The pandemic has fundamentally shifted how people work. While some sectors and regions struggle, others are full of activity. So what does that mean for project leaders and their careers in 2021?
Alice Chow, a director at engineering giant Arup in Hong Kong, China, discusses what she’s seeing on the post-COVID jobs landscape. She also explains why project leaders should strengthen their listening skills.
Lindsay Scott, co-founder of Arras People in London, shares her outlook on job hot spots for this year. The career columnist for PM Network also talks about how project leaders can align their personal risk appetite with career opportunities.
Key themes
[01:04] Uncertainty and opportunity in 2021
[02:32] The 2021 outlook
[04:38] Improving listening skills to better address clients’ needs
[07:46] Analyzing personal risk: Seeking safety or new opportunities in adversity
[12:08] The world of work post-COVID-19
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Career Development — Landing Your Dream Job with guest Manuel Salero Coca, PMP
Innovation - Changing the Game with guest Alice Pollard
Women in Project Leadership - Gaining Ground with guest Jane Canniff
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IBM PM Center of Excellence — Staying Relevant with guest Jim Boland
Transformation — Momentum and Mindset with guest Kevin Murphy
Team Leadership — Maximizing Potential with guest Andy Kaufman
Transformation — Risks and Rewards with guest Kevin Murphy
Culture — Millennials in the Workforce with guest Dana Brownlee
2017 Project of the Year — Complexity and Risk w/ Guest Doug Greenwell
Social Good — Leading Development Projects with guest Jane Canniff
Communication — The Path to Payoff with guest Oren Klaff
Digital Transformation — What It Takes with guest Anand Swaminathan
Creativity — Part of the Process with guest Scott Berkun
Agile Ways — An Ongoing Journey with guest Lauri Bingham
Communication — Pitching Your Projects with guest Oren Klaff
Creativity — Make It Part of Your Toolkit with guest Scott Berkun
Career Development — Your Personal Project with guest Jacqueline Van Pelt, PMP
Artificial Intelligence — Opportunities Ahead with guest Dr. Michael Chui
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