Tag: womeninPM

Visibility is key! 

I believe that men and women both have the skills to be exceptional project managers. So if we all have the capability to be exceptional project managers, why is there still a big gap in the numbers of men and women in the profession? The answer to this question is complicated. Here are some things to nconsider.

From Equations to Empowerment

Interview with Dr. Patricia Domínguez Marín by Alexander Sheludenkov. Your profile is striking - a PhD in mathematics, a career in project management consulting, and a substantial volunteering record with PMI. Was any of this planned? You see it as very special, but for me it feels natural. I loved mathematics as a child, and when I started thinking about what to study at university, it was the obvious choice. And once I was there, I always enjoyed the idea of going further, so the PhD followed. At the time I was investing in it, it felt like something enjoyable, not like work or a burden.

Strategies for Success: Tips and Insights for Women Pursuing Project Management Careers in Tech

Women tend to be more empathetic, efficient multitaskers, and highly responsible in completing tasks. They are also excellent communicators, proactive, and willing to take on additional responsibilities such as organizing team-building events, preparing presentations, and generating reports. These are all essential qualities that a leader should possess, regardless of whether they are a project manager or department head. Therefore, I remain hopeful that such stereotypes will eventually diminish from society’s mindset and I am happy that women play a vital role in this transformative process.

Silver Lining on the Pandemic Cloud

Interview with Priya Patra conducted by Aneta Wereszczak. Priya, at PMI Mumbai Chapter, you perform a role of the Vice President – Outreach. Please tell us more about that role. Thank you for the question. I lead the Outreach portfolio within the PMI Mumbai Chapter. We a group of 20 volunteers are engaged in reaching out to Corporates, Non-Profits and Youth to evangelize Project Management.