I'm sure many of you are familiar with some of the popular URL shorteners like goo.gl, bit.ly, and TinyURL. They are an incredibly handy tool to have at your disposal. URL shorteners can take a ridiculously long link to a document or other resource … [Continue reading]
Georgia On My Mind
Earlier this December a group of us from ESU 11 had the privilege to present at the AESA (Association of Educational Service Agencies) annual conference in Savannah, Georgia. This was the second time I've presented at AESA so it was nice to make a … [Continue reading]
The First Step is the Two-Step
No, we're not talking about the dance; we're talking about authentication! Much like the dance, two-step authentication is something that everyone should know how to do. Wikipedia defines two-step or two-factor authentication as "a method of … [Continue reading]
LastPass
There are a handful of tools that I use every single day, and would consider essential to my daily operation. One of those tools is without a doubt LastPass. I have been using LastPass since 2012, and will continue to be a faithful user for the … [Continue reading]
Operational vs. Strategic
Each fall I am faced with the challenge of shifting from Operational mode to Strategic mode. This is an interesting transition that occurs each year, usually a few weeks following the flip of the crazy switch. The summer months are filled with … [Continue reading]