Show #6: Working Together While Apart (Virtual Teams)
August 17, 2006 by Phil Montero · Leave a Comment
This week we discuss strategies, technologies, and trends for virtual teams and remote collaboration. Thanks to Jim McNeill for joining us as our guests on the show.
If you missed the show you can listen in below or download the MP3 file.
Show # 6: Working Together While Apart
The increase in outsourcing and advances in communication technology have both forced and allowed many organizations to explore virtual teamwork; while new to some, freelancers and artists are accustomed to working this way. Joined by artist and freelance graphic designer Jim McNeill, we discuss the challenges and benefits of virtual teams and collaborating across distance.
Here’s what we covered:
- In the News:
- Happy 25th Birthday to the PC – boy have things changed!
- Flight delays and new rules for carry on when traveling internationally – Are there other ways you can meet and collaborate without travel?
- Top 5 Virtual Team Tips: From our book 2-Minute Virtual Team Tips. You can also download a free tip book on our resource page.
- Our Guest: Jim McNeill, Artist and Freelance Graphic Designer. Be sure to check out the Jimplex (for some fun Flash animations) and find out more about these tessellations. Jim has been sharing his talent with us for years and is responsible for almost all our logos including The Anywhere Office, You Can Work From Anywhere, and MusicIsland.
Other Resources (including some things we mentioned in our Top 5 Virtual Team Tips):
- Online Virtual Offices and Shared Workplaces:
- Webex Weboffice – One of the best web based virtual offices and the one we use to keep everyone on the same page.
- Yahoo Groups – Looking for a free alternative? While not nearly as full featured as the Webex solution Yahoo groups are another way to keep your group or team connected.
- Free Conference Call Services:
(for real time discussions, meetings, and brainstorming)- FreeConferenceCall.com – up to 96 people on a call and free call recording – WOW!
- FreeConference.com
- Mr. Conference
- Ze Frank on communicating via email – the always irreverant zefrank with a lesson on email communication
To listen to the show you can use the flash player below or download the MP3 file. Use the PLAY IN POPUP link below if you want to use our flash player and roam the web while listening.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 54:45 — 12.5MB)
Show #4: Work is something you do, not some place you go
August 3, 2006 by Phil Montero · Leave a Comment
This week we took a look at pros, cons, and tips for working in a home office. Thanks to Jeff Zbar and Andy Simon for joining us as our guests on the show.
If you missed the show you can listen in below or download the MP3 file.
Show # 4: Work is something you do, not some place you go
Joined by musician and freelance audio engineer Andy Simon and Chief Home Officer Jeff Zbar, we will tackle the pros, cons, what fors and how tos of setting up and thriving in a home office. Whether you’re a solo professional, freelancer, telecommuter, day extender, or just someone who has a dedicated workspace at home – you don’t want to miss this broadcast!
Here’s what we covered:
- Top 5 Home Office Tips: From our book 2-Minute Home Office Tips. You can also download a free tip book on our resource page.
- Website Spotlight: Stetch and excercise with MyDailyYoga.com
- Tech Talk: Programs and services to share large files with others
- IM programs like Yahoo Messenger, MSN Messenger, or AOL Instant Messenger
- YouSendIt.com
- Avvenu
- Pando
- Our Guests:
- Jeff Zbar the “Chief Home Officer” – Journalist, Author, Speaker, and Consultant
- Andy Simon – Musician and freelance audio engineer
- Music: Music leading into breaks “Don’t Know Where I’m Going” compliments of Andy Simon
To listen to the show you can use the flash player below or download the MP3 file. Use the PLAY IN POPUP link below if you want to use our flash player and roam the web while listening.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 47:25 — 10.9MB)
Whitepaper on Remote Access and Business Continuity
July 27, 2006 by Phil Montero · Leave a Comment
On this weeks radio show we talked about business continuity and the role that remote access can play in organizations being prepared for workplace disruptions. Citrix Online (makers of GoToMyPC) was kind enough to supply us with a whitepaper they have written titled “Business Continuity: Managing a Workforce Disruption with Remote Access”
Here is a summary:
Although no one can say with certainty whether an avian influenza pandemic will occur, business continuity experts and government agencies stress the importance of preparing now. While most companies have focused much planning effort on protecting systems and workplace assets in the event of a loss of power or server failure, many haven’t planned how employees will continue working if they are confined at home for extended periods.
This paper describes how you can complete the missing part of your business continuity plans by using remote access to provide employees with access to information and resources during an unexpected disruption. Remote access, when planned properly, can reduce the risks to your business during a workforce disruption.
You can download the full whitepaper below.
E-Book PDF: Open in New Window | Download (88.3KB)
Show #3: Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail
July 26, 2006 by Phil Montero · 5 Comments
This week we took a look at the differences between business continuity and disaster recovery as well as some strategies and technology to help you and your organization prepare. Thanks to Brian Donahoo from Citrix Online for joining us as our guest on the show.
If you missed the show you can listen in below or download the MP3 file.
Show # 3: Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail (Business Continuity in the Changing World of Work)
There are many potential obstacles that can interrupt a company’s ability to do business as usual: inclement weather, natural disasters, special events, transit strikes, and skyrocketing transportation costs just to name a few. Phil and Jason talk with Brian Donahoo of Citrix Online, makers of GoToMyPC and GoToMeeting, to explore how aspects of the digital lifestyle can address and overcome these obstacles. As the Zen proverb says . . . The obstacle is the path.
Here’s what we covered:
- News: VOIP makes phone system hurricane-resistant
- Tech Talk: Automating Backups (Second Copy and iBackup)
- Guests: Brian Donahoo, Vice President of Products and Services, Citrix Online
- Music: Music leading into breaks “Don’t Know Where I’m Going” compliments of Andy Simon
To listen to the show you can use the flash player below, download the MP3 file, or use one of the links for your preferred format:
- Listen with Windows Media Player
- Listen with Real Player
- Use the PLAY IN POPUP link below if you want to use our flash player and roam the web while listening.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 49:12 — 11.3MB)
Show #1: What is the Anywhere Office?
July 12, 2006 by Phil Montero · 20 Comments
Thanks to everyone who joined us for our first broadcast. We had a great time and appreciate everyone that called in to wish us well and participate. We got some excellent feedback and look forward to learning all the ins and outs of this live radio thing. Also thanks to everyone that called in, especially Chuck Wilsker of the Telework Coalition.
If you missed the show you can listen in below or download the MP3 file. Use the links on the right to subscribe via iTunes or your favorite blog/podcasting software. We’ve also added some links on the right side of this page to our favorite sites and some fun stuff to explore if you’re killing time.
Show # 1: What is the Anywhere Office?
We kick off our first show with a look at the concepts of “The Anywhere Office”. You’ll learn about our dynamic backgrounds, our descent into madness, and our discovery of the fundamental ideas of a more flexible philosophy of working and living. Tune in and you might be surprised to find out how deep the rabbit-hole goes.
Resources Mentioned in this show:
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 51:28 — 11.8MB)
