Thursday, January 27, 2005
How to read a business book

Solid advice from Brendon on how to get the most out of any non-fiction book. Some tips and tricks I will want to incorporate into my habits.

How to read a business book. I'll be honest here, this isn't just for reading business books. What I'm going to cover ought to suffice for pretty much any physical text from which you wish to squeeze maximum value. This isn't a how-to on studying though...there... [Slacker Manager]

UPDATE: Through a cut and paste error (mine) the original title on this made no sense - so I fixed it
9:44:36 PM •  • 
More on the IT cultural divide

I agree. This is a pointer to an excellent piece on technology and business change, full of insight and good advice.

Spooky Action: Seldom updated, often re-read



Mike DeWitt is a guy who needs a kick in the ass. He writes such good stuff, then gets taken prisoner by work for 6 months at a stretch. (Disclaimer: We chat from time to time, but I'm serious, this is not blogrolling.) This here post alone will sort the boyz from the men, girlz from the women on an executive mangement team. And - gasp - it's fun to read.


Spooky Action Predicts: Nick Carr has your number! (.8 probability)



If you’re in IT management or consulting, your blood pressure is now 40 points higher than before you got here. If you’re a CEO/CFO/CXO whose span of control includes IT, you may have one of those wry, one-corner-of-your-mouth-turned-up smiles on your face. If you’re none of the above, a) Hi Mom kids!, or b) thanks for stopping by randomly; I hope I make it worth your while....


9:42:52 PM •  • 
New ESJ column on the IT cultural divide

Part two of my column on Bridging the IT Cultural Divide, Part 2 is up at ESJ. This installment looks at the issue from the side of management. The first column, Bridging the IT Cultural Divide, Part 1, started from the techie's perspective.

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