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Writer | Analyst | CEO at Clifton Butterfield, LLC. https://cliftonbutterfield.com
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Chuffed to be included in the @thinkers360.bsky.social Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Transformation 2025! www.thinkers360.com/top-50-globa...

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CISA’s alert pivot reflects a new era of decentralized cyber threat communication www.csoonline.com/article/3984...

In this clip, @njrobinson.bsky.social says that "technical stalwarts" sometimes have trouble making the transition to leadership roles. Full episode: open.spotify.com/episode/3pzN...

Making the transition from tech worker to manager isn't easy (been there/done that). @njrobinson.bsky.social was prepared, however. Full podcast: www.iheart.com/podcast/966-...

Here, @charlestbetz.bsky.social explains why his songs sound like musical theater tunes. Full podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

The latest episode of Reach Your Do Point® is out now. I explore the unlikely crossover between music and IT with noted industry analyst @charlestbetz.bsky.social, who is a serious composer, arranger, and lyricist. Full video: youtu.be/1E7x2vrbQ5Q?...

I realize I’m just shouting into the wind here, but: please, please, please stop posting screenshots without links, or summarizing breaking news events without links. There’s a serious problem with unsourced assertions all over the world right now, don’t be part of the problem.

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And that's a wrap! #isolvedConnect Charlotte was informative and enjoyable, and I'll be writing up some takeaways. @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

HR plays a big role in deciding what should be done with AI, says Aspect 43. #isolvedConnect @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

Maybe AI is already embedded in the technology you're using. #isolvedConnect @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

According to Aspect43 45% of companies aren't sure about what to do with AI #isolvedConnect @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

HR's Role in the Age of AI presentation by Aspect43 at #isolvedConnect @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

Ready for day 2 of #isolvedConnect! @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

This LinkedIn Live by @lizkmiller.bsky.social is flat-out brilliant analysis and reportage re: ServiceNow. #SheBringsTheSmart www.linkedin.com/posts/lizkmi...

Customer Experience, if it is to be successful, starts at the top and permeates the organization, says Shep Hyken. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

Research into the candidate experience... the Why. #isolvedConnect @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

Looking forward to learning more about the candidate experience. #isolvedConnect @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

I ran into one of the #PeopleHeroes at #isolvedConnect! ⁦‪

On site in Charlotte, NC, for #isolvedConnect. Looking forward to the sessions and meetings! @isolvedhcm.bsky.social

In this #123withRoy, I talk about interruptions and their toll on getting the work accomplished.

Dan Turchin, CEO of @peoplereign.bsky.social, nails the idea of the Do Point® in this clip from the podcast episode. Watch the entire interview here: youtu.be/0Lll4BIlUdo?... Or listen here: www.iheart.com/podcast/966-... Or here: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

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Consistency is a huge factor in Customer Experience, as Shep Hyken explains . Full podcast episode: open.spotify.com/episode/1cig...

Two Kinds of Hybrid Work - on the Butterfield Blog

Join me in the UK in November when I deliver "What Can a Bookstore Teach Us About Service Management?" itSMF-UK's annual conference will be in Milton Keynes on 10-11 November at Stadium MK! #ITSM www.itsmf.co.uk/itsm25/

For those who would rather read than listen to a podcast: Here's a lightly edited transcript of my conversation with N.J. Robinson substack.com/home/post/p-... (Yes, there's a link to the audio from there as well.)

On the latest episode of Reach Your Do Point®, N.J. Robinson of Hi-Tech Leadership talks about the role of empathy. Full podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

Roy: How do you define "strong leadership"? NJ Robinson on Reach Your Do Point®: open.spotify.com/episode/3pzN...

Frameworks abound in the world of IT. Remember: They are adaptable and are not the same as methodologies. (And yes, I went a couple of seconds over this week!)

NEW episode of Reach Your Do Point®! Influence: The Essence of Leadership – N.J. Robinson “Tools are only as good as those who wield them, and we need strong leadership to better ensure IT is used in an ethical and effective manner.” Full Video podcast: youtu.be/hLYm9iIUBks?...

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Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) is always hot topic. Hear from the best: Mark Thomas of Escoute Consulting, on the Reach Your Do Point® podcast. This two-part conversation is well worth a listen. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

Are you using AI for IT Service Management? ITSM.tools survey could use your input. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... @stephenamann.bsky.social

**Deadline extended!** You have until April 25 to submit a session for HDI's Service Management World. #SMWorld smworld.com/call-for-spe...