Entry-level positions for aspiring Finance Operations Functional Owners
Angela, a Functional Owner in Finance Operations at PowerSchool, emphasizes the critical role of communication in project success, stating that "communication is key." Early and consistent stakeholder engagement, including "status updates," prevents surprises and mitigates issues; this was a key lesson learned through experience, highlighting the importance of proactive communication throughout a project's lifecycle.
Communication, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Problem-Solving, Leadership
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Angela Sedlukha
Functional Owner, Finance Operations
PowerSchool
California State University, Sacramento
California State University, Sacramento - Master of Business Administration
Medical, Sciences & Related, Business Management & Admin
Technology
Operations and Project Management
Pell Grant Recipient, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Effective communication is crucial for success in this role, especially when implementing new processes or initiatives.
2. Conducting a thorough stakeholder assessment at the beginning of a project is essential to identify all impacted individuals.
3. Proactive and consistent communication throughout a project's lifecycle prevents misunderstandings and ensures everyone is informed of updates and changes, which can avoid many issues that may arise otherwise.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone had told you before you entered the industry?
Communication is key. In my first couple of projects, it became clear that not everyone was informed when changes were coming, or when we were trying to implement a new process or initiative.
It's important to do your stakeholder assessment at the very beginning. Ensure you've captured everyone who will be involved or impacted by what you're rolling out. Then, communicate status updates throughout the process.
This way, you're not just reaching out months later saying, "Hey, we're rolling this out. Good luck." Making sure everyone is aware as you go through the steps is crucial.
I learned some hard lessons in my career about this. Looking back, many issues could have been resolved with effective communication.
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