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Sometimes, the most useful skills can't be taught -- they are learned through experience. Our experts help you with the soft skills that can make all the difference in helping you succeed with your most difficult projects.
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The CIO's 2012 Prep: Coping with Uncertainty
- by Michael Wood
(May 17, 2011)
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Since the economic crash of 2008, IT leaders have been faced with an almost overwhelming uncertainty about where their organizations and departments are headed. As always, the key to successful IT Strategy is thinking ahead and preparing for any possible scenarios. Our annual guide to gearing up for next year will get you in the right frame of mind to face the uncertainty with confidence.
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Shaping a Strategic Approach to Learning and Development
- by Michael Wood
(April 7, 2011)
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Few would argue against continuous training of team members, but many fail to consider how that training will ultimately benefit the organization. By creating an overall L&D strategy, you can maximize your training efforts and see better business results than you may have thought possible.
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Don't Let the Economy Get You Down
- by Michael Wood
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The economic downturn has companies cutting budgets and employees fearing for their futures. No one likes facing layoffs and benefit or pay reductions, but these are the things that carry us through tough times. Here's how you, as a manager, can keep your workforce morale from sinking as you weather the current economic storms.
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Working With a Leaner IT Organization
- by Michael Wood
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When the economy demands that you trim your IT organization, the bulky, overstaffed groups are to be envied. They have plenty of room to cut and look like heroes of sacrifice. For those of us who are already running lean, there seems to be nowhere to go. Here are some ideas on how you can still tighten up, even when you're already running lean and mean.
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The CIOs First 30 Days, Part I
- by Michael Wood
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Congratulations, you just accepted a job as CIO, now what? What you do during your first 30 days on the job will most likely determine your future success. The strategy you deploy is critical and will vary greatly with the circumstances you are inheriting. Here's a look at our first round of possible success strategies, which involve building peer constituencies and assessing perceptions.
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Real Project Teams Bring Real Project Success
- by Michael Wood
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Any sports fan will tell you that a good team is more than the sum of its parts. Talent is great, but without a real team experience, success is elusive. Make sure you have a real project team, and not just a bunch of good workers.
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Fitting In
- by Michael Wood
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Aligning IT with the business doesn't mean just supporting the goals of the enterprise. IT departments also have to learn how to align culturally with the rest of the business. That means getting the techies and the suits into the same sandbox, which can be a real challege for a CIO.
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The Virtuoso and the Team
- by Michael R. Wood
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The only way to success is through teamwork, right? It's time to rethink that attitude before the pursuit of a perfect team eclipses the magic of a virtuoso performance. Maybe a change of attitude can get you to a winning compromise.
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