Tag: Podcast

Need to Know podcast–Episode 72

James Eling returns to discuss the importance of building a strong business culture. James shares his experiences, wins and losses, in achieving this within his own business.

In this episode you’ll get some really great insights and information that you can implement inside any business immediately. Most importantly, you’ll understand what does and doesn’t work when it comes to building a viable and successful culture within a business from someone who has already done that. Plenty of learnings from an experienced operator here.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-72-james-eling/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send me any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Episode resources

James Eling

www.extremenetworks.com.au

jeling@extremenetworks.com.au

Need to Know podcast–Episode 71

An interesting episode with Ben Dampney from DigitIT as we discuss the challenges with recruiting and retaining good quality staff.

Ben has been gracious enough to share with us his recent experiences with locating his first employee. He takes us through the whole process and provides a lot of practical advice on how to get the best results. There is plenty of practical advice in this episode when it comes to recruitment that would benefit most businesses. I thank Ben for his willingness to share with us in this episode.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-71-ben-dampney/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Don’t forget to give the show a rating as well as send me any feedback or suggestions you may have for the show.

Episode resources

DigitIT

The Small Business technology podcast

 

Need to Know podcast–Episode 70

In this episode I am joined by the owner and managing director of Extreme Networks – James Eling, to talk about the state of play in the SMB IT space. James and I discuss the changes and challenges the cloud is bringing to the segment and the revolution it is especially forcing upon small IT resellers.

James shares his extensive business experience in this warts and all look at the options for SMB IT resellers. Is is perhaps time to consider merging? Acquiring a business? Or perhaps getting out of the game altogether. Some really great and honest feedback from someone who has built a very successful business and continues to transition it every day to something that makes sense. You’ll learn a lot from listening to this episode.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-70-james-eling/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Episode resources

James Eling
www.extremenetworks.com.au
jeling@extremenetworks.com.au

Need to Know podcast–Episode 69

I am joined again by Tas Gray from AxiomIT to talk everything Office 365. We talk  about the different plans that are available and what represents the best value. We also a deeper look into the specifics of each plan as well as answer some specific questions when it comes to Office application. You’ll also find some discussion around Azure, network social and the new business model the cloud bring for IT resellers.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-69-tas-gray/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Episode resources

The RDS world changes again – https://blog.ciaops.com/2014/10/office-365-rds-world-changes-again.html

Office 365 plans – https://products.office.com/en-us/business/compare-more-office-365-for-business-plans

Installing Office Pro Plus on RDS server – http://blog.powerbiz.net.au/office-365/installing-office365-proplus-on-a-rds-server-terminal-server-using-shared-computer-activation/

Need to Know podcast–Episode 68

Here I speak with SharePoint MVP John Liu about SharePoint workflows. John’s shares what workflows are, how to create them and what business uses these could provide. He discusses with me how workflows are an intelligent method of automating business process and boosting productivity by removing reparative tasks. The great thing is that you can use workflows with SharePoint on premise or via Office 365.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-68-john-liu/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Episode Resources

SharePoint Designer 2013
http://www.microsoft.com/en-au/download/details.aspx?id=35491
 
Visual Studio 2013 Community Edition (with Update 4)
http://www.visualstudio.com/downloads/download-visual-studio-vs
 
 http://blogs.msdn.com/b/sharepointdesigner/
 
@johnnliu
http://johnliu.net
 
 http://sharepoint-videos.com/video-categories/sharepoint-2013-training-courses/sp13-304-sharepoint-designer-2013-workflow-course/
 
http://www.lynda.com/search?q=workflow&f=producttypeid%3a2%094%092015%3bmeta_software_facet%3aSharePoint
http://www.pluralsight.com/search/?searchTerm=sharepoint%20workflow
 
Custom Activities – these can all be used on Office 365 or SP2013 OnPrem
 
Office Dev Patterns and Practices samples
https://github.com/OfficeDev/PnP/tree/master/Samples/Workflow.Activities
 
Codeplex
http://sp2013workflowactivities.codeplex.com/
 
Paul Culmsee has a 12-part multi series that’s very fun to follow
http://www.cleverworkarounds.com/2013/12/21/trials-or-tribulation-inside-sharepoint-2013-workflowspart-1/
 
Plumsail has a pack of custom activities that can be purchased (~$500) and more importantly, support.
http://plumsail.com/workflow-actions-pack/

Need to Know podcast–Special Episode

Just in time for the holidays comes a special Need to Know podcast with David Alexander, Senior product Marketing Manager, Office at Microsoft.

David joins me to talk all about the latest product in the Office range, Sway. David tells all about what Sway is, how it works and where the product is headed. He shares with us some insights of bring the product to market and what people are creating with this latest offering from Microsoft.

If you want to know more about Office Sway from Microsoft then this is podcast for you.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/special-episode-1-david-alexander/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Episode Resources

Iphone app available in AU and NZ – https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/office-sway/id929856545

Sway – http://www.sway.com

Sway Blog – http://blogs.office.com/sway/

Recent iPhone app announcement – http://blogs.office.com/2014/12/15/sway-preview-expands-delivers-feature-improvements/

Feedback on Sway – http://sway.uservoice.com

David Alexander on Twitter – @MSFTDavid

Need to Know podcast–Episode 67

For this episode I’m joined by Chip Reaves from Bigger Brains to discuss a number of topics. Chip shares his experiences around his involvement with Computer Troubleshooters. We also spend also discuss his current venture of video training and finally we recap his recent video interviews around the future of the MSP business with some industry thought leaders.

You can listen to the episode at:

http://ciaops.podbean.com/e/episode-67-chip-reaves/

or subscribe to this and all episodes in iTunes at:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/ciaops-need-to-know-podcasts/id406891445?mt=2

The podcast is also available on Stitcher at:

http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ciaops/need-to-know-podcast?refid=stpr

Episode resources

http://www.technology-solved.com/franchise-overview/
 
http://getbiggerbrains.com/
http://biggermsp.com/
http://www.getbiggerbrains.com
http://www.biggermsp.com
 
https://blog.ciaops.com/2014/10/why-i-dont-like-term-trusted-advisor.html
 
http://biggermsp.com/2014/11/21/how-does-the-cloud-affect-managed-services-wrap-up/
 
https://blog.ciaops.com/2012/04/valley-of-discontent.html

Of course, I’d love to hear what you think of this episode or any others. Also, if you are interested in being a guest on the show to discuss business or technical topics also feel free to contact me (director@ciaops.com).