Every week we hear about someone who has an embarrassing social post come back to haunt them. Even worse, this can lead to a loss of employment or being “canceled”. You need to actively manage your social image and reputation at all times. Wait! We have freedom of speech! Yes, but that does not mean […]
Only managers lead is one of the biggest fallacies and constraints teams place on themselves. Instead, what if we developed leaders within our team. Today I’m joined by Glenn Brule, a thought leader, change agent, and a force for team empowerment. Glenn will be sharing why developing front line leaders is critical to team success, […]
Learn how to make better virtual eye contact by simply adjusting your camera and conferencing app position .
In many of my presentations and coaching engagements, I always seem to come back to Commander’s Intent when discussing Servant Leadership. After wrapping a call, I shared a link to an excellent article discussing this concept and how to apply it. Here’s an excerpt from the article about Commander’s Intent and its origin, followed by […]
Are you interested in learning more about low code solutions and citizen developers? Join Michael Roth and AJ Hawley where we discuss their experience with business managed application development and what it means to IT departments. Follow Michael: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gezeitenbrand LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-r… Blog: https://gezeitenbrand.de/ Power Platform starter days: https://powerplatformstarterdays.com/
For years, women have been underrepresented and under appreciated in STEM. Today, we’re seeing new generations of strong women leading and excelling in IT. Join us on March 17th at 5:15 EST to learn how Allison Straker and Stacee Johnson are not only thought leaders at their companies, but change agents to help empower and support women in technology.
Webinars and live broadcasts can help strengthen your brand and provide career development for your employees. Stacey Horricks and Carmi Levy will share their insights into developing a quality social media program, developing on-brand webinars, and providing opportunities to teammates to improve their presentation skills.
What is good for the teammate is often good for the team. Join Carmi Levy and me for a conversation on how to build the social reputation and exposure for your employees to strengthen everyone’s brand. We’ll also discuss some of the ways Info-Tech Research Group has provided speaking opportunities and coaching to help all […]
I’m excited to be joined by Ari Glaizel Thursday at 5:15 EST to talk about the fundamentals of product ownership in IT delivery. We’ll also explore how Ari moved from being a Product Owner to an advisor, coach, and instructor helping companies and individuals.
We will be discussing Data, Analytics, and BI in the reporting of Covid-19. How news and agencies promoted unactionable stats that caused confusion and what they should have done instead.
I’ve had a requests to share my home office and video studio setup. Part one covers the equipment I’m using or recommend. Part 2 will be the office setup. I focused on value and budget. If you have an unlimited budget, hire someone with video production to setup your dream studio. For everyone else, here […]
Read at: https://www.infotech.com/research/8-tips-for-better-virtual-facilitation Shift your facilitation to maintain energy, interest, and engagement at all times. Virtual facilitation can be very successful when planned and adjusted for a distributed audience. Prepare, prepare, prepare. Making real-time adjustments is far harder in virtual sessions. Restructure activities and content to leverage tools and create positive interactions. Identify constraints and […]
A few thoughts on preparation for the next wave of outbreak and panic. If we have a large uptake in COVID cases, we will probably also see more hoarding. Buying a little extra each time will spread out spending and allow stores to restock. If an online store allows backordered purchases, you can always cancel […]
A couple of thoughts before and after the office closes. Feel free to share. Don’t panic, don’t panic, and please stop panicking. Make sure you have a spare power cord. Take your headset with if compatible with your home phone. If not, consider ordering a USB headset for your laptop. You can also use a […]
“It’s not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” — Charles Darwin “Change before you have to.” — Jack Welch “I think Smithers picked me because of my motivational skills. Everyone says they have to work a lot harder when I’m around.” — Homer […]
