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In this conversation, Hugo Morales, a Delivery Director at Wizeline, shares insights into his multifaceted role, the skills necessary for success, and the importance of mentorship in the tech industry. He discusses the career path leading to a delivery director position, emphasizing the shift from technical roles to leadership. Hugo also highlights the significance of empathy, context switching, and a consulting mindset in fostering team growth and delivering value to stakeholders. He shares experiences from both successful and challenging projects, illustrating the need for cultural alignment in client relationships. In this conversation, Hugo Morales shares his insights on managing project scope, articulating value in consulting, overcoming career challenges, and the core principles for success in business. He emphasizes the importance of clear communication, understanding stakeholder needs, and maintaining honesty in professional relationships. Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates the lessons learned from difficult projects and the significance of building trust and empathy in the workplace.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Hugo Morales and His Role01:22 Understanding the Role of a Delivery Director03:14 Career Path to Delivery Director04:32 Advice for Aspiring Delivery Directors06:51 Essential Skills for a Delivery Director08:20 Mentorship and Career Growth10:04 Effective Mentorship Strategies12:43 Recommended Resources for Growth19:19 Successful Program Management29:54 Lessons from a Failed Program32:24 Navigating Scope Creep and Project Management Challenges39:09 Articulating Value in Consulting47:15 Overcoming Career Challenges and Building Resilience50:49 Core Principles for Success in Business
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Takeaways
A delivery director serves as a bridge between stakeholders and engineering teams.Shifting from a transactional to a value-oriented mindset is crucial for growth.Empathy is essential for understanding and managing engineering talent.Mentorship plays a key role in helping engineers advance their careers.A consulting mindset helps in identifying and solving client problems effectively.Understanding the organizational culture is vital before proposing changes.Successful program management requires building rapport with stakeholders.Cultural alignment between service providers and clients is critical for success.Context switching is a necessary skill for delivery directors.Continuous learning and adaptation are essential in leadership roles. Scope creep can lead to significant project delays and revenue loss.Understanding stakeholders is crucial for project success.Contracts should be designed to protect against scope creep.Listening to past experiences can provide valuable insights.Effective communication is key to articulating value in consulting.Researching industry-specific challenges is essential before proposing solutions.Rehearsing communication can prevent misunderstandings with stakeholders.Building relationships based on trust fosters better collaboration.Radical honesty helps in addressing issues before they escalate.Visibility of work is important for career growth and recognition.
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In this conversation, Hugo Morales, a Delivery Director at Wizeline, shares insights into his multifaceted role, the skills necessary for success, and the importance of mentorship in the tech industry. He discusses the career path leading to a delivery director position, emphasizing the shift from technical roles to leadership. Hugo also highlights the significance of empathy, context switching, and a consulting mindset in fostering team growth and delivering value to stakeholders. He shares experiences from both successful and challenging projects, illustrating the need for cultural alignment in client relationships. In this conversation, Hugo Morales shares his insights on managing project scope, articulating value in consulting, overcoming career challenges, and the core principles for success in business. He emphasizes the importance of clear communication, understanding stakeholder needs, and maintaining honesty in professional relationships. Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates the lessons learned from difficult projects and the significance of building trust and empathy in the workplace.
Chapters
00:00 Investing in Education: A Personal Journey 07:46 Evaluating Return on Investment in Education 16:01 The Value of Online Education vs. Traditional Degrees 24:12 The Importance of Self-Directed Learning 31:54 Lessons Learned and Future Considerations
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Takeaways
The best investment in education can come from non-traditional sources. Udacity provided a significant return on investment compared to traditional degrees. Online master's programs can be more affordable and competitive than local universities. Self-directed learning is crucial for success in the real world. Networking and building connections are essential during university studies. It's important to evaluate the financial implications of education choices. Being self-taught can enhance learning efficiency and retention. Persistence in job applications is key to finding opportunities. Reputation of the university can impact job prospects significantly. Remote work can help finance education abroad.
