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Answers to PMO questions from a real-world hiring manager
Working in, or leading, a project management office (PMO) is different than strictly being a project manager (PM). A PMO team can face enterprise-level risk, change and issues management, process management, business issues and more. For project managers, it can also provide an environment to develop leadership skills.
But not all PMOs are created equal. That’s why we wanted to hear directly from an expert managing his own PMO.
Read MoreThe value of gratitude in the midst of a pandemic
Living through the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on everyone’s stress-levels, anxiety, depression and fear. Gratitude is a great aid to reducing these feelings.
Read MoreHow to manage projects with remote teams
At Synergis, my colleagues and I are continuously learning about our industry and the skillsets we recruit candidates for. It is essential to the success of our efforts of matching talent with the right opportunities. That’s why the company sponsors and encourages us to attend seminars, webinars, conference, meetups, etc. when it fits in our wheelhouse.
Read More7 common UX misconceptions revealed
UX, or user experience, can be a confusing and daunting topic. Many people have a tough time explaining what designing for a user experience means, or what a UX Designer actually does.
Read MoreAtlanta CIO: “you’re not just an IT leader, you’re a business leader”
The Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) Atlanta chapter held its flagship event on September 24 with some key IT leaders in Atlanta. This was the first time the CIO Roundtable was done in a virtual environment, but it was no less insightful!
Read MoreUX jobs and dating…are they really that different?
When it comes to UX, it’s never one size fits all. When I talk with designers, I always talk about UX like it’s a spectrum. It’s everything from UX Research to Visual Design. As a UX Designer, where do you fall into that spectrum? It’s never as cut and dry as you think. Sure, there are consultants out there who can do end-to-end UX design. But truly, it’s never a simple plug and play.
Read MoreMust-have UX skills (and a few to give you a leg up)
When it comes to usability testing, did you know that testing with just five users can find up to 85% of the issues? I didn’t either until I started working with User Experience (UX) candidates a few years ago. They opened my eyes to all kinds of nuances of this fascinating and fast-growing field.
Read MoreOur chat with Sr. Account Executive, Sofia Krasny
Let’s get to know the professionals at Synergis that help match job opportunities with top talent. This month, we sat down with Sofia Krasny, Sr. Account Executive, who works from our office in Atlanta.
Read MoreHow to market yourself as an Instructional Designer
With the ever-changing and evolving landscape of the Learning and Development (L&D) field as well as our recent economic shift, it’s more important than ever to know how to market yourself to hiring managers and recruiters when looking for new opportunities.
Read MoreHow to make your L&D resume and portfolio stand out
Since the beginning of my career with Synergis, recruiting for and networking with learning and development talent has been one of the best parts of my job. I leave every conversation having learned something and I enjoy speaking to professionals who are so incredibly passionate about what they do.
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