The key to good story telling is connecting with your audience. This means making a strong emotional or intellectual connection that lasts long enough to engage the viewer to become part of your story. When that connection makes me stop what I’m doing and blog about it, you’ve really hit the mark. While watching a […]
Needing a little comfort food after a rough day, I opened the website for my easy access pizza chain. Since traffic was a nightmare, I knew I’d need to take my surface street route and changed my pickup location to one on the way. In full geek fashion, I timed my arrival after reviewing Waze, adding time […]
Over the years I’ve watched far too many good people leave their team or stop doing their best work because of a bad manager. In fact, research shows that the number one reason an employee quits is their manager. (https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/249903) This doesn’t include the loss or productivity for teams under a bad manager. As my […]
We’re all familiar with the value of training, mentors, and coaches for professional development, but have you ever considered that a work spouse may be even more important? Just what is a work spouse, you ask? Work spouses are a mutually beneficial relationship based on sharing stories, honest feedback, and some common ground. But why […]
A lot of companies care deeply about their customers. How do we know? It’s in their mission statement, on their website and in their commercials. One of my favorite quotes mainly attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson is “What you do speaks so loudly that I cannot hear what you say.” Rather than talk about where […]
Conclusion: To be good at automating, you need to remove all the noise (waste and steps that don’t need a decision) between you and each action. A while ago, my colleague and mentor Dusty Rhodes asked me the following question, “How would you teach process improvement, automation and simplification to someone new to the concept?” […]
How can streamlining your operations actually cost you business? Most companies are excited when they find ways to reduce waste and overhead when serving their customers. Just look at the general success stores arehavingwith self-checkout lines, where one cashier can now support 4-8 customers. Unfortunately, lean processes are only part of the picture. Unless you […]
Clark Howard shares his best sites for finding small business loans.http://www.clarkhoward.com/news/clarkhoward/business-entrepreneurs/best-websites-to-get-small-business-loan/nCys9/
You’ve probably heard the news and panic over the Heartbleed vulnerability. Here are a few recommended articles to help you understand the risk, and how to protect your identity. How to protect yourself in Heartbleed’s aftershocks: http://www.zdnet.com/how-to-protect-yourself-in-heartbleeds-aftershocks-7000028311/ CNET News Video: Tips to protect yourself from Heartbleed: http://www.cnet.com/videos/tips-to-protect-yourself-from-heartbleed/ Heartbleed bug: Check which sites have been patched – CNET: https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.cnet.com/how-to/which-sites-have-patched-the-heartbleed-bug/&sa=U&ei=ffBHU93nF8q92gXl9YGABQ&ved=0CDUQFjAF&usg=AFQjCNGk1irLu2KRFTXbKuKOlvSCj5hHXA […]
Have you ever had a dog who always wanted to follow you, but absolutely had to be in the lead? They are pulling the leash but constantly looking back to see which direction you want to go. Occasionally stopping, causing you to trip. We have a dog like that, and her name is Katy. No […]
One of the greatest limitations I’ve seen in IT is when companies feel they have one product. Take a look at the eHarmony. They have built an extensive online application to help match people with their potential soul mate. They offer a suite of tools ways to enhance communication, and a product marketing strategy that […]
It is amazing to me how the smallest improvements can make a big difference in your customer’s experience. Install a cart return near handicap parkingNext time you are in a retail parking lot, look how many carts are stuck in between spaces or with the front wheels on top of the divider islands. Most stores […]
Every week we hear about someone who has an embarrassing social post come back to haunt them. Even worse, this can lead to a loss of employment or being “canceled”. You need to actively manage your social image and reputation at all times. Wait! We have freedom of speech! Yes, but that does not mean […]
Only managers lead is one of the biggest fallacies and constraints teams place on themselves. Instead, what if we developed leaders within our team. Today I’m joined by Glenn Brule, a thought leader, change agent, and a force for team empowerment. Glenn will be sharing why developing front line leaders is critical to team success, […]
Learn how to make better virtual eye contact by simply adjusting your camera and conferencing app position .
