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Exploring some options for moving to a smaller instance. Stay posted!

Exploring some options for moving to a smaller instance. Stay posted!

Traveling today, I saw a bunch of "End Road Construction" signs that didn't appear to be tried to a construction site.Now...

Traveling today, I saw a bunch of "End Road Construction" signs that didn't appear to be tried to a construction site.

Now I'm beginning to wonder if they were some kind of protest...

And if anyone's curious, I have a lot of good things to say about Rocksmith. I played guitar before I had kids, but it was almost all...

And if anyone's curious, I have a lot of good things to say about Rocksmith. I played guitar before I had kids, but it was almost all chords and I skipped the solos and single-string plucking stuff because I always got lost trying to play along with music.

I bought Rocksmith 18 months ago to get back into playing, and I've gotten a lot better at all aspects of guitar. It's challenging, but has a well-designed learning curve. Still a long way to go, but better than I ever was before!

After I was laid off and going through interviews, one of my reprieves was firing up Rocksmith and jamming along on my guitar pretty much...

After I was laid off and going through interviews, one of my reprieves was firing up Rocksmith and jamming along on my guitar pretty much every day. It was a great way to break up the day, lose myself in the music, and build a skill.

When I started my current job 6 weeks ago, I threw myself into it and hadn't made the time for guitar. I did today for the first time since I started, and wow, does it feel like all synapses are firing!

Thinking of finding a smaller mastodon instance, but not sure where would make sense...Any suggestions?

Thinking of finding a smaller mastodon instance, but not sure where would make sense...

Any suggestions?

I'm not sure why, but it seems like all my boring packages get delivered without issue, but the ones I really look forward to end up...

I'm not sure why, but it seems like all my boring packages get delivered without issue, but the ones I really look forward to end up getting dropped off at my neighbors houses.

If anyone in my #ProductManagement circles is looking for a new gig, this is a passionate and mission-driven group that is hiring!I also...

If anyone in my #ProductManagement circles is looking for a new gig, this is a passionate and mission-driven group that is hiring!

I also happen to know that the hiring manager is pretty great to work for! (It's me!)

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3563416366/?refId=Vs1BFOMAQLCSIu%2BAgn02QQ%3D%3D&trackingId=Vs1BFOMAQLCSIu%2BAgn02QQ%3D%3D

This morning, I finished my first 10k in almost 6 years, and my first 10k race in nearly 9 years. Unlike the other times, when the distance...

This morning, I finished my first 10k in almost 6 years, and my first 10k race in nearly 9 years.

Unlike the other times, when the distance was part of my training for something else, I had to work up to it for this race. It wasn't fast (because it's a brutal, hilly course), but I finished it still feeling good!

A few weeks ago, I got to coach my son's rec basketball team to a championship in our town. For 6th graders, they really embraced the...

A few weeks ago, I got to coach my son's rec basketball team to a championship in our town. For 6th graders, they really embraced the way I wanted to play, and every one of the 9 boys hand in us winning.

Today, I got a "thank you" card from one of the players and his parents. Not gonna lie, but I got a little bit choked up. I consider it a privilege to be able to coach these boys as they become men, and it means a lot when they appreciate it. It's nice to know I'm making a difference.

While the trend of putting an entire novel before a recipe on the web is annoying, it's not nearly as frustrating as seeing a "make...

While the trend of putting an entire novel before a recipe on the web is annoying, it's not nearly as frustrating as seeing a "make X at home" article, where they say "all you need is..." and then follow it with a 20-step recipe that takes 3 focused days to make.

My co-workers and managers will tell you I'm a passionate, customer-driven, two-way communicator who defines clear product vision...

My co-workers and managers will tell you I'm a passionate, customer-driven, two-way communicator who defines clear product vision through broad technological knowledge and bringing order to the chaotic. I'll be a key asset for any organization looking to grow and develop their #ProductManagement practices.

I have extensive experience as a Product Management leader, having worked in #tech, #legal, #taxes, #supplyChain, #realEstate, #healthcare...

I have extensive experience as a Product Management leader, having worked in #tech, #legal, #taxes, #supplyChain, #realEstate, #healthcare and #research. I have worked with numerous products to define core customer value, re-evaluate and re-focus product-market fit, identify and execute on initiatives to grow addressable markets and partnerships, research and define new pricing approaches, and champion improved technology approaches while reducing costs.

Weird day today...first day not working after being impacted by #layoffs. Trying to take in a moment to breathe while I eye what comes next...

Weird day today...first day not working after being impacted by #layoffs. Trying to take in a moment to breathe while I eye what comes next for me...

While I look forward to seeing more teams, leagues, and reporters bring sports more natively to the fediverse, kudos to @sportsbots for...

While I look forward to seeing more teams, leagues, and reporters bring sports more natively to the fediverse, kudos to @sportsbots for helping to fill that gap in the interim.

Helps address something I've been missing on this platform.

Confession...I end up watching the OK GO Needing/Getting video probably once every 3-6 months.Besides being a great song, the creativity is...

Confession...

I end up watching the OK GO Needing/Getting video probably once every 3-6 months.

Besides being a great song, the creativity is astounding, not to mention the dedication and execution.

Just an inspiring work that also brings me joy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MejbOFk7H6c

3) Pop culture topics (movies, TV, music, sports, etc.) seem very underrepresented. It's awesome that the social justice and tech...

3) Pop culture topics (movies, TV, music, sports, etc.) seem very underrepresented. It's awesome that the social justice and tech reporters are here, but if that's all you've got, it can get bleak.

While I have high hopes for the fediverse, I get why some people aren't sticking around or joining in. It's almost in that uncanny valley of being familiar, but not quite right for what many people are searching for in a birdsite alternative.

I've seen several posts recently about user activity and retention on Mastadon. Some personal observations:1) Getting started is a bit...

I've seen several posts recently about user activity and retention on Mastadon. Some personal observations:

1) Getting started is a bit frustrating. People want it to be a 1:1 swap for birdsite, but there's a lot of people missing, so it feels like starting from scratch.

2) On most servers, the local and federated timelines are just firehoses. I want to open them up to explore, but I can hardly read a few words on a toot before the next 8 pop up. It's certainly overwhelming.

First workout of the new year to a solid Daft Punk ride in Peloton Lanebreak, which reminded me of this...

First workout of the new year to a solid Daft Punk ride in Peloton Lanebreak, which reminded me of this gem:

https://youtu.be/Hz6R4j8BypM

#HarderBetterFasterStronger
#EvilZug
#RiverCityRansom

Glass Onion (the Knives Out sequel) was a fun watch, scathingly sardonic, and looks like it was a blast to make. Seriously, just keep...

Glass Onion (the Knives Out sequel) was a fun watch, scathingly sardonic, and looks like it was a blast to make.

Seriously, just keep feeding me Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc and I'll be there.

A little about me:I am a veteran Product Manager (11+ years) and Product Management Leader (5+ years) who loves solving customer problems...

A little about me:

I am a veteran Product Manager (11+ years) and Product Management Leader (5+ years) who loves solving customer problems and developing new Product Managers. I've transformed several organizations in different domains to unlock their potential.

I'm a software developer by training, and but don't write production code anymore. Instead, I put more time and energy into coaching youth sports and enjoying music, either listening, playing guitar, or checking out concerts.