Have you noticed anything lately at the top or bottom of websites? Not sure what I am talking about? Take a look here. What do you see? It’s an Internet cookie notice required by the EU Cookie Law. What on earth are Internet cookies? They are small text files … [Read more...]
How To Stay Encouraged
The worst kind of discouragement is the kind that occurs within your own camp. Think about it. It could happen at your work place, within your team. Maybe you have the idea that will take the project to the next level, but the supposed person calling the shots says: "forget … [Read more...]
How to Get Business Leads You Missed to Sign Up
Imagine this scenario You had a business lead whom you thought was going to sign the deal. You have invented this agricultural product that keeps harvested potatoes fresh for months. You put your best foot forward, showcased your product, gave the best presentation you ever … [Read more...]
What is the Anointing to Prosper?
Bezalel had the anointing to prosper Bezalel (Exodus 31:1-6) had the anointing for craftsmanship. He was a construction guy, an anointed contractor and craftsman. He had the anointing to design and build the Lord's tabernacle. He wasn't a preacher but a carver, designer, an … [Read more...]
Five Things Developers Should Know About Mobile Apps Privacy Issues and Kids
Kids are adorable, get bored quickly and it's our duty to protect them. There are so many apps out there that cater to children but how do you know that "for 13yr old + app" is not being downloaded by a tech savvy 9 year old kid? If you develop mobile apps for kids, know and … [Read more...]
One Thing You Should Do Before You Publish Your App
Mobile Apps and Privacy Everyday many people download mobile apps for business or personal use and the issues with mobile apps and data privacy have increased tremendously. Not too long ago I had a conversation with a developer friend of mine about the issue of data privacy … [Read more...]
The Data Privacy Issue with Visitor Management Software
If you visit many office buildings in Manhattan, it is common practice to show your ID before you can access the building. In some buildings I have visited, the conversations with front lobby security went like this: Me: Hi! I'm here to see Captain America (well let's just call … [Read more...]
The Weekly Vent: Why is Facebook Not Reaching All My Fans?
Why is Facebook only reaching a small percentage of your fans? For example, Persistent Faith has 43,421 fans and posted a status update earlier today and 2,565 people saw this post. That's almost 6% of the total page likes. For some, it's 17% of their fans. Is there a … [Read more...]
#1 Secret That Grows Businesses [That’s Often Overlooked]
How do I grow my business? That's a big question for most entrepreneurs. Getting clients. making profits. Decreasing costs. Many entrepreneurs ponder on the secret to growing their businesses, if they are doing the right things and utilizing all opportunities, resources and … [Read more...]
What I Learned at The 2013 SES New York Conference
[This picture was taken with my Android phone. I have no comment] My First SES New York Conference I had an awesome time at the recent SES New York Conference held at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Those sessions were definitely worth the experience. Nothing like … [Read more...]
Why Privacy By Design Must Be Embedded in Tech Development
Data privacy laws are evolving and industry best practices are changing. One very important privacy question for healthcare tech development or any software development group is this: Which safeguards are being applied to ensure that all staff across the board are trained and … [Read more...]
Why You Should Not Give An Employer Your Facebook Password
Should you give an employer your Facebook password? As a data privacy executive certified in information privacy, I say NO. Your Facebook account is personal. In 2012, Maryland banned employers from asking job applicants and employees their social media account passwords. … [Read more...]
How To Get Out of That Funk
How do you get out of that funk? You have to change your mindset and make a decision to not remain there. You have to rise up and take action because if you continue to remain there, you will waste valuable time which waits for nobody. I recently watched this inspiring Ted … [Read more...]
No, I Don’t Want to Hear You Whine. STOP.
Nobody wants to be around someone who complains all the time. Not too long ago, I wrote a blog post about how to use your talent to make money. I talked about how people are dissatisfied with their lives and believe that there must be something else better than what they … [Read more...]
How To Deal With Difficult People So You Don’t Go Nuts
Have you ever wondered how to deal with difficult people? Have you ever wondered how some people can keep calm in the midst of intensely annoying situations? All of us know at least one person who can really make you wonder why on earth God made you related or place you in … [Read more...]
My Aha Moment and How I Reached The Tipping Point
Yes, one of my "aha" moments and I call it blessed. Some years ago, I went for a job interview at a top corporation and the interviewer who wanted to know more about my expertise, asked: "How come your skills are so diverse? How do you merge law with technology? Oh, you are a … [Read more...]
Read This Before You Outsource Your Next Project
One big question on a corporate decision maker’s mind (including project managers) is whether to outsource or not to outsource especially, offshore. Simple answer Pro: Outsourcing saves time and money. Con: Security. Outsourcing saves time and money but at the same time, … [Read more...]
How To Use Your Talent To Make Money
Nearly every day I meet people who are dissatisfied with their current situation and the monologue is usually like this: I can’t do this anymore. I need to find something else to do. I’m fed up. I want to start my own business. I’ve been in this job for too long. I … [Read more...]
3 Simple Steps to Ensure Data Privacy in the Cloud
In this age of cloud computing and emerging technologies, it is absolutely essential for companies to train and equip their staff about data privacy and security. Some things can be easily overlooked. Data security awareness is not just for techies or IT gurus. It is imperative … [Read more...]
Can an employer monitor personal email?
What does your corporate electronic communications or Internet Use policy say? Is it in plain English? Is it detailed? Employers, it's time to change, amend or update your corporate electronic communications policy or face risks and perhaps, lose a lot of … [Read more...]
