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How to Ensure Security for Your Remote Workers
Remote work is more critical than ever: Five infosec leaders share five timely lessons. Ensuring security for remote workers is more critical than ever. Organizations across the globe must rely on the IT department for technology solutions, especially as they relate to remote work.
Job Search Strategies for Computer Science Students and Upcoming IT Professionals
Where do up and coming IT professionals go to have their career-related questions answered? The Carrera Agency and UC San Diego Career Services Center joined forces to host an informational video call.
Cannalysis Labs Case Study
We created a website concept that strategically positioned the brand as customer-centric and trustworthy, yet boldly stated the company’s prowess with innovation in science and technology.
First Orion Website Launch: UX Design & Messaging
First Orion was building products with passion. They were on a mission to tackle the large-scale epidemic of scams and robocalls to consumer mobile phones. But you wouldn’t know it from their website or their messaging.
San Diego Companies Raced to Confront COVID-19.
San Diego companies helped the global community manage the COVID-19 crisis. Medical technology companies ramped up production, while leaders in biotechnology, communications, and computer technology opened supply chains and fast-tracked solutions for scientists and patients.
Why Information Technology Consultants Find Jobs Faster With Talent Managers
Information technology consultants are the solution to the IT talent gap that organizational leaders face. Who else will help drive the completion of digital transformation projects?
Business and IT Leaders Focus on These Critical Factors for Digital Transformation
How to Close the Gap on Digital Transformation
4 LinkedIn Message Tips Hiring Professionals Want you to Use Today
Did you know that a LinkedIn message (InMail) is 300% more effective at garnering a response than email? You wouldn’t send a sloppy email to a hiring professional and expect a reply, and the same is true for a LinkedIn Message.
3 Reasons Technology Consultants Will Thrive in the Next Three Years
Did you know that technology consultants comprise one-third of the nation’s skilled independent workforce? Are you aware that 57 million Americans freelanced professionally in 2019 alone?
Hiring Professionals Explain How and Why To Refresh Your Resume
Why is it crucial to intermittently refresh your resume? (No, it’s not a lesson in suffering.) Instead, think of the resume refresh as an edit to your job story. How will talent professionals know what you’ve done and when?
Technology Professionals use These Resume and Interview Tips and Stand Out
You, the Technology Professional, use These Resume and Interview Tips and Stand Out
Technology professionals have many opportunities to choose from in the current job market. Whether you are an analyst, engineer, developer, lead, manager, etc., your next move begins with a resume review and action plan (e.g., how you will go from one project to another).
Technology professionals have many opportunities to choose from in the current job market. Whether you are an analyst, engineer, developer, lead, manager, etc., your next move begins with a resume review and action plan (e.g., how you will go from one project to another).
The Surprise Relationship Between Business Leaders and Data professionals
Big Data professionals, such as data scientists and data analysts, are skilled with many advanced analytics tools and methodologies. Coding, programming, modeling, and mining are a few. But why do these skilled individuals leverage vast amounts of data to help business leaders?
Top Consultant Interview Questions for Project Managers
As an IT consultant, landing the project you want is preceded by discussions with an agency contact — and multiple interviews with company employees — if all goes well. Although speaking with the hiring manager is a good sign, you must first receive a recommendation from those leading the search for consultants.
Since we are the design division of IT talent management firm The Carrera Agency, our projects at Designing North Studios often coincide with the search for talent. And as our IT counte
Since we are the design division of IT talent management firm The Carrera Agency, our projects at Designing North Studios often coincide with the search for talent. And as our IT counte
A Project Management Consultant Must Face -- and Master This Classic Challenge
Project Managers face daily challenges, and for career consultants, there’s one hurdle that requires greater effort to overcome: having responsibility, but not authority.
A project management consultant will eventually create a plan to navigate these waters and successfully align with authority; even so, this topic can be viewed as an ongoing problem.
A project management consultant will eventually create a plan to navigate these waters and successfully align with authority; even so, this topic can be viewed as an ongoing problem.