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Resources and Links
http://udacity.com https://omscs.gatech.edu https://usc.edu
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Andres Angelani, the CEO of Wizeline, shares his journey to becoming the CEO and the challenges he faces in scaling the company. He emphasizes the importance of articulating value to clients and developing a consulting mindset. He also discusses the significance of building a strong team and the qualities of a great employee. Andres highlights the need for personalized development and the importance of discovering one's strengths. He envisions Wiseline adapting to the changing landscape of the service industry and leveraging AI to create innovative solutions. Andres Angelani discusses the changing nature of services and the opportunities it presents for WiseLine. He emphasizes the importance of being agile and innovative, which is easier for a mid-size company like Wizeline compared to larger companies. He also highlights the three dimensions of WiseLine's approach to AI: readiness, results, and responsibility. Andres shares his personal career advice of being bold and taking risks. He also talks about the key habits and skills necessary for professional success, such as clarity of vision, engagement, and relentless execution. Finally, he discusses the challenges he has faced in his career, particularly the impact of frequent moves on his personal life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background 03:03 Building a Strong Team and Embracing Change 07:09 Starting Wizeline in Colombia 13:52 Growing Wizeline from 0 to 200 People 20:18 Current Challenges as a Leader in Wizeline 24:09 Opportunities for Growth in Wizeline Colombia 26:21 Innovation in Wizeline 28:42 Keys to Success 34:45 Building a Successful Career: Doing Great Work and Engaging with Others 42:02 The Power of Mentors: Finding Guidance and Investing in Personal Development 49:43 Effective Communication: Knowing Your Audience and Communicating Value 52:46 Balancing Work and Personal Life: Prioritizing and Involving Family 58:54 Becoming a Doer: Taking Initiative and Getting Things Done
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Takeaways
00:00 Introduction of Andres Angelani 05:18 Challenges of Being a CEO 08:07 Articulating Value and Consulting Mindset 10:26 Building a Strong Team and Fostering Growth Mindset 16:22 Discovering Strengths and Personalizing Development 19:16 Adapting to the Changing Service Industry 27:19 Vision for Wizeline and Future Growth 30:16 Wizeline's Three-Dimensional Approach to AI: Readiness, Results, and Responsibility 36:08 Career Advice: Be Bold and Take Risks 41:12 Key Habits for Professional Success: Clarity of Vision, Engagement, and Relentless Execution 44:47 Challenges in a Career: Balancing Personal and Professional Life
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Resources and Links
Andres Angelani https://www.linkedin.com/in/andresangelani/ Transforming While Performing: A Practical Guide to Being Digital https://www.amazon.com/Andres-Angelani/dp/1944903607?ref_=ast_author_dp The Meaning Revolution: The Power of Transcendent Leadership, Fred Kofman https://a.co/d/1T9wZFa
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Daniel Castañeda, Delivery Director of Media, Streaming and Entertainment for Colombia at Wizeline, shares his career journey and insights. He discusses the challenges and fun of transitioning from being a journalist to a product owner and emphasizes the importance of being prepared, getting hands-on experience, and having a strong team and mentors. He also talks about the challenges of starting Wizeline in Colombia and the need to balance scalability and expertise. He highlights the opportunities for growth and innovation in WiseLine and the technology industry in Colombia. In this conversation, Daniel Castañeda shares valuable insights on career growth, communication, and personal development. He emphasizes the importance of doing great work, engaging with others, and effectively communicating your value. Daniel also discusses the role of mentors in career advancement and the need to be intentional in seeking guidance. He highlights the significance of understanding the audience when communicating and the value of connecting with others. Additionally, Daniel talks about the challenges of balancing work and personal life and offers advice on becoming a doer and boosting professional growth.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background 03:03 Building a Strong Team and Embracing Change 07:09 Starting Wizeline in Colombia 13:52 Growing Wizeline from 0 to 200 People 20:18 Current Challenges as a Leader in Wizeline 24:09 Opportunities for Growth in Wizeline Colombia 26:21 Innovation in Wizeline 28:42 Keys to Success 34:45 Building a Successful Career: Doing Great Work and Engaging with Others 42:02 The Power of Mentors: Finding Guidance and Investing in Personal Development 49:43 Effective Communication: Knowing Your Audience and Communicating Value 52:46 Balancing Work and Personal Life: Prioritizing and Involving Family 58:54 Becoming a Doer: Taking Initiative and Getting Things Done
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Career transitions can be challenging but also fun and rewarding, providing an opportunity to learn and grow. Being prepared, getting hands-on experience, and having a strong team and mentors are crucial for a successful career transition. Starting a company and growing it from zero to a significant number of employees requires building a strong team, developing processes, and adapting to market changes. The technology industry in Colombia offers numerous opportunities for growth, innovation, and collaboration with local and international companies. Success in both personal and professional life comes from staying humble, connecting with people, stepping out of the comfort zone, and communicating effectively. Focus on doing great work and engaging with others to become visible and communicate your value. Find a mentor who is excellent at what they do and invests time in developing you. Know your audience and tailor your communication to their preferences and interests. Balance work and personal life by prioritizing and involving your family in decision-making. Become a doer by taking initiative, getting things done, and communicating your actions. Continuously seek opportunities for personal and professional growth through experimentation and learning.
