam on the first attempt.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
PMlessonsLearned.com founder and PM Best Practices host: Henry Will, PMP
Date of Conference Call: October 22, 2009
PRESENTATION: Given the success of our previous "All Member" call back in May, we are hosting another for current members and others interested in PMLessonsLearned.com
Our agenda will include:
Vision and Mission of PMLessonslearned.com
Latest information from our three monthly conference calls
1st Thurs: PMP Exam Study Group
2nd Thurs: PM JOB SHOP
3rd Thurs: PM Lessons Learned - PM Best Practices
Information on our weekly Virtual PMP Exam study group
Potential New Programs
Mentoring Program
Service Program
Volunteer Opportunities
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Prior to the conference call:
What would you like to know or like us to cover? What questions or suggestions do you have? Please reply to this email with any comments/questions in advance of the call.
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About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
We highly recommend that you join the free PM Lessons Learned Yahoo group in order to get announcements of our calls and other information to further your PM career.Join the Yahoo Group here: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pmLessonsLearned
In addition, if you're looking for a PM job, we invite you to join our FREE PM Job Shop conference calls.Join the Yahoo Group here: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pmjobshop
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MP3 / Podcast: MP3 or Listen on Internet Archive or Listen on OurMedia or subscribe to our podcast on iTunes.If you're studying for the PMP Exam, you may want to listen to the MP3s of past PMP Exam Study Group conference calls. They're located in our Archive (see the link on our website).
PMLessonsLearned.com - Project Managers helping Project Managers to make a difference. Open to all.
Presentation: The presentation will appear prior to the call. The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation:
CMMI vs. Lean Six Sigma What's it all about? Why's and What's of Lean Six Sigma NG L6Ο Program What is 6Ο? What is "Lean"? Differences between CMMI and 6Ο
======================= About the Presenters:
Marilyn Ginsberg-Finner has worked in the telecommunications and defense industries, performing, managing, and consulting on process improvement, SQA, and other topics. She served on 6σ teams and led and contributed to successful CMMI appraisals. Marilyn is currently with Northrop Grumman, as a process consultant for US Army Software Engineering Center at Fort Monmouth. She is a Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE), Senior member American Society for Quality (ASQ), member NJ SPIN, IEEE-CS, and has served as Program Chair Jersey SIGAda, and a member of the IEEE Software Engineering Standards Executive Committee and the ISO US Technical Advisory Group.
Doug Smith has been the Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Black Belt responsible for Quality Improvement at Northrop Grumman's IT Sector. In addition to teaching Lean Six Sigma and leading LSS teams, he provides engineering and management expertise to projects and proposals. For more than half of his 28 years in software development and project management, Doug has used continuous improvement techniques and the Software Engineering Institute's Capability Maturity Models, with emphasis on metrics, statistical process control, estimation, project management, peer reviews, and model-based assessments. He has led organizations to CMMI Level 5 certification in three different SCAMPI assessments. Doug's software development background is in service-oriented, object-oriented, and web-based systems, primarily in C, C++, and Java. His functional areas of expertise include document imaging, computer graphics, command and control systems, and military manpower management. Doug has presented at conferences and published in journals on metrics, process improvement, computer graphics, and software engineering, including the 2008 John Wiley/IEEE Computer Society Press book, Practical Support for Lean Six Sigma Software Process Definition, and was a subject matter expert for development of the IEEE Computer Society's "Certified Software Development Associate" (CSDA) Learning System. Doug has taught at military and civilian schools and colleges, and is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U S Marine Corps Reserve. Doug received a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Naval Postgraduate School and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Duke University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. He is ITIL v3 Foundation certified, and is a member of IEEE and the IEEE Computer Society.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
I added an extra dot to my email address . The correct address should be davidradkovich@optonline.net. Sorry for the inconvenience.
----- Original Message ----- From: "Bart A.Z" Date: Monday, October 12, 2009 8:34 pm Subject: [pmlessonslearned.com] "Tips and Tricks for Tracking Status and Earned Value" by David Radkovich To: pmlessonslearned@yahoogroups.com
> > PMLL member David Radkovich (founder of our PMP study groups) > will be > presenting at the NJ Chapter of The Association for the > Advancement of > Cost Engineering (AACEi) on Oct. 22nd. > > The topic of the presentation is Tips and Tricks for Tracking > Status and > Earned Value Using Microsoft Project. > > To be held at Lone Star Steakhouse in Bridgewater, NJ. > > AACEi is the leading-edge professional society for cost > estimators, cost > engineers, schedulers, project managers, and project control > specialists. Many members of AACEi have their roots in the > construction industry. And unlike the PMI meetings these > meeting have a > much smaller turnout and afford an excellent opportunity to > network. > Although focused on earned value, there will be lots of general > tips for > how to track progress in MS Project. If you are interested in > learningmore about AACEi or attending the presentation please > contact David at > david.radkovich@... > . > > AACEi NJ Monthly Meeting > > WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 22 @ 6:30 PM > > WHERE: The Alamo Room @ Lone Star Steakhouse, 970 US Highway > 22, > Bridgewater NJ 08877 -- phone: (908) 526-8177 > > > >
PMLL member David Radkovich (founder of our PMP study groups) will be presenting at the NJ Chapter of The Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACEi) on Oct. 22nd.