For Long-Term Success as a Remote Worker, Seek Joy – The Startup
Working remotely; you either love it, hate it, or have no idea what to think since it’s not an option at the moment. If you fall into the latter, be patient — your time is coming. At least that’s what the data tells us.
For a Better User Experience, Just add Murals – The Startup
One trip to Abbot Kinney is all it took; we sparked a love affair with murals.
We All Need To Design A Life With Purpose, On Purpose
Living a life with purpose and following your passion are two closely related concepts that fuel each other, yet are not the same. This quote helps to better understand the passion vs. purpose relationship:
"Lighting the fire that illuminates the way — a.k.a. your passion — takes some initial groundwork, or testing as we like to call it."
"Lighting the fire that illuminates the way — a.k.a. your passion — takes some initial groundwork, or testing as we like to call it."
To Build Thought Leadership, Engage Your People – The Startup –
Employee engagement on social media… who needs it, right?
Bring This Mindset to Every Project, Leave a Lasting Impression on Clients
When you freelance for a living (that is, a paycheck isn’t guaranteed every two weeks), leaving your client with a positive lasting impression is critical to your success.
Crafting a New Reality for Education and Career Decisions: Lead With UX
The take-away feeling an end-user record from an experience in a digital environment reigns supreme. Because of this, the new reality for education and career decision making demands attention be paid to the placebo effect — or “pixel reality.”
Top Talents Wants meaning: Companies, Lead With Purpose
In the modern workplace, purpose drives talent, impacting both individual and team performance.
Cultivating a Productive Network With a Focus on People
Cultivating a productive network is a crucial step towards experiencing happiness and success in one’s life, both personally and professionally.
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Creativity, Purpose, and Passion; an Exploration of Good Work as a Framework for Success
Creativity, Purpose, and Passion; an Exploration of Good Work as a Framework for Success
Artistic creation (creativity), mission-driven work (purpose), and excitement for the job(passion); in combination, the three encourage a person to explore ideas others label as unrealistic — too rare or too risky. Each and every one of us yearns to impact the world with the good work we do, or want to do. It’s the human nature of good humans — the answer to our ‘why.’
Artistic creation (creativity), mission-driven work (purpose), and excitement for the job(passion); in combination, the three encourage a person to explore ideas others label as unrealistic — too rare or too risky. Each and every one of us yearns to impact the world with the good work we do, or want to do. It’s the human nature of good humans — the answer to our ‘why.’
Rethinking Ocean Plastic With Artists and Designers: 10 Well-Designed Ads
A picture truly is worth a thousand words while trying to comprehend the impact of plastic and other pollution on the marine environment. These artists prove it — they are designing an emotional response to ocean plastic. The stark beauty of their creations is having an impact on people worldwide, captivating onlookers to show interest in a subject that might otherwise be swept under the rug — or left on the streets…
The Art Of Paying It Forward
The Art Of Paying It Forward Without Spending A Dime
We’ve all been there before, caught up in the routine-of-things with little thought for what life has to offer outside of “the daily grind.” Rarely, do we take time to think about the others before us who “paid it forward” in one way or another, granting opportunities that would have otherwise never presented themselves.
We’ve all been there before, caught up in the routine-of-things with little thought for what life has to offer outside of “the daily grind.” Rarely, do we take time to think about the others before us who “paid it forward” in one way or another, granting opportunities that would have otherwise never presented themselves.
Blue Planet II is the Ocean Experience we all Need Right Now
Blue Planet II is expected to be a thrilling journey, and David Attenborough will once again be our tour guide across the ocean.
With over 43 million views on its trailer video in under a month, Planet Blue II is poised to make an impact across the globe, starting with Europe on October 29th. Us unfortunate ‘blokes’ in the states will have to wait until early 2018 for such pleasure. And the timing couldn’t be better.