In many of my presentations and coaching engagements, I always seem to come back to Commander’s Intent when discussing Servant Leadership. After wrapping a call, I shared a link to an excellent article discussing this concept and how to apply it. Here’s an excerpt from the article about Commander’s Intent and its origin, followed by […]
Are you interested in learning more about low code solutions and citizen developers? Join Michael Roth and AJ Hawley where we discuss their experience with business managed application development and what it means to IT departments. Follow Michael: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gezeitenbrand LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-r… Blog: https://gezeitenbrand.de/ Power Platform starter days: https://powerplatformstarterdays.com/
For years, women have been underrepresented and under appreciated in STEM. Today, we’re seeing new generations of strong women leading and excelling in IT. Join us on March 17th at 5:15 EST to learn how Allison Straker and Stacee Johnson are not only thought leaders at their companies, but change agents to help empower and support women in technology.
Should I stay in my Consulting or Corporate IT position, or should I explore life from the other side? Jennifer Forrest (she/her) and Jennifer Bedell, CBAP will share their experiences from both sides and why it’s important to spend at least a little time in your career experiencing both perspectives.
How well did your organization transition during COVID? If it went well, you probably have a Business Analyst or Project Manager to thank. Join Paul Crosby and Jennifer Battan from The Uncommon League as we talk about trends, changes, and some of their top tips to be the best BA or PM you can be. […]
Are you delivering the right things at the right time? Business Analysts are the champions of finding business value and translating change into the people, processes, and tools who deliver your business capabilities. Join Deena Chadwick and Mindy Bohannon (she/her) who will share their thought leadership and experience in this space.
Webinars and live broadcasts can help strengthen your brand and provide career development for your employees. Stacey Horricks and Carmi Levy will share their insights into developing a quality social media program, developing on-brand webinars, and providing opportunities to teammates to improve their presentation skills.
IT governance is one of the biggest challenges IT organizations face. What if we told you it didn’t have to be that difficult? Join Valence Howden and me Thursday at 5:15 PM EST as we discuss the core principles of governance programs. Hint, it’s not about control, it’s about accountability.
What is good for the teammate is often good for the team. Join Carmi Levy and me for a conversation on how to build the social reputation and exposure for your employees to strengthen everyone’s brand. We’ll also discuss some of the ways Info-Tech Research Group has provided speaking opportunities and coaching to help all […]
Amy Ruddell, Leslie Hughes, and I discuss what it takes to be a great speaker, host amazing conferences, and how to network to build lifelong colleagues.
I had an amazing conversation with Allison Straker tonight on Better Tech Letter Living. Allison Straker talks about here career path from business analyst to conference speaking and how she’s used her experience to help empower Women in Technology.
I was honored to talk with Leslie Hughes about LinkedIn, professional branding, and managing your social image. Leslie is a LinkedIn Profile Writer • Personal Branding Specialist • LinkedIn, Social Selling, Digital Marketing Lead Trainer • Author • Appeared on CTV’s “The Social and was called a “Social Media Guru” on CBC radio. Don’t miss […]
I’m excited to be joined by Ari Glaizel Thursday at 5:15 EST to talk about the fundamentals of product ownership in IT delivery. We’ll also explore how Ari moved from being a Product Owner to an advisor, coach, and instructor helping companies and individuals.
We will be discussing Data, Analytics, and BI in the reporting of Covid-19. How news and agencies promoted unactionable stats that caused confusion and what they should have done instead.