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Resources and Links
Daniel Castañeda https://co.linkedin.com/in/dancas
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In this episode, Ani and Andres celebrate the Mentor's Office podcast and discuss their favorite episodes. They also talk about their experiences with Bitcoin and the BTCPay service. They discuss the opportunities they've had over the years and what they've learned from them.
Andy shares his experience at WizeLine and how they support innovation and personal growth.
They also discuss the importance of public speaking and self-awareness. Ani talks about her work with independent medical assessments and technical guides, as well as her growth in writing skills.
In this conversation, Andy and Ani talk about using audiobooks and Kindle to make reading more accessible and convenient. They also share their favorite books, including 'The Effective Engineer,' '12 Rules for Life,' 'Transcendent Leadership,' and 'The Bitcoin Standard.' They discuss the importance of personal growth and self-improvement. They also touch on the topics of minimalism and managing screen time.
Chapters
00:00 Celebrating the Mentor's Office Podcast 06:43 Learning and Growing Through Opportunities 16:28 Innovation and Personal Growth at WiseLine 22:46 Making Reading More Accessible with Audiobooks and Kindle 27:29 Recommended Books for Personal Growth and Self-Improvement 33:17 Exploring Minimalism and Managing Screen Time 36:27 Movie Recommendations: 'Cabrini' and 'Dune' 41:26 Future Podcast Topics: Entrepreneurship and AI
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The Mentor's Office podcast has had a positive impact on both Ani and Andres, helping them learn and grow. Bitcoin and the BTCPay service have been fascinating topics discussed on the podcast. Opportunities in different fields have provided valuable learning experiences. Wizeline supports innovation and personal growth, offering opportunities to try new things. Toastmasters has helped Andres overcome his fear of public speaking. Self-awareness and practice are key to improving public speaking skills. Writing well is a valuable skill that requires attention to detail and practice. Using audiobooks and Kindle can make reading more accessible and convenient. Recommended books include 'The Effective Engineer,' '12 Rules for Life,' 'Transcendent Leadership,' and 'The Bitcoin Standard.' It's important to focus on personal growth and self-improvement. Minimalism can help declutter and simplify life. Managing screen time is crucial for productivity and well-being. Recommended movies include 'Cabrini' and 'Dune.' Future podcast topics include entrepreneurship and AI.
