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An IT Project Manager with 13 years of fulltime IT experience. I've done everything from running computer labs, troubleshooting systems and programming to running large scale IT projects.

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Business > Leadership Strategies The attitude of "just do it": 2 of 6
"Do, or do not. There is no 'try.'"~ Jedi Master Yoda"Just do it." We've all heard the expression. However, when it comes to business, how does that really look? Does this really mean to execute without any planning whatsoever? Or, is this an expression of what the proper balance should be?The Marines make hard decisions duri... More..
Computers & Technology > Software (Other) What is software project management: 1 of 3
Project management, once relegated to government work, has caught on in the business world due to rising costs of doing business and the greater need to be able release products on time. Advances in standards and technology have made it more flexible and robust. The use of project management in software development helps dete... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Where was God on 9/11?: 17 of 49
Where was God on 9/11? He was right where He always is! He was on His throne in Heaven ruling the universe, which He holds together by His Spirit. "Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy presence? "If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there. "I... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Reflections on the meaning of 'trust in God': 13 of 36
"Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will show thee:"And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:"And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that c... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Heaven, Hell & Afterlife Can you get to heaven by being good?: 50 of 138
Can you get to Heaven by being good? Can you get to Heaven at all? What does the Bible say? You may be surprised to learn the difference between what the Bible says and what human traditions tell you. We will look at what the OT belief was to the fate of the dead saints. Did King David ascend into heaven when he died? Finally... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: God help me: 14 of 35
Why are you cast down so far, my heart?Why the pain deep in my soul?What have I done that you hide from me?Please heal me and make me whole!In sorrow, I have cried in the dark.I feel so very alone.Grant me forgiveness, for I am frail.Forgive my sin to atone.May your eternal words inspire me.May I ever sing your Psalms.Mold me... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms Why does God allow the suffering caused by the recession?: 2 of 5
If God exists, and if the US is a Christian nation, then why the economic downturn?The Bible talks a lot about blessings and curses. Ancient Israel was promised blessings if it obeyed and curses if it disobeyed (Dt 28). However, Jesus spoke of 2 catastrophes in His day and asked, "Do you think that these were worse sinners th... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Thoughts on God Is God relevant in today's world?: 27 of 66
Is God Relevant In Today's World? Could it be that He is more relevant today than ever before?We've all seen the list. It usually comes as an email, but it has been promoted by a lot of people. Even Billy Graham and Dear Abbey have used the list. Like many urban legends, the list of the top school problems of the 1940s compar... More..
Business > Project Management Project management 101: 3 of 7
This is a short introduction to project management. Since this article needs to be brief, it will cover what is project management, what is the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK ), who needs to understand project management and where you can find additional resources for more information.What is Project Management?... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Unemployment: 8 of 18
Can you guess which 60% of these converstaions are based upon a real experience?If I am overqualified', does that mean I'm too good to have a job with you?Can I have a job I'm underqualified' for?How should I get more experience if I cannot get a relevant job to get experience?So, you are looking for people with experience us... More..