They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
A great philosopher once wrote.
Naughty, Naughty
Excited to announce that I've been selected to speak at #FabCon in Las Vegas March 31 - April 2! I'll be co-presenting 3 sessions with the fabulous Ginger Grant (1) and Kelly Broekstra (2). Register at lnkd.in/g-BSCz5h and use the code RUDD200 to save $200 before prices increase February 11.
Looking forward to presenting with Ginger as part of Data Toboggan
Exciting news! The March edition of Data Virtualized is just around the corner, happening online on March 1, 2025. This event will feature 6 sessions presented by Data Platform experts, diving into various topics on Microsoft Fabric. Register: datavirtualized.azurewebsites.net/event/mar-1-...
Playing with Deck Blue. Liking what I am seeing at the moment.
So Microsoft announced today at Ignite 2024 SQL Server 2025. For a quick highlight of some of the announced features have a ready here - sqlmastersconsulting.com.au/SQL-Server-B...
I completely understand we all have to start somewhere. But putting someone with such a lack of experience, skill and understanding is inexcusable. The bias being shown is terrible
Looking forward to the next 90 minutes. Should be a good one
You go offline for 1 day and lots of things happen.
With so many things happening recently and all the announcements it is sometimes hard to keep up. I have not missed the coffee but I have missed the daily messages. Early or late there is still time for a coffee and make the day worthwhile
Finding balance to juggle all on your plate while still maintaining appearances is a something we should strive for. Focus and coffee can help. Grab that coffee and start your day well
In the professional world there are always announcements. Some are good, some are bad, some we go oh wow really. Pick the announcements you are interested in and enjoy that early morning coffee
Public Holidays are great as we get some downtime away from work. Except when they are in close proximity to each other and we have deadlines. Stay focused at the tasks at had, grab that coffee to get you through and continue being that awesome person you are at your job
As we move towards our winter and shorter days, those early starts get harder with the sun yet to rise. Grab that coffee to give the warm start you need.
Inspiration can come in all forms. Acknowledging and using to your advantage is what helps get things going. Grab a coffee and have a great day
Carving out time for yourself during busy times is hard. A short break can do wonders for your focus and productivity. Grab that coffee and try it. Have a great day
Being presented with limited information makes for difficult discussions. Knowing who to ask for a summary before said discussions makes things a little easier. Grab that coffee and get at it.
It always feels good when the week is half over already but you have only worked 1 day so far. Love Wednesdays. Grab that coffee and make it a great day
It is easy to get side tracked when things get busy. That was me last week with a hectic schedule. Getting focused again is important but sometimes hard to do. Dedication and focus brings the gains we are looking for. Get that coffee and get the day started.
Another reasons why DST is not really needed 🤣
Busy week. Missed yesterday. The days are getting shorter. Loads to keep up on. Focus on what’s important. Time for that coffee. Get it done and have a great day.
Change is the consistent normal. How we acknowledge that change and adapt allows us to continue. Grab that coffee and have a great day
Sometimes it’s just time for coffee. Then we can think about what is to come for the day and look at meeting it head on. Have a great day
Sometimes when there is a lot of things happening around you it can be distracting. Finding that balance of keeping track but not getting caught up in it all can allow you to succeed. Grab that coffee and have a great day.
Early starts can be difficult. But the positive outcomes far outweigh the early starts. Push through, get that coffee and have a great day
Numbers play a part in nearly everything we do. My number for today is 10. Find yours and make it count. Time for that coffee and have a great day.
Putting into practice something you were shown by a friend, colleague or family member to improve something you do on a regular basis can have profound effects. Thank you for my new practice. Grab that coffee, find yours and have a great day
So much to do in so little time.prioritizing my tasks is going to get me over the line. Time to get that coffee and knuckle down. Have a great day
Reflection on what we have achieved is a great motivator on what we still need to achieve. Grab that coffee and get at it. Have a great day.
