Make sure to take breaks, we can get very busy with career, development and life in general. Last week I decided to go up north and have some quiet time to recharge properly. There are many ways to recharge, staying home and switching off is another great option. If you are into travelling like me,… Continue reading Don’t forget to take a break
Author: Fatema El-Wakeel, PhD Research, MBA, CMA
Perfection is the enemy of Done
Always remember that Perfection is the enemy of Done. As Confucius said, “Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without"! Progress is so important, I usually follow the 80-20 rule. Equally sometimes 60-40 or 90-10 is enough. My point is, make sure to measure the Definition of Done for every task. Close your… Continue reading Perfection is the enemy of Done
The Art of Creating a Masterful Data Visualisation Story
Have you registered to IMA | Institute of Management Accountants Tech-Talk Mondays on the 12th of July yet? Ann Dzuranin and I will be speaking about the art of visualisation and storytelling in Analytics. Come and join us at 6pm UK time/1 pm EST time where we will be sharing our personal thoughts and experience! The registration link… Continue reading The Art of Creating a Masterful Data Visualisation Story
Have You Set July Goals Yet?
Setting monthly and weekly goals is so important, it helps you stay on track and understand if you need to do any changes to your yearly goals. Have you set your July goals yet? What is your top goal this month? #analyticsdrivenstrategy#success#analytics #agilemethodology #analyticsdrivenstrategy # #analytics #AnalyticsDrivenStrategy #Fatemaelwakeel #DataAnalytics #RPA #Robotics #DataScience #Modelling #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning… Continue reading Have You Set July Goals Yet?
Do You Use a Hook in Storytelling?
Do you use a hook in storytelling when bringing your stakeholders on board? In my last Analytics-Driven StrategyLinkedIn live, I had the pleasure of chatting with the one and only Matthew Luhn about the art of storytelling. He shared his thoughts based on his impressive story writing experience, he brought his 20-year Pixar storytelling expertise… Continue reading Do You Use a Hook in Storytelling?
The “Analytics-Driven Strategy” Podcast is Here!!!
Received so many requests to create an "Analytics-Driven Strategy" podcast, it was really flattering - thank you 🙂 Been working on this project for a while and it is finally out, the "Analytics-Driven Strategy" podcast is on 5 platforms now!!! You can listen to previous LinkedIn live episodes while driving, running or on the go.… Continue reading The “Analytics-Driven Strategy” Podcast is Here!!!
Content Thoughts!
It is Monday, the start of the week - Happy Monday! I am having a mega knowledge content creation this week, lots of projects and announcements. I have a question for you, how can I support you on your Analytics-Driven Strategy journey? Like, what topics do you want me to cover? What platforms do you… Continue reading Content Thoughts!
Global Board of Directors Learning
Currently attending the last Board of Directors meeting for this year, great strategic and insightful discussions as always. It has been an honour to serve on FY2021 IMA | Institute of Management Accountants Global Board of Directors and be part of the Governance Committee! Serving on the IMA Board allowed me to support members with education, add… Continue reading Global Board of Directors Learning
Agile vs. agile?
Had a couple of conversations about Agile Methodology today, sharing with you some thoughts here: - Big ‘A’ Agile: This is a method of project management, it was initially developed and used for software development but now used massively in Analytics and other business areas. It is known for its iterative method and being customer-focused with… Continue reading Agile vs. agile?
Why Be A Knowledge Volunteer?
Want to know why being a "Knowledge Volunteer" is so important?In my article "One Step Ahead" in the IMA | Institute of Management Accountants IMA Volunteering column, I share my experience on how volunteering has helped me support others and personally develop. For those who know me, you know how much of a "knowledge volunteer" I am.… Continue reading Why Be A Knowledge Volunteer?