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⭐ ECBA Master Class Course Review… "Very Helpful... I had already completed the Business Analysis Pathway Course for my ECBA, really enjoyed it and learned a lot. However, what I liked about the ECBA Master Class is that it really focused in on the types of questions that I needed to know for the IIBA exam. One thing to keep in mind is that the Master Class uses the BABOK wording more or less exactly as written; however, for the IIBA exam the concepts are the same, but the questions and answers are written without using the exact BABOK wording; therefore, it is good to really know the concepts." - Debra A https://bit.ly/ECBA_Course #agorainsights #IIBA #ECBA #businessanalysis #businessanalyst #certification

Unlocking the Future: Why Human Skills Matter in Business Analysis In this powerful clip from the Blueprints for Success Podcast, Kitty Hung and Deirdre Caren explore the key differences between junior and senior business analysts, the evolving role of AI in documentation, and the essential soft skills that define truly successful analysts. 👉 Check out the full video and explore more on our blog: https://bit.ly/415Pz4j Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for ongoing insights! 💡📈 #BusinessAnalysis #AI #SoftSkills #BlueprintsForSuccess #AgoraInsights #CareerDevelopment #HumanTouch #DataAnalysis #AnalystSkills #FutureOfWork #ProfessionalGrowth #Leadership #PodcastClip #Curiosity #BusinessIntelligence #AnalyticalThinking

📑 Know Thy Audience! Before you can write a good background statement, you need to know who you are writing for. This may seem to be a contradiction to creating an objective background statement, but actually it isn’t. The context is specific but objective. For instance, when you watch the news, do you listen to the highlights, sports, stories, facts? Most audiences have specific areas of interest, even when articles are written objectively. So, if you are working in a sports club, you would be more interested in what has happened in the sports section than in the arts and crafts section. So, while brevity and clarity are paramount in your background statement, it also requires priority. For instance, if your audience are sports fans, you don’t want to write about the history of sport and the sports outfits, rather you want to get to the heart of the information they are wishing to consume, in this case the game outcome. You also don’t want to say which sports team is your favourite or promote one over the other. In the case of a business, your business has a specific context, changes affect specific stakeholders, and some information is therefore more critical for them. By understanding the audience, in your case, the stakeholders, you can determine the voice and tone of your post. Consider the following: ▫️ Who has been most affected by the change/problem? ▫️ Where are the stakeholders located, local or national? ▫️ Why do the stakeholders want to read your post? ▫️ What do your stakeholders expect to learn from your post? ℹ️ Read our blog to find out more... https://bit.ly/3r1731z #agorainsights #businessanalysis #IIBA #tkb #knowledgebrief

Why Your Business Needs Effective Data Governance Now!  In today’s fast-moving digital world, your data is your business’s most valuable asset—and protecting it is non-negotiable. 🛡️ Join Tiankai Feng and Deirdre Caren in this must-watch episode of Blueprints for Success as they unpack the key elements of effective data governance that every organization needs to thrive. 👉 Check out the full video and explore more on our blog: https://bit.ly/3OtmHvm Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for ongoing insights! 💡📈 #DataGovernance #BusinessSuccess #RiskManagement #Technology #BlueprintsForSuccess #DataSecurity #Ecommerce #Healthcare #DigitalTransformation

📑 How do I Manage my Feelings of Imposter Syndrome?  In this blog post, Deirdre Caren discusses how she overcame feelings of imposter syndrome early in her IT career. As a new professional grappling with specialized industry terminology, Deirdre found structured training resources helped boost her confidence by providing necessary vocabulary and context. She also shares how engaging transparently with colleagues through respectful dialogue helped enhance understanding. ℹ️ Read the full article in the link below  https://bit.ly/3V68Hfg #businessanalyst #businessarchitect #ImposterSyndrome #careergrowth #continuouslearning #careerdevelopment #deirdrecaren #agorainsights

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ CCBA Master Class Course Review… "Great preparation for CCBA exam! The course material was well laid out and interesting and it was valuable to get feedback directly from Deirdre. Make sure to check out all the additional resources too. " - Michelle S http://bit.ly/3j04Y1O #businessanalyst #businessanalysis #BABOK #CCBA #agorainsights #IIBA

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Business Analysis Do you ever feel like you’re not good enough or question if you’re doing things the right way as a business analyