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 Need to Know  Welcome: 
Welcome from NJ Chapter President Mark Barash. View
his latest monthly video on YouTube. New Members:  Welcome
to PMINJ! Join our family, make connections, let us
know how we can assist in your professional journey. Membership Milestones:  We
congratulate PMINJ members who have reached another
milestone of partnering with us to continue growing
the Project Management profession. New Certificate Holders: 
Congratulations to those PMINJ members who have
recently attained new PMI certifications. You did it!
Let PMINJ help you take your career to the next level.
New Board Members:  
The following new Board members have been appointed:
Chapter DEI Pledge: When visiting the chapter DEI page, members can read about PMINJ’s commitment to inclusion, link to resources, and view recent events. What’s New At PMI: 
Stay current with the latest news and developments
from PMI. A range of useful info, videos, and
certification courses are listed on the chapter
website. Visit the page to learn what’s new, ways to
earn PDUs, and the many ways to get involved with the
PMI profession. Student Membership:  Do you
know a student who will benefit from being a part of
the PMINJ chapter? If so, tell them that students can
join the chapter Free with PMI Membership of $32. |
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Monthly Program: 
November’s program, “Leading People and Building
Productive Project Teams in the Post Pandemic World”
will explore the challenges of building teams when in
a hybrid work environment. Speaker John Censor, CEO
PCI Global Inc. provides project management and
Leadership training to fortune 500 executives and
managers. He has presented to PMI Global Conference
twice, and gamifies learning by embedding games into
classes and webinars. Follow the link above for what
is certain to be a dynamic session on 19 Nov - 7:00 to
9:00 PM.
Life Sciences LCI: 
The Life Sciences LCI is holding a virtual seminar on
13 Nov at 7PM, titled "An Overview of Pharmaceutical
Development – The Bridge from Discovery to R&Ds".
The seminar will include an understanding of the
primary functions involved in Pharmaceutical Product
Development, how the project manager collaborates in
that development, as well as an introduction to the
scientific and technical terms used in this process.
The seminar will be conducted by Jason Bronfeld,
formerly of Bristol Myers Squibb, supporting IT for
R&D, including his role as DIO of Product
Development Informatics. The one-hour, virtual session
is free to members. Click the link to learn more and
to register. Empowering Women In Leadership LCI Book Club: 
The most successful women make decisions differently,
set goals differently, and bounce back from adversity
differently. The difference is not so much about the
steps they take, but how they think in the face of
obstacles and opportunities on the path to success.
The truth is, scientific studies are proving what the
ancient wisdom of Scripture has shown all along: You
are what you think. Join the book club discussion on
14 Nov at 7:00. Networking LCI: 
20 Nov join the Networking LCI as Joey Himelfarb
discusses "Selling Yourself and Influencing Others".
Join us for a thought-provoking, highly interactive,
and entertaining program that will demystify your
views of selling and help you to better sell yourself.
Construction LCI: 
The Construction LCI will feature the "JFK Expansion
Project" on 21 Nov. JFK is one of the busiest airports
in the nation and is an indispensable part of global
travel and the region’s economy. This presentation
will provide an overview of the various construction
projects and project delivery methods included as part
of the Redevelopment Program. PMINJ Chapter Calendar: 
You can view the full list of PMINJ events, Meetups,
and other partnering chapter's meetings, by reviewing
the chapter’s Google Calendar. Remember to add the
chapter calendar to your Google Calendar or consult
the calendar regularly for the most up to date info
and events. Speaker Solicitation: 
Do you have original information to share with an
engaged and curious audience of Project Management
professionals? Or do you want to share at
Corporate and / or Academic events? The chapter
is always looking for speakers who can share Project
Management related content. The updated webpage
provides contacts for the various Chapter
opportunities. |
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PMINJ Social Media:  LinkedIn:
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Have an event to highlight via these social channels, send your content / event to: socialmedia@pminj.org. Support For Job Searches: 
With many of our members in transition, the chapter
recognizes that a job search can be a lonely process.