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Resources and Links
Voice Dream https://www.voicedream.com
The Effective Engineer http://www.effectiveengineer.com
12 Rules for Life https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Jordan-B-Peterson-ebook/dp/B01FPGY5T0/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.I1Na8cbI7I7w235jzV9j8LJOJpCXB1Vezz-qduWoQyRKGzxdoOxUxBzARCcLjBZHpgayYMyvz39vn4_qnTi5rziYYNkspoxUuBVTALUyeXzMtzjpg7GMKieMY9LdiR4nJ9rxMqUj67VSddQgWR_8MdBaK5qQ-OdWYChKx2ZGkZRGvQlLlOsi9FZF5dHuAhLTB_2-_LGa28e2WDvtBOkmN2NrqVxXmOPIYX1z1tPvOJg.VZAo3Cobs5539OoJB5ufe2aqjosFEMtPBWW67qZF09E&qid=1721596966&sr=8-1
The Meaning Revolution: The Power of Transcendent Leadership https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Fred-Kofman-ebook/dp/B073P9NQ4V/ref=sr_1_4?__mk_es_US=ÅMÅŽÕÑ&crid=1C1YF0RSU1T9G&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.KM3P6ID9jzI6fl7fmLGx6sLv2Z0wWI0BAM82J08b_oVh4_9eE8o2kJIlh6FpCRbtkZ2bVyHCWv6lK6q2emo58QDZ10SUF1HprkDPMcDtEudZoJQQkwpQohVC2rZpwVcVdf6YgD61CvUfipT36L4jXP6RjlZNh6b9kbgLxEoszZoR0l9JykFcvD5MqZzIngZynTlO65nBBH_V-3ZazJAKDGdG8dhdR-pQ79ig2gBb7dA.enJphXnA9fGwVcsr_CeKpRiVJVoGUN98my07Yvkn0zY&dib_tag=se&keywords=Transcendent+Leadership&qid=1721596998&sprefix=transcendent+leadership%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-4
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In today’s episode, we welcome Paola Beltran. Paola is a Colombia Talent Experience Country Lead & D&PdM People Business Partner at Wizeline. She is also a psychologist, Ontological Coach, and Specialist in Human Talent Management. She holds an Executive MBA from Universidad EAN.
In this conversation, Paola Beltran shares insights and tips on navigating career adjustments and strategies for career advancement. She emphasizes the importance of visibility and creating a positive impact within the organization. Paola also discusses the significance of building achievements and results to demonstrate value. She advises against complaining without proposing solutions and highlights the importance of mindset, attitude, and building relationships. Additionally, Paola provides guidance on creating effective personal promotion statements by backing up statements with evidence and focusing on measurable achievements. In this conversation, Paola Beltran shares insights on career development, measuring value, and finding success. She emphasizes the importance of showing leadership and creating impact, even in junior positions. Paola also discusses the challenges of measuring value and offers advice on gaining visibility and securing positions within a company. She highlights the opportunities for growth and talent development at Wizeline. Additionally, Paola shares her best career advice, the outlook for Wizeline in Colombia, and tips for success.
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction 09:28 Navigating Limited Opportunities 24:31 Building Achievements and Demonstrating Value 35:02 Measuring Value Beyond Numbers 42:32 Unique Strategies for Contractors to Ensure Value and Recognition 53:50 Outlook for Wiseline in Colombia
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Resources and Links
website http://www.mentorsofficepodcast.com
linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mentors-office-podcast/?viewAsMember=true
Paola Beltran https://www.linkedin.com/in/paolabeltranpsicologacoach/
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In this episode, Anibal Abarca Gil discusses future vectors in 2024, including AI native applications, the rise of AI officers, and open source and custom LLMs. He emphasizes the importance of embracing AI technologies and not being hindered by privacy and security concerns. Anibal also shares his strategies for staying current with technology, such as collaborating with others, reading various sources, and listening to podcasts. He highlights the need for continuous learning and knowledge sharing within teams. He explains the concept of AI native solutions and the transformation it brings to businesses. Aníbal also highlights the challenges and misconceptions in AI strategy and the importance of design in creating AI services and products. He shares Wizeline’s approach to leading technological innovation and building better human talent in technology. Finally, he provides career advice on trusting your gut, discipline, and effective communication.
