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April 18, 2024

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Scott Smeester

How To Hire A Fractional CIO

Fractional CIOs may be all you need. But getting the most out of the relationship is another matter. These four dynamics will help you hire the right fit and maximize the benefit.

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April 11, 2024

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Scott Smeester

How CIOs and CTOs Use Jedi Mind Tricks For Better Collaboration And Results

The difference between CIOs and CTOs is more than internal or external facing. It’s about the direction from which you approach the work, and the mindset and behaviors people adopt toward you.
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April 4, 2024

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Joe Woodruff

The Self-Investment CIOs Overlook And That High-Performers Never Regret

CIOs are leaders, but not all are high-performers. The difference isn’t what they do themselves but what they do for themselves.
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March 28, 2024

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Scott Smeester

Keep AI Weird, Because Normal Isn't Working

Generative AI is only exceptional if used exceptionally. Our normal approach to problem solving won’t move AI past average. For better results, keep AI weird.
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March 21, 2024

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Joe Woodruff

How To Get Buy-in For Buying In A Hard Market

Hard markets and tight budgets don’t need to delay the spending you need now. Buy-in isn’t about the budget. It’s about the right decision. And that’s something you can lead.
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March 14, 2024

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Scott Smeester

The One Thing CEOs Overlook In Hiring A CIO

The CIO search isn’t just about the resume or cultural fit. There are types of CIOs not typical CIOs. Knowing the difference, and who you should look for, is the difference between a CIO who will be effective and long term or a short term placeholder.
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March 7, 2024

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Joe Woodruff

The Five Shields CIOs Put Up To Protect Their Team From Tyrants Of The Urgent

Urgent requests and unreasonable timelines are normal. Accepting those requests does not need to be the norm. Five responses will help protect your team to stay focused and your technology vision to be fulfilled.
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