With over 43 million views on its trailer video in under a month, Planet Blue II is poised to make an impact across the globe, starting with Europe on October 29th. Us unfortunate ‘blokes’ in the states will have to wait until early 2018 for such pleasure. And the timing couldn’t be better.
Finding Your Flow Like a Designer, With Advice From an Executive Creative Director
What is flow? What does flow mean? And how on earth can flow be experienced? (Outside of the Progressive insurance commercials).
For the longest time, these questions lingered among the team at Designing North Studios as we navigated the sea of creativity and requirements each project demanded. But that was then. Now, with the guidance of our Executive Director, Lisa Peacock, our team has learned how to position our schedules to find our individual flow. And you can do the same: by following ou
For the longest time, these questions lingered among the team at Designing North Studios as we navigated the sea of creativity and requirements each project demanded. But that was then. Now, with the guidance of our Executive Director, Lisa Peacock, our team has learned how to position our schedules to find our individual flow. And you can do the same: by following ou
All-Hands Approach to Cybersecurity in the Workplace: IT, Business Leaders and Employees
It was once said that cybersecurity in the workplace wouldn’t exist without IT. Well, that statement is now showing its age and has since evolved into something more inclusive. In reality, there is no cybersecurity without IT, business AND employees working together with shared objectives and a strong culture.
Simply put, every organization should approach cybersecurity by integrating the IT department, business units and employees. We’ve said it before and well say it again:
Simply put, every organization should approach cybersecurity by integrating the IT department, business units and employees. We’ve said it before and well say it again:
Designing Your Life Using Artistic Creation; a Lesson in Mental Clarity, Empathy and Fun
Have you ever thought about designing your life?
Essentially crafting a “tomorrow” that gets you excited, feeling ready for what’s next. If you have, good for you — you’re one step ahead of most. Our tips will keep you moving forward. And if not, we can help you get started. Echoing the words of every parent, “You aren’t getting any younger!”
The most common question we encounter is where do I begin? And from our many experiences in the design studio working with others to develop the designin
Essentially crafting a “tomorrow” that gets you excited, feeling ready for what’s next. If you have, good for you — you’re one step ahead of most. Our tips will keep you moving forward. And if not, we can help you get started. Echoing the words of every parent, “You aren’t getting any younger!”
The most common question we encounter is where do I begin? And from our many experiences in the design studio working with others to develop the designin
The First and Most Important Step in Designing a Remote Creative Team
So, you want to design a team of remote creatives… Well, it might be time to throw a party. That’s right, a party. Not the advice you were expecting, was it?
Throwing a party is the first and most important step in designing a remote creative team. Experience shows, distributed teams happily collaborate using technology tools (thank you, Slack, Trello, Invision Studio, and Harvest to name a few) but often miss out on the face-to-face interaction physical studio-based teams view as “the norm.” A
Throwing a party is the first and most important step in designing a remote creative team. Experience shows, distributed teams happily collaborate using technology tools (thank you, Slack, Trello, Invision Studio, and Harvest to name a few) but often miss out on the face-to-face interaction physical studio-based teams view as “the norm.” A
A Consultant’s Guide to Coexisting with Cybersecurity
Within the modern IT organization, everyone needs to be a cybersecurity professional. Plain and simple. Every technology worker needs to serve as the first line of defense against threats to data, networks, infrastructure, and most importantly, people. Through adopting this mindset and remaining open-minded about your consulting career, you can capitalize on the many opportunities that currently exist in cybersecurity.
Social Engineering, A Driver for Cybersecurity Awareness
When we asked a group of CIOs in the Southern California region what their biggest concern was for the immediate future their answer was clear: cybersecurity and social engineering; the culmination of people, process and technology.
Link: Read about the relationship of people, process and technology in IT project management.
In 2016 alone, the FBI received nearly 300,000 cyber security fraud complaints categorized as Business Email Compromise (BEC), totaling over 1.4 billion in economic losses:
Link: Read about the relationship of people, process and technology in IT project management.
In 2016 alone, the FBI received nearly 300,000 cyber security fraud complaints categorized as Business Email Compromise (BEC), totaling over 1.4 billion in economic losses:
A Project Manager's Perspective on Project Management
Do you remember when project management was viewed as strictly a science? This began to change over the past decade as the ‘art’ of project management increasingly became a topic of discussion. Until this point, the profession was measured through conventional tools, or as Project Management Institute (PMI) refers to them, the “mechanics” of project management. But what was missing from the manuals of the past was an acknowledgement of the art of project management.
Digital Transformation: Identifying The Level’s Of Maturity
Digital transformation has become an integral business strategy for nearly every legacy corporation in existence. The current disruption from swift moving tech-startups is unprecedented, and larger companies are being forced to transform their asset types in order to remain relevant to end users, not to mention stay competitive within their market. We now live in a digital-first world where technology must transcend every level of an organization...
Growing The Freelance Economy With A Focus On Freelancers
The freelance economy is growing. And with this growth, freelance consultants are finding more opportunities to apply their skills toward the projects that most peak their interests.
In fact, this independent workforce is increasing in size at an impressive rate:
In 2016 alone, the freelance workforce accounted for 55 million professionals who earned nearly one trillion in income, according to a workforce survey (largest to date) commissioned by Upwork and Freelancers Union.
In fact, this independent workforce is increasing in size at an impressive rate:
In 2016 alone, the freelance workforce accounted for 55 million professionals who earned nearly one trillion in income, according to a workforce survey (largest to date) commissioned by Upwork and Freelancers Union.
How to Identify Purpose and Passion to Succeed at Consulting
You can’t buy your way to a consulting career with more passion and purpose, but you can work towards one. You see, finding purpose in a consulting career often sends people down different paths, each offering unique experiences.
Outdoor Sports and Lifestyle
5 Growth Tips from TikTok’s Global Head of SMB Marketing
Want to reach more customers with your small business? TikTok is the platform for you. In this post, we've curated 5 small business growth tips directly from TikTok's Global Head of Small Business Marketing, Josh Hilliard.
How to Teach Your Dog to Love the Ocean (and Maybe Even Surf)
At a time when dog videos are considered internet gold, it’s not wrong to assume that every pup out there has the natural ability to jump on his owner’s board and get a decent wave without much struggle.
The Marin Presidio 3 Makes Commuting Easy and Enjoyable
There’s so much to like about the Marin Presidio family of bikes. And the Marin Presidio 3 checks all of the boxes for a modern urban commuter. The days of the heavy, ground-and-pound city bike are gone – unless that’s your vibe.
With the help of Marin, you can have a modern urban bike equipped to handle a variety of terrain. For example, the Marin Presidio 3 is customizable for the commute; it can be stripped down for comfort road riding or packed up for an adventure. Most importantly, no matt
With the help of Marin, you can have a modern urban bike equipped to handle a variety of terrain. For example, the Marin Presidio 3 is customizable for the commute; it can be stripped down for comfort road riding or packed up for an adventure. Most importantly, no matt
Urban Bikes Perfect for Every Office
Bikes can be aesthetically pleasing, a brilliant form of transportation, and, most importantly, a fun way to exercise. So, if I summarize the previous sentence, bikes allow us to reliably get from point A to point B and keep us healthy — both physically and mentally.
10 Campaigns for People and the Outdoors in 2018
It’s safe to say there is no shortage of corporate social responsibility (CSR) within the outdoor industry. Consumers and enthusiasts continue to express their concerns for the environment and society (reflecting their core values), and companies continue to listen. And respond.
The outdoor industry serves as a model for the healthy relationships brands and loyalists should have across all industries, one that provides purpose and reward beyond the physical product — gratification from supporti
The outdoor industry serves as a model for the healthy relationships brands and loyalists should have across all industries, one that provides purpose and reward beyond the physical product — gratification from supporti
Folklore Surf: Founder Interview With Mar Cubillos
Folklore Surf: the questionable accounts of distant lands, perfect waves, and surfing that a person can only dream of. They get bigger and better with each telling until they become your own target of exploration.
