It turned out, the pointless post really was fairly pointless. There was also one thing that bothered me about it; In the last part of that post, I talked about how creepy fans can be and that Brent Spiner turned out to be human. Of course I was joking (I know, bad joke and not very obvious). What bothered me about it was, the link didn't really point out how creepy fans can be, but rather how weird and obnoxious, or is that rude, Brent's humour can be.
When you're a fan of Brent, or when you pay longer attention to him than really is necessary, you soon find out his brand of humour is a bit off beat, sarcastic, maybe rude and maybe even offensive. It doesn't really bother me, I've got a fairly thick skin, but I can see how people might get offended or just don't understand his sense of humour. I think it's a defense mechanism; this way he doesn't need to show anything of himself, nor does he need to reveal anything of his private life. And in some cases, he's really fucking funny. Don't read his twitter though, it's very sobering in a fan-of-Brent kinda way. Whatever that means. I suppose what I meant to say is: as a fan you very quickly find out he's definately not superman....Hah! He wish.
Pointless Post
Friday, January 10, 2014
New Avenues
Developments are rolling in quicker and faster these days. I incidentally rolled into it all. I started using social media when most people were still finding out what Internet was. I started using it when moderating a chatroom was still done with command lines instead of just clicking on a button. I incidentally rolled into very information technical studies that propelled me into very information technological jobs. I learnt to program, I learnt to write specifications, I learnt to test and maintain, I learnt to talk to customers about it and how to use applications, software, etc; an absolutely ridiculous streak of luck that gave me knowledge and skills that could be very useful in these very information technological times of social media and apps.
I was also lucky to not only specify applications and systems, but also connections between applications and systems. I was able to build up a great spectrum of specifications writing and I'm starting to get bored with it. What I never have done before, and which I'm doing now, is specifying an application from scratch. I have been given the assignment to specify and design a whole new application. That's an exciting and terrifying assignment. However, after I've done that, I think it's time to get with the times and try a new avenue: specifying mobile apps. I already found a training that aims at people in the streets which is really what's happening; people in the streets developing and selling their own apps. What I want is developing mobile apps for organizations. This also means, eventually, I want to also move into modern marketing, which pretty much has everything to do with social media.
Anyway, something to think about.
http://www.groupon.nl/deals/grouponshopcity/app-design-cursus/32577576?nlp=&CID=NL_CRM_1_0_0_9&a=1646
I might buy this. Very likely.
I was also lucky to not only specify applications and systems, but also connections between applications and systems. I was able to build up a great spectrum of specifications writing and I'm starting to get bored with it. What I never have done before, and which I'm doing now, is specifying an application from scratch. I have been given the assignment to specify and design a whole new application. That's an exciting and terrifying assignment. However, after I've done that, I think it's time to get with the times and try a new avenue: specifying mobile apps. I already found a training that aims at people in the streets which is really what's happening; people in the streets developing and selling their own apps. What I want is developing mobile apps for organizations. This also means, eventually, I want to also move into modern marketing, which pretty much has everything to do with social media.
Anyway, something to think about.
http://www.groupon.nl/deals/grouponshopcity/app-design-cursus/32577576?nlp=&CID=NL_CRM_1_0_0_9&a=1646
I might buy this. Very likely.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Goals to Get Unstuck
Like a good office drone I've been updating myself on office stuff.
That's a very general remark. It doesn't say much about what I've been reading this morning. What I've been reading harks back on my on going trouble with getting ahead of life. I probably whined many times about how stuck I am and how I don't know what to do. Now, I have a very handy list that could help me, and you, get unstuck.
- Focus on process goals instead of outcome goals
- Go inward;
- Try something new;
- Network in broader circles;
- Get rid of stuff;
- Make a bold action;
- Get a therapist or coach;
- Start with ONE THING.
You can read the whole thing here: How to Set Goals When You're Feeling Stuck
That's a very general remark. It doesn't say much about what I've been reading this morning. What I've been reading harks back on my on going trouble with getting ahead of life. I probably whined many times about how stuck I am and how I don't know what to do. Now, I have a very handy list that could help me, and you, get unstuck.
- Focus on process goals instead of outcome goals
- Go inward;
- Try something new;
- Network in broader circles;
- Get rid of stuff;
- Make a bold action;
- Get a therapist or coach;
- Start with ONE THING.