Experience required. But how am I supposed to get experience if I can’t get a job in that role?! It’s a frustration for both people coming out of school or trying to change roles. There is no secret to overcoming these obstacles, but here are some tips that might help you, whether this is your […]
I’ve had a requests to share my home office and video studio setup. Part one covers the equipment I’m using or recommend. Part 2 will be the office setup. I focused on value and budget. If you have an unlimited budget, hire someone with video production to setup your dream studio. For everyone else, here […]
Honored to be a part of the SD Times 2021 predictions.Link to full article: https://sdtimes.com/softwaredev/around-the-industry-predictions-for-2021/ Hans Eckman, principal research director, Info-Tech Research GroupDevOps will follow the path of ‘BADgile,’ becoming Dev-‘Oops.’ Many teams are mistakenly ‘Doing Agile’ rather than ‘Being Agile,’ and have ended up with what I like to call BADgile. The same affliction also impacts […]
Now that DevOps has entered its second decade, the focus has expanded beyond product delivery. It’s no longer just about dev and ops, but about removing the constraints between the business and its customers, with a focus on delivering not just new features and products, but also value. So what comes next as DevOps evolves? […]
Join us for a fun and unscripted discussion of anything going on in business analysis, IT, or even the world. Hosted by the amazing Vince Mirabelli. (VincentMirabelli.com) October 8, 2020, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT https://www.linkedin.com/events/analystsafterwork-episode018-ft-tba1andtba2/
Read at: https://www.infotech.com/research/8-tips-for-better-virtual-facilitation Shift your facilitation to maintain energy, interest, and engagement at all times. Virtual facilitation can be very successful when planned and adjusted for a distributed audience. Prepare, prepare, prepare. Making real-time adjustments is far harder in virtual sessions. Restructure activities and content to leverage tools and create positive interactions. Identify constraints and […]
Hosted by Vince Mirabellihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vincemirabelli https://www.vincentmirabelli.com/ Exciting episode of “Analysts After Work” this week, when I’ll hang out with Hans Eckman and Jennifer Forrest! We’ll be live Thursday at 8pm ET, chatting, answering questions, and just hanging out after work. On a side note, I’m getting closer to the magical 100 subscriber mark, so if you […]
A few thoughts on preparation for the next wave of outbreak and panic. If we have a large uptake in COVID cases, we will probably also see more hoarding. Buying a little extra each time will spread out spending and allow stores to restock. If an online store allows backordered purchases, you can always cancel […]
A couple of thoughts before and after the office closes. Feel free to share. Don’t panic, don’t panic, and please stop panicking. Make sure you have a spare power cord. Take your headset with if compatible with your home phone. If not, consider ordering a USB headset for your laptop. You can also use a […]
After 9/11, a friend started struggling with high levels of stress and near panic attacks. Although they were not personally impacted by the events themselves, they fell victim to the never-ending barrage of 24 hour news reports, speculation, and fear. Everything in the news was so dark and negative that it took them along for […]
“It’s not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” — Charles Darwin “Change before you have to.” — Jack Welch “I think Smithers picked me because of my motivational skills. Everyone says they have to work a lot harder when I’m around.” — Homer […]
Although this channel focuses on men, the advice in this video and article is universal. 12 tips that give you practical ways to become a Linchpin in your company as described by Seth Godin. Video embedded below. 12 Things That Separate Amazing From Average 0:36 – Tip #1 – Focus On What’s Truly Important 1:55 […]
December 2017 I was honored to join Phil Burgess’s I.T. Career Energizer Podcast recently. Listen to the podcast on any of the formats below. Full transcript available on Phil’s Show Notes website. “Hans Eckman is an experienced Business Analyst who provides leadership and consulting to rapidly evolving companies. This includes helping in the development of disruptive programmes […]
If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will demonstrate […]
If Boyz 2 Men taught us anything, it’s hard to say goodbye. Any time we leave a team or company, we can’t help but feel some sadness. We leave behind what we’ve built, the relationships we formed, and the comfort of the familiar. Even when we leave our role by choice, we need to take […]
