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 […]
Leadership in the ranks with Glenn Brule
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, […]
empowerment, leadership, leadership development, personal development, professional developmentQuick Tip: Virtual eye contact made easier
Learn how to make better virtual eye contact by simply adjusting your camera and conferencing app position .
presentation videos, presentations, video, video calls, video conferencing, video studio, virtual facilitationCommander’s Intent
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 […]
20210429 Low code and citizen developers with AJ Hawley and Michael Roth
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/
20210317 Empowering women in tech with Allison & Stacee
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.
20210316 IT Consulting vs Corporate with Jenn & Jenn
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.
20210311 BA/PM trends and tips with Paul Crosby and Jennifer Battan from The Uncommon League
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. […]
20210309 Leading in Business Analysis with Deena and Mindy
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.
20210223 Managing and marketing your webinars & broadcasts
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.
20210218 IT governance made easy (Hint: It’s all about accountability)
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.
20210216 Building social influencers within your company
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 […]
20210209 Public speaking, presenting, and networking with Amy and Leslie
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.
20210204 Empowering women in technology with Allison Straker
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.
20210202 Building your personal brand with Leslie Hughes
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 […]
20210211 Understanding Product Ownership with Ari Glaizel
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.
20210126 How agencies should have reported COVID data
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.
Getting your first job or changing roles
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 […]
Home video studio for webcasts and meetings
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 […]
Software Development Times: Around the industry… predictions for 2021
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 […]
The future of DevOps: 21 predictions for 2021 by Robert L. Mitchell, Managing Editor, TechBeacon
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? […]
20201008 Analysts After Work, Episode 018 (ft. Hans Eckman and Michael Martino)
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/
8 Tips for Better Virtual Facilitation – Info-Tech Research Group
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 […]
Analysts After Work, Episode 003 with Vince Mirabelli
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 […]
Preparing for the next spike in COVID Cases and extended WFH
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 […]
Quick Note: Office Closures
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 […]
Emotional Fitness – A Quick Guide to Surviving a Crisis
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 […]
Embracing Business Agility – Where do we start?
“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 […]
How To Go From Average To AWESOME – 12 Tips from Real Men Real Style
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 […]
201712 I.T. Career Energizer Podcast – Episode 34: Play to Your Strengths with Hans Eckman
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 […]
Can the Zombie Apocalypse help you survive your IT projects?
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 […]
Fighting the Fear of New
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 […]
Men: Dressing for success and your body type
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 […]
20170103 MBA105: The Best Advice I Ever Received
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 […]
20160405 Mastering Business Analysis Podcast – MBA066: Starting a BA Community of Practice
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 […]
20160219 Business Executive Radio – Innovation and Technology Episode
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, […]
Dear John, The Importance of a Work Spouse
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 […]
20151208 Mastering Business Analysis Podcast – MBA049: The First Line of Defense Against a Security Breach
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 […]
Guide to simplifying and automating processes
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?” […]
Heartbleed OpenSSL Account Vulnerability
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 […]
Following in front
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 […]
You may have more than one product
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? – The Wealth Report – WSJ
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 […]
Hiring quality project managers and business analysts
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 for Business Analysts
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