Strategies for a successful career in IT - FINAL no...
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Strategies for a successful career in ITJeannine AbeleCIO, Aviation ServicesGE AviationFebruary 16, 2007
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Get involved!VolunteerLeadership programsSchool activitiesSeek mentoring opportunities
Life as a student
Academics
Performance & achievement
Meaningful courses
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TechnologyConferences
Attending events as a student
Career/JobFairs
AlumniConferences
Women’sConferences
Show initiative - establish a network
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Interning as a student
Start interning/co-oping assoon as you can!
Intern at several companies
Intern multiple times ata larger company
Project Management
Application Support
Web Design
Security
Network Design
Systems Integration
Internships can lead to full-time job opportunities
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Choosing the right company
Training
Size
Programs Performance
Growth
IT investment
Location
ReputationScope
Image
Culture
YourFirstJob
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The guidance and tools you need for every assignment in your career!
Information Management Leadership Program
4 rotations; 6 months each
Relocation possibilities
Mentoring opportunities
NetworkingExposure to different GE businesses
A wide variety of
assignments
A great way to transition from school to work!
Great visibility
Training
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PIE Model
P = Performance
E = Exposure
I = ImageEmulate leaders
Always deliver
Need sponsors
Based on book by Harvey Coleman - “Empowering Yourself - The Organization Game Revealed”
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P = Performance
E = Exposure
I = Image
PerformanceFulfillment of duties and responsibilities
ü Entry ticketü Performance against goals and objectivesü Common denominator in the promotion processü Confirms your ability to take on more responsibilityüMust grow to stay above the bar as it is being raised
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P = Performance
E = Exposure
I = Imageü Is the message you send before you speakü Includes many areas…walk, dress, demeanorü Answers the question “I’m Ready” or “I’m not Ready”ü The language of serious players at or near the topü Is conservative and traditional in style and dress
ImageHow you are perceived?
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Executive presence is subjective and culturally sensitive −watch, look and listen to senior executives
LanguageLanguage
BehaviorBehavior
• Work/Office• Customer Events• Social Events
Posture &eye contactPosture &
eye contactHandshake/
greetingHandshake/
greeting
DressDress
GroomingGrooming
ImagePresenting yourself… it all counts
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P = Performance
E = Exposure
I = Image
ExposureOpportunity to show your dedication, dignity, wisdom & talent
ü Significant impact on your career üMakes you visible to those who can influence your careerü Can be enhanced by a network of mentorsü Bosses and Champions
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Setting career goals
Technical Business
Many different opportunities in an IT careerDecide where to get started
Interests may change over time
Project management
Architect (network, application, security, etc.)
Business analystProgrammer
Business solutions
Quality leader
Build competency to support your goals
Business knowledgeStrategyNegotiation & influenceRelationship managementGlobal engagementFinancial expertise
ITexpertise
Personal attributes
Changeadvocacy
Business mastery
TechnologySolution & service deliveryInfrastructure
Managing peopleLeading teamsCommunicationDecision makingValues
Process improvementsChange management
GE IT Competency Model
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Computer Operator Project Manager - OperationsIT Leader - Business Solutions Business CTO
Administrator - Network, End-User, Systems Application Architect IT Leader - Infrastructure
Director - Information Technology **
Central IT - Help Desk P&G **
Architect - Network, Data Management, Operating Systems, Security IT Leader - Operations
Business AnalystProgram Manager - Business Solutions **
End- User SpecialistProgram Manager - Operations
Systems Analyst - Business Solutions
IT Team Leader - Business Solutions
Analyst - Network, Data Management, Security, Operating Systems
IT Team Leader - Network, Data Management, Security, Operating SystemsIT Team Leader - Operations
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1. Central IT – Help Desk P&G2. Group Manager – Local P&G3. Group Manager – Remote P&G4. IT Associate Director P&G5. CIO, Global Service Shops GE Aviation6. CIO, Aviation Services – GE Aviation
Technical
Operations
Business Solutions
Leadership
Quality
** Outside GE jobs
Jeannine Abele – career path
First child Second childCIS, BSPurdue University
2004Join GE
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2005Join P&G
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Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 4 Stage 5IMLP Black Belt Principal Technologist CIO - Regional CIO
ProgrammerProject Manager - Business Solutions Master Black Belt CIO - Sub Business Corporate CTO
Computer Operator Project Manager - OperationsIT Leader - Business Solutions Business CTO
Administrator - Network, End-User, Systems Application Architect IT Leader - Infrastructure
Director - Information Technology
School Community Coordinator **
Architect - Network, Data Management, Operating Systems, Security IT Leader - Operations
Business AnalystProgram Manager - Business Solutions
End- User SpecialistProgram Manager - Operations
Systems Analyst - Business Solutions
IT Team Leader - Business Solutions
Analyst - Network, Data Management, Security, Operating Systems
IT Team Leader - Network, Data Management, Security, Operating SystemsIT Team Leader - Operations
1. School Community Coordinator (Setting up ITlabs, database design, taught introductorycomputer courses)
2. IMLP GEü IT Communications, Training & Developmentü Application Architectü Project Manager: Operationsü Data Management Architect
3. Black Belt GEü Securities & reducing IT vulnerability ü Incident Management
4. IT Leader – Infrastructure GE
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CS M.S.Miami University
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2003,Join GE
2005 2007
Technical
Operations
Business Solutions
Leadership
Quality
** Outside GE jobs
Sharyl Wooton – career path
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Life - work balance
Marriage
Friends
Kids
Hobbies
Education
Community involvement
Manager expectations
Large load
Deadlines
Global team collaboration
Networking
Extracurriculars
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Time off:Vacation timePersonal daysSick days
Flexible work arrangements
Education optionsHealth & wellness:
Healthy dietFitness centerSport teamsSleepRegular check-ups
Employee support
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