Creating Value Through Clarity with John Tucker
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Summary In this episode, John Tucker, Director of Enterprise Data Governance at McDonald's, discusses the human side of data governance. He emphasizes the importance of data literacy and data ownership in a large organization like McDonald's. John shares insights on driving structured data governance across teams, establishing clear policy standards, and creating a culture of security. He also discusses the evaluation of data governance tools and the need for a people-centric approach. His passion lies in solving challenges and helping others, and he is curious about privacy laws and AI. His...
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Making every hour at work Happy Hour with Pratik Thantharate
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Summary Pratik Thantharate, Principal Software Engineer discusses automated security testing for web applications and creating test strategies and plans. He emphasizes the importance of promoting best practices, mentorship, and collaboration in organizations. Pratik also highlights the increasing emphasis on security automation in DevSecOps and the use of AI tools for security testing. He shares insights on incorporating AI in automation and the benefits and challenges of using AI tools. Pratik's creative influences include Elon Musk, and he aims to make a positive impact by staying up to date...
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Keeping up with tech trends with Steve Woodard
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Summary In this episode of the Bigger Better Boulder IT podcast, Steve Woodard, Director of Cloud Transformation Services at Kyndrl, discusses the importance of certifications and staying up to date with the latest technology trends. He shares his process for keeping up with certifications, which involves mapping specific areas of improvement to certifications and setting a goal of achieving one certification per quarter. Steve also emphasizes the value of certifications when applying for jobs, particularly at companies like Amazon. He highlights the growing importance of artificial...
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Leveraging your Parenting Skills in IT with Christie Hoffman
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Summary Christie Hoffman discusses trends around employee engagement in remote work and the importance of aligning IT with HR to drive engagement. She emphasizes the need to understand employee experience, satisfaction, and engagement, and the role of regular one-on-ones in improving the employee experience. Christie also highlights the cost of turnover and the importance of building a feedback loop to drive engagement. She explores the challenges and opportunities of remote work and shares insights on rethinking performance reviews. Finally, she discusses her passion for AI and her desire to...
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The Importance of Feedback with Denzil Eden
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Summary In this episode, Denzil Eden, CEO of Smarty.AI, shares her journey from coding at a young age to starting her own AI company. She discusses the growing field of personal assistant AI and the opportunities it presents for aspiring founders. Denzil also talks about her experiences at MIT and the lessons she learned about focusing on personal growth rather than external validation. She emphasizes the importance of feedback and iteration in the startup journey and shares her passion for helping aspiring female founders and democratizing education and opportunities in the tech industry....
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Making a positive impact with Michael Hudlow
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Summary In this episode, Shaun Bourque interviews Michael Hudlow, a corporate innovation consultant, about CRM projects and the common pitfalls associated with them. Michael shares his background and motivation for writing a book on CRM failures. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right CRM and aligning business processes with the technology. Michael also discusses the resistance to change and the need for leadership buy-in. He provides insights on dealing with blockers and saboteurs within an organization. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the legacy Michael wants to...
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Paying it Forward with Sean Languedoc
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Summary In this episode, Shaun Bourque interviews Sean Languedoc, the founder and CEO of Outforce AI, about the challenges of hiring engineers and the growth of outsourcing. They discuss the importance of culture fit in outsourcing and the unique aspects of the Canadian market. Sean shares his experience building an international agency and provides tips for finding the right outsourcing agency. They also explore the impact of AI on engineering and the inspiring stories of personal courage in entrepreneurship. Sean emphasizes the importance of leaving a legacy of contribution and giving back...
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People Skills for Geeks with Christian Espinosa
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Summary Christian Espinosa, CEO and founder of Blue Goat Cyber, discusses the importance of people skills for geeks and shares insights from his books. He emphasizes the need for technical professionals to develop strong communication and leadership skills. Christian also talks about managing difficult people and the importance of establishing core values in a company. He shares his personal journey of self-discovery and the impact of a near-fatal car accident on his perspective. Christian highlights the significance of focusing on micro moments and finding joy in small details. He also...
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Spreading Positivity with Eric McHugh
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Summary In this episode, Eric McHugh, President of , discusses the intersection of blockchain and e-commerce. He shares his background and how ShopX is making an impact in the industry. Eric explains the challenges in the dating app industry and the concept of rent-seeking. He also discusses the factors driving adoption of web 3 in the enterprise and how NFTs can enhance loyalty programs. Eric highlights the roadblocks to web 3 mass adoption and shares his excitement for the future of AI and crypto. He emphasizes the importance of spreading positivity and making a positive impact on others....
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Just Listen with Tom Cahue
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Tom Cahue, IT director at the Mary Campbell Center, discusses the challenges and innovations in the long-term care facility industry. He highlights the importance of personalized care and communication, utilizing assistive technology and smart devices, and addressing cybersecurity challenges. Tom also addresses the nursing staff shortage and the need for innovative solutions. He envisions a future where long-term care facilities are reimagined as connected, independent living spaces. Tom is passionate about utilizing technology to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities and aims to...
info_outlinehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunbourque/If you’re an IT exec, you’re constantly dealing with putting out fires vs innovating, asking to do more with less budget, and stay a step ahead of the competition while attracting and retaining talent.
As an account executive working with top performing IT Innovators, I've noticed the winners of this arms race are able to slow down, reflect, realign, and envision - so they can ignite a bold direction for themselves and what they will bring to life over the next year (and beyond).
This podcast will help you unearth opportunities to do your Biggest, best and boldest work - and be the best and boldest version of yourself
How do we get there? Twice a month I will be interviewing IT leaders on their Sources of Motivation, curiosity, and what brings fulfillment. We’ll dive into their top priorities, challenges, and future plans
Too often the human element is left out of enterprise technology, and as we know it’s people and their priorities that drive decisions.
So tune in and enjoy the Bigger, Better, Bolder IT Podcast