The topic of the presentation is Tips and Tricks for Tracking Status and Earned Value Using Microsoft Project.
To be held at Lone Star Steakhouse in Bridgewater, NJ.
AACEi is the leading-edge professional society for cost estimators, cost engineers, schedulers, project managers, and project control specialists. Many members of AACEi have their roots in the construction industry. And unlike the PMI meetings these meeting have a much smaller turnout and afford an excellent opportunity to network. Although focused on earned value, there will be lots of general tips for how to track progress in MS Project. If you are interested in learning more about AACEi or attending the presentation please contact David at david.radkovich@....
AACEi NJ Monthly Meeting
WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 22 @ 6:30 PM
WHERE: The Alamo Room @ Lone Star Steakhouse, 970 US Highway 22, Bridgewater NJ 08877 -- phone: (908) 526-8177
Presentation: The presentation will appear prior to the call. The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation:
CMMI vs. Lean Six Sigma What's it all about? Why's and What's of Lean Six Sigma NG L6Ο Program What is 6Ο? What is "Lean"? Differences between CMMI and 6Ο
======================= About the Presenters:
Marilyn Ginsberg-Finner has worked in the telecommunications and defense industries, performing, managing, and consulting on process improvement, SQA, and other topics. She served on 6σ teams and led and contributed to successful CMMI appraisals. Marilyn is currently with Northrop Grumman, as a process consultant for US Army Software Engineering Center at Fort Monmouth. She is a Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE), Senior member American Society for Quality (ASQ), member NJ SPIN, IEEE-CS, and has served as Program Chair Jersey SIGAda, and a member of the IEEE Software Engineering Standards Executive Committee and the ISO US Technical Advisory Group.
Doug Smith has been the Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Black Belt responsible for Quality Improvement at Northrop Grumman's IT Sector. In addition to teaching Lean Six Sigma and leading LSS teams, he provides engineering and management expertise to projects and proposals. For more than half of his 28 years in software development and project management, Doug has used continuous improvement techniques and the Software Engineering Institute's Capability Maturity Models, with emphasis on metrics, statistical process control, estimation, project management, peer reviews, and model-based assessments. He has led organizations to CMMI Level 5 certification in three different SCAMPI assessments. Doug's software development background is in service-oriented, object-oriented, and web-based systems, primarily in C, C++, and Java. His functional areas of expertise include document imaging, computer graphics, command and control systems, and military manpower management. Doug has presented at conferences and published in journals on metrics, process improvement, computer graphics, and software engineering, including the 2008 John Wiley/IEEE Computer Society Press book, Practical Support for Lean Six Sigma Software Process Definition, and was a subject matter expert for development of the IEEE Computer Society's "Certified Software Development Associate" (CSDA) Learning System. Doug has taught at military and civilian schools and colleges, and is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U S Marine Corps Reserve. Doug received a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Naval Postgraduate School and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Duke University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. He is ITIL v3 Foundation certified, and is a member of IEEE and the IEEE Computer Society.
======================= About the Conference Call: Conference call participation is free and questions are encouraged. Long distance charges may apply depending on your carrier - some cell phone companies allow free long distance after certain times in the evenings.
Presentation: The presentation will appear prior to the call (note: it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================== Abstract of the presentation: The PMP examination is now based on version 4 of the Guide To the Product Management Book of Knowledge (PMBoK). This month's PMP Study call focuses on the Project Procurement Management knowledge area as laid out in Version 4. There are numerous changes in this area. Dana Safford, PMP, will provide insight and practical examples of everything you need to know to building your critical knowledge mass and pass the PMP exam on the first attempt.
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PMlessonsLearned.com members:
As you know, we've updated our slogan this year to:
PMlessonsLearned.com: Project Managers helping Project Managers Make a
Difference!
After all, why are we involved in project management if it isn't to be able to
make a difference in this world?
We are planning another all-member conference call on October 22, 2009 where we
will talk more about ways we can all make a difference.
