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Mentorship Matters: The Power of Saying Yes
At this year's Esri User Conference, I had the opportunity to participate in an Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) panel discussion titled The Power of Saying Yes to the Right Opportunities. Alongside an incredible group of panelists, we explored how career growth is often shaped by the opportunities we choose to…
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Career Advice for the Next Generation of GIS Professionals
That's Me! Introduction I’m a decorated United States Air Force veteran with over 20-years of service and worked as a civil engineer designing, building, and maintaining bases around the world. I have completed a multitude of jobs: running a small survey and mapping office, simultaneously managing an engineering department…
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Mentorship Matters: Responsiveness Leads to Reputation
It’s a pleasure to write for this series on a topic that I feel has huge implications for building more impactful mentor relationships, both formal and informal, as well as making and keeping connections that will dramatically build your professional network. The topic is about being as responsive as possible to emails or…
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Mentorship Matters: A Practical Roadmap to Building Mentor Relationships
Somewhere between where you are now and where you want to be, there's a conversation waiting to happen. It might be with a colleague, a community member, or someone whose career path inspires yours. That conversation is mentorship, and it's available to you right now, no matter your career stage or industry. The hardest…
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GPN Mentor Network 2026 Cohort Calendar
This is your year to to grow professionally, gain valuable insight, and build meaningful connections in the GIS field by getting involved in the Geospatial Professionals Network Mentoring Network. Applications are open for both mentors and mentees! This program connects early-career GIS professionals with experienced…
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Mentorship Matters: 5 Tips for Approaching Mentorship
Humans are fundamentally social creatures. Our reliance on social interaction is deeply rooted in aspects like sharing resources and building communities for the sake of health and cognitive growth. Not surprisingly, these same fundamental concepts exist in the modern-day workplace because it is advantageous to build on…
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Looking for GIS Volunteers AI Project that can Impact Millions
Looking for GIS Volunteers Hi everyone, I am working on a public health project called Replenish NutrAI and we are looking for GIS volunteers who want to use their skills to make a real impact. What We Are Building We are creating a Clinical GPS that helps people find safe, clinically backed supplements based on their…
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GPN Mentoring Network 2025 Cohort Calendar
Are you looking to grow professionally, gain valuable insight, and build meaningful connections in the GIS field? Now’s your chance to get involved in the Geospatial Professionals Network Mentoring Network. Applications are open for both mentors and mentees! This program connects early-career GIS professionals with…
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Clarify Your Contributions: Advice from a Mentor
Something I look for in resumes, cover letters, portfolios, and interviews is evidence of someone's contributions to a project or organization. When you say you were a GIS Analyst, what specifically did you bring to the work? Early in our careers, we all follow the paths others define for us. Along the way, we start to see…
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Has a master's degree been worth it?
I am beginning to set my mind on earning a masters degree. I am two years removed from college and am two years wiser with GIS experience. I am starting to feel prepared for more education, but I have reservations... * Is a masters in GIS worth it? And if so, what masters was worth it for you? Is there a masters you wish…
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Mastering the Art of Professional Email Communication: A Guide to Writing with Purpose and Professionalism
Today I’d like to discuss something I believe drives a lot of missed opportunities, Email. In this brief article I’ll highlight a few things that often frustrate people, lead to important issues being overlooked, or prevents great conversations from ever having the chance to begin. Throughout my career, I've come to…
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Join the Minnesota GIS/LIS Consortium's Mentorship Program- Open for Mentors and Mentees!
