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Setbacks are all a matter of perspective

We all confront challenges differently.  Some of us avoid certain challenges because of factors we think we can’t control – while some of us take on almost every challange as an attempt to proove to the world we can do them.  No matter how you confront them, there are going to be bumps in the [...]

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Shifting the Focus

Organizations are always looking at new innovative ways of motivating and promoting success.  Much of this comes from leadership strategies or the deficiencies of a current leadership strategy.  How do we shift a leadership focus without creating a major shock to the organizational system. Change your planning around a budget to planning around a vision.  [...]

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How do you turn the Shop of NO into the Shop of NOW?

I heard this comment during an event I participated in this passed week.  The comment from one of the presenters referenced turning the shop of No into the Shop of Now.  This comment really stuck with me throughout the day, so I just had to learn more about it.  What does it really mean in the [...]

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Tagged IT support, negativity, team building, teamwork, technology
The tool is only as effective as the one using it.

Many organizations look for the right tools that fit the environment.  In some cases, the selection of the tool is due to technology teams that are not performing or are perceived to be ineffective. This can be frustrating to everyone. The selection of a technology in the organization can be challenging.  We tend to rely on [...]

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Tagged Bridging the Gap, IT, technology professionals
Technical Can Be Creative Too.

We see creativity in technology everyday, but those considered to be the most creative are applauded in theaters and television.  Those in the technology industry are generally descibed as analytical and somewhat ridgid.  We are not as ridgid as you may think.  When it comes to how we accomplish projects and tasks, many of us are very [...]

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Tagged Bridging the Gap, IT, leadership, technology professionals