In the meantime, here are a few opportunities for you to make a difference if
you like. Of course, your participation is optional.
1) We have used freeconferencecall.com for our free conference call hosting for
more than 2 years now. It would be great if some of our members would like to
support them in this charity effort that they are involved with - here's an
email they sent recently:
FreeConferenceCall.com would like your support!
We are sponsoring a 5k Race for an organization of Long Beach, California called
Children Today.
Children Today is a non-profit organization enriching the lives of homeless kids
in the Long Beach community.
Help us meet our goal of $10,000. We'll match every every dollar you donate and
send you a free water bottle!
If you are a Long Beach resident and happen to be in the area please come out
and support this event. We would love to meet you!
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Saturday October 10, 2009 at 9 am PST
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2) Henry Will, PMLL Founder, is walking in a cancer walk-a-thon "Making Strides"
- His wife had cancer 5 years ago and is a survivor.
Don't feel obligated, but it is a good cause to support.
Visit his page for the walk-a-thon at the web address:
http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/MakingStridesAgainstBreastCancer/MSABCFY10East\
ern?px=1180518&pg=personal&fr_id=19797&fl=en_US&et=KwfGnvukP8WGzIWMTwu56Q..&s_ta\
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We just published more of our FREE podcasts - they're all free - they're all informative.
We now have 73 free podcasts you can listen to and we're working on more!
You can listen on your Computer or on your MP3 Player. Here is a list of these newly published webcasts.
PMLL 0063 PMBOK Communications Management - PMP Exam Study subgroup confcall from 02Apr2009 (notes, MP3, Internet Archive, and Ourmedia)
PMLL 0064 The Job Market and You - PM Job Shop Group conference call from 09Apr2009 (notes, MP3, Internet Archive, and Ourmedia)
PMLL 0065 Successfully Manage Your Project Risks - PM Best Practices sub-group conference call from 16Apr2009 (notes, MP3, Internet Archive, and Ourmedia)
Once there, look down the list of links on the left side of the page for the link that reads ARCHIVE of Past Call Audio (MP3/Podcasts) to get a list of all available podcasts.
Then look a little further down for a link that reads Files and Presentations which explains how to access the presentation materials to go along with the podcast.
Also while there, learn how you can join us regularly at 9 P.M. on the first three Thursday evenings of each month for our live webcasts - PM Study, PM Job Shop and PM Best Practices.
PMlessonsLearned.com: PMs helping PMs make a difference! We're all volunteers and the group is open to all! Join our Yahoo and linked in groups!
Presentation:
If a presentation is available, it will appear prior to the call (note:
it may not be posted until just before the call). The directions to
obtain the presentation are at PMlessonsLearned.com - on the left hand
side of the webpage follow the link titled "Files and Presentations" to
see directions for obtaining the presentation.
======================= Abstract of the presentation: In
this thought provoking presentation Frank and Tom will highlight where
we have been as Project Managers and where we have to go in order to
thrive and survive. Insights into dealing with teams and stakeholders
in other hemispheres as well as how you can personally handle these
turbulent times will be addressed.
======================= About the Presenters:
Tom Mattus: Tom is the president and founder of Successful Strategies International, Inc. (SSI) (http://www.ssi-learn.com/).
For over ten years, SSI has been a successful training, leadership and
mentoring organization that specializes in Project Management and
Leadership Development.As a corporate officer of SSI, American Express
and other training companies, Tom has worked with such Fortune 1000
companies as Johnson & Johnson Worldwide, L-3 Communications,
American Electric Power, Ingram Micro, Baker Hughes, Pearson PLC, New
York Power Authority, Federal Express, Standard Charter Bank, Marriott
International, Cablevision, Motorola University, Dendrite, and many
others to help resolve their project management and leadership needs,
thus improving quality and performance. As an instructor, Tom has
facilitated courses on such topics as Project Management, Supervisory
and Sales Management. Tom has published several articles in PMI
publications, websites and has released his new book, Boss Talk in the
21st Century, A Leadership Guide.Tom has his undergraduate degree from
Widener University and his MBA from Lehigh University.
Frank Saladis:
Frank is President of Project Imaginers Inc., a PM consulting firm. He
is an author and national speaker on the subject of project management
(having spoken at numerous PMI events and chapters). In 2006, The
Project Management Institute (PMI, website is pmi.org)
awarded Frank with the Linn Stuckenbruck Person of the Year Award! He
is the originator of the International Project Management Day and past
president of the New York City chapter of PMI. His numerous credentials
also include his being co-publisher of the internationally distributed
newsletter for allPM.com, a contributor to the allPM.com website, and a masters certificate in Commercial Project Management from George Washington University.
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