In our latest episode of the Fed Mission Success podcast series, Allen Pinkelton, Contract Program Manager, Unified Communication at Makpar, discusses why building your professional legacy matters in federal IT.
With a storied career that began at the IRS in 1983, Allen Pinkelton has a deep legacy and understanding about how to prosper in the federal IT arena – both on the government and the industry sides.
A critical part of ensuring long-term career success is building a professional legacy that matters. This comes down to taking responsibility for every moment in ways that builds trust and establishes and maintains a solid reputation. No matter where you are in your career, it is never too late to create a positive impact, gain influence and perform with full integrity.
Following are key highlights from our interview with Allen:
- About Allen’s background in federal IT. (:32)
- Why your legacy matters in federal IT. (1:45)
- How you can build a professional legacy that matters. (3:31)
- Legacy lessons that Allen learned early in his career. (5:31)
- Tips for young professionals to establish their legacies. (7:35)
We would like to thank Allen for sharing his insights with us!
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