Episode #65: “Beyond Tools To Transformation” – Andrew Davis
In Episode 65, I welcome back Andrew Davis to the podcast after his transition from AutoRabbit.
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Episode 56 — The Rising Cost of Higher Education: A Vanishing American Promise
In today’s episode, we’re diving into an issue that affects millions but is often framed too narrowly: the rising cost of a college education in the United States. Given recent events, I wanted to take some time to explore the dramatic transformation of American higher education from an accessible pathway to opportunity in the 1970s
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Episode 44 — Kairos Learning: Driving Proactive Skill Development
Organizations have been using frameworks like ITIL, DevOps, Agile and other similar offers for decades. We’ve not had a means of determining whether or not they are keeping pace with what’s happening in the marketplace and whether they’re meeting the needs of the constituents they serve. In this episode, Kengon takes some time to discuss
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Episode 33 — “Up, Down, and All Around” — Doland White, Part 2
In today’s episode, we’re wrapping up the conversation (for now, at least) with Doland White on leadership. I’m not quite sure how it happened, but there’s a lot of good stuff packed into this one episode. I hope you take full advantage of it!
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Episode 31 — “How To Fail At Leadership While Actually Trying”
In this episode, we’re starting a conversation about a new, non-traditional approach to leadership and leadership development. Before diving into the details, we address one of the key elements that can sabotage both new and seasoned leaders. Listen to the episode now [Open the player page] Resources
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Episode 30 — “Career Management in Uncertain Times” — Shane Carlson, Part 2
In this episode, I finish up my conversation with Shane Carlson on career management. There’s some really great ideas in here and a couple of stories that help make the point. It’s slightly longer than usual, so be prepared. Please come back to provide questions, comments, and feedback. Listen to the episode now [Open the
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Episode 29 — “Career Management in Uncertain Times” — Shane Carlson
In this episode, I talk with my long-time friend Shane Carlson about “career management” and whether it’s “still a thing.” With the number of layoffs in the tech sector, I think it’s a very relevant topic and a question worth entertaining. If you’ve spent even a moment considering your career and your future, I think
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Episode 26 — “Thingify At Your Own Risk” — Andrew Davis, Part 2
In this episode, we wrap up our conversation with Andrew Davis on his book “Flow Engineering.” It’s slightly longer than usual, so grab a drink and/or snack and settle in for some fun!
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Episode 24 — “Prepare To Launch” — Engaging Potential Sponsors
In this episode, kengon finishes up his conversation with Elton Dadow of GingrTech on simulations. This will cover how to deal with simulation providers, executive sponsors, and doing the required prep for a successful event.
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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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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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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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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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“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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