Significant Career Lesson From a Project Manager at SoCalGas
Michael's most significant career lesson centers on the power of collaboration: "getting different perspectives on problems," and being open to diverse ideas leads to solutions "better suited for stakeholders, company, client, or contractor." This collaborative approach has been critical to Michael's success as a Project Manager.
Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Project Management
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Michael Andrawis
Project Manager
SoCalGas
University of California, Riverside 2012
University of California, Los Angeles - Anderson School of Management
Engineering - Chemical
Energy & Utilities
Operations and Project Management
Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Collaboration is crucial for problem-solving and finding solutions that benefit stakeholders, the company, clients, and contractors.
2. Being open to different perspectives and opinions enhances problem-solving and leads to better outcomes.
3. Seeking input from others is vital for effective project management and achieving project goals
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
The collaboration, and I cannot stress this enough, is about getting different perspectives on problems. Different ideas and being open to other people's opinions can provide solutions that are better suited for stakeholders, your company, and even your client or contractor.
I think that's probably the most critical aspect of collaboration: getting people's input.
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