Takeaways
Embrace AI technologies and explore future vectors such as AI native applications, the rise of AI officers, and open source and custom LLMs. Do not let privacy and security concerns hinder innovation. Take a responsible approach and ensure compliance while leveraging AI capabilities. Stay current with technology by collaborating with others, reading diverse sources, and listening to podcasts. Promote continuous learning and knowledge sharing within teams to keep everyone at the cutting edge. Generative AI can help developers learn new code bases faster and improve their productivity. Wizeline helps companies embrace AI native solutions and advises them on building innovation cycles. Challenges in AI strategy include the misconception that AI is only about data and focusing solely on chatbots. Design plays a crucial role in creating AI services and products, going beyond interfaces and considering capabilities. Wizeline aims to lead technological innovation by investing in talent, delivering value to customers, and building a culture of learning. Building better human talent in technology requires intention, investment in culture and team, and a focus on delivering solutions. Wizeline plans to continue growing as a services company while also investing in accelerators and platforms. Effective communication involves understanding the other person's perspective and shaping the message accordingly. Wizeline is actively adopting generative AI services and developing its own platform, Wizeprompt, for internal collaboration. Career advice includes trusting your gut, practicing discipline, and considering the perspective of the audience in communication.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction of Anibal Abarca Gil 01:01 Future Vectors in 2024 07:25 Rise of AI Officers 08:23 Open Source and Custom LLMs 12:10 Exclusion of Bitcoin as a Future Vector 22:03 Ensuring Team Keeps Up with Technology 24:09 Privacy and Security Concerns with Generative AI 32:27 Learning New Code Bases with Generative AI 33:10 Wizeline's AI Strategy and Generative AI 34:19 AI Native Solutions and Transformation 35:44 Challenges and Misconceptions in AI Strategy 39:18 Wizeline's Approach to Leading Technological Innovation 42:17 Building Better Human Talent in Technology 43:46 WiseLine's Future and AI Consulting 47:36 The Role of Design in AI Services and Products 53:21 Wizeline's Policy on Generative AI Services 57:07 Career Advice: Trust Your Gut, Discipline, and Effective Communication
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Resources and Links
website http://www.mentorsofficepodcast.com
linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mentors-office-podcast/?viewAsMember=true
Anibal Abarca Gil https://ca.linkedin.com/in/anibalabarca
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In today’s episode, we welcome Bismark Lepe. Bismarck Lepe is the founder and CEO of Wizeline and a serial entrepreneur. Wizeline is one of the world's fastest-growing global technology services providers and it is focused on AI. The company has important clients such as Fox, Disney, Google, Nike and Stripe.
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Resources and Links
website http://www.mentorsofficepodcast.com
linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mentors-office-podcast/?viewAsMember=true
Bismarck Lepe https://twitter.com/bismarcklepe
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En el episodio de hoy abordaremos preguntas como: ¿Cuál es el papel de la regulación en el desarrollo de la IA? ¿Qué riesgos y oportunidades presenta la IA para las empresas y consumidores? Y, ¿Cómo puede la regulación garantizar un uso ético y seguro de la IA?. Estamos emocionados de invitar a Jair Viana, quien es Director de Investigaciones Económicas en Libertank, para discutir y debatir sobre este apasionante tema.
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Recursos y Links
George Hotz: Tiny Corp, Twitter, AI Safety, Self-Driving, GPT, AGI & God | Lex Fridman Podcast 387 https://youtu.be/dNrTrx42DGQ?si=Zw_4TKlk0uDWj8dH&t=5468
Jair Viana https://twitter.com/Jair_Viana_Ossa
Walter Gomez https://co.linkedin.com/in/walgom4
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Today, we're discussing Andi's journey in finding a new job. It was a path filled with wins, challenges, and invaluable lessons. Whether you're embarking on a career change, entering the job market for the first time, or simply looking for fresh strategies to land your dream job, Andi's experience will resonate with you.
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Resources and Links
Udacity course: Refresh your resume. https://www.udacity.com/course/refresh-your-resume--ud243
50 ways to get a job. https://50waystogetajob.com/
Be a player not a victim. https://youtu.be/xXdN5kMioRQ?si=uhnv-Vh9Vt9mDw0p
Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life. https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Order-More-Rules-Life-ebook/dp/B08NP6881K/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EJS5QZERURO7&keywords=beyond%20order&qid=1693174928&sprefix=beyond%20order%2Caps%2C173&sr=8-1
Career Therapy. https://careertherapy.com/
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In today's episode, we will explore Tropykus, the first decentralized finance platform in Latin America. It leverages Bitcoin's power to transform how people save and borrow money. Through its innovative approach to providing financial solutions without the need for credit history, Tropykus is democratizing access to financial services in the region.