Part of your professional image is the way you dress. Here’s a great video I found by Real Men Real Style with tips for dressing for your body type. Did you know there were 5 different body types for men, and what works for one type is bad for another? Learn how in this 11 […]
by Dave Saboe | Jan 3, 2017 In this episode, ten thought leaders in the field if business analysis and project management share the best advice they ever received. Happy New Year! To start the year off right, I’ve brought together some of the top leaders in the world of business analysis to share the […]
April 5, 2016 In this episode, Hans Eckman helps us to understand how to set up a Community of Practice or Center of Excellence, even in an organization that may be resistant to the idea. Starting a Business Analysis Community of Practice or Center of Excellence is a great was to develop the skills of all […]
Innovation and Technology Episode February 19, 2016 From your host Reo Oravec, We have a fabulous show for you today… packed with subject matter experts, updating you with the latest key and critical issues surrounding innovation AND technology which (as we know) are changing and becoming more complex in today’s business environment. In this episode, […]
We’re all familiar with the value of training, mentors, and coaches for professional development, but have you ever considered that a work spouse may be even more important? Just what is a work spouse, you ask? Work spouses are a mutually beneficial relationship based on sharing stories, honest feedback, and some common ground. But why […]
Mastering Business Analysis Podcast – MBA049 December 8, 2015 In this episode, Hans Eckman helps us to understand how the Business Analyst is perfectly suited to be the first line of defense in preventing security breaches. Hans also shares some approaches and advice for handling security related requirements. Interview on Mastering Business Analysis: http://masteringbusinessanalysis.com/episode49 Interview on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mba049-first-line-defense/id961865564?i=358553203&mt=2 […]
Conclusion: To be good at automating, you need to remove all the noise (waste and steps that don’t need a decision) between you and each action. A while ago, my colleague and mentor Dusty Rhodes asked me the following question, “How would you teach process improvement, automation and simplification to someone new to the concept?” […]
You’ve probably heard the news and panic over the Heartbleed vulnerability. Here are a few recommended articles to help you understand the risk, and how to protect your identity. How to protect yourself in Heartbleed’s aftershocks: http://www.zdnet.com/how-to-protect-yourself-in-heartbleeds-aftershocks-7000028311/ CNET News Video: Tips to protect yourself from Heartbleed: http://www.cnet.com/videos/tips-to-protect-yourself-from-heartbleed/ Heartbleed bug: Check which sites have been patched – CNET: https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.cnet.com/how-to/which-sites-have-patched-the-heartbleed-bug/&sa=U&ei=ffBHU93nF8q92gXl9YGABQ&ved=0CDUQFjAF&usg=AFQjCNGk1irLu2KRFTXbKuKOlvSCj5hHXA […]
Have you ever had a dog who always wanted to follow you, but absolutely had to be in the lead? They are pulling the leash but constantly looking back to see which direction you want to go. Occasionally stopping, causing you to trip. We have a dog like that, and her name is Katy. No […]
One of the greatest limitations I’ve seen in IT is when companies feel they have one product. Take a look at the eHarmony. They have built an extensive online application to help match people with their potential soul mate. They offer a suite of tools ways to enhance communication, and a product marketing strategy that […]
Do the Wealthy Work Harder Than the Rest? By Robert Frank “One of the most controversial issues surrounding inequality is work effort. Some on the right argue that top earners are successful in part because they work harder than others. Many on the left argue that the middle class and poor work just as hard […]
If you are a hiring manager, you are probably sitting on a stack of promising resumes why looking to fill your open position. Even using a staffing company to prescreen, it is still hard to prioritize the people you want to speak with. Why? Because most resumes are a horrible representation of how the person […]
Questionnaire created to help pre-screen business analysis job applicants. I recommend adding a section for subject matter expertise, and locking the form before sending out. View IIBA LinkedIn Discussion >> Posted February, 2010 Download questionnaire: Business_Analyst_Questionnaire
Every week we hear about someone who has an embarrassing social post come back to haunt them. Even worse, this can lead to a loss of employment or being “canceled”. You need to actively manage your social image and reputation at all times. Wait! We have freedom of speech! Yes, but that does not mean […]
