How to Build Your Professional Network A crucial part of project management is networking and creating lasting relationships. This is not only crucial for vendor management, but also for achieving balance in a career that can be particularly stressful. Finding Project Management groups in your area can not only allow you to advance your skill set, you can also connect with other project managers. Key project management groups to get involved with this year include: Project Management Institute One of the largest communities represented nationally and dedicated to advancing Project Management skills. They host monthly chapter meetings, crucial PD Days and other national conferences. Project Management Social Network An online networking and advice site that posts weekly articles on their blog with management advice and project skill sets. Project Manager Network on LinkedIn One of the largest groups on LinkedIn, active members post questions for advice and share events. Continuing your studies through training courses is another great way to meet fellow Project Management professionals. Check out upcoming courses this fall! 161 West Wisconsin Ave, Suite 6000  |  Milwaukee, WI 53203 414-227-3216  |  sce-pm.uwm.edu Privacy Statement  |  ©2011 University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee  All rights reserved.