Discover the future of decentralized finance in Latin America with Tropykus and Diego.
Diego Mazo is an educator and researcher, delivering valuable knowledge and insights to future generations. He holds a Master's degree in Strategic Product Design from Delft University of Technology.
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Learn more about Tropykus https://tropykus.com/
Read more about economic cycles. https://www.jesushuertadesoto.com/money-bank-credit-and-economic-cycles/
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Online learning offers the opportunity to access material from all over the world. It enables personalized learning experiences tailored to individual student needs.
In today’s episode, we welcome Dr. David Joyner.
Dr. Joyner shares with us his views on the future of education. We learn more about his teaching approach and how to reach academic goals. He provides insights into educational environments.
Dr. David Joyner is an educator who focuses on harnessing new scalable technologies to improve student learning. He completed his Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing at Georgia Tech and works for Georgia Tech’s College of Computing as its Executive Director for Online Education & OMSCS.
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We are excited to learn from Diana Correal and her perspectives on students' behavior in educational settings. We also know that teachers' behavior is affected by their surroundings or the school's culture. Her focus involves creating an academic space where everyone works together to create a positive and effective learning experience.
Diana has developed a wide variety of skills that she uses in diverse educational environments. In addition, she has undertaken complementary studies in literature since she enjoys reading and finds it fascinating.
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Resources and Links
The Usefulness of the Useless https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Nuccio-Ordine-ebook/dp/B06WRRDH1H/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1679432240&sr=8-4
The Distributed Classroom (Learning in Large-Scale Environments). https://www.amazon.com/-/es/David-Joyner-ebook/dp/B08QND1HXQ/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=distributed%20classroom&qid=1679432334&sprefix=distributed%20class%2Caps%2C167&sr=8-2
A day without technology an devices https://youtu.be/MoV5AWZzkv4
Online Learning: The Challenge - Sebastian Thrun https://youtu.be/YqH25oEKd24
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In this episode, Andy addresses one of the most widespread Bitcoin myths: “Bitcoin boom may be a disaster for the environment”. Our objective is to understand whether or not the myth is accurate by looking at it from both a data and moral perspective. Andy, reflects on, what is bad consumption and good consumption? How does Bitcoin electricity energy consumption compare to other uses of energy in our daily lives? How much energy does Bitcoin consume? Andy takes the challenge and bursts the myth.
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Resources and Links
Bitcoin Net Zero https://www.lopp.net/pdf/NYDIG-Bitcoin-Net-Zero.pdf
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Our friend Dennis Wolowyk is a voice that can share his experience during the war. First of all, we are thankful that he is safe and is now sharing his perspective with us.
Dennis is a business developer and has a background in diverse fields like Languages, Communications, Digital Market ing, Product Management, and Project Management. He has worked in Government, Media, and Information landscapes in different countries.
Currently, he is a mentor at Udacity and the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Sigma Software Group.
We are honored to understand his perspective and expertise.
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Resources and Links
Check out his special project https://www.starforlife.org.ua/en
Contact Dennis to learn more https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwolowyk/
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Woohoo! We are happy to welcome Pavlenex into today’s conversation. Pavlenex is a Product Manager at BTCPay Server and a Spiral designer grantee. He is a strong organizer of Bitcoin meetups and we will discuss options and strategies to understand an open-source cryptocurrency payment processor. Because of his passion, work and important leadership, we are honored and inspired to discover notions and advice!
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Resources and Links
How to contribute to BTCPay Server? https://docs.btcpayserver.org/Contribute/
Explore more the BTCPay Server official website https://btcpayserver.org/
Contact Pavlenex to contribute to BTCPay Server https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavlenex/
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Index
2:12 Please share with us your path to BTCPay? What did you do before? How is this current role contributing to your professional development?
6:22 Third world countries understand Bitcoin
9:15 What is your focus now as Product Manager in BTCPay Server?
13:00 Can you explain BTCPay Server to our listeners?
21:00 How did the project start, and what made it successful? Did you fundraise?
