I watched a training on career development; the premise was that project managers should treat their career like a project. And one really stupid comment stuck with me: "salary should not be in your goals. That's like choosing your software before knowing the project requirements."
It was ironic, because one of his goals was "work-life balance at a remote workplace." 🙄
It was a lot of fluff about making lists of what you like to do at work and what you don't, and that somehow translates to finding your dream job. He discouraged using luck-based strategies, in favor of...a luck based strategy of mentoring people who will hopefully inspire you. 🙃
And I'm just like. "Ok, project manager. You haven't accounted for your assumptions."
But also. Knowing your budget is important to being a project manager. There's a minimum budget needed to succeed. If you're not planning that out early, you didn't really plan your project.
And I'm sitting there thinking that next, for me, isn't a reassessment of the tasks I perform. I like the tasks well enough. Next is getting a $50k-70k wage increase, to be in line with the industry average for people with my skills, performing my tasks, at my level of experience in this region. It's a 32 hour work week. And more paid time off.
I don't care if I get a fancy new title. I don't care if it's a more prestigious company. I don't care if there are more interesting challenges. I've grown my skills. It's past time to grow my lifestyle. And that's not going to happen from a like and dislike list, and mentoring people.
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Attitudes Towards Coyotes
Coywolves can live successfully in a variety of habitats (for related information, see my post on range/diet). The primary sources of mortality in the majority of these environments are anthropogenic (i.e., trapping, shooting, car accidents, and poisoning). Poisoning remained a widespread method of predator eradication until 1972, when its use on federal lands was banned in the United States; the use of household rodenticides is, however, still allowed.
Though a portion of the general public has become sympathetic towards these animals in recent years [1-2], deliberate killings still occur on city margins. An example of this was discovered during a 2005 study of a pack of coyotes in eastern Massachusetts [3]. Activity and movement patterns in this study were typical; the coyotes did not kill local pets or physically endanger citizens, but rather increased their nocturnal behavior to avoid people and displayed territorial behavior towards transient individuals. Even so, sightings of the individuals in this pack—Maeve, Jet, and Cour—led to some upset.
All three individuals were found dead during the study; in each case, the cause of death was ruled an anticoagulant pesticide (Brodifacoum, a second-generation poison and active ingredient in some forms of rat poison). Because all three displayed no abnormal behavior in the week leading up to their deaths and all died in less than a week, it is likely that, rather than having eaten poisoned prey, they were purposefully dosed at high concentrations.
Public support for the lethal management of carnivores has noticeably declined over time. Jackman and Way surveyed Cape Cod voters to examine “knowledge of and attitudes toward current coyote hunting policies and practices in Massachusetts” [1, p. 188]. Knowledge was largely limited, with only 40% being aware that Massachusetts has a hunting season for coyotes and 14% being aware that there are no bag limits—meaning a hunter can kill as many coyotes as they want. Responses to the survey indicated that only 23% supported the no-bag limits; the “only group to include majority support (62%)” [1, p. 190] comprised frequent hunters, who represented only a small percentage of the sampled public.
Anyone wishing to determine shifts in attitude towards and/or awareness of coywolves should consider the use of surveys à la Jackman and Way [1]. I wanted to incorporate a survey to determine whether residents of Massachusetts and Pennsylvania (where I am currently based) had noticeably different stances, but I did not give myself enough time to get IRB approval and properly analyze data. I would also recommend a potential partnership with an ecologist and/or biologist. Because I am an anthropologist and have little background in those fields, I was therefore somewhat limited in my view/understanding.
References:
[1] Jackman, J.L. & Way, J.G. (2017). Once I found out: Awareness of and attitudes toward coyote hunting policies in Massachusetts. Human Dimensions of Wildlife, 23(2), 187-195. https://doi.org/10.1080/10871209.2017.1397824
[2] Way, J.G. (2021). Coywolf: Eastern coyote genetics, ecology, management, and politics. Eastern Coyote/Coywolf Research, Barnstable, Massachusetts. www.easterncoyoteresearch.com/Coywolf/
[3] Way, J.G., Cifuni, S.M., Eatough, D.L., & Strauss, E.G. (2006). Rat poison kills a pack of eastern coyotes, Canis latrans, in an urban area. Canadian Field Naturalist, 120(4), 478-480.
