Author Archives: Tricia Ransom

About Tricia Ransom

Patricia Ransom: wife, daughter, friend. Learning, laughing, living. Chicago, Illinois, downstate. Townie, urbanite, traveller. Note: The opinions expressed on this blog belong solely to me and should not be assumed to reflect the opinions of any of my employers past, current, or future.

Thoughts on Thought Leadership

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Tricia Ransom

About a month ago, I was in a chat hosted by TLDCast, and I made a comment along the lines of “I want thought leaders who are DO leaders.” I thought this thought on thought leaders was catchy, and maybe … Continue reading →

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Top 10 (or so) Things to Know About Elearning

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Tricia Ransom

This post is in response to Articulate’s Elearning Challenge #187: The Top 10 Things to Know About Elearning. (If you don’t know what the elearning challenges are, click here. They are a great way to test your skills and grow … Continue reading →

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ADD, Squirrels, and Focus

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Tricia Ransom

I have ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), which usually is fine for me. I like the way my mind can make leaps and jumps from one branch of thoughts to another, rather like a squirrel. And speaking of squirrels, this ADD … Continue reading →

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Best Practices Are Mediocre Practices

Posted on January 8, 2018 by Tricia Ransom

I have a big problem with the phrase “Best Practices”. When I hear it, I automatically assume there is an easier, more efficient way to do whatever it is I’m trying to do. Here’s the thing with Best Practices – … Continue reading →

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What If

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Tricia Ransom

What if? 6 letters that can change your life or paralyze it. Back in May of 2017, I wrote a post about My Forgotten Blog: Late at night, when it is quiet and still, and I can clearly hear my … Continue reading →

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