Whether in our professional or personal lives, we are challenged by unplanned setbacks, emergencies, or events. We don’t know the form they may take, but we can plan and overcome types of events when they happen. On this podcast, I’m joined by Columbus Brown who will share his tips and lessons from his professional career […]
Looking for tips so simple, they can’t possibly work? Then you’ve come to the right place. In this episode, Amy and I will share our favorite home hacks and lazy slacks to make your life a little easier. Remember, please check with your spouse or partner before making any changes to their surroundings. Tune in […]
Sometimes life seems to have a perfect path laid out for you. You know exactly where you are going and how to get there. And the, well life happens and throws us a curveball. Often we are so focused in our personal or professional lives on our “Plan A”, we’re lost when Plan A doesn’t […]
Join Michael Bathurst and I as we discuss ways to become better prepared for disasters and unplanned events. We can’t be prepared for everything, but we’ll share pragmatic advice for how you can be a little better informed and ready when the next unfortunate event hits. This is not crazy, doomsday prepping, but rather a […]
Ever have trouble figuring out your purpose? What if there was a podcast for not only following your purpose, but becoming addicted to fulfilling it? Join Victor Nichols II “Coach” and Shane ColquhouN, PhD “Doc” from the Purpose Addicts podcast where they share how they’ve turned their passion for helping others into a motivational podcast dedicated to […]
Imagine downsizing your family to an RV and travelling North America. A.C. Chan and family made this transition well before it became popular during COVID. So what is it like to live and work when you can move your house? What prompted the change? AC will share his experiences and advice for anyone curious or interested in […]
Webinars and live broadcasts can help strengthen your brand and provide career development for your employees. Stacey Horricks and Carmi Levy will share their insights into developing a quality social media program, developing on-brand webinars, and providing opportunities to teammates to improve their presentation skills.
What is good for the teammate is often good for the team. Join Carmi Levy and me for a conversation on how to build the social reputation and exposure for your employees to strengthen everyone’s brand. We’ll also discuss some of the ways Info-Tech Research Group has provided speaking opportunities and coaching to help all […]
Amy Ruddell, Leslie Hughes, and I discuss what it takes to be a great speaker, host amazing conferences, and how to network to build lifelong colleagues.
I had an amazing conversation with Allison Straker tonight on Better Tech Letter Living. Allison Straker talks about here career path from business analyst to conference speaking and how she’s used her experience to help empower Women in Technology.
I was honored to talk with Leslie Hughes about LinkedIn, professional branding, and managing your social image. Leslie is a LinkedIn Profile Writer • Personal Branding Specialist • LinkedIn, Social Selling, Digital Marketing Lead Trainer • Author • Appeared on CTV’s “The Social and was called a “Social Media Guru” on CBC radio. Don’t miss […]
We will be discussing Data, Analytics, and BI in the reporting of Covid-19. How news and agencies promoted unactionable stats that caused confusion and what they should have done instead.
I’ve had a requests to share my home office and video studio setup. Part one covers the equipment I’m using or recommend. Part 2 will be the office setup. I focused on value and budget. If you have an unlimited budget, hire someone with video production to setup your dream studio. For everyone else, here […]
A few thoughts on preparation for the next wave of outbreak and panic. If we have a large uptake in COVID cases, we will probably also see more hoarding. Buying a little extra each time will spread out spending and allow stores to restock. If an online store allows backordered purchases, you can always cancel […]
A couple of thoughts before and after the office closes. Feel free to share. Don’t panic, don’t panic, and please stop panicking. Make sure you have a spare power cord. Take your headset with if compatible with your home phone. If not, consider ordering a USB headset for your laptop. You can also use a […]
After 9/11, a friend started struggling with high levels of stress and near panic attacks. Although they were not personally impacted by the events themselves, they fell victim to the never-ending barrage of 24 hour news reports, speculation, and fear. Everything in the news was so dark and negative that it took them along for […]
If you are new to prepping and disasters, I extracted the appendix from my “Can the Zombie Apocalypse help you survive your IT projects?” presentation. It contains guidance on the stages of a disaster, 3 and 30 day survival kit lists, and references if you want to learn more.
