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“Ethics discussions are not always fun,” declared Shobhna Raghupathy, presenting at August Dunwoody Dinner Meeting. Ms. Raghupathy is one of 8 members in PMI’s Ethics Member Advisory Group, or “Ethics MAG.”

All will agree that applied ethics in context can be extremely challenging, and may inspire great controversy as we grapple with such lofty concepts as fairness, honesty, responsibility and respect. Some may even say that it’s fun.

Regardless of emotional perspective, Shobhna’s intent was to impart PMI-style guidance for us as we inevitably face the need to make decisions regarding ethical issues in work and life.

For our work in project management, the best place to start is with PMI’s Code of Ethics, the document that lays the ethical groundwork for us at PMI, sort of like the constitution does in part for our country.

Decision-making is a cognitive process that ends in a choice and results in an action that may impact others. Unavoidably, every leader’s job description includes ethical decision-making. It is best to holistically  view your organization’s culture and operate from within its framework.

The Healthcare Forum invites you to join them as they tour the Philips Respironics’ Kennesaw, GA Facility Wednesday, August 21!  This facility designs and manufactures medical devices for the Home Respiratory Care market. The 130,000 sq. ft. facility is comprised of 296 full-time associates and a temporary work force of 115 to support growth. This FDA-registered facility houses Manufacturing, Distribution, New Product Development, Research and Development, Quality Assurance, Global Sourcing, and a Service Center. Manufacturing includes high-volume/mixed model as well as low-volume/mixed model production lines, ranging from electromechanical assembly to machining and metal fabrication.

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The Professional Growth Session: “Telecommunication on the Rise” panel focused on the telecommunications industry, the current needs, trends,  and necessary skill sets.  The panel consisted of:

•  Karen Jackson, VP of Marketing, PMI Atlanta and AT&T Project Manager, Network Planning & Engineering
•  Steven Shapiro, VP of Communications, PMI Atlanta and AT&T Global – Senior Data Analyst
•  Chris Layton, AT&T Area Manager
•  Chris Lytle, AT&T Senior Product Development Manager
•  Rodney Armstrong, Cox Communications Network Engineering Analyst

The panel advised that, due to growth and customer demands in voice, data and video, the Telecommunications Industry offers numerous opportunities; therefore, job seekers are encouraged to:

•  Keep options open; consider contractual and consulting positions
•  Be flexible and do not be afraid of the challenges 
•  Be ‘forward thinkers’ and assess your skills to ensure that they meet business needs
•  Network in PMI, LinkedIn, and other avenues because networking is essential.