Connect BA Meet-Up #7. Krakow. It was a wonderful event!
We had an incredibly enriching evening at our recent event, characterized by thought-provoking speeches, engaging networking opportunities, and the chance to form valuable new connections. Here’s a detailed overview of the topics and insights shared:
Topics Covered:
Agnieszka Balcerzak - "Accelerate Your Career: The Power of Mentoring and Certification"
Agnieszka (Aga) delivered an enlightening presentation on the significant impact of mentoring and professional certification. She emphasized how mentoring can offer personalized guidance and indispensable support tailored to individual career paths. Moreover, Aga highlighted the value of IIBA certifications in enhancing professional credibility, which can be a key factor in unlocking new career opportunities. She also underlined the importance of networking as a third critical pillar in career acceleration, demonstrating how connections within the industry can provide essential support and open further opportunities.
Maryna Kryvomaz - "Personal Development Plan Creation"
Maryna shared her wisdom on creating a robust personal development plan that aligns with the overarching vision of organizations BAs work for. Drawing from her own experiences, she provided practical tips on maximizing the value of one's daily work while aligning it with personal and company goals. Maryna presented concrete examples and recommended a selection of books that can assist attendees in crafting an effective personal development plan, ensuring that personal growth dovetails seamlessly with business objectives.
Michał Dardziński - "Current Market Trends Influence on Personal Development Plan"
Michał's session focused on the importance of being aware of current market trends and how these trends, coupled with emerging technologies, should inform the personal development plans of Business Analysts. Michał provided insights into which specific areas and skills BAs should concentrate on to remain competitive and relevant in the evolving market landscape. His recommendations were aimed at ensuring participants are well-prepared to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by contemporary market dynamics.
The meetup saw the participation of 70 professionals, all of whom contributed to and gained from a rich exchange of ideas. Beyond the structured sessions, the event also featured a networking gathering that enabled attendees to forge new connections and leave with fresh perspectives and innovative viewpoints.
Stay tuned for the upcoming Event!
Our next meetup is scheduled for May in Warsaw. We will soon unveil more details, and we look forward to another successful event!