You can read the whole thing here: How to Set Goals When You're Feeling Stuck
Monday, January 6, 2014
List of Fact: Ala 2014
• The passed two years haven't helped me to readers who leave me comments telling me they at least read my blog. That's okay, tho it hurts... editions in red...blogger gives now the possibility to check how many times your blog has been read. It seems people do find my blog, but don't leave comments. Gee thnx people! Or they still don't bother to read it. Turns out, most of the visit counts come from bots using my blog to only further their own advertizing.
• My computer is not ready to log on to the rkop-chatbox...still not after two years, but who cares..I don't at least...I hardly ever visit RKOP these days and I forgot what chatting is (j/k) What's RKOP? (j/k)
• The new sound boxes I bought...SUCK! With a Capital SUCK and an exclamation mark...still do...still do, but I bought new ones which make me happy...The sucky sound boxes are now near the end of their lives; one has already given up completely. I'm thinking of buying a new set for in the bedroom. Now my good boxes are slowly joining the choir of dead sound boxes. I'm thinking of buying new ones for in the livingroom and for in the bathroom and maybe for in the bedroom.
• Dennis Morris and Charlie Mingroni -without the ‘e’ at the end. I can also spell "Gyllenhaal".
• I was up at 7.00 am this morning....I could have been....I was awake and up at 7 am to empty my bladder, then went back to bed to play the Sims FreePlay. Bad (bed?) me. I was up real late. I really need to change my life rhythm. Maybe try getting up at 8.00 instead of 9.30. I'm pathetic.
• I reviewed my passed two years using my review from a couple of years ago which I recycled as well...I actually took the time to review several lists and brought them back together in a list that lists what is applicable now. I used that last revised list, see the link below.
• I'm too lazy to write a completely new review...I thought it would be funny to use this list again...See previous addition...and again. I'm wondering when this stops being funny. I might have reached that point already.
Old list
• My computer is not ready to log on to the rkop-chatbox...still not after two years, but who cares..I don't at least...I hardly ever visit RKOP these days and I forgot what chatting is (j/k) What's RKOP? (j/k)
• The new sound boxes I bought...SUCK! With a Capital SUCK and an exclamation mark...still do...still do, but I bought new ones which make me happy...The sucky sound boxes are now near the end of their lives; one has already given up completely. I'm thinking of buying a new set for in the bedroom. Now my good boxes are slowly joining the choir of dead sound boxes. I'm thinking of buying new ones for in the livingroom and for in the bathroom and maybe for in the bedroom.
• Dennis Morris and Charlie Mingroni -without the ‘e’ at the end. I can also spell "Gyllenhaal".
• I was up at 7.00 am this morning....I could have been....I was awake and up at 7 am to empty my bladder, then went back to bed to play the Sims FreePlay. Bad (bed?) me. I was up real late. I really need to change my life rhythm. Maybe try getting up at 8.00 instead of 9.30. I'm pathetic.
• I reviewed my passed two years using my review from a couple of years ago which I recycled as well...I actually took the time to review several lists and brought them back together in a list that lists what is applicable now. I used that last revised list, see the link below.
• I'm too lazy to write a completely new review...I thought it would be funny to use this list again...See previous addition...and again. I'm wondering when this stops being funny. I might have reached that point already.
Old list
Hello 2014
As usual life picks up where it left off at full speed. Hello 2014.
The last few days of 2013 I spent hanging around forgetting about everything I left behind at work. The first few days of 2014 I spent getting gradually uneasy and nervous about the year ahead. The main question this year will probably be: “How am I going to keep myself somewhat sane and comfortable?”
It’s going to be a busy year, work wise. I don’t think I’m going to take much time for myself; my private life is put back in pause mode. We’ll see how that works out. I probably need to do something about it later this year. Maybe I should not only set some business goals, but also some private goals.
There are a few:
- Healthier food/feeding pattern;
- More exercize;
- Healthier life rhythm (early bed, early up).
Business goals:
- Finishing a project and with that bringing the team/department to the next level;
- Updating skills and developing new skills (towards Information specialist);
- Promoting to a senior function.
I’m also curious who I’ll find this year. My interest in Brent is waning somewhat. I could look up some more of his films, but so far, I didn’t really feel the urge, so I didn’t yet. I saw a few. There’s also a whole series of Outer limits I could watch. Not sure I want to.
I have a status list somewhere I used to update. I think I might do it again, just for the sake of…something…
What happened to 2013? Another year gone. I have a vague recollection of things that happened in 2013…though it might have been 2012.
The last few days of 2013 I spent hanging around forgetting about everything I left behind at work. The first few days of 2014 I spent getting gradually uneasy and nervous about the year ahead. The main question this year will probably be: “How am I going to keep myself somewhat sane and comfortable?”
