Not to stereotype the technology folks, networking is probably one of the hardest things where we the IT professionals have to consistently push ourselves to do. I am no exception, but it does not need to be a chore. Liz Ryan of Yahoo! HotJobs has a great write-up on debunking the myths. Check it out.
Liz Ryan’s article on Yahoo! HotJobs
Add comment January 28th, 2008
Date: January 24, 2008
Location: Mastro’s Steakhouse, Beverly Hills
Organization: CA / Wily Technology
Abstract: CA invited me to give a talk about SPE’s implementation of Wily Introscope product. We have been using Introscope since early 2004, so we shared our experience using the product and lessons learned.
Download: CAWily_BH_20080124.pdf (PDF, 780K), CAWily_ExecRT_20080124.pdf (PDF, 75K)
Add comment January 25th, 2008
I started listening to Harvard Business Review’s IdeaCast since episode #1 in 2006. The podcasts are very informative, and I have always found useful information to act on from each episode. The most recent episode #77 was no exception. This episode featured Marshall Goldsmith, one of the most respected management thinkers in my book. In this episode, Marshall discussed why and how to influence upward. Listen to the podcast and judge for yourself.
So why sell your ideas? Because no one is obligated to buy, not usually anyway.
Link to HBR’s IdeaCast
Link to Dr. Goldsmith’s blog (so glad I found this)
Add comment January 21st, 2008
I like this book for several reasons. First, the prints are visually pleasing, for me at least, with large fonts and ample space. Second, Mr. Lucht’s writing style yields content that is easy to absorb. Third, and the most important of them all, John’s advices make sense and work, day after day.
Some people might read the book and go “So what, those are just common sense stuff.” Well, sure but try to do those things in the book consistently day in and day out. I guess practicing management is about doing the right things and being effective on a consistent basis. A great read for anyone who is in the management line of work or aspiring to get into one. I read the book from time to time and continue to get new “insights” every time.
Add comment January 17th, 2008
While investigating the mechanical details behind the WordPress theme, I came across XAMPP, a simple and straight-forward way of getting a WAMP stack working on your PC. Although an .EXE installer is available, I prefer the .ZIP package. Just unzip the content, run a setup batch file, and off you go. It could not be easier. Now there is no excuse not to get your own WAMP stack running and start the learning!
Many thanks to the Apache Friends Project
Other WAMP stacks listed on Wiki
Add comment January 13th, 2008
I don’t remember when I started following Anne Fisher’s column, but I have always found her articles to be very informative and useful. You may or may not always agree with her expert guests’ assessments, it is always good to learn from a diverse points of view. Subscribe to her newsletter and check it out.
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Check out Anne’s blog
Add comment January 13th, 2008
When it comes to the project management topic, The Project Management Podcast hosted by Cornelius Fichtner is definitely my favorite. Mr. Fichtner has been consistently pumping out quality weekly podcasts since September 2005. I don’t know how he does it. Great job, Cornelius!
The Project Management Podcast
Add comment January 6th, 2008
Managing one’s career is an on-going task that just has to be done. It used to be companies will manage people’s careers and take care of them from the day of hire to retirement. Those companies are still out there but they are certainly in the minority. One resource I find very worth-a-while is the Career Opportunities podcast by Douglas Welch. At the end of the day, your career is yours to manage and no one is going to do it for you.
1 comment January 6th, 2008
As an IT person, this book is a must-read and I refreshed my memory over the holiday weekend on what it means to be “The New Middlers” and what it takes to be one of the untouchables.
The World is Flat by Thomas Friedman
Add comment January 6th, 2008
Came across this and would like to pass along for those of you making the new year resolutions…
Add comment January 6th, 2008
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