KettleKast: Recent Episodes
Matt Leathers
Business Focused Technology Consulting- Stories, advice and discussion on improving your tech function from experienced IT consultants. Discussions revolve around aligning IT with the business as a means to help the business scale and achieve success while making your IT team look like rockstars. Whether you are a business executive looking to take your organization to the next level or a job seeker looking to crush your interview for an IT position, this show has something for you!
Episode 12: Drive or Be Driven #6 - Putting It All Together
From the series: Drive or be Driven: How to manage Your Career Like a Consultant
Today we discuss how to take the advice from the last few episodes in this series and apply it towards non-consulting careers.
Head to this episode’s show page to leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode
Blog
More about usLinkedIn: @Kettle
Twitter: @KettleCG
Instagram: @kettlekast
Episode 11: Drive or Be Driven #5: Stop Overpromising and Underdelivering
From the series: Drive or be Driven: How to manage Your Career Like a Consultant
We are back and we are still breaking down the top three common career mistakes discussed in Episode 8.
In this episode we talk about a frustrating mistake to all parties. Overpromising and underdelivering. Listen in for tips on managing and exceeding expectations.
Head to this episode’s show page to leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode
Blog
More about usLinkedIn: @Kettle
Twitter: @KettleCG
Instagram: @kettlekast
Episode 10: Drive or Be Driven #4: How to Manage Your Career Like a Consultant- Clarifying Unclear Problems
From the series: Drive or be Driven: How to manage Your Career Like a Consultant
We are back and we are still breaking down the top three common career mistakes discussed in Episode 8.
This episode focuses on clarifying unclear problems.
Whether you are a consultant or looking to get ahead in your career or current positions, these tips are super helpful. I
f you have ever struggled with miscommunication, or wasted time on projects only to find out they were not up to expectations, this episode is for you.
Learn how to draw from your own past experiences and apply knowledge to hard to solve problems.
Head to this episode’s show page to leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode
Blog
Out site: More about us
LinkedIn: @Kettle
Twitter: @KettleCG
Instagram: @kettlekast
Episode 9: Drive or Be Driven #3: How to Manage Your Career Like a Consultant- Priorities
From the series: Drive or be Driven: How to manage Your Career Like a Consultant
For this episode and the next two consecutive episodes we are breaking down the top three common career mistakes discussed in Episode 8.
In this episode, we are digging into PRIORITIES. Rather than focusing on the negative effects of failing to set priorities, we are focusing on the positives that can come from properly setting priorities and how they can help strengthen your career!
Head to this episode’s show page to leave comments or ask questions.
Episode Page: This Episode
Blog: Blog
Out site: More about us
LinkedIn: @Kettle
Twitter: @KettleCG
Instagram: @kettlekast
Episode 8: Drive or Be Driven #2: How to Manage Your Career Like a Consultant- Common Mistakes
From the series: Drive or be Driven: How to manage Your Career Like a Consultant
Who is driving your career? Do you like where it's going?
Are you working a job or building a career?
Today we discuss common mistakes people make as well as come fixes and tips for building your own career.
Listen in to find out!
Head to this episode’s show page to leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode: https://www.kettlecg.com/post/drive-or-be-driven-podcast-2-common-mistakes-of-consultants
Blog: https://www.kettlecg.com/blog
All About Kettle: https://www.kettlecg.com/
@Kettle:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
Twitter: @KettleCG
Instagram: @KettleKast
Episode 7: Drive or Be Driven #1: Annual Review- Up or Out
From the series: Drive or be Driven: How to manage your career like a consultant
Today we are pivoting to a broader topic that is helpful for anyone no matter what position you hold, no matter what industry you are in.
Although we start the episode off discussing the rating scale and typical path of a traditional consultant, we quickly switch over to how you can self-evaluate and determine how you are best providing value to your organization.
Are you a:
Business Driver?
Value Creator?
Thought Leader?
How can your contributions to each category help you become a more valuable player in your field and help accelerate your career growth?
Listen in to find out!
Head to this episode’s show page to leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode: Kettle Blog
Blog: https://www.kettlecg.com/blog
LinkedIn: Kettle
Twitter: @KettleCG
Instagram: @kettlekast
More about us: https://www.kettlecg.com/
Episode 6: From the Cannabis Diaries
This episode is for retail, dispensaries, even restaurants or any customer facing business, regardless of industry.
Upgrading to shiny new technology platforms and services can be tempting, especially when sales people do their jobs well. Before you make the switch, listen to this for some warnings and advice on how to make the right choice and successfully implement your new solution.
In this episode we discuss:
- Risks to consider when switching or upgrading systems
- Customer Rewards Programs
- Security
- How to avoid making pointless investments
This Episode: https://www.kettlecg.com/post/podcast-from-the-cannabis-diaries-6
Blog: https://www.kettlecg.com/blog
More about us: https://www.kettlecg.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
Episode 4: From the Cannabis Diaries: No Regrets
Today we are discussing how to negotiate contracts with outsourced IT providers. We take a look at a few key areas that often result in unnecessary spend and poor ROI for clients. Before you end up in a bad deal listen in for some simple tips to avoid these mistakes!
Head over to our blog to read the accompanying blog post and leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode: https://www.kettlecg.com/post/from-the-cannabis-diaries-4-no-regrets
Blog: https://www.kettlecg.com/blog
More about us: https://www.kettlecg.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
Episode 5: From the Cannabis Diaries: Go With The Flow
In this episode we discuss the often missed preliminary steps to choosing new technology vendors, software and platforms. Before you jump straight into demos listen to this episode to avoid costly mistakes!
Head over to our blog to read the accompanying blog post and leave comments or ask questions.
This Episode: https://www.kettlecg.com/post/from-the-cannabis-diaries-5-go-with-the-flow
Blog: https://www.kettlecg.com/blog
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
More about us: https://www.kettlecg.com/
Building an internal IT Team versus outsourcing. Which is right for your business? This podcast accompanies the blog post "From The Cannabis Diaries #3: Build vs. Buy"
Head over to our blog to read the accompanying blog post and leave comments or ask questions.
https://www.kettlecg.com/post/from-the-cannabis-diaries-3-build-vs-buy
https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
https://www.kettlecg.com/
From the Cannabis Diaries- Hiring IT people in the cannabis space. Not just for Hiring Managers. Great tips for job seekers looking to smash their interview.
Head over to our blog to read the accompanying blog post and leave comments or ask questions.
https://www.kettlecg.com/post/from-the-cannabis-diaries-2-let-the-right-ones-in
https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
https://www.kettlecg.com/
Discussion about how regulatory uncertainty affects big players in the publicly traded cannabis space with an emphasis on the IT business unit.
Head over to our blog to read the accompanying blog post and leave comments or ask questions.
https://www.kettlecg.com/post/kettlekast-episode-1-from-the-cannabis-diaries-regulatory-uncertainty
https://www.linkedin.com/company/kettle-consulting-group
https://www.kettlecg.com/