Presentation given at the 2009 IA Summit by Dorelle Rabinowitz, UX manager at eBay. Its chock full of practical advice and stories on how to inspire your team to do great work.
Here are the slides from my 'NSFW' presentation at CUSEC 2010 in Montreal on January 19th.
I talk about tech, life, art, love, and adventure. This is intended to be entertaining advice for anyone that wants to lead a life less ordinary that's interested in software development or just being awesome.
You can read all of my speaker notes, complete with URLs citing sources, at: http://www.slideshare.net/peteforde/nsfw-notes
Whether you're just getting started in your career or have been working for awhile you'll benefit from the strategies covered in this talk.
You'll learn:
• Why people get promoted
• How to prepare for a promotion
• What to do about past performance
• What to do if you're passed up for a promotion
Workshop for Health Tech Entrepreneurs at London South Bank University.
Part of the Simulation for Digital Health Programme - Entrepreneurship & Innovation in London.
Breakthrough Productivity - How to Get S*!# Done (for Online Entrepreneurs)Shane Melaugh
What really separates successful online businesses from the millions of people who TRY to make it for themselves, but never succeed?
And what about the major problem so many online entrepreneurs face: information overload and overwhelm? You get bombarded with messages (often conflicting) from all sides. How do you cut through all this noise and find focus?
And finally, does positive visualization actually help?
These are the three main points discussed in this presentation. You might find the answers shocking (but very useful).
This presentation is tailored to women in technology. It covers how to communicate concerns to a team and supervisors, as well as how to craft an ASK regarding a promotion, pay raise, or change in role.
For anyone interested in promoting a diverse workplace this presentation is filled with helpful suggestion to make it a friendlier place. It also sheds light into why women or anyone might be averse to applying for positions or holding themselves back from taking on challenging roles.
How to Improve Your Organization\'s Website Through Usability TestingCAMT
For a growing number of arts organizations, the web has become a key communications channel -- not just for sharing information, but for cultivating relationships with visitors. To what degree does your website deliver on its full potential? Does its visual and architectural design help or hinder visitors? What does it currently do well, and what specifically could improve? In this interactive workshop, you\'ll learn how usability testing can help to answer these questions. Created by Rober Barlow-Busch for the 2008 Technology in the Arts: Canada Conference.
No business can thrive without the discovery of a great idea. But, then again, an idea needs to undergo proper development to transform into a successful business venture – else your unpolished idea dies a quick death. In this article, we will talk about how one can turn an idea into a business.
Here are the slides from my 'NSFW' presentation at CUSEC 2010 in Montreal on January 19th.
I talk about tech, life, art, love, and adventure. This is intended to be entertaining advice for anyone that wants to lead a life less ordinary that's interested in software development or just being awesome.
You can read all of my speaker notes, complete with URLs citing sources, at: http://www.slideshare.net/peteforde/nsfw-notes
Whether you're just getting started in your career or have been working for awhile you'll benefit from the strategies covered in this talk.
You'll learn:
• Why people get promoted
• How to prepare for a promotion
• What to do about past performance
• What to do if you're passed up for a promotion
Workshop for Health Tech Entrepreneurs at London South Bank University.
Part of the Simulation for Digital Health Programme - Entrepreneurship & Innovation in London.
Breakthrough Productivity - How to Get S*!# Done (for Online Entrepreneurs)Shane Melaugh
What really separates successful online businesses from the millions of people who TRY to make it for themselves, but never succeed?
And what about the major problem so many online entrepreneurs face: information overload and overwhelm? You get bombarded with messages (often conflicting) from all sides. How do you cut through all this noise and find focus?
And finally, does positive visualization actually help?
These are the three main points discussed in this presentation. You might find the answers shocking (but very useful).
This presentation is tailored to women in technology. It covers how to communicate concerns to a team and supervisors, as well as how to craft an ASK regarding a promotion, pay raise, or change in role.
For anyone interested in promoting a diverse workplace this presentation is filled with helpful suggestion to make it a friendlier place. It also sheds light into why women or anyone might be averse to applying for positions or holding themselves back from taking on challenging roles.
