Category: Public Speaking

Has PASS Outlived Its Purpose?

I’ve been pondering a question recently. “Has PASS outlived its purpose?” To help answer that question, I went to the PASS website to look for its mission statement. I couldn’t find it in the dropdown menus. I searched the site. No results found. That’s disappointing. And perhaps it explains why the organization is struggling as…
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Music City Data Call for Speakers

  For years, Music City Code has been recognized as one of the premier events in Nashville’s technology scene. It has consistently drawn attendees and speakers from around country. Primarily focused on software and website development, the event has been attracting a growing number of data professionals who work closely with software developers. This year,…
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Book Review: Scrum by Jeff Sutherland

“I truly believe that if you take care of your employees, they will take care of your business.” – Sir Richard Branson If Branson is to be believed, and his track record at The Virgin Group suggests that he knows what he’s doing, we’re left with the question: how do you take care of your…
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How To Choose A Topic For Speaking

“The human brain starts working the moment you are born and never stops until you stand up to speak in public.” observed Academy Award winning movie producer George Jessel. I think there is some truth to that for many of us. As a regular speaker at conferences, SQLSaturdays, and other organizations, I’m often asked about…
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