Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionAre IT Certifications and Qualifications Really That Important?I explain why IT Certifications and qualifications are nowhere as important as having the core principles and knowledge in place.Sep 24Sep 24
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionHow To Deal With Bullies at the WorkplaceSome of us, at some time or another, have experienced being bullied or harassed. The question is, what can one do about it?Sep 18Sep 18
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionWhen Do We Need Supervisors or Leaders as Managers?In this piece, I discuss when it is appropriate to have a supervisor or a leader as a manager.Sep 16Sep 16
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionExploring the World of the Dark Electronica ArchitectBeing utterly obsessed with dark atmospheric electronica, I present to you some of the geniuses behind it.Sep 12Sep 12
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel Collection8 Magic Traits of Being a Good ManagerBy following these 8 magic traits, you can be an excellent manager.Aug 30Aug 30
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionWhy I Regret Getting Rid of My Old TextbooksCall me a sentimental old fool, but why do I regret getting rid of all my old engineering textbooks?Aug 8Aug 8
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionWe Do Not Need KPIs and Annual Performance ReviewsKPIs and annual performance reviews are old-fashioned and should be replaced by management being more knowledgeable about their employees.Jul 29Jul 29
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionDisloyalty is RewardedLoyalty is dead, and do you know why? Because being disloyal is rewarded!Jul 27Jul 27
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionDon’t Kill Off the Company with a Crappy WebsiteToo many companies overlook the importance of building and maintaining a quality website and intranet.Jul 23Jul 23
Shon EllertoninThe Ironkeel CollectionMy 12 Hot Tips on How to Run a Successful IT ConsultancyIT Consultancies are having it tough these days, but here are my 12 top tips to make them better.Jul 16Jul 16