How to Improve Your Organization\'s Website Through Usability TestingCAMT
For a growing number of arts organizations, the web has become a key communications channel -- not just for sharing information, but for cultivating relationships with visitors. To what degree does your website deliver on its full potential? Does its visual and architectural design help or hinder visitors? What does it currently do well, and what specifically could improve? In this interactive workshop, you\'ll learn how usability testing can help to answer these questions. Created by Rober Barlow-Busch for the 2008 Technology in the Arts: Canada Conference.
No business can thrive without the discovery of a great idea. But, then again, an idea needs to undergo proper development to transform into a successful business venture – else your unpolished idea dies a quick death. In this article, we will talk about how one can turn an idea into a business.
What do CEOs look for in employees? Here are some pieces of advice from very important companies' CEOS that will give you the guidelines to be the perfect candidate.
21 Successful Entrepreuneurs Share their Best Advice - 2016Amit Jadhav
Check out the compilation and 'gyaan' by these successful Leaders. I wish you become a successful LEADER in 2016 ad in case you already are...be instrumental in creating someone else. Happy 2016 and stay tunes to lot's of great stuff
A pragmatic look at the journey from technical wasteland to digital competency - with inspiration from the Tarot.
Saying “no” is a journey. Part of it is sleight of hand . Most of it is a careful alignment of people, process and technology. Eventually we stop having to say “no” because the we stop wanting the wrong things.
○Establish credibility, have the right tools
○Plan for change over time
○Manage aesthetics (and more) with patterns
○Establish clear governance
○Get organisational alignment
○Digital transformation
Deep Impact or Armageddon? Moving from Idea to DesignCarolyn Chandler
When two businesses have the same idea at the same time, what determines the "winner"? Often the greatness of the idea alone is not enough to predict success, and being first to market can be overrated. If you can connect your idea with the lives of your customers and craft an experience that's useful and enjoyable, you can create something that's truly unique.
In this session Carolyn Chandler, Experience Design author, consultant and instructor, will discuss moving from idea to design. You'll learn about design principles that can help you both realize your vision and impact the lives of your customers.
A few of the things that have crossed my mind over the last year or so that haven't landed in a blog post yet. Hoping that putting them here inspires me to actually get them there. Or at least to get back to writing with more consistency. Anyway, if anything in here spurs a thought, drop a note in the comments here or on the post where I shared them on the blog.
Managing Your Career: How to sell yourself and attain your career goalsMaRS Discovery District
Part of the CIBC Presents Entrepreneurship 101 lecture series.
Speakers: Teresa Snelgrove, Boyden Global Executive Search Inc.
Frédéric Sweeney, VenGrowth Private Equity Partners Inc
More information and video: http://www.marsdd.com/Events/Event-Calendar/Ent101/2008/selling-yourself-12102008.html
The Emerson Suite - How to Sell Leadership Coaching: Turning Cold Calls into ...The Emerson Suite
- How to turn a cold call into a warm, friendly conversation
- How to ask the right questions to uncover what's really stopping your prospects
- How to present your offer
What do CEOs look for in employees? Here are some pieces of advice from very important companies' CEOS that will give you the guidelines to be the perfect candidate.
21 Successful Entrepreuneurs Share their Best Advice - 2016Amit Jadhav
Check out the compilation and 'gyaan' by these successful Leaders. I wish you become a successful LEADER in 2016 ad in case you already are...be instrumental in creating someone else. Happy 2016 and stay tunes to lot's of great stuff
A pragmatic look at the journey from technical wasteland to digital competency - with inspiration from the Tarot.
Saying “no” is a journey. Part of it is sleight of hand . Most of it is a careful alignment of people, process and technology. Eventually we stop having to say “no” because the we stop wanting the wrong things.
○Establish credibility, have the right tools
○Plan for change over time
○Manage aesthetics (and more) with patterns
○Establish clear governance
○Get organisational alignment
○Digital transformation
Deep Impact or Armageddon? Moving from Idea to DesignCarolyn Chandler
When two businesses have the same idea at the same time, what determines the "winner"? Often the greatness of the idea alone is not enough to predict success, and being first to market can be overrated. If you can connect your idea with the lives of your customers and craft an experience that's useful and enjoyable, you can create something that's truly unique.
