New Rules for Humans - Part Two
This is the second of our two-part series commenting on Wired magazine's "new rules for highly evolved humans". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 24, 2009•26 min
Talent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera
Modern teams aren't restricted by physical proximity, and leaders will look everywhere for the best people to work together to achieve their goals. Their teams have full-time people and part-time people, in-office people and telecommuters, permanent staff and contractors, freelancers and salaried employees - and everybody else who fits.
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New Rules for Humans - Part One
Wired magazine recently published its "new rules for highly evolved humans". We like some and hate some - so listen to our take. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11, 2009•22 min
We Love Google
Google is the world's most popular search engine. But there's a lot more to Google than just searching. In this episode, Chris and Gihan share their top 10 Google tools. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 21, 2009•30 min
On-Line Music
If you're new to the world of getting music on-line rather than buying it on CD, listen to this podcast, which describes the current state of play with on-line music, both for purchase and free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 06, 2009•31 min
Are You The Weakest Link?
Despite all the high-profile stories of viruses, scams and online security problems, technology really has improved our online security. But has it made our online lives safer? Maybe not, because now people are the weakest link in the security chain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 23, 2009•24 min
The Internet Road Warrior
How easy is it to travel away from home and still do "business as usual"? Gihan did this in June with a month in Prague. Find out how he used the Internet to make it work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 10, 2009•34 min
Web Search Upstarts
Many search engines have tried to knock Google off its perch as the clear leader in the search engine market. Most have failed, but two newcomers - Wolfram Alpha and Bing - might be giving it a run for its money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 26, 2009•22 min
Technology Flops
Chris and Gihan review a list of technologies that promised big things, but failed to deliver on those promises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 11, 2009•31 min
All A Twitter
Twitter is the latest Internet craze, but not everybody's convinced it's worthwhile - especially in your professional life. Join Gihan and Chris as they explain what it is, how it works and how to get the most out of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 29, 2009•34 min
The National Broadband Network
Will the Government's $43 billion project be money well spent? We discuss the pros and cons of the National Broadband Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 11, 2009•19 min
Free is the New Business Model
Web 2.0 takes publishing out of the hands of a few and puts it in the hands of the many. Is everything that's any good now free, and is everything that's free any good? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2009•35 min
Open Access
Although some government information is still clouded in secrecy, governments ARE increasingly using the Internet to give citizens more open access to some of their data. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 02, 2009•22 min
The Wild Web - Regulating the Internet
Government regulators are fighting a losing battle to gain control of online content and activities. How do you give people the freedom to express themselves while still protecting the rights of others? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 16, 2009•21 min
Cloud Computing
With more mobile Internet access, there are advantages to keep your software, services and data in the "cloud" - i.e. on the Internet - rather than on your own hard disk. But this also presents risks and challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 25, 2009•31 min
The Digital Economy - Are They Serious?
The Australian Government and the new USA White House administration have both launched initiatives claiming to get in touch with their citizens via the Internet. But are they serious, or is it just window dressing for political purposes? Gihan and Chris discuss the pros and cons of the two governments' approaches so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 04, 2009•23 min
Predictions for 2009
Microblogging, crowdsourcing and online gaming - just three of the ten fearless predictions Gihan Perera and Chris Pudney make for 2009. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 16, 2009•33 min
Red Faces
It's the Silly Season, so be careful what you do! With camera phones, YouTube, Facebook and online communities, it's easier than ever for your most embarrassing moments to spread like wildfire on the Internet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 05, 2008•23 min
Will Australia Censor the Internet (even more)?
The Australian Government is considering a controversial proposal to (further) censor the Internet for Australian Internet users. It's controversial because it's unworkable, ineffective and likely to cause more problems than it solves. Find out more about the issue as Chris and Gihan discuss both the technology and the politics behind the proposal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 20, 2008•28 min
Think Local
Any time you use the Internet, you have to remember we live in an international community. Some Web sites cater for international users; others don't. In this podcast, Chris and Gihan talk about internationalisation (or should that be internationalization) on the Internet, and what you have to know to enhance your on-line experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 04, 2008•25 min
Contributing to Online Forums
It's in your best interests - as well as the interests of the group - to participate actively in online forums related to your expertise. Gihan and Chris discuss the do's and don'ts of taking part in on-line discussion groups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 20, 2008•24 min
Tapping Into Online Forums
Online forums can be a rich source of knowledge and expertise. In this podcast, Chris and Gihan discuss the benefits of forums, how to find them and how to evaluate the advice you get from forum members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 18, 2008•27 min
Phone a Friend - or Ask the Audience
In school, it's generally called cheating; but after school, it's allowed - and extremely valuable - to ask experts for advice. Chris and Gihan discuss how to tap into individual and collective expertise on-line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 05, 2008•20 min
Comparison Shopping Online
One of the reasons that Internet business is booming is because of sophisticated online shopping comparison Web sites, that help consumers find the best bargains. In this issue, Chris and Gihan talk about the pros and cons of using these shopping comparison sites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 21, 2008•29 min
Free Phone Calls - Skype and VoIP
Since its debut in 2002, Skype has changed the face of the Internet and the telephone system. But there's more to Skype than just free phone calls. Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera explore some of the other features - and even the dangers - of Skype and other Internet telephone technology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 07, 2008•26 min
Find Your Market
How do you find profitable, responsive markets on the Internet? Most experts over-estimate their knowledge of what their customers want. In this episode, Chris and Gihan talk about simple, practical market research you can do before you invest time in new products and services. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 24, 2008•27 min
There's a Market for Everything
A Perth man recently sold his life on the on-line auction site eBay. Which just goes to show that there's probably a market for everything on the Internet! In this podcast, we show you how to do simple market research to discover the price people are willing to pay for your products on-line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 03, 2008•23 min
Think Before You Write
It's easy to type and send a quick e-mail message without putting much thought into it. But have you considered that everything you e-mail may be recorded and used in evidence against you. In this podcast, Chris and Gihan talk about the importance of thinking carefully before starting to write, let alone before you press Send! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 12, 2008•26 min
Music on the Web
Chris has a large music collection, and for many years has used the Internet to help him build his collection. In this podcast, we talk about how he has used various music sites over the last 10 years, and how he also created a Web 2.0-like music community long before the phrase Web 2.0 came into being. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 29, 2008•27 min
The Wisdom of Crowds
Internet communities can be valuable sources of insight, ideas and information. Gihan and Chris discuss how to make the use of the "wisdom of crowds" in making better decisions, choosing providers and discovering new and interesting opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 15, 2008•26 min
Focal Point - Always On
How do you manage your time and maintain your sanity in today's "Always on, always connected" world? Gihan and Chris talk about three broad principles that you can apply to your own unique circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 01, 2008•31 min
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