Early Morning Byte: Monday, December 30, 2024

Don't Drop the Ball Before the Ball Drops 🪩

December 30, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

As we close out the year, this final EMB newsletter of 2024 is packed with insights to help you reflect, strategize, and prepare for the opportunities ahead. From leveraging AI for productivity gains to understanding the leadership traits that define success, we’re ending the year with topics that matter most to tech executives like yourself.

đź“Ś Key Headlines

  • Building Momentum with AI: A contributing CIO shares how incremental improvements drive lasting productivity, much like a championship-winning team. âšľ

  • Leadership Lessons for 2024: Explore the psychology and purpose behind effective leadership and how to cultivate growth in your organization.

  • Future-Focused Trends: Gartner’s Tech Radar lays out 30 transformative innovations set to redefine the coming year.

đź’ˇ Strategic Insights

P.S. Found us through a friend or stumbled upon us on socials? Subscribe here! đź’Ą

FEATUREDAI for Employee Productivity: Building Success Through Incremental Gains

In my 25+ years of IT leadership, I’ve observed that the most successful technological transformations often follow a pattern similar to building a championship baseball team. While everyone dreams of the game-changing grand slam, championships are won through consistent base hits, smart base running, and disciplined execution.

By Neil Morris, Contributing CIO ● Read More…

EXTRA BYTES

True leadership is not about wielding authority or being universally liked; it’s about aligning individual aspirations with shared goals, creating an environment where both the organization and its people can thrive.

MotoRad, a B2B manufacturer specializing in automotive products that has been trusted by industry customers around the world since 1958, is on the lookout for its next Chief Information Officer.

Gartner’s report explores 30 disruptive technologies categorized under four transformative themes: smart world, productivity revolution, privacy and transparency, and critical enablers, providing a roadmap for navigating the future.

Underperforming teams don't just drain resources—they silently erode profits, culture, and your competitive edge.

TRENDINGDaniel Klyuchnikov: How to Lead With Meaning

Leadership is more than a pursuit of status or success, it’s about purpose. In a recent talk, Daniel Klyuchnikov, a management consultant with over 20 years of leadership experience, explored how intrinsic purpose defines meaningful leadership and sustains long-term success.

By TNCR Staff ● Read More…

RESOURCE HUB

Staircase AI by Gainsight | Separate The Signal From The Noise

Get AI-powered insights on 100% of your customers—securely. Staircase AI by Gainsight captures every customer signal, uncovering risks and opportunities with SOC2 compliance, GDPR alignment, and ISO 42001-certified ethical AI. Seamlessly integrate with your existing tools and let AI do the heavy lifting.

CISA BULLETIN

The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency provides a summary of new vulnerabilities that have been recorded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Read the Latest Vulnerability Bulletin.

FEATURED OPPORTUNITY

Phillips Academy has selected CIO Partners to lead their search for the role of Chief Information and Technology Officer, located in the Andover, Massachusetts. Read More...

FROM OUR LIBRARY

SHARE THE BYTE

Share the Early Morning Byte & Get Cool Stuff!

Share your Unique Referral Link:

 

Your Referral Count:

Copyright ©

Notifications are important to maintain a community that Connects, Collaborates, and Contributes. If you need assistance changing your unsubscribe, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.