Keeping Technology Simple

What are "Digital Assets?" Have you granted someone access to them if something were to happen to you?
Sharon Nelson is the President of Sensei Enterprises, Inc, a digital forensics, information security and information technology firm in Fairfax, Virginia.   
Ms. Nelson is the author of the noted electronic evidence blog, Ride the Lightning and is a co-host of the ABA podcast series called “The Digital Edge: Lawyers and Technology” and the Legal Talk Network podcast “Digital Detectives.”
She is a frequent author (ten books and hundreds of articles) and speaker on legal technology, information security and electronic evidence topics. She is the President-elect of the Virginia State Bar and will become its President in June of 2013.

As a parent, do you have the basic computer skills to maintain contact with your college student? Does your technology support your efforts, and do you have the most cost efficient systems in place? 
The chances are that your child may be more up-to-date on the latest technology than you. It is important that you discuss a strategy to communicate in a cost efficient manner.  If your child is studying thousands of miles away, or perhaps in another country, you don't want to incur telephone charges that might approach the cost of tuition!!
Join Jim Blue in a discussion of what you need to know about when your child is off to college.

Confused by the new smartphone and iPad data plans introduced by Verizon and AT&T? Do you understand the differences between the tiered data plans? Do you even know how much data you are using?  How do you determine which  new program is right for you?  
All wireless providers are expected to convert to a similar data plan. Regardless of which mobile provider you are using, you might be able to considerably reduce your wireless bill if you select the right plan.  
Join Jim Blue in a discussion of the plans and what you need to know before making a decision.

Have you been a victim of a computer virus or phishing?  Has your computer slowed down? Do you understand how to protect yourself from malicious attacks.
Join Jim Blue in a discussion about how to minimize the risks and what to do if you have been victimized.

Today's guest is Doug Fitzgerald, the founder and Chaiman of the Board of Boomer-LIvingplus.com, a leading Internet resource destination for baby boomers and seniors that specializes in life solutions for these demographic groups   An experienced educator, Doug is interested in social change, and helping baby boomers and seniors meet life's challenges in the 21st Century.  Join Jim Blue and Doug in a discussion about what boomers and seniors want from technology and how technology can help boomers who are going through life changes.

Are you using Skype?  In this mobile world, where people are spending less time at home and in the office, video conferencing has become an essential means of maintaining contact with family, friends and business associates.  Video conferencing offers a low cost method of keeping in touch with your college aged children, family members and friends around the world, and nurturing business relationships. 
Tune in to today's rebroadcast as Jim Blue explains what you need to know about video conferencing, and in particular, how Skype can help you stay in contact with the important people in your life.

Are you in Career Transition?  Need to set up a home based office?
Today's guest is Carol Klenfner, who recently left corporate life to form her own Public Relations company. Although she owned a laptop computer and was able to work at home while employed, setting up a home office proved to be a challenge since her apartment needed to be her primary work location.
Join Jim and Carol in a rebroadcast about how Carol converted her apartment into a home based office and was able to select equipment and services tailored to her specific needs
 

Do you know someone in career transition who is looking for a job? How has technology changed the job seeking process?
Today's guest is Andrew Philip, an executive recruiter based in New York City. A former senior executive in the consumer products industry, Andy established his search firm in 1994 specializing in the recruitment of executives within the Cosmetics and Accessories industries with a focus on luxury brands. His firm has become the premier search firm in these industries. Prior to entering the search business, Andy served as President of Shiseido Cosmetics-North America for 10 years, and held a number of key executive positions in the cosmetics industry.
Join Andy and Jim Blue in a rebroadcast on how technology has changed the nature of the search business and what job seekers need to know about finding a position in these tough economic times.

Today's guest is David Inns, currently President and CEO of GreatCall Inc., the creator of  the Jitterbug cell phone and a leader in wireless services focused on helping customers stay connected, safe and healthy; David also sits on the Board of Directors. Working with founders Arlene Harris and Marty Cooper, David designed and launched the GreatCall service in November 2006—a service that has gone through extraordinary growth and has been recognized by a long list of awards for its innovations in mHealth and in serving Older Americans.
David has 25 years of telecom management experience. Before joining GreatCall, David was Vice President, Consumer Markets for Bell Mobility in Canada where he ran the $1.6 billion consumer market P&L. He was also Vice President, Consumer Marketing for Bell Canada where he ran the $4 billion wireline P&L. David was also a Partner at DiamondCluster International in the Chicago and San Francisco offices. 
Join Jim and David in a discussion about his company's products, and in particular the Jitterbug Phone and 5Star Response.

Today's guest is Richard Bregman, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of MJB Asset Management LLC, an independent SEC-registered investment advisory firm.  Prior to forming MJB Asset Management, Richard was a Vice President at Chase Manhattan Bank’s Global Asset Management & Private Banking division, where he managed investment portfolios for Private Banking clients and was responsible for analyzing and recommending the mutual funds and asset allocation models used in Private Banking client portfolios. Richard is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a member of the New York Society of Security Analysts.   Previously, Richard practiced law in New York City.
Richard has appeared on CBS MoneyWatch’s Ask the Experts, CNN’s Business Day and WABC-TV's Eyewitness News, and has been quoted frequently in business publications, including TheWall Street Journal, Barron’s,Business Week,Investor’s Business Daily,Bottom Line Personal, Financial Planning magazine, Crain’s New York and Crain’sInvestmentNews.  Richard also has been the subject of featured articles in Morningstar Advisor and The Wall Street Transcript.
Join Jim and Richard in a discussion on how the new technology has changed how he services his clients.