Business Language for Technologists
by Dr. Lyron H. Andrews
Technology professionals too often use language
that is not
understandable to
business
professionals.
This course will teach
technologists
how to
utilize
business language to communicate
benefits without being distracted by features.
What you'll learn
Technology professionals too often use language that is not understandable
to business professionals.
In this course, Business Language for
Technologists, you’ll learn to utilize business language to communicate benefits without being distracted by features.
First, you’ll
explore
the
layers
of a business and how they
use
different
languages
for
specific impact.
Next, you’ll discover
how to
use storytelling to
communicate convincingly
with the business.
Finally, you’ll learn
to
utilize reflection and continuous learning to isolate the business
language most important to your organization.
When you’re
finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and
knowledge of
business language for technologists
needed to
communicate benefits to
your
organization’s
business.
About the author
Dr. Andrews’ technology career spans three decades. His roles included network manager New York City Department of Education, BMG Direct senior director of IT, and BNY Mellon dean of technology. His doctoral research at Teachers College Columbia found that critical thinking skills thrive in environments that are supportive of five essential elements in the mind of a critical thinker.
He teaches cyber security. He has integrated technology management with teaching at Columbia University and other... more institutions in 30 countries. Other activities include: Google K-12 Think Tank adviser facilitating design thinking sessions at Google campuses in Texas, New York, and California. Manages leadership training and organizational transformation. Co-authored two (ISC)2 certification publications: CISSP/CCSP. Works with Suffolk County Deputy Commissioner Mention-Lewis and court judge Camacho in reducing prisoner recidivism. Facilitates transformational storytelling and design thinking sessions addressing social-cultural barriers and workplace integration issues.