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Eric Bloom
Member since: May 2011
Bio:
Eric P. Bloom, a former CIO, is president of Manager Mechanics LLC, a company specializing in information technology (IT) leadership development and the governing organization for the Information Technology Management and Leadership Professional (ITMLP©) and Information Technology Management and Leadership Executive (ITMLE©) certifications.
He is also a keynote speaker, nationally syndicated columnist, National Speakers Association member, and author of various books including the following:
- The CIO’s Guide to Staff Needs, Growth, and Productivity
- Your IT Career: Get Noticed, Get Promoted, and Build Your Professional Brand
- Manager Mechanics: Tips and Advice for First-Time Managers.
Prior to founding Manager Mechanics, Eric led technology at Independence Investments and The Boston Company Asset Management. Eric was also a SVP of Business Systems at Monster Worldwide and a VP of Software Development at Fidelity Investments.
Eric began his career as a software developer (programmer) and moved through the ranks to CIO. He understands IT management from the bottom up. As they say, "He walks the walk."
Additional information on Eric can be found at www.ericpbloom.com and www.ManagerMechanics.com. He can be contacted at eric@ManagerMechanics.com.
Follow Eric on Google+He is also a keynote speaker, nationally syndicated columnist, National Speakers Association member, and author of various books including the following:
- The CIO’s Guide to Staff Needs, Growth, and Productivity
- Your IT Career: Get Noticed, Get Promoted, and Build Your Professional Brand
- Manager Mechanics: Tips and Advice for First-Time Managers.
Prior to founding Manager Mechanics, Eric led technology at Independence Investments and The Boston Company Asset Management. Eric was also a SVP of Business Systems at Monster Worldwide and a VP of Software Development at Fidelity Investments.
Eric began his career as a software developer (programmer) and moved through the ranks to CIO. He understands IT management from the bottom up. As they say, "He walks the walk."
Additional information on Eric can be found at www.ericpbloom.com and www.ManagerMechanics.com. He can be contacted at eric@ManagerMechanics.com.
Areas of Interest: Cloud Computing, Hardware, Mobile, Networking, Software, Virtualization, IT Management, IT leadership development
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I’m a project manager and it seems that I spend more time reading and writing emails than managing my project. Any ideas? This email volume is killing me and my project.
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I’m a DBA (Data Base Administrator) and am worried about my job. My company said that they will be including cloud-based applications as part of their system strategy moving forward. Should I start looking for a new job or stick it out and see what happens?
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As a Business Analyst, should I care what technology the IT department is using?
2 weeks 6 days ago
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A digital hybrid is a person that’s part digital native and part Digital Immigrant.
3 weeks 6 days ago
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Before I offend anyone by the title of this column, by old guy, I mean people like me, Baby Boomers in senior management positions. Certainly, this includes people of both genders, but I’m male so thus the column is named.
5 weeks 1 day ago
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I don’t get it! I’ve been trying to get an entry level job in IT and am being told they require experience? What do I do?
5 weeks 6 days ago
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Please provide advice. I want to work in the computer industry. Should I get a computer oriented college degree or my Cisco certification?
6 weeks 5 days ago
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I would really like to move ahead professionally. I know there are many things I could do that would help me, but I don’t know which one to do first. As a result, I’m not doing anything. Any suggestions?
7 weeks 5 days ago
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Who better to ask for career advice than those who have reached the top position within the IT profession? This week Tom Catalini, CIO of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts talks about building an IT career.
9 weeks 2 days ago
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IT professionals are the best ambassadors for the IT profession ...
9 weeks 6 days ago
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I have my PMP and have been working within IT my whole career. I like IT, but I’m tired of doing the same thing for so many years. Any suggestions on other things I can do with my IT and project management experience?
10 weeks 5 days ago
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I’m a software tester in a large IT shop. As my company moves more and more toward cloud based, there is less and less for me to do. I’m afraid that one day soon I’ll lose my job. Do you have any suggestions?
11 weeks 4 days ago
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Hey software contractor! Yes you. Do you want to raise your billing rate and increase your days worked? If so, build and/or assemble a set of software tools, process, and pre-built routines that will make you more productive more quickly and provide real immediate value to your clients.
12 weeks 4 days ago
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I’m currently a Business Analyst and would like to become a Project Manager. Can professional branding help me get there?
13 weeks 6 days ago
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I was discussing the current and future state with Ed Airey, a Product Marketing Director with Micro Focus. Because of the nature of his job, he has his finger on the pulse of everything COBOL.
14 weeks 6 days ago
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I’m often asked the question in emails from readers “What should I do next?” For those who have emailed a question with this theme that I have not yet answered, please consider this a general answer to your question.
15 weeks 5 days ago
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If you are in any type of IT role that relates to, or works with, anyone on the business side of your company, then more than ever before, industries-specific knowledge is required when trying to find a job.
16 weeks 3 days ago
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The combination of System Administration skills and Programming skills is crucial to future professional growth.
17 weeks 6 days ago
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If there was ever a good time to be a Business Analyst it’s now, and here's why
18 weeks 3 days ago
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Since graduating from college I have been on a number of great interviews but still haven’t found a job. I don’t understand it. I have a degree in computer science from a great school and some relevant work experience as a summer intern. Any idea what I could be doing wrong?
19 weeks 6 days ago
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I have been out of IT for about three years and would like to get back in. Prior to leaving IT I was a help desk technician with about ten years of experience and my A+ certification. What would you suggest I do?
20 weeks 5 days ago
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Technical advances in data center management are transforming the types of skills that are needed by people working in a data center.
21 weeks 5 days ago
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I love the company I work for and they have been very good to me. The problem is that the company isn’t doing well financially. My job in IT is not currently at risk, but many others are fearful that they will soon lose their jobs. What can I do to help my company and in turn, help my follow employees?
22 weeks 6 days ago
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Former MIT CIO Marilyn Smith recently said in an interview that to enhance your IT career, you should 'exit and then return to IT.' Her reasoning: 'Your time working outside of IT will enhance your perspective on how to best serve your internal clients and also position you to be a business partner, rather than a service provider to other business areas.
23 weeks 6 days ago
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I work at a big company with IT people all around the world. Many of them do the same kind of work I do. What can I do to meet these people and build my internal professional network?
24 weeks 5 days ago
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