Join our mentorship program! Our mentorship program offers mentees a valuable chance to seek advice from experienced GIS professionals. In this program, you're in the driver's seat and our mentors are ready to support you! Network with other, inquire about career growth strategies, receive feedback on your resume and CV,…
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A Beginner's Guide to Mentorship with EDGE Geospatial
Have you ever wondered whether you should seek a mentor, what is their purpose, or why mentorship matters? EDGE Geospatial has recently published a beginner's guide so you can understand the impact a mentor relationship can have on your personal and professional growth. Access the guide here to and follow EDGE Geospatial…
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Empowering Young Professionals with Spatial Statistics
Esri is uniquely positioned to leverage spatial statistics, enhancing analytical skills and innovative problem-solving capabilities. Spatial statistics offer profound insights into geographical data, improving decision-making and predictive analysis. Here's how YPN can benefit: Skill Enhancement: Through dedicated…
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URISA Mentoring Network Cohort Applications Open for Mentors and Mentees
Now is your chance to apply to become part of the URISA Mentoring Network ! Applications are open for both mentors and mentees. This network fosters relationships between young GIS professionals and experienced mentors who can provide insight, share knowledge, and support mentees in their professional growth. You'll be…
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Navigating the Early Years of Your Career: Embracing the Power of Vulnerability and Proactive Self-Learning
Starting a new career can be both exhilarating and daunting, especially for someone who is just starting on a new chapter of their journey. The early years of one's career are often filled with excitement, countless learning opportunities, and numerous challenges. In this article, we will delve into three crucial aspects I…
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USGIF Golden Ticket Program Applications open through January 15th
Applications for USGIF's GEOINT 2024 Symposium Golden Ticket Program are now open! The Golden Ticket program presents an opportunity for young professionals (35 years old or young or less than five years in the industry) to earn participation in a competitive, exclusive program focused on mentorship and professional…
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Looking for Guidance: Masters in GIS
Hi everyone! I'm looking for some advice from any mentors who have either considered or obtained a masters in GIS. For those who have received their MSGIS, I'm wondering whether you have found your masters of be of great use in your roles and how so? Or have you found that many GIS roles are mostly a "learn on the job"…
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From Mentee to Mentor: A Dual Perspective as a First-Generation Student
Meeting Jocelyn My name is Jocelyn Torres, I was born in Indio, CA, I spent most of my childhood growing up in a town called Desert Hot Springs. Desert Hot Springs was known as the “Windy City” by the three mountain ranges that surround the Coachella Valley and low atmospheric pressure. When it comes to education not many…
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Uncovering GIS: A Tool that Ignited My Passion for Advocacy and Mentorship
Not in a million years did I picture myself using a powerful yet empowering tool at the age of 16. It all started with asking questions during my junior year at the Math, Science, and Technology Magnet Academy (MSTMA) at Roosevelt High School. My team and I were tasked to explore an issue within our community for our…
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Esri YPN Mentorship Progamme
I am working with Esri Premium Support Service and have experience in ArcGIS Enterprise. I have assisted the Esri user's installing and troubleshooting the ArcGIS Enterprise deployments, publishing issues from Esri Desktop application, mobile and web application configuration issues and working. Familiar with GeoEvent…
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Navigating Mentor Relationships Webinar
Are you eager to learn from experienced individuals who can guide you on your professional journey? Finding a mentor and establishing a fruitful mentor-mentee relationship can be a transformative experience. Join Esri YPN for an enlightening webinar on the topic of navigating mentor relationships. The webinar took place on…
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The Power of Mentorship: Nurturing Growth through Transformational Leadership
Introduction Mentor and mentee, ready to rappel 24 stories! In the journey of personal and professional development, the role of a mentor is often the guiding light aiding others on the path toward success. Mentorship in a dynamic relationship built on trust, guidance, and mutual respect, and plays a pivotal role in…
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Unlocking the Power of Mentoring
MEET YOUR AUTHOR I'm Daniel Williams, and for the past two years, I've been engaged as a Data Management Specialist at ESRI. I’m from Jacksonville, Florida, I studied Environmental Science at the University of Central Florida. Throughout my academic journey, my fascination with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) was…
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How to use the YPN Mentorship Space
Welcome to the Esri YPN Mentorship page! Mentors are valuable to the YPN community because they offer expertise, experience, and insight to guide and support individuals who are looking to learn and progress in the GIS field. This page is monitored by a list of volunteer mentors and you are encouraged to use this space to…
