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Policies and Procedures

IT support can sometimes be very frustrating.  A new problem appears and it can take a lot of research, testing and mental gnashing of teeth to finally fix it. Stop before you just walk away (patting yourself on the back … Continue reading

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What Does IT Really Do?

So you’ve just started your first IT Manager position.  As in most things, your mother will ask you what your job does. Let’s assume that your first management position is not managing the IT function of a Fortune 500 company.  … Continue reading

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Get Out!

So you’ve started your first job as an IT manager.  Congratulations!!  Now, what’s my first piece of advice for a new IT manager?  Get Out of Your Office! Don’t permanently sit inside the IT area or the server room and … Continue reading

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IT Manager 101

I have had the opportunity to manage the IT function at five different companies.  In four of those companies, I was the first IT manager that they had ever hired. Like everyone who will admit the truth, I haven’t been … Continue reading

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