Monthly Archives: April 2014

One week to SQL Intersection

Posted on April 7, 2014 by way0utwest

You still have time to grab the boss and convince him to invest in you. Show what you’ve learned in the last year. Tell him or her how some training you’ve taken, perhaps at a SQL Saturday, helped you at … Continue reading →

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Data Security Policies

Posted on April 7, 2014 by way0utwest

Does your organization have some policy around data security on mobile devices? Do your fellow employees care about data security? A new study says that most organizations don’t, and potentially that’s an issue. Many of us are data professionals, and we … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be an Arse

Posted on April 4, 2014 by way0utwest

In deference to my British employers, I’ll use their word. It constantly strikes me how rude, stupid, and unfriendly people can be on the Internet. I’ve been trying to avoid even reading comments on many places, including Facebook because I’m … Continue reading →

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Great Companies – Spotify

Posted on April 4, 2014 by way0utwest

I don’t know anyone at Spotify, nor have I worked there. However when I see descriptions and explanations like this one of how they organize and build their culture, it makes me think they’re doing it right. Autonomy is important, … Continue reading →

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