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Articles by John Edwards
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8 top priorities for CIOs in 2023
Begin the new year by tackling the most challenging issues head-on. Here’s a rundown of top-level priorities IT leaders must address in 2023.
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7 ways to cope with a C-level rival
Collaboration in the C-suite can be derailed by grudges, vendettas, and toxic antagonism. Here’s how to deal with a challenging leadership colleague who undercuts your every move.
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7 lies IT leaders should never tell
In leadership, lying is never a good thing, especially if you get caught. Here’s a rundown of whoppers CIOs often tell — and even believe — that could lead to a career disaster.
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7 enterprise data strategy trends
A strong, up-to-date data strategy is fundamental to your enterprise’s long-term success. In light of ongoing changes, it will probably need some serious updating.
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8 secrets of successful IT freelancers
IT freelancing can be an enticing and rewarding part- or full-time occupation, but only the skilled and persistent survive let alone thrive.
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7 ways to ruin your IT leadership reputation
A solid professional reputation is your top career asset. Don’t carelessly toss it away.
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7 signs it’s time for a new CIO job
All good things must come to an end. For some CIOs, the decision to terminate an employment relationship should occur sooner rather than later.
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7 KPIs for customer-centric IT
Becoming truly customer-centric requires access to deep insights and rapid action. KPIs are the tools that help IT discover what external and internal customers really want.
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7 tell-tale signs of fake agile
Embracing agile principles doesn’t automatically lead to better project management and software development. Here’s what separates true agile practitioners from imposters.
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7 ways to create a more IT-savvy C-suite
Establishing a more tech-savvy organization starts at the top. But IT leaders who want greater tech fluency among the leadership ranks should put business first.
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8 traits of highly efficient CIOs
Efficiency leads to improved productivity, flexibility, and quality of work. Making the best use of your time as an IT leader also builds a direct pathway to career success.
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7 traits of inspirational IT leaders
All CIOs are leaders, yet only a select few are truly inspirational leaders. Here’s how you can become one of them.
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Misled by metrics: 7 KPI mistakes IT leaders make
Virtually every CIO uses metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to gauge the performance of their IT teams and strategies, but not always correctly. Here’s a look at what you’re doing wrong.
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7 IT governance mistakes — and how to avoid them
IT governance can be a minefield for the unwary. Don’t let these common errors damage your organization — and your career.
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6 ways to reinvent your IT leadership career
Is your IT career ripe for a do-over? Then check out these ways to pull yourself out of a rut and get back on course.
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7 leadership traits major enterprises look for in a CIO
Are you ready to make the move to a big company? Better stretch yourself now to ensure you have what top-tier enterprises seek in a top-post IT leader.
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7 ways to elevate your CIO role
CIOs have long been viewed by many colleagues as second-string executives. Now is the time for IT leaders to expand their role, and to assert their unique vision and value.
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7 traits of indispensable IT leaders
Irreplaceable IT leaders share several common characteristics. Acquiring these traits can put you on the fast track to long-term career success.
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