TL;DR:
Coywolf mortality is largely anthropogenic
Attitudes towards coywolves have improved over time
Massachusetts and Pennsylvania have no bag limits on coyotes; Pennsylvania has no set hunting season
Hybridization | DNA Analyses | Range & Diet | Behavior & Ecology | Conservation | The Anthropocene
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Best Way to Find Senior Management Jobs
The higher you are on the corporate ladder, the harder your job search becomes. With very few jobs at the top level, it is challenging to find good jobs that suit one's profile. Here are some ways you can find out the best senior management job positions in the industry:
Networking
Networking goes a long way not just for senior executives but also for the common employees. It will help you know about an opportunity beforehand and help in getting into the job market quickly. Reports suggest that about 80 percent of jobs are filled through networking. The network which includes peers, ex-colleagues, and alumni will help in finding out a senior role that suits one interests. LinkedIn is one of the best platforms for these. One of the perks of having a strong network is that you can enquire about new opportunities and ask them for help whenever a new opening comes up.
2. Referrals
Strong references are very important to land a senior role in the market. There was a point when a strong resume and LinkedIn profile were enough to help you land a good job. But now referrals hold as much importance as these. A strong reference gives the hiring manager a confirmation that everything stated in your resume is correct. Just by speaking to the referred person, HR will be able to decide if we are a good fit for the company. Hiring managers value the referrals coming from existing employees very much.
3. Social Media
About 73% of the workforce is employed through networking in social media. LinkedIn and similar platforms help hiring managers search for executives who fit the job description. Active profiles on LinkedIn tend to show up the most for recruiters, implying that a strong online presence is necessary. Commenting on posts and posting your opinions gives the hiring managers the impression that we are knowledgeable in that particular field. It will also help you flaunt your experiences and skills, giving a quick idea to the hiring team of what we are capable of.
4. Promotion
It is necessary to keep attention towards the opportunities that are up for promotion. It is the easiest way to get into a senior management role with the right experience and knowledge. But this requires strong internal connections. Making yourself seen and recognized through different platforms and the events conducted by the firm is essential for the promotions within. Say, for the PMO jobs and related in Dubai, this strategy works better since this lets the decision makers remember you whenever a position opens up, giving you an edge over others competing for the same role.
5. Job Boards and Research
Job boards are equally important as social media to get into a desired position. Though most companies prefer internal promotions to the senior role, browsing through the job boards will help you identify the fewer senior positions advertised. Moreover, it will give an overview of the skills and expertise necessary for the senior roles. Researching about the roles and the company will help one evaluate if they suit the position mentioned.
In fact, thorough research and proper networking can help one land a senior executive role. There is no uniform process to find out the right roles. What works for one might not work for the other. Hence it is necessary to understand what fits you to land the senior roles of your liking.
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Agile development project manager senior
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Surinder Pal Appointed as Senior Deputy General Manager of South Eastern Railway
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Hetal Vyas Farmington Hills, Michigan
Hetal Vyas is an expert project manager with a wealth of experience, spanning over 30 years in the manufacturing industry. His journey started at General Motors, right after he finished his studies at Michigan State University. Hetal stands out in his field, focusing on making projects run smoother and improving processes. He has played a big role in the growth of well-known companies like Whirlpool, Magna International, and Bosch. People admire Hetal for his skill in solving problems efficiently and his strong leadership. He always aims for the best in both work quality and safety. Outside of work, Hetal takes time to guide young professionals and keeps a healthy balance between his professional and personal life. His love for running marathons is a perfect example of this balance.
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