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516 days ago

The Microsoft Community Demo Comp is making a splash within the community with several demo's already registered for the competition. There are some fantastic prizes to be won including a ticket to TechEd 2009 in Los Angeles and the opportunity to present your demo LIVE at TechEd 2008 in Sydney. We've already seen some great demo's submitted covering each of the launch technologies (Windows Server, SQL Server and Visual Studio 2008) - all of which can be viewed on the Heroes Happen 2008 site You can also check out Microsoft's Evangelist Manager, Rog42 as he goes through some tips on how to load your demo onto the site and register it online. Entries close July 31st so start preparing your demo today and present it to your community group - it's easy - and you will be in the running for some amazing prizes! For a full list of entry details, prizes and demos submitted, click here

A good read

525 days ago

International Social Media Research Wave 3 I found this a is a pretty interesting study by Universal McCann on the Social Media Landscape. It takes a global view and highlights some key variances in the social media participation and awareness rate over the past few years.

Gen Why?

555 days ago

So lately I have been doing some research into the so called 'truth' about Gen Y's and the incredible way they (I guess i should say 'we') are impacting so many facets of the world today. In some respects i was overwhelmed with just how much discussion was out there, more often than not, complaining about the challenges faced with this so called lazy, self-concerned generation. Numerous times the words, challenge, deal, brats, lazy, demanding, restless (just to name a few) were evident. So what is framing these ideas of Gen Y's, and why we seen by so many as difficult to embrace? There is much consensus that Gen Y have a very different expectation of work than their baby boomer friends. If you consider this list of 'how to keep Gen Y happy' i guess i can understand why Baby Boomers find us so difficult to adapt to...(or could it be they are just jealous of the flexibility that Gen Y's now demand :) ) Flexible work schedules Work/life balance Fun team culture ...

Little Feet Taking Big Steps - The Stillbirth Ball 2008

555 days ago

Last night myself and another friend from Microsoft, Michelle, volunteered to help with the Stillbirth Ball . This was held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney. When we arrived the ballroom looked absolutely amazing, with a live band and Jay Laga'aia on stage to MC the night. We volunteered without really knowing what to expect or what we would be required to do, but when we arrived at the event, we knew that it was going to be a fun and enjoyable night. Michelle and i were 'Stillbirth Stars' for the evening - responsible for driving raffle ticket sales, helping out with the live auction and selling 'Stella' Bears. The Stella Bears were adorable, and guests had the option of purchasing one to take home or give as a gift, or donating them to hospitals around Australia. All Stella Bears that were donated will be given to grieving families who have lost a baby to ensure they have something to take home from the hospital. The guests had a great time, and happily ...

What I've been up to

562 days ago

So i know i have been fairly quiet on my blog recently.....i feel like i've been around the world and back again (well to NZ but it's in the right direction :) ). I have been spending some time seriously thinking about what experiences i want to gain over the next few months, and planning for when my internship ends in November this year. Six months has already flown by so quickly, so i know i need to make the most of the remaining few months. My NZ Experience I recently went over to the New Zealand Microsoft sub, in pursuit of securing a graduate role in product marketing. I had the most amazing experience, and whilst things didn't exactly go to plan, i made some valuable connections with the marketing team and developed some much needed interview/application skills. I dragged my brother along with me and we had a lovely few days exploring Auckland. We also hired a car and managed to navigate our way for three hours to Rotorua to check out the thermal springs and ...