In this session Carolyn Chandler, Experience Design author, consultant and instructor, will discuss moving from idea to design. You'll learn about design principles that can help you both realize your vision and impact the lives of your customers.
A few of the things that have crossed my mind over the last year or so that haven't landed in a blog post yet. Hoping that putting them here inspires me to actually get them there. Or at least to get back to writing with more consistency. Anyway, if anything in here spurs a thought, drop a note in the comments here or on the post where I shared them on the blog.
Managing Your Career: How to sell yourself and attain your career goalsMaRS Discovery District
Part of the CIBC Presents Entrepreneurship 101 lecture series.
Speakers: Teresa Snelgrove, Boyden Global Executive Search Inc.
Frédéric Sweeney, VenGrowth Private Equity Partners Inc
More information and video: http://www.marsdd.com/Events/Event-Calendar/Ent101/2008/selling-yourself-12102008.html
The Emerson Suite - How to Sell Leadership Coaching: Turning Cold Calls into ...The Emerson Suite
- How to turn a cold call into a warm, friendly conversation
- How to ask the right questions to uncover what's really stopping your prospects
- How to present your offer
How to Effectively Utilize Rewards and Recognitionguest7c430d
This presentation takes a fresh look at how to recognize and reward people in the work environment. It is suitable for both private and public sector environments.
12 take aways - managing the unmanageableRon Lichty
Silicon Valley Code Camp presentation, October 2013, drawing 12 of the top actionable take-aways for managing programmers and programming teams, from the book, Managing the Unmanageable: Rules, Tools, and Insights for Managing Software People and Teams, by Mickey W. Mantle and Ron Lichty.
Transforming Brand Perception and Boosting Profitabilityaaryangarg12
In today's digital era, the dynamics of brand perception, consumer behavior, and profitability have been profoundly reshaped by the synergy of branding, social media, and website design. This research paper investigates the transformative power of these elements in influencing how individuals perceive brands and products and how this transformation can be harnessed to drive sales and profitability for businesses.
Through an exploration of brand psychology and consumer behavior, this study sheds light on the intricate ways in which effective branding strategies, strategic social media engagement, and user-centric website design contribute to altering consumers' perceptions. We delve into the principles that underlie successful brand transformations, examining how visual identity, messaging, and storytelling can captivate and resonate with target audiences.
Methodologically, this research employs a comprehensive approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses. Real-world case studies illustrate the impact of branding, social media campaigns, and website redesigns on consumer perception, sales figures, and profitability. We assess the various metrics, including brand awareness, customer engagement, conversion rates, and revenue growth, to measure the effectiveness of these strategies.
The results underscore the pivotal role of cohesive branding, social media influence, and website usability in shaping positive brand perceptions, influencing consumer decisions, and ultimately bolstering sales and profitability. This paper provides actionable insights and strategic recommendations for businesses seeking to leverage branding, social media, and website design as potent tools to enhance their market position and financial success.
Hello everyone! I am thrilled to present my latest portfolio on LinkedIn, marking the culmination of my architectural journey thus far. Over the span of five years, I've been fortunate to acquire a wealth of knowledge under the guidance of esteemed professors and industry mentors. From rigorous academic pursuits to practical engagements, each experience has contributed to my growth and refinement as an architecture student. This portfolio not only showcases my projects but also underscores my attention to detail and to innovative architecture as a profession.
Unleash Your Inner Demon with the "Let's Summon Demons" T-Shirt. Calling all fans of dark humor and edgy fashion! The "Let's Summon Demons" t-shirt is a unique way to express yourself and turn heads.
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Expert Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Drafting ServicesResDraft
Whether you’re looking to create a guest house, a rental unit, or a private retreat, our experienced team will design a space that complements your existing home and maximizes your investment. We provide personalized, comprehensive expert accessory dwelling unit (ADU)drafting solutions tailored to your needs, ensuring a seamless process from concept to completion.