33:00 Lessons learned and common Bitcoin issues for businesses
35:50 Coffee shops: How could I accept Bitcoin payments? What would you do, step by step?
45:40 If my customers need bitcoin, should I sell them?
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In today’s episode we are honored to have a guest that inspires us to be better every day. We usually follow her advice as mentors, and we want to learn about her techniques as a team lead in Ed-Tech (Udacity). We are happy to welcome Emily Nitzberg as she can help us with direction, instructions, and mechanisms in productivity and leadership. Because of her work as a team lead at Udacity, we are thankful and inspired to learn from her advice!
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Resources and Links
Trillion dollar coach https://www.trilliondollarcoach.com/
Insights from Slack, Dropbox, and Asana on remote work https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEBDaG0nW0I
Lessons from a decades-long remote worker https://slack.com/blog/productivity/lessons-from-a-decades-long-remote-worker
Helpful how-tos for the transition to remote work https://slack.com/blog/collaboration/remote-work-tips
The Making of a Manager https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Julie-Zhuo/dp/0735219567
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Index
2:22 Emily, how do you start your day to increase productivity?
3:45 Tools for organization
6:10 How can you define yourself as a team leader?
10:00 How do you build relationships with the people that you manage?
15:27 Management tips
16:10 How can employees improve communication with their managers?
22:10 Slack tips for remote work
23:10 What to do if you feel that your manager or managers don’t listen to your feedback?
28:38 What do you look for in a candidate in the hiring process?
30:40 What makes a great remote worker? Could you give some examples?
38:40 What is giving you positive energy?
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First episode of the year! Ani and I would like to express our gratitude for your support. Together with you, we have been able to identify topics to explore innovative technologies. In this episode, we'll speak about NFT innovation and how they may be used in membership-based businesses.
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Resources and Links
Flyfish Club official website https://www.flyfishclub.com/
Flyfish Club OpenSea Store https://opensea.io/collection/flyfish-club
Coachella Collectibles NFTs https://nft.coachella.com/
SCOPE Art Show https://yh.io/nft-collection/scope-miami-beach-2021/15
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1:30 What does NFT stand for?
5:15 Real State NFTs
7:50 Why are NFTs a trend?
10:30 FlyFish Club restaurant NFT
19:00 Bitcoin myth
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Final episode of the year! We are inspired by all of you and the stories you have shared with us. Because we are focused on career and professional development, we explored some trends and on-demand jobs for 2022.
Andi and I feel motivated when leaders around us listen, care, and take action to enhance employee engagement. We are speaking about an important management style that thrives to maintain purpose, motivation, contribution and better work for business success: Servant Leadership.
Andi explores on-demand jobs for 2022 and the best options to consider to shift upon new careers and opportunities.
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Resources and Links
The Future of Jobs Report 2022 https://www.weforum.org/reports/the-future-of-jobs-report-2020/digest
Trillion Dollar Coach: The Leadership Playbook of Silicon Valley's Bill Campbell https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Eric-Schmidt/dp/0062839268
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In today’s episode, we are incredibly lucky to have an awesome business professional, dedicated learner, and amazing friend: Rodolfo Yoshii.
Rodolfo is an active member of the Udacity community, as he is also an experienced business professional working with lead companies such as UPS, Udacity, and Langara college.
Throughout our conversation, we follow Rodolfo’s advice to understand key aspects to increase productivity, recognize innovative technologies and adopt guidance to improve the quality of our daily routines.
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Resources and Links
Get in touch with Rodolfo Yoshii and learn more from his experience. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodolfoyoshii/
Read more about Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future. https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Ashlee-Vance-ebook/dp/B00KVI76ZS/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Interested in Business Analytics? Check out Udacity’s Business Analytics Nanodegree. https://www.udacity.com/course/business-analytics-nanodegree--nd098
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Index
2:53 Routine to increase productivity
8:44 Why do you like Tesla and Space X?
20:30 Bitcoin and Blockchain
25:30 Is UPS going to using Bitcoin and Blockchain?
31:10 What competencies would an aspiring Business Analyst need? - Mehr anzeigen
