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Confessions Of An IT Manager

Confessions Of An IT Manager

By Joe Russell

Welcome to Confessions of an IT Manager where we talk about anything related to IT from humorous moments, past entertaining stories, to the current world of IT and Cyber Security. Ask questions, learn, laugh, and have fun on this adventure together!
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Episode 30! - How-To Move a Virtual Disk in VMware

Confessions Of An IT ManagerJun 12, 2019

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Episode 30! - How-To Move a Virtual Disk in VMware

Episode 30! - How-To Move a Virtual Disk in VMware

In this episode we run through a how-to on moving a virtual disk from one virtual server to another. This is important for file sever upgrades and migrations.
Jun 12, 201914:15
Episode 29 - Learn from Cyber Attacks

Episode 29 - Learn from Cyber Attacks

In this episode we talk about two cyber attacks I have experienced and what we can learn from them.
May 16, 201912:05
Episode 28 - Network Traffic and Anxiety

Episode 28 - Network Traffic and Anxiety

On this episode we talk about looking in to network traffic to weed out bad things and dealing with anxiety in your life and work.
Apr 08, 201913:54
Episode 27 - IC3 and Working Remotely

Episode 27 - IC3 and Working Remotely

In this episode we talk about filing complaints with the FBI's Internet Crimes Complaint Center (IC3.gov) and the benefits of working from home.
Feb 25, 201908:32
Episode 26 - More Cyber Security Resources and Server Room Cooling

Episode 26 - More Cyber Security Resources and Server Room Cooling

In this episode we give you more Cyber Security Resources and talk about proper cooling for your server room and server racks.
Jan 28, 201915:45
Episode 25 - New Year

Episode 25 - New Year

In this episode we talk about knowing your environment and what not to do when working at customer locations.
Jan 03, 201910:53
Episode 24 - War Stories

Episode 24 - War Stories

In this episode you get a behind the scenes look at some of the daily human issues IT Pro's deal with.
Dec 05, 201818:15
Episode 23 - Group Policy and Active Directory Management

Episode 23 - Group Policy and Active Directory Management

In this episode we cover a couple of quick basic tips for managing your Group Policies and Active Directory.
Nov 28, 201809:23
Episode 22 - Scary IT Day CSAM Week 5

Episode 22 - Scary IT Day CSAM Week 5

In the last episode of Cyber Security Awareness Month we talk about the latest scariest hacks and attacks in the Cyber world. This week we talk about bugging the office using a printer (and transmitting the data out over radio waves), the USB Ninja Cable attack, and a doll you shouldn't have under your Christmas tree.
Oct 31, 201812:08
Episode 21 - CSAM Week 4

Episode 21 - CSAM Week 4

In this episode we talk about the latest and newest viruses/attacks, what's on the rise and how to protect ourselves.
Oct 24, 201810:16
Episode 20 - CSAM Week 3

Episode 20 - CSAM Week 3

In week 3 of Cyber Security Awareness Month we talk about Social Media Scams and How to Lock Down Our Public Information.
Oct 17, 201814:32
Episode 19 - CSAM Week 2

Episode 19 - CSAM Week 2

In week 2 of CSAM we talk about Phishing and Vishing, and Smishing... And we mess with a scammer.
Oct 10, 201818:59
Episode 18 - CSAM Week 1

Episode 18 - CSAM Week 1

In this episode we talk about password security and mobile device security for Cyber Security Awareness Month Week 1.
Oct 03, 201813:04
Episode 17 - Intro to Cyber Security Awareness Month
Oct 01, 201811:40
Episode 16 - Passwords and Redundancy

Episode 16 - Passwords and Redundancy

Welcome! In this episode we talk a little bit about passwords and redundancy in systems on your network.
Sep 19, 201812:02
Episode 15 - Goal Setting and Message to the Bosses 2

Episode 15 - Goal Setting and Message to the Bosses 2

Hello everyone! In this short episode we talk about setting goals in IT and have a second message to the bosses.
Sep 12, 201806:27
Episode 14 - Outside Vendors and a Message to the Bosses

Episode 14 - Outside Vendors and a Message to the Bosses

In this episode we talk more about building relationships with outside vendors and have a message to all the bosses.
Aug 28, 201812:06
Episode 13 - Maintenance Windows

Episode 13 - Maintenance Windows

In this short episode we talk about maintenence windows for your servers and networks, and finish it off with some encouragement.
Aug 13, 201808:06
Episode 12 - Managing a Network on the Go and Being Proactive

Episode 12 - Managing a Network on the Go and Being Proactive

Hello everyone! Sorry for the long delay in episodes! In this one we talk about making your lives easier by managing and network on the go and being proactive!
Aug 10, 201814:04
Episode 11 - Building A Network

Episode 11 - Building A Network

In today's episode we talk about building a new network from the ground up. And Happy SysAdmin Day to everyone!
Jul 26, 201815:57
Episode 10 - Disaster Planning Reminder and Cyber Security Training

Episode 10 - Disaster Planning Reminder and Cyber Security Training

In this episode we talk about a good reminder for planning for disasters. We also talk about cyber security training for your staff.
Jul 20, 201812:34
Episode 9 - Service Providers and Career Growth

Episode 9 - Service Providers and Career Growth

In this episode we talk about handling multiple service providers and growing in your career even though someone tries to hold you back.
Jul 12, 201811:13
Episode 8 - Spoke Help Desk and Getting an IT Job

Episode 8 - Spoke Help Desk and Getting an IT Job

In this episode we review the Spoke IT Help Desk and talk about tips to help you as you job search to start your career in IT.
Jul 03, 201813:21
Episode 7 - Scams and Network Hardware

Episode 7 - Scams and Network Hardware

In this episode we talk about some scams and some basics about network hardware.
Jun 21, 201813:15
Episode 6 - Planning For The Worst

Episode 6 - Planning For The Worst

In this episode we talk about planning for the worst and another important IT Life Lesson.
Jun 15, 201809:10
Episode 5 - Bad Days and Noobs

Episode 5 - Bad Days and Noobs

Episode 5 of Confessions of an IT Manager, in this episode we talk about bad days in IT and how to deal with them. Then we move on to talk to anyone new in IT or who is wanting to start in IT with career advice and support.
Jun 05, 201814:52
New Cyber Threat Warning

New Cyber Threat Warning

Not a regularly scheduled episode, but a warning and heads up about the latest cyber threat affecting home grade and small business routers and modems. As well as what to do to protect yourself.
May 31, 201802:46
Episode 4 - Backups and Stress

Episode 4 - Backups and Stress

In this episode we talk about backups for your environment and servers as well as some suggestions and talk about dealing with stress in IT.
May 30, 201810:12
Episode 3 - Stolen Laptops

Episode 3 - Stolen Laptops

In this episode we'll talk about some ideas on what to do and how to plan for a laptop/tablet being stolen.
May 16, 201810:11
Episode 2 - Customer Service

Episode 2 - Customer Service

This episode is about customer service, deviloping skills to help relieve the tension in the IT world, and how to make everyone's IT lives better at work.
May 14, 201807:24
Confessions of an IT Manager - Pilot Episode

Confessions of an IT Manager - Pilot Episode

The first episode of Confessions of an IT Manager, where we will talk about all things IT. We will have comical stories, tips and tricks, discuss latest trends, and more! This first episode is brief and just an intro.
May 01, 201806:38