The aim of the Work Search Buddy program helps ease
the “lonely” aspect of the job search process by
providing the ability to partner with another PMINJ
member who is also in the hunt for a new job. The
program has been modified to allow more concentration
on the support of the search and is a great way to
connect and learn from other chapter members. Mentor Program: 
PMINJ offers free and personalized mentorship to PMINJ
members. The program provides guidance to working
project professionals and is available to all chapter
members. Benefits include expanding your professional
network and earning PDUs. Click the link above to
learn more about being a Mentee or a Mentor. Note:
this program is not intended to assist with Job search
or obtaining the PMP certification. PMP Exam Prep: 
The chapter has partnered with long-time sponsor BTII
Institute, a leader in certification-based management
training, to offer participants one of the best
training courses available at a great value. The
course sessions will be conducted live and online.
Click the link for details about learning goals,
topics covered, the materials you will receive.
Remember that the special member rate is only
available by registering through the PMINJ site.
Registration is now open for the course beginning
December. Registration info, registration deadlines,
and the dates of additional courses available through
February 2025. Peer To Peer Upskilling Training: 
Demystifying Microsoft ProjectFinding Microsoft Project challenging to navigate or seeking to enhance your skills? Join your peers for a comprehensive four-session workshop led by Ashley Turnbull, where you’ll gain valuable insights into project scheduling and resource management as you work on creating a project plan for the 30th Anniversary Dinner Dance Extravaganza. This course is perfect for both beginners and those looking to polish their expertise. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your project management process! 
Jira JumpstartThe Jira Jumpstart course is a fantastic way to learn how to create Scrum and Kanban boards. Jira is a powerful project management tool that helps teams track tasks, customize workflows, and manage agile projects. This course introduces you to features like issue tracking and backlog management. Jira is a wonderful tool that streamlines project planning and execution. Join the Construction LCI: 
Our chapter’s latest LCI serves members in
construction. This initiative aims to bring together
professionals who share a passion for the construction
industry, providing a platform for sharing knowledge,
networking, and professional development. The goal of
the LCI is to equip professionals with the necessary
skills to drive efficiencies in projects, which will
have a positive growth effect across the industry.
Click the link above to get more info about this LCI.
Join the Veterans LCI: 
The Veterans LCI works in cooperation with the PMINJ
Chapter to provide additional value to PMI members and
people in the community with a specific focus on
Veteran’s activities. The LCI will provide a forum to
share common interests and challenges. Learn more
about the LCI by visiting the chapter web page or by
emailing: VeteransInfo@pminj.org.
Join the Special Programs Team: The next Open House is 14 Nov so you can find out more about the team and what the team does. If you’re interested, send an email to SpecialPrograms@pminj.org and you’ll be sent an invitation. Volunteering:  Our PMINJ chapter is strong because
of its committed members. More than ever, we need you
so we can keep the chapter healthy and grow in our
services and offerings. Be involved in supporting the
important work of this chapter. Visit the website to
learn about our volunteer opportunities – and how to
create your own opportunity!PMINJ Chapter Meetup Page: Fall Colors at Duke Farms: 
PMINJ is full of resolute, diligent workers, but
sometimes we need to relax and enjoy ourselves.Join other members on Saturday, 16 Nov from 9am to noon to network and explore Duke Farms in Hillsborough. The location has 1,000+ acres of land with an amazing variety of native species. We will pass by an outdoor sculpture garden, fountains, a waterfall and make a stop at the Orchid Range. Afterwards the plan is to have lunch at the Barn restaurant. Cost: $5 (contribution to be provided to Duke Farms). Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the wonders of nature and spend time with PMINJ members! Sign up via Meetup. |
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Professional Article: 
PMINJ member, Kevin Fredette, poses some simple,
powerful questions to guide PMs in stressful and
pressure-filled situations and how cultivating the
habit of strategic thinking can improve project
leadership. Kevin’s article is titled “Strategic
Thinking for More Effective Life Science Project
Management” and has relevance to everyone who manages
projects. Past PM Articles |
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Support Our SponsorsPMINJ is supported by actively engaged sponsors which offer informative and supportive industry content. Follow these links to learn more about their professional development opportunities and additional services: |
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