“It’s this folklore of surf that motivates us to create our own experiences that go beyond the time we spend in the water. This is our belief and it’s only fitting that we have a name that fits us.”
Our conversation started with an Instagram story.
“It’s this folklore of surf that motivates us to create our own experiences that go beyond the time we spend in the water. This is our belief and it’s only fitting that we have a name that fits us.”
Our conversation started with an Instagram story.
Mika Amaro Handmade Bikes Founder Interview
Do you believe in bike-love at first sight? I do! Please, postpone your judgement. At least until you lay eyes on a mika amaro urban bike. The way in which the shiny details come together… these bikes have looks that could kill. In fact, when I first stumbled upon a mika amaro my heart skipped a beat; knowing I would be lusting over someday owning an urban bike with such fine qualities, I had to introduce myself and learn more. Well, after getting to know more about the brand...
LinkedIn Native Content
The New Business Leader Will Know the Details: Here’s Why
(I served as the ghostwriter on this article and wrote it for company leadership.) Tomorrow’s business winners will be the ones whose leaders drink up and celebrate *detail* without glossing over it. Their strategies will stand out as the most successful and influential across the organization. The new business leader, not should, but will know the details.
You Found the Job You Want, Now What? Stand Out on LinkedIn
Use the following profile enhancements and networking tips to stand out on LinkedIn -- a crowd of 630M.
When was the last time you used LinkedIn to search for a job or research a company?
When was the last time you used LinkedIn to search for a job or research a company?
To Find Your Ideal Job, Master the Search
The number of open jobs in the U.S. hit 7.1 million on the last day of August, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. 7.1 million -- think about that for a minute… That’s a big number when you consider a job post for each. Even so, notice I specifically didn’t make reference to “mastering the job board” in the title. That’s because the sheer number of open jobs on any given day has rendered the traditional job board ineffective for most people.
How my Cat Taught me the Secret to Happiness With her “Never Stop Exploring” Mindset
It all happened in the master bathroom of my small beach condo. I had just finished lunch (vegan quesadillas, if you must know) when I decided to freshen up with a quick face rinse (no, I will not apologize for working from home and adopting the stereotypical lifestyle that comes with the territory). As I finished, turning to my towel for assistance, my 1-year-old cat, Gidget, jumped onto the counter, coming face to face with the trickling stream of lukewarm faucet water.
SEO Writing for Video and Podcast
How to Clean and Adjust the Chain on a Dirt Bike | Kawasaki KLX 110 | Partzilla.com - YouTube
Learn how to clean and lubricate the chain on a Kawasaki KLX 110 dirt bike. We’re also adjusting the chain on our dirt bike, which includes loosening the wheel and re-adjusting the rear brakes.
Want to replace the drive chain and sprockets on your KLX110? Here’s how: https://youtu.be/Hcs9i8rB4h4
Want to replace the drive chain and sprockets on your KLX110? Here’s how: https://youtu.be/Hcs9i8rB4h4
How to Inspect Motorcycle Tires | Partzilla.com - YouTube
Learn how to inspect the tires on your motorcycle and determine if they need to be replaced. We will also cover the importance of tire tread wear indicators and where they can be located on your tire.
YouTube Video Transcription and SEO Optimization: Polaris Sportsman 850 ATV Repair
Learn how to perform an oil change on your Polaris Sportsman 850 XP ATV, and how to replace the air filter and oil filter. Need parts? Buy a Polaris oil change kit: https://www.partzilla.com/product/pol...
YouTube Video Transcription and SEO Optimization: Honda CBR 600RR Repairs
Learn how to perform an oil change on a Honda CBR 600RR motorcycle. In the process, you'll also learn how to change the oil filter on your CBR and how to remove the lower cowling. Buy OEM Honda CBR 600 RR parts here: http://www.partzilla.com/parts/search...