Episode 21 – “What Do You Think?” – Curating A Point Of View
In this episdode, I’m looking to continue the work we started in Episode 07 – “Thinking Like An Analyst.”
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Episode 20 – “Make It Real!” – Crafting Meaningful Stories
In this episdode, I’m finishing my series on Simulations (for now, at least) with Stu McDonald of Sunburst Simulations.
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Episode 19 – “Stu, Tell Me A Story?” – How Simulations Are Built
In this episode, I’m continuing the conversation with Stu McDonald of Sunburst Simulations.
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Thank you!
Today, I’d like to extend my heartfelt thanks to those who’ve avidly followed my podcast, “Esoteric Curiosities.” This podcast is not just a “labor of love” for me; it’s a vital part of my personal mission and self-expression. I am driven to share as much of the knowledge and experiences I’ve gathered over the course
Episode 18 – “Play It Again, Stu!” — Developing Competencies Through Simulations
In this episdode, I’m starting off a new series on Simulations and Stu McDonald of Sunburst Simulations is my first guest on this topic! WOOT
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Episode 17 – “Data, Data, Everywhere!” – Dr. Mauricio Corona, Part 3I
In this episode, kengon finishes his conversation with Mauricio, talking about the massive amounts of data available today and how people can get started down the path of being a member of a multidisciplinary data science team
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Memorial Day 2024
Today, I think of those servicemembers who never removed their uniforms to enjoy their return to civilian life. Their actions have enabled me to lead a life where I can live, love, learn, and (hopefully) grow old. Each day, I aspire to live up to a singular challenge — live a life worthy of their
Episode 16 – “Elementary, Dear Data!” – Dr. Mauricio Corona, Part 2
In this episode, we continue the discussion with my long-time friend and associate, Dr. Mauricio Corona. We pick up where we left off and dive deep into the challenge of managing data and establishing a firm foundation for success with AI.
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Episode 15 – “Let The Robot Do It” – Dr. Mauricio Corona, Part 1
In this episode, I start a multipart conversation with Dr. Mauricio Corona on robotics and AI. There isn’t always a straight line between an idea and where it ends. This story is one example of that — and it’s just the start of it!
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Episode 14 – Mental Health in IT
In this episode, we’re starting a conversation with Daniel Breston on addressing mental health concerns for those working in/around IT. This is the most extended episode yet, but one that deserves a full listen.
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Episode 13 – Cultural Factors and Collaboration
In this episode, I’m discussing some recent events and my response to them. Rather than doing my typical thing, I took a different path. What was that? Read on, friends.
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Episode 12 – SFIA, Part 2
In this episode, I am continuing the conversation with my friend John Kleist about his work with SFIA. If you enjoyed the last episode, you’ll likely enjoy this one too! Shall we start?
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Episode 11 – SFIA, Part 1
In this episode, I have the pleasure of talking with my friend John Kleist about his work with SFIA. What is it? Well, read on my friend…
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Episode 10 – Design Thinking
In this episode I get to welcome back my colleague Mart Rovers of Interprom USA. Our discussion will cover design thinking and I’m pretty excited for you to join us. Want to know more? Let’s get busy!
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Episode 09 – “You Are What You Eat…”
Today’s episode is fairly packed and it’s a first cut on resources and planning for personal/professional development. Why this? Well…
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Luigi Ferri Talks About Episode 08…
In this post on LinkedIn, fellow podcaster Luigi Ferri offered a comment on Episode 08, published today. I tried responding on LinkedIn, but there’s a character count limit on replies. As such, I decided to create a blog post. Would you care to read it? Please do!
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Episode 08 – Standards, Frameworks, and Conformance – Oh my!
In this episode I have the opportunity to connect with a longtime friend and colleague, Mart Rovers of Interprom USA. This is a discussion on the utility and relevance of standards in today’s organization. Want to know more? Great!
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Episode 07 – Thinking Like An Analyst
Well, you knew this one was coming, didn’t you? 😉 This is a call to action. Why? Let me tell you…
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Episode 06 – “To Train or Not To Train – Part 2”
This week, we’re continuing our discussion with Mark Edmead on the state of the training and development market.
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Episode 05 – “To Train or Not To Train – Part 1”
This weeks episode is a fun one! I’m joined by my friend Mark Edmead of MTE Advisors about the state of the training and development market.
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Episode 04 – Technostress, Part 2
This week, we’re going to wrap up our conversation with Hank Marquis on Technostress!
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Episode 03 – Technostress, Part 1
For this episode, I’ve got my first guest joining me! It’s Dr. Hank Marquis, author of “Completely Satisfied.”
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Episode 02 – “I See What You’re Saying” – The Power of Visual Communication
I’m particularly excited about this Episode, because I consider it so important for individual professional development in today’s environment. Care to find out more? Let’s go!
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Episode 01 – Hats Off To You!
This represents the first “real” episode in my podcast series. Have a look at the contents, why don’t ya?!
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Episode 00 – A Podcast?! Yikes!!
Yes, it’s true — I’m doing a podcast. This is the beginning. What am I doing? Why am I doing it? Let me elaborate…
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Making Memorial Day More Memorable
Today is Memorial Day. Apologies for the “tongue twister” title, but it accurately captures my thinking here. I consider this a very special day. Here’s why…
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“Goodbye, and thanks for all the fish…”
As of the close of business on 09 Sep 22, I officially became a former Gartner Expert. My Analyst Profile page on gartner.com bears this out! This was simultaneously one of the easiest and most difficult decisions of my career. Care to know why? Well, click the post title and read on… 😉
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More podcasts, more fun!
One of the things I’d been hoping to do was to be out in the public eye a little bit more. As a result, I’d had the chance to speak with a few folks in “my network” and then received some invites to be on two more podcasts! WOO HOO Would you like to know
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“So you get on a podcast with your pals the other dayyyyyyy…”
I’d have been so disappointed with myself if I couldn’t work a Letterkenny reference into this post! 😉 I had the opportunity this week to reconnect with two long-time, valued industry colleagues: Barclay Rae and Ian Aitchison on their Enterprise Digital Podcast. Surprised?! O.o Well, click on the title and let me explain…
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Everything “Old” is “New” Again…
Well, I might be exaggerating a little bit, but not by much. I’d run this blog for quite a long time and I was both proud of and pleased with a number of my posts. Rather than overlook what has been done before, I’ve decided that I am going to re-post a number of my
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