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 […]
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
Episode 18 – “Play It Again, Stu!” — Developing Competencies Through Simulations Read More »
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
Episode 17 – “Data, Data, Everywhere!” – Dr. Mauricio Corona, Part 3I Read More »
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
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.
Episode 16 – “Elementary, Dear Data!” – Dr. Mauricio Corona, Part 2 Read More »
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!
Episode 15 – “Let The Robot Do It” – Dr. Mauricio Corona, Part 1 Read More »
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.
Episode 14 – Mental Health in IT Read More »
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.
Episode 13 – Cultural Factors and Collaboration Read More »
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?
Episode 12 – SFIA, Part 2 Read More »
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…
Episode 11 – SFIA, Part 1 Read More »
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!
Episode 10 – Design Thinking Read More »
Today’s episode is fairly packed and it’s a first cut on resources and planning for personal/professional development. Why this? Well…
Episode 09 – “You Are What You Eat…” Read More »
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!
Luigi Ferri Talks About Episode 08… Read More »
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!
Episode 08 – Standards, Frameworks, and Conformance – Oh my! Read More »
Well, you knew this one was coming, didn’t you? 😉 This is a call to action. Why? Let me tell you…
Episode 07 – Thinking Like An Analyst Read More »
This week, we’re continuing our discussion with Mark Edmead on the state of the training and development market.
Episode 06 – “To Train or Not To Train – Part 2” Read More »
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.
Episode 05 – “To Train or Not To Train – Part 1” Read More »
This week, we’re going to wrap up our conversation with Hank Marquis on Technostress!
Episode 04 – Technostress, Part 2 Read More »
For this episode, I’ve got my first guest joining me! It’s Dr. Hank Marquis, author of “Completely Satisfied.”
Episode 03 – Technostress, Part 1 Read More »
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!
Episode 02 – “I See What You’re Saying” – The Power of Visual Communication Read More »
This represents the first “real” episode in my podcast series. Have a look at the contents, why don’t ya?!
Episode 01 – Hats Off To You! Read More »
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…
Episode 00 – A Podcast?! Yikes!! Read More »
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…
Making Memorial Day More Memorable Read More »
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… 😉
“Goodbye, and thanks for all the fish…” Read More »
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
More podcasts, more fun! Read More »
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…
“So you get on a podcast with your pals the other dayyyyyyy…” Read More »
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
Everything “Old” is “New” Again… Read More »
Or “How to be a totally ineffective leader in 4 easy steps!” Hmmmmm, that doesn’t sound as attractive as the main title, right?! No, it doesn’t, but it doesn’t make it any less relevant. It’s not often that I am wanting to talk about “secrets,” but in this case I’m going to make an exception.
The “Secret” of Leadership Read More »
I have this recurring nightmare that just won’t go away. So, there I am… I’ve just woken up from a nap on my favorite recliner in my living room. I’m still a bit groggy, but I look down and see my young daughter looking up at me intently through her hazel eyes. Really, she’s staring at me. I
Best Practice: Are We Missing The Point? Read More »
It was inevitable, wasn’t it? I tried so hard, for so long to avoid using the word “transformation.” Yet, I knew it was merely a matter of time… Until what, you ask?! The word transformation started creeping into our vocabulary (again). This time it was in the context of “Next Generation IT.” I wish we
Transformation: What Is It, Really?! Read More »