Although this channel focuses on men, the advice in this video and article is universal. 12 tips that give you practical ways to become a Linchpin in your company as described by Seth Godin. Video embedded below. 12 Things That Separate Amazing From Average 0:36 – Tip #1 – Focus On What’s Truly Important 1:55 […]
If Boyz 2 Men taught us anything, it’s hard to say goodbye. Any time we leave a team or company, we can’t help but feel some sadness. We leave behind what we’ve built, the relationships we formed, and the comfort of the familiar. Even when we leave our role by choice, we need to take […]
Part of your professional image is the way you dress. Here’s a great video I found by Real Men Real Style with tips for dressing for your body type. Did you know there were 5 different body types for men, and what works for one type is bad for another? Learn how in this 11 […]
I’m writing this article from a beautiful tropical beach after an amazing seafood dinner. We’re living debt free. After checking email earlier today, I know that the few startup companies I funded are all ahead of schedule, and have provided amazing jobs to some of the people I respect the most. Sadly, all that is […]
First, a little background. There is no shortage in news on recent data breaches from Target to Anthem. Rather than repeat the background and risk for those incidents, I’ll provide some general information on why you need to be concerned. In the old days, thieves were happy tricking individuals out of personal information. They could […]
Conclusion: To be good at automating, you need to remove all the noise (waste and steps that don’t need a decision) between you and each action. A while ago, my colleague and mentor Dusty Rhodes asked me the following question, “How would you teach process improvement, automation and simplification to someone new to the concept?” […]
boredpanda shares great ideas for hiding clutter around our homesfrom simple (using decorative boxed to hide electronics) to amazing (turning the space under your stairs into pull out drawers). Any ideas you’d add to the list? http://www.boredpanda.com/interior-design-life-hacks-hiding-eyesores/
You’ve probably heard the news and panic over the Heartbleed vulnerability. Here are a few recommended articles to help you understand the risk, and how to protect your identity. How to protect yourself in Heartbleed’s aftershocks: http://www.zdnet.com/how-to-protect-yourself-in-heartbleeds-aftershocks-7000028311/ CNET News Video: Tips to protect yourself from Heartbleed: http://www.cnet.com/videos/tips-to-protect-yourself-from-heartbleed/ Heartbleed bug: Check which sites have been patched – CNET: https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.cnet.com/how-to/which-sites-have-patched-the-heartbleed-bug/&sa=U&ei=ffBHU93nF8q92gXl9YGABQ&ved=0CDUQFjAF&usg=AFQjCNGk1irLu2KRFTXbKuKOlvSCj5hHXA […]
I admit I’m guilty of throwing mail on a pile and discovering too late that I missed something important. To help stop this, we developed a process that has greatly simplified our mail management and total time required. It is based on the OHIO principle: Only Handle It Once used by successful business executives. (thanks […]
Only managers lead is one of the biggest fallacies and constraints teams place on themselves. Instead, what if we developed leaders within our team. Today I’m joined by Glenn Brule, a thought leader, change agent, and a force for team empowerment. Glenn will be sharing why developing front line leaders is critical to team success, […]
Ever have trouble figuring out your purpose? What if there was a podcast for not only following your purpose, but becoming addicted to fulfilling it? Join Victor Nichols II “Coach” and Shane ColquhouN, PhD “Doc” from the Purpose Addicts podcast where they share how they’ve turned their passion for helping others into a motivational podcast dedicated to […]
Should I stay in my Consulting or Corporate IT position, or should I explore life from the other side? Jennifer Forrest (she/her) and Jennifer Bedell, CBAP will share their experiences from both sides and why it’s important to spend at least a little time in your career experiencing both perspectives.
Amy Ruddell, Leslie Hughes, and I discuss what it takes to be a great speaker, host amazing conferences, and how to network to build lifelong colleagues.
