Inspired by Seth Godin's book Linchpin, this presentation provided interactive insight and advice on how to jumpstart a business intelligence career in a competitive technology environment

1. Jumpstart your BI Career – October 20, 2010
Mark Tabladillo Ph.D.
http://www.marktab.net
Background
Aspirations
Inspirations
Seth Godin, Linchpin
“The Hierarchy of Value”
Create/Invent
____________
Connect
____________
Sell
Produce
Grow
Hunt
Lift
Old American Dream New American Dream
Keep your head down remarkable
Be ___________
Follow instructions generous
Be ___________
Show up on time art
Create _________
Work hard judgment
Make __________ calls
Suck it up Connect people with _________
ideas

2. Charm
B
Talent
A D
C
Perseverance
A= _________
Princess/Prince
B= __________
Prodigy
Frustration
C= _________
Microsoft Developer Community
• MSDN Forums
• User groups
• Linked In
• Twitter
• Microsoft Gold Partners
The Seven Abilities of the Linchpin
1. Providing a unique interface between members of the
organization
2. Delivering unique creativity
3. Managing a situation or organization of great complexity
4. Leading customers
5. Inspiring staff
6. Providing deep domain knowledge
7. Possessing a unique talent