Obama faces Technical Challenges in the White House

About a few weeks ago I heard through IT friends that the White House is in need of a technical overhaul. So I was not surprised to see the following article in The Washington Post.

• Web-Savvy Obama Team Hits Unexpected Bumps

Issues of Technology, Security and Privacy Slow the New Administration's Effort to Foster Instant Communication

Getting an MBA

I've been toying a lot with the idea of getting an MBA lately. But with the economy being what it is, I am not sure this is the right time. To get a start and to see if it is even for me. I'm exploring this reading list by: Personalmba.com's 77 Best Business Books. It is the Personal MBA Recommended Reading List:

http://personalmba.com/best-business-books/

There are so many books on that list that I've wanted to read. The categories are:

• Quick Start
• Productivity & Effectiveness
• Psychology & Communication
• Design & Production
• Marketing, Sales, & Negotiation
• Entrepreneurship
• Management & Leadership
• Strategy & Innovation
• Finance & Analysis
• Personal Finance

Scrum Testing: Lessons Learned from Scrum Implementation at Google

This is a long video but definitely worth your time if you would like to learn further on Agile Software Development's Scrum Methodology. I've done this at only one company and it was overall very successful. I liked how it set clear roles, I think there was less confusion. I loved having access to all the different people in the different roles. I love love the fact that anyone can contribute. At least that's what we did. On a side note: I truly enjoyed the sometimes silly banter on who is the "Pig" and who is the "Chicken." :-)

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=8795214308797356840

The New Kindle 2.0 is out

You may recall that I purchase Kindle 1.0 back in October when Oprah Winfrey had that special. What I didn't say and I should have said is how I justified the purchase. Most kindle books are sold for $9.99 so after a while I'll make up the price of Kindle! Instead of paying $25 for hardcovers, etc. I know not all the books I'd purchase are that high in price but not all of them would be around $9.99 either.

Anyhow. Here is an article, I'd like to share:

http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-10159955-1.html?tag=txt

Updating your Resume

I love these tips. Take a look at:
http://www.dumblittleman.com/2009/01/how-to-write-resume-that-will-land.html

I think I'll go back and rework mine. My favorite tip is delete the objective statement. I never had one up until a few years ago when I was told I need to have it. I know think it pigeon holes you. So I agree with the advice that you can find here.

I don't agree with taking out your mailing address. Specially if you are looking for a job near your home. It indicates to the employer that you have a good commute. When I interviewed this was one of the top things I looked for in a candidate. I wanted the person to come into work fresh and stress free from traffic. One less stress in the candidate's life means that that person can do a better job for me.

Alright, I'll let you be and enjoy the post!

What a Good Resume might look like

I love these tips. Take a look at:

http://www.dumblittleman.com/2009/01/how-to-write-resume-that-will-land.html

I think I'll go back and rework on mine.

-- Sepi

Change has come

What a glorious day. Tears were shed and joy has been shared. After tonight's dancing and celebration the new administration has to look at all the work that needs to be done. This Administration will have to work hard to pull us out of all the much and misfortune caused by the previous Administrator.

An item that is high on Barack's list is Education. I checked the White house today and I have been reading the Education Agenda.

See: http://www.whitehouse.gov/agenda/education/

I want to be a part of this change. I will be a part of it!