Dark Humors of IT

Katie Laabs
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Dedicated to IT professionals and enthusiasts to share updates on the industry. Light and meaningful conversation to achieve forthright and transparent results.

Episodes

  1. Most Commonly Talked About Pain Points

    03/25/2021

    Most Commonly Talked About Pain Points

    Running a business is a completely different story over running a successful one. In today’s episode, we talk about common pain points that all businesses endure, reasons for failure, and the commonly overlooked issues that your business might be facing. If you have questions or suggested topics next time, feel free to comment down below. You may also find more episodes at consulitex.com/podcast.

    16 min
  2. Software Implementation, Life Cycle, Process, & Tips

    03/04/2021

    Software Implementation, Life Cycle, Process, & Tips

    Software Implementation is a lengthy and costly process which makes it crucial that you plan and prepare the what, where, when, and how. In today’s episode, we’re going to cover implementation, process methodologies, and tips for overall success! For more in depth on today's topics, check out our blog!  https://consulitex.com/blogs/

    24 min

  3. 02/25/2021

    SOFTWARE, WHEN IS IT TIME TO CALL IT QUITS & UPGRADE

    Did you know that running your business on unsupportable software and hardware systems is costing you more money to maintain than it is to replace or upgrade? In today’s episode, we will be talking about some valuable questions to address when considering the idea of upgrading or keeping your current system. Visit Dark Humors of IT podcast on my website, consulitex.com/podcast

    13 min
  4. PROCESS EVALUATION & WHY IT'S IMPORTANT

    02/11/2021

    PROCESS EVALUATION & WHY IT'S IMPORTANT

    Business Process Management (BPM) is a management approach for automated and non-automated business processes.   For most business owners, this topic may feel too technical but I’ve tried my best to explain this in the simplest way I can, so I hope that this episode will give you the information you need to be able to create sound decisions in the future.   For now, what you need to know are the benefits of BPM Increased Productivity Remaining Competitive Easier to Retain Customers Improving Safety, Security, and Compliance Given those benefits, I’ll be able to keep you interested until the end.    For more technology topics like these, you may visit Dark Humors of IT podcast on Spotify: http://bit.ly/businessmanagementprocess or via my website, consulitex.com/podcast

    18 min
  5. Data Governance and Policies: What They Are and Why They’re Important?

    01/14/2021

    Data Governance and Policies: What They Are and Why They’re Important?

    Most business owners are scared to learn technology. In fact, I can count on my fingers the very few ones who are interested to learn more so they can take advantage of it. In this episode, we will talk about data governance and policies, what they are and why they’re important. In this podcast, I discussed the following:  Types of database management systems that you should know Main root causes of common issues Quality and dirty data and Tasks that needs to be routinely performed for a healthier database Join me as we unravel some “technology mysteries” so you can appreciate what they can do, and hopefully start making friends with them. You can check out more episodes at consulitex.com/podcast Feel free to comment down below any questions or suggestions, too! If you are looking for some advice on how you can save up man hours, operational costs and check up on areas that can be improved in your company, you may book a FREE call here: consulitex.com/calendar. You may also find it at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F0caSpx6P0YOqV_SPyB8PiQ-FteZIxhEdXPIl5NP3fg/edit

    19 min
  6. Clean and Accurate Data and Why It's Important

    01/01/2021

    Clean and Accurate Data and Why It's Important

    Clean and accurate reporting is important in any business, but most entrepreneurs are missing some points about it so I'm going to guide you on the following:    1. misconceptions  2. bottom line on over reporting  3. manual manipulation vs automation   4. costs   5. which reports are an absolute must   We all know that performing analysis on any business is crucial to keep the ship running regardless of industry or size. Data is there to exactly show how a business is doing, what is working and what is not. In this episode, I will walk you through it's proper creation and usage.    If you have questions or suggested topic next time, feel free to comment down below.  You may also find more episodes at consulitex.com/podcast.

    27 min
  7. Training: The Do's, Dont's, and The Must Haves

    12/17/2020

    Training: The Do's, Dont's, and The Must Haves

    Training of employees takes place after orientation takes place.    Let's listen as we learn about Training - The DO’s, DON’T’s, and the MUST HAVES. Why is it important, and how to determine the value of the trainings you currently have in place.   Training is the way toward up-skilling, knowledge, and capabilities of employees for making a specific job. It's process shapes the thinking of employees and leads to the quality performance of employees. It is ceaseless and endless in nature.    Also, Training has a vital role in the organizational development and achievement of a company or business. Having your employees trained is fruitful to both you as employers and them as employees of an organization. An employee will turn out to be more effective and gainful if he/she is trained well.    Notwithstanding the expense of training for employees, the degree of profitability (return of investment) is huge in the event that it is consistent.   If you have questions on today’s episode, feel free to comment down below and I would try my best to answer you the quickest time possible.  See you in my next episode! You may also check out my other episodes at my website, https://consulitex.com/podcast-dark-humors-of-it/  If you have questions for today's episode, feel free to comment down below and I would try my best to answer you the quickest time possible.   See you in my next episode!

    27 min
  8. Hiring an employee vs a consultant

    11/19/2020

    Hiring an employee vs a consultant

    Catch us with another Dark Humors Podcast as I share some insights about hiring an employee vs a consultant.    If you are mindful about an employee's cost but if feeling the need for somebody that you can call at anytime there is an IT-related issue, you might want to think about hiring a consultant either on a retainer or on-demand basis.    Find out how it works, the cost or savings and other benefits of knowing your options without ripping off your budget.    You may also check out my other episodes at my website, https://consulitex.com/podcast-dark-humors-of-it/  If you have questions, feel free to comment down below and I would try my best to answer you the quickest time possible.   See you on my next episode!

    20 min
  9. Why do you need an IT consultant?

    10/30/2020

    Why do you need an IT consultant?

    A Dark Humors of IT's Pilot Podcast Episode will talk about IT and how it can be beneficial even for small companies to medium-sized companies.  Let's listen as we learn how the IT industry that we used to know deserves a second look and a fresh eye.  Katie Laabs, founder and principal consultant of ConsulITex delivers goal-oriented Software Consulting, Pivotal Reporting & Analytics, and Comprehensive Process & Planning to small and medium-sized business owners.  She believes that there is no “one-size-fits-all” kind of service because every business varies depending on goals, company size, and status, giving birth to multiple channels to reach and give value to more audiences.  The Dark Humors of IT is a podcast she dedicated to  IT professionals and enthusiasts to share updates on the industry, share light and meaningful conversations to break the normal techie stuff. Learn more and tune in to our pilot episode.

    10 min
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Dedicated to IT professionals and enthusiasts to share updates on the industry. Light and meaningful conversation to achieve forthright and transparent results.

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  • Creator
    Katie Laabs
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Katie Laabs