It’s going to be a busy year, work wise. I don’t think I’m going to take much time for myself; my private life is put back in pause mode. We’ll see how that works out. I probably need to do something about it later this year. Maybe I should not only set some business goals, but also some private goals.
There are a few:
- Healthier food/feeding pattern;
- More exercize;
- Healthier life rhythm (early bed, early up).
Business goals:
- Finishing a project and with that bringing the team/department to the next level;
- Updating skills and developing new skills (towards Information specialist);
- Promoting to a senior function.
I’m also curious who I’ll find this year. My interest in Brent is waning somewhat. I could look up some more of his films, but so far, I didn’t really feel the urge, so I didn’t yet. I saw a few. There’s also a whole series of Outer limits I could watch. Not sure I want to.
I have a status list somewhere I used to update. I think I might do it again, just for the sake of…something…
What happened to 2013? Another year gone. I have a vague recollection of things that happened in 2013…though it might have been 2012.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Make A Plan
Make a plan
Look around
Define your goals
Decide a strategy
Claim your tools and resources
Here we go
That’s basically what you need to do when you start on a new project. I can’t remember why I wrote it down. I vagelue remember it having something to do with my personal business development and with trying to write a new blog. Yes, even for writing a blog these steps can be useful.
I’m sure I wrote this before, but I’m going to tell you again, if only to make myself feel good about me.
I’m working on two major projects at work. For both projects several technical connections need to be made. For both projects the information streams can’t be put in standard templates with standard solutions. What I’ve been doing this week, and mainly today, is trying to find the right form and trying to fit the connections in standard solutions. It’s interesting and confusing. But bit by bit we’re building up and improving an organization for information sharing.
I’m so in the moment!
Good thing Christmas holidays are on its way. I’m tired. Hopefully 2014 will start of bright. Hopefully, the winter won’t last as long coming year. 2014 scares me, more than any other years have done. Hmm, I’m not sure that’s true. I feel mildly uncomfortable about 2014. Big things are on the horizon and I’m trying to fit them within the cramped confines of human abilities.
Other than that, I’m really looking forward to being two weeks off.
With this post I reached my quotum. I’m not sure if this will be my last post, but in case it will be:
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Look around
Define your goals
Decide a strategy
Claim your tools and resources
Here we go
That’s basically what you need to do when you start on a new project. I can’t remember why I wrote it down. I vagelue remember it having something to do with my personal business development and with trying to write a new blog. Yes, even for writing a blog these steps can be useful.
I’m sure I wrote this before, but I’m going to tell you again, if only to make myself feel good about me.
I’m working on two major projects at work. For both projects several technical connections need to be made. For both projects the information streams can’t be put in standard templates with standard solutions. What I’ve been doing this week, and mainly today, is trying to find the right form and trying to fit the connections in standard solutions. It’s interesting and confusing. But bit by bit we’re building up and improving an organization for information sharing.
I’m so in the moment!
Good thing Christmas holidays are on its way. I’m tired. Hopefully 2014 will start of bright. Hopefully, the winter won’t last as long coming year. 2014 scares me, more than any other years have done. Hmm, I’m not sure that’s true. I feel mildly uncomfortable about 2014. Big things are on the horizon and I’m trying to fit them within the cramped confines of human abilities.
Other than that, I’m really looking forward to being two weeks off.
With this post I reached my quotum. I’m not sure if this will be my last post, but in case it will be:
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Monday, December 16, 2013
+1
Only two more posts to go and I will have posted just enough posts to rival the most posts in December I ever posted. One more, and this year’s will be the most. Problem is, I don’t know anything to write about.
Did you also notice how I stopped posting pictures? Well, almost.
Some of my posts I write these days are so short, I might just as well try tweeting instead. Most of the time, I end up deleting them alltogether.
There’s one more study I’m sort of working on. Why doesn’t Brent Spiner get more roles? And why doesn’t he ever play the leading character? He only did once, and that was ages ago. Well, okay, decades ago. Still, most things we see him in are small parts, usually the nerdy scientist guy.
So, that’s a bit longer than 140 characters.
+1
Did you also notice how I stopped posting pictures? Well, almost.
Some of my posts I write these days are so short, I might just as well try tweeting instead. Most of the time, I end up deleting them alltogether.
There’s one more study I’m sort of working on. Why doesn’t Brent Spiner get more roles? And why doesn’t he ever play the leading character? He only did once, and that was ages ago. Well, okay, decades ago. Still, most things we see him in are small parts, usually the nerdy scientist guy.
So, that’s a bit longer than 140 characters.
+1
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