I had an amazing conversation with Allison Straker tonight on Better Tech Letter Living. Allison Straker talks about here career path from business analyst to conference speaking and how she’s used her experience to help empower Women in Technology.
I was honored to talk with Leslie Hughes about LinkedIn, professional branding, and managing your social image. Leslie is a LinkedIn Profile Writer • Personal Branding Specialist • LinkedIn, Social Selling, Digital Marketing Lead Trainer • Author • Appeared on CTV’s “The Social and was called a “Social Media Guru” on CBC radio. Don’t miss […]
We will be discussing Data, Analytics, and BI in the reporting of Covid-19. How news and agencies promoted unactionable stats that caused confusion and what they should have done instead.
“Learning from the Best” is a series where I share lessons from some of the best mentors, coaches, and role models I’ve learned from. I hope you will find them inspiring too. The next person I want to introduce you to in my series of inspiring mentors is Bob Prentiss. Known throughout the PM/BA conference […]
Whether in our professional or personal lives, we are challenged by unplanned setbacks, emergencies, or events. We don’t know the form they may take, but we can plan and overcome types of events when they happen. On this podcast, I’m joined by Columbus Brown who will share his tips and lessons from his professional career […]
Join Michael Bathurst and I as we discuss ways to become better prepared for disasters and unplanned events. We can’t be prepared for everything, but we’ll share pragmatic advice for how you can be a little better informed and ready when the next unfortunate event hits. This is not crazy, doomsday prepping, but rather a […]
Imagine downsizing your family to an RV and travelling North America. A.C. Chan and family made this transition well before it became popular during COVID. So what is it like to live and work when you can move your house? What prompted the change? AC will share his experiences and advice for anyone curious or interested in […]
We will be discussing Data, Analytics, and BI in the reporting of Covid-19. How news and agencies promoted unactionable stats that caused confusion and what they should have done instead.
I’ve had a requests to share my home office and video studio setup. Part one covers the equipment I’m using or recommend. Part 2 will be the office setup. I focused on value and budget. If you have an unlimited budget, hire someone with video production to setup your dream studio. For everyone else, here […]
We weren’t able to meet in person, but that means everyone benefits. All Dragon Con programming is free and open to the public. Here are the panels we hosted for the Apocalypse Rising track. We hope you enjoy the it so much that you’ll join us in person next year. The same link works for […]
A few thoughts on preparation for the next wave of outbreak and panic. If we have a large uptake in COVID cases, we will probably also see more hoarding. Buying a little extra each time will spread out spending and allow stores to restock. If an online store allows backordered purchases, you can always cancel […]
After 9/11, a friend started struggling with high levels of stress and near panic attacks. Although they were not personally impacted by the events themselves, they fell victim to the never-ending barrage of 24 hour news reports, speculation, and fear. Everything in the news was so dark and negative that it took them along for […]
If you are new to prepping and disasters, I extracted the appendix from my “Can the Zombie Apocalypse help you survive your IT projects?” presentation. It contains guidance on the stages of a disaster, 3 and 30 day survival kit lists, and references if you want to learn more.
If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will demonstrate […]
If Boyz 2 Men taught us anything, it’s hard to say goodbye. Any time we leave a team or company, we can’t help but feel some sadness. We leave behind what we’ve built, the relationships we formed, and the comfort of the familiar. Even when we leave our role by choice, we need to take […]
I’m writing this article from a beautiful tropical beach after an amazing seafood dinner. We’re living debt free. After checking email earlier today, I know that the few startup companies I funded are all ahead of schedule, and have provided amazing jobs to some of the people I respect the most. Sadly, all that is […]
First, a little background. There is no shortage in news on recent data breaches from Target to Anthem. Rather than repeat the background and risk for those incidents, I’ll provide some general information on why you need to be concerned. In the old days, thieves were happy tricking individuals out of personal information. They could […]
