Networking Rules for Job Hunting
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Job hunters need to follow these rules to realize their full potential.
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2020 Year in Review
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Our year in review post talking through how we adapted to the pandemic, migrated to Azure, and helped restaurants stay\ open.
The ‘I Was Told’ Trap
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the dangers of doing what you’re told in IT and how it affects productivity and responsibility. How to avoid this trap and take charge in your career.
The Power of Context
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore how deep context in technology careers, particularly for those transitioning from other fields allows for a solid foundation of technical skills.
2017 Year in Review
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
The highlights and achievements of 2017 from career advancements to personal growth, leading to an exciting future in Boulder, Colorado.
DevOps Leadership Summit in Dallas
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Join us at the DevOps Leadership Summit in Dallas on August 28, 2017. Network with industry leaders and learn how to facilitate a DevOps transformation in your company.
Which Line?
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the impact of software development on a company’s bottom line versus top line. How I navigated from a cost-saving role to a revenue-generating position.
Margin for Leadership
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the importance of creating margin in your day for leadership and mentoring. Learn from past mistakes and discover how to effectively manage your time for the benefit of your team.
The Goal
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the journey of a tech newbie transitioning into a new software development style. Learn how clear goals and growth plans can transform careers and lives.
Planning vs. Execution
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the importance of planning before execution in achieving success. Learn from real-life experiences and understand how to balance excitement with strategic planning in your endeavors.
Internalizing the Plan
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the importance of creating and internalizing a plan in a technical context. Learn how honesty and understanding are key to growth and efficiency in technology.
Exposing the Unknown
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the importance of honesty and open communication in tech teams, especially with new members. Learn effective strategies for building trust and understanding.
Summer of Discovery
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the journey of a woman re-entering the workforce and discovering her fit in the technology industry. Follow along as she navigates the challenges and rewards of this exciting career shift.
Coding for Kids
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the importance of coding for kids in this blog post, highlighting how programming is a valuable tool for the future. Discover myths about programming and how it can be integrated into everyday learning.
A Look Around
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the journey of a blogger’s first six months, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned. Discover how the focus shifted from professional to personal topics and the impact it had on readership.
Mornings
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the contrast between good and bad mornings in this insightful blog post. Learn how being intentional and avoiding phone distractions can transform your morning routine, productivity, and overall well-being.
Right Fit
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore our journey as we navigate a business opportunity, balancing risk and reward, staying true to our values, and seeking the right fit. Inspired by Mark Cuban’s advice.
A European Education
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the differences between European and American education systems in this blog post. Discover how shorter school days and vocational training could potentially benefit students. A must-read for anyone interested in education reform.
Two Questions You Should Ask About Your Commitments
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Reevaluate life’s commitments with two questions: How’d you feel without it? Can you freely reject it? Prioritize for a balanced, fulfilling life.
Focus with the Amazon Kindle
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Boost your reading focus with Amazon Kindle: distraction-free, long battery life, and sleep-friendly lighting. Enhance growth and knowledge effortlessly.
Sanitize Your Smartphone with Republic Wireless
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Optimize phone usage with Republic Wireless: affordable plans, Wi-Fi data, and reduced distractions. Prioritize real-life connections over screen time.
Facing the Ultimate Distraction and Often Losing
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Facebook promises social connections but often reduces face-to-face interactions. While it keeps us updated, it might be diminishing genuine conversations.
You Have Time
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Shift your mindset: Instead of lacking time, prioritize what truly matters. Eliminate time-wasters like excessive news consumption to focus on personal growth.
Rubbernecking with the Locals
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the phenomenon of rubbernecking in the context of local news consumption. This blog post challenges you to evaluate the value and impact of the news you consume daily.
Sports News: Soap Operas for People Who Make Fun of Soap Operas
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the parallels between sports news and soap operas in this blog post. Discover how sports news often focuses on drama and intrigue, much like a soap opera, and why it’s important to remember it’s just entertainment.
The Economist Keeps it Real
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover why The Economist is a superior news source in this blog post. Learn about its international focus, lack of distractions, and balanced reporting. Ditch the drama of mainstream media today.
Escaping with the News
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the impact of news consumption on our lives and emotions. This blog post challenges the relevance of political news and encourages readers to question how news affects their daily lives.
Escaping
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how to live in the present and escape the distractions of modern life in this insightful blog post. Learn how to focus on what truly matters and stop running from your real life.
The Default Script
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the concept of ‘The Default Script’ in our society and how it impacts our pursuit of happiness and meaning. Discover why this script may not lead to fulfillment and learn alternative ways to live a meaningful life.
Life is Art
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the concept of life as a work of art in this blog post. Discover how simplicity, purpose, and tranquility can shape your canvas, and how every life is a unique masterpiece. Inspire and be inspired to create a beautiful life.
Getting Things Done Action Plan
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how to implement the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology in your life with our step-by-step action plan. Learn to collect, process, prioritize, delegate, and review tasks effectively. Start your GTD journey today!
Mind Like Water
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how to achieve a ‘Mind Like Water’ through the Getting Things Done (GTD) system. Learn to react appropriately to life’s challenges and boost your productivity.
Review the Glue
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover the secret to achieving your goals and staying organized with our review of the Checkvist system. Learn how to effectively process and review tasks for improved productivity.
Process and Organize
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how to effectively process and organize your tasks for better productivity. Learn the steps to transform your ‘stuff’ into actionable tasks, achieve inbox zero daily, and maintain sanity in your life.
Collect for Sanity
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how to declutter your mind and life with our effective collection system. Learn to organize your thoughts, tasks, and worries for later, freeing you to truly focus.
Planned Thinking
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover the power of planned thinking in boosting productivity and reducing stress. Learn how the Getting Things Done (GTD) system and tools like Checkvist can transform your work and life. Follow along for practical tips and insights.
How Growth Got Me Organized and Productive
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Michael shares how intentional growth transformed his productivity using the GTD method and Checkvist. Emphasizing the power of continuous learning and organization.
July Blog Update
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Explore the latest July blog update where I share my journey in Taos, New Mexico, my reflections on past blog series, and plans for future content. Join me on my quest for intentional, contented living.
Engineering Travel
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Shift from consumerism to contentment by rethinking travel. Opt for walking, biking, and consolidating car trips. Embrace local living for a healthier, happier life.
Increase Income by Negotiating
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Boost your income by negotiating your salary. Chapman’s book teaches that everything is negotiable, emphasizes intentionality, and the power of silence.
Lowering Expenses with Contentment
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how adopting a mindset of contentment can help you lower expenses and meet financial goals. Learn from our journey with YNAB and Dave Ramsey.
Move the Needle with Dave Ramsey
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Dave Ramsey’s extreme approach to debt focuses on psychology over numbers. His method emphasizes short-term sacrifices for long-term financial freedom.
Month Ahead
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Discover how to break free from living paycheck to paycheck with our guide to getting a month ahead in income. Experience the benefits of financial simplicity, peace, and clarity with our practical steps.
You Need a Budget
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
YNAB, a user-friendly budgeting software, emphasizes goal-setting, real-life adaptability, and planning for surprises. It’s a game-changer for personal finance.
Releasing Control
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Entering marriage counseling with expectations, I learned from Les Carter that true success isn’t about control but serving and understanding others.
Failure Masquerading as Success
By Michael Hedgpeth ·
Chasing the ideal college experience, I took on debt for a year of fun, only to realize true success impacts all life areas positively.