own the business you are in! intrapreneurship strategies to take charge of your destiny, transform...
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Rumor has it that job security is a thing of the past. As the many businesses and industries are faced with uncertain futures, employees are left with a few narrow options. Some begin looking for other positions to secure a “back up” plan, while others sit back, fingers crossed, hoping things will get better. Who is ultimately responsible for the success or failure of a business? What role do you really play? Intrapreneurship is a term coined in the 1980’s and refers to an “entrepreneur type” mindset among leaders and employee within a corporation. Intrapreneurs approach their jobs with entrepreneurial zest. Within the company's guidelines, they have all of the resources and people available to them to create an impact on success and innovation. Although they may not own the company, they are accountable for the power to change the future of their company. This workshop will arm you with the tools to own the business you are in. Learning Outcomes: Increase business management and leadership skills and enhance professional productivity At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: a) Explore the benefits of intrapreneurship b) Identify the skills needed to transform from employee to a strategic contributor c) Converse with successful intrapreneurers d) Build an intrapreneurer action planTRANSCRIPT
OWN THE BUSINESS YOU ARE IN! Intrapreneurship strategies to take charge of your destiny, transform your career, and create power from within.
PanelistWork Experience
33 years in multiple domains/industries• Manufacturing/Fabrication• Program Management• Supplier Management and Procurement • Maintenance and Modification Centers • Company-level Initiative Leader• Learning, Training and Development
Education• Doctoral Program in Management,
in-progress, Webster University• MBA in Business Management, Webster
University • BS in Industrial Administration, New Jersey
Institute of Technology
Norma ClaytonVice President Learning, Training and Development The Boeing Company
Panelist
Theodore JohnsonDirector Information TechnologyExelon Corporation
Work Experience
25 years in multiple domains/industries• IT Management and IT Strategy• Wireless Technologies • Application Development • Manufacturing and Retail• Supply Chain and Procurement • Electric and Gas Utilities
Education• MBA concentration in Finance, DePaul
University • BS in MIS, Illinois State University
Panelist
Terrence HeadDirector
Productization
BAE Systems, Inc.
Work Experience
15 years Department of Defense & Intelligence• Productization• IT Strategy Development• Mergers & Acquisitions• Program/Project Management• Enterprise Architecture• System Integration• Systems Engineering
Education• MBA in Global Economics, University of Maryland
UC• MS Technology Management/Project Management,
University of Maryland UC• BS Electrical Engineering, South Carolina State
University
What is Intrapreneurship?
Behaving like an entrepreneur while working within a large organization
Strategic Partner
Skilled
Value Creator
Why is Intrapreneurialship Important Now?• Jobs• Globalization• Technology• Engagement• Shifting demographics• Higher demand for performance, problem-
solving, innovation and relationship management
• Pace of business
Characteristics of an Intrapreneur
• Self starter• Highly motivated• Creative• Intellectually curious• Risk taker• Problem solver• Inspiring• Confident• Outstanding communicator
Harriet Opoku, Boeing Materials Process and Physics Engineer, C-17 Program
Become an Innovative Force
• Look at problems differently than others• Accept challenges others shy away from• Help your organization look progressive• Obtain a sponsor that values innovation• Align to sponsor’s strategic direction• Turn ideas into actionable plans• Think…”What can I do new tomorrow?”• Lead/support ideation initiatives
Dana Bolton, Senior Manager IT, Utility Client Services, Exelon Corporation
Can Intrapreneurship be Taught?
YES!
1. Know yourself
2. Be strategic about your career
3. Build your personal brand
4. Stretch yourself
5. Get a mentor
6. Network
1. Know yourself
WHO
ARE
YOU
2. Be strategic about your career
Sample Career Strategy
Objective Strategies Deadline
Complete formal education
Complete MA degree in HR Development Spring 2014
Pursue PhD in Operations Research Fall 2014
Expand internal and external network
Identify prestigious people in my field and level; cultivate relationships across the aerospace industry
Ongoing
Participate in the company’s formal mentoring program Ongoing
Become a thought leader within the aerospace industry
Pursue opportunities to participate in public speaking engagements and thinking forums (e.g. conferences, seminars, and universities)
Ongoing
Increase global presence
Pursue opportunities for international assignments Ongoing
Provide community leadership and advocacy
Serve on community boards Ongoing
3. Build your personal brand
• Showcase your personal bio• Capitalize on speaking
opportunities• Write an article/develop website• Monitor your online mentions• Flaunt what makes you unique• Demonstrate authenticity and
integrity• Sustain brand by learning and
improving
Michael Simelton, Manager, Process Support, Exelon Wind & Solar
4. Stretch yourself
• Accept job rotations• Volunteer for
development assignments• Add new skills• Develop depth and
breadth in competency areas
• Participate in community service
• Learn to talk to leaders
Richard Tan, Materials Planner/Integrated Materials Management (IMM), Boeing Operations International, Singapore
5. Get a mentor
Meet Andrea AllenCareer start: Office AdministratorCareer goal: ManagementDevelopment tools: Continuing education, job rotations, mentors at every levelVolunteer opportunities: Leader of black employee affinity group, Communications Chair for Boeing Women in Leadership
Andrea Allen, Project Management Specialist, Boeing CH-47 Chinook Helicopter Program
6. Network
• Start here today• Be a doer and deliver on results• Continue virtual connections• Know who the players are when you enter a room • Develop strong relationships on the job with people outside
of your area of expertise• Understand key relationships inside your company (mentor
vs. sponsor)• Market yourself• Cultivate advocates• Leverage opportunities
Questions?