Tag: Technology

  • Discussion with Susanne Tedrick: Developing a Game Plan to Thrive as Technology Evolves

    Discussion with Susanne Tedrick: Developing a Game Plan to Thrive as Technology Evolves

    I recently met with Susanne Tedrick, Cloud Solution Specialist, to learn how women of color can jump-start, transition to or further evolve their career in technology, her new book Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators, and how tech professionals can stay relevant in today’s…

  • Student Challenge 2018-2020

    Student Challenge 2018-2020

    The Student Challenge has ended. I’d like to thank every who participated in the MOOC and Online Course Student Challenge. As of today, the student challenge has officially ended. I appreciate all of you who participated and shared your accomplishments. Thanks to you I was able to try several new online educational platforms including Lynda.com,…

  • Discussion with Eric Schmuttenmaer: Executive Presence for Technical Professionals

    Discussion with Eric Schmuttenmaer: Executive Presence for Technical Professionals

    On Saturday, November 23rd, Wylie Blanchard will interview Eric Schmuttenmaer, the Associate Vice President of Digital, Technology and Innovation at AMITA Health. In this interview, Eric will share why it is important for technical professionals to build their executive presence. Register at Great Tech Pros to join the conversation.

  • Digital Media Technologies can Overcome the Challenges within Mass Communication

    Digital Media Technologies can Overcome the Challenges within Mass Communication

    In this article, we’ll explore the disadvantages of a mass communication approach to Business-To-Consumer (B2C) communication and how digital media technologies can help overcome these issues. One disadvantage for businesses that use mass communication is that they cannot accurately identify demand for their products and services because their delivery method focuses on reaching the largest amount of…

  • Discussion with Don Alava: Integrating Digital and Traditional Marketing

    Discussion with Don Alava: Integrating Digital and Traditional Marketing

    I met with Don Alava, Digital Marketing expert and VP of Marketing Analytics & Technology at Universal Technical Institute. In this discussion Don shared his expertise on integrating digital and traditional marketing. Originally posted at www.GreatTechPros.com. Excerpt from the Interview: Wylie Blanchard: So, let’s talk about analytics for a second. How has analytics changed how we market content…

  • Become the SQL Professional of Choice – Two Sessions

    Become the SQL Professional of Choice – Two Sessions

    Continued from SQL Saturday – Chicago 2019. Session resources below. EVENT UPDATE: The SQL Saturday Chicago event is always amazing. I presented two sessions at the event: Become a SQL Pro who’s in High Demand and You’re hired! Creating value before and after the interview. Notable Sessions: Here are two sessions that I attended that were both educational and enjoyable. More below, including  Event Photos.…

  • You’re hired! Creating value before and after the interview

    You’re hired! Creating value before and after the interview

    Continued from SQL Saturday – Chicago 2019. Session resources below. Follow Up: SESSION DESCRIPTION: You’re hired! Creating value before and after the interview. Speaker(s): Wylie Blanchard Track: Professional Development Landing a gig as an employee, consultant or contractor has become highly competitive. You need to differentiate yourself in a way that tells the hiring manager that you are…

  • SQL Saturday – Chicago 2018 – Benedictine University

    SQL Saturday – Chicago 2018 – Benedictine University

    I’m highly excited to be presenting at SQL Saturday Chicago 2018 this year. In this presentation, I’ll share a complete guide with stories, analytics, and strategies for mastering your database career. For those attending, return here after the event to get the session resources. The resources from this session are now available (For event attendees only). SESSION DESCRIPTION: Become…

  • Website Considerations that Impact Business Communication

    Website Considerations that Impact Business Communication

    In this article, we’ll explore three things that businesses should consider when assessing how it communicates through its website. Consider what a website visitor needs from your website prior to other considerations.  It is important to know what users expect to encounter when they use a website. For instance, business communications like marketing messages and informational…