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Have You Done it Yet?

http://www.writingusecases.com is where BA’s have been going to find out what type of BA they are, and the best way for them to approach the BA job. Over 200 people have taken the ReStart Profiler Quiz so far, and the … Continue reading

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Do you know your BA type?

We all know that different BA’s approach doing things in different ways. Some like to watch first before trying something, others are great at making plans, someone else is best at mitigating risk, another person is great at visualizing, while … Continue reading

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New BA Video Tips

http://www.youtube.com/user/Wyyzzk I have set up a video channel for Business Analyst tips on YouTube. There are 15 videos there at present including: 5 steps to better use cases – parts 1 and 2 Business rules versus Technical Constraints Use Stories … Continue reading

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Tips for BA’s: Thinking about your Career

In the early part of each year, I often get a flurry of people writing to me to ask for career advice. I get questions such as: Is Business Analyst a good career? Which job is better, XXX or Business … Continue reading

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Wyyzzk now IIBA EEP

I can now offer you classes with certification credits! Fundamentals of Business Analysis earns you 30 PD credits for initial certification or 30 CDU credits for re-certification. The next public class starts 31 January 2011.  Information about that class is … Continue reading

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Becoming a Business Analyst

Author: Geri Schneider Winters Many people contact me because they want to be a Business Analyst. They are often in another job currently and want to change roles. They want to know “What do I need to do to be … Continue reading

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Tips for BAs: Changing Jobs Inside Your Company

Author: Geri Schneider Winters You want to find a new job, but you do not want to leave your company. You know the job you want to do, but are having a hard time convincing someone to let you do … Continue reading

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Tips for BAs: Resume Hints

Author: Geri Schneider Winters You need a resume when applying for a professional position such as Business Analyst. You do not have to list every possible job you have ever held in your resume. Rather, focus on the jobs that … Continue reading

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Tips for BAs: An Outline of a Cover Letter

Author: Geri Schneider Winters You need a cover letter for each job you apply for. The cover letter may be completely customized, or it might be the same letter with different headers. At the very least, your cover letter should … Continue reading

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Tips for BAs: Direct Marketing for an Outside Job

Author: Geri Schneider Winters You want to find a Business Analyst position and do not want to stay at your current company. Maybe you are changing careers and are not finding success in sending a resume to a Human Resources … Continue reading

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