Can AI do good? at 'offtheCanvas' India HCI preludeAlan Dix
Invited talk at 'offtheCanvas' IndiaHCI prelude, 29th June 2024.
https://www.alandix.com/academic/talks/offtheCanvas-IndiaHCI2024/
The world is being changed fundamentally by AI and we are constantly faced with newspaper headlines about its harmful effects. However, there is also the potential to both ameliorate theses harms and use the new abilities of AI to transform society for the good. Can you make the difference?
Dive into the innovative world of smart garages with our insightful presentation, "Exploring the Future of Smart Garages." This comprehensive guide covers the latest advancements in garage technology, including automated systems, smart security features, energy efficiency solutions, and seamless integration with smart home ecosystems. Learn how these technologies are transforming traditional garages into high-tech, efficient spaces that enhance convenience, safety, and sustainability.
Ideal for homeowners, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals, this presentation provides valuable insights into the trends, benefits, and future developments in smart garage technology. Stay ahead of the curve with our expert analysis and practical tips on implementing smart garage solutions.
3. What went wrong at the HPL?
‣ Loss of confidence
‣ Unclear expectations
‣ No performance feedback
‣ Lack of 2-way communication
‣ Lack of goals & challenges
= Zero motivation
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4. But I fixed it
‣ Found an ally
‣ Asked for feedback
‣ Initiated responsibility
‣ Inspired trust
and was able to do great work
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7. So where are
the strong?
And who are
the trusted?
And where is
the harmony?
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8. Managers provide the foundation for success
‣Setting the stage
‣Building and trusting the team
‣Leading day to day and design activities
‣Share information freely
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12. SETTING THE STAGE
Clear obstacles
‣Help get stuff done
‣Prioritize
‣Fight procrastination
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13. I’m just a soul whose intentions
are good
Teamwork starts with understanding
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14. TEAMWORK
Understand roles and responsibilities
‣ Manager ‣ Get work done
‣ Lead ‣ Critique
‣ Team ‣ Hands on (or not)
‣ Stakeholders ‣ Get everyone on the
same page
‣ Clients
‣ Assign /delegate
‣ Group/Company tasks & priorities
‣ Get rid of obstacles
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15. TEAMWORK
Understanding team’s strengths/weaknesses
‣ Know what they’re good at and what gives them
trouble
‣ Can you tell when they’re feeling good and
when they’re in a rut?
‣ Can they come to you when they’re in trouble?
‣ What are their personal goals? Career plans?
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16. TEAMWORK
Hire smart
‣ Hire great people and trust them to do their job
‣ Let them do it their way and feel free to tell you that
the way you suggested was wrong and why
‣ Lose bad apples - one bad apple does spoil the
whole bunch
‣ Set boundaries - can you be a friend and a
manager?
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17. TEAMWORK
Over-communicate to build community
‣ Positive reinforcement - a pat on back goes far
‣ Celebrate accomplishments in public
‣ Help everyone see what everyone else is up to
‣ Care enough to confront and correct
‣ Give away the credit
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18. TEAMWORK
Manage emotion
‣ Keep an eye out for complainers
‣ Be a problem-solver to resolve conflicts
‣ Email or in person - whats the appropriate
medium?
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19. TEAMWORK
Gaining respect and earning trust
“I need to be able to look up to my manager
and feel that I can learn from them. If that's
not the case, I am having a hard time
accepting them as a superior”
“Be yourself. Be honest. Set boundaries
and then let it go”
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26. Three major kinds of design reviews
‣ Peer Reviews
‣ Extremely frequent and informal
‣ Meet 1:1 with designers and stakeholders
‣ Quick feedback on explorations and ideas
‣ Team Reviews
‣ Regularly scheduled
‣ Team provides guidance to improve usability and solve open problems
‣ Collaborative refinement of solutions
‣ Stakeholder Reviews
‣ Scheduled for key project milestones
‣ Stakeholders validate design against competing needs
‣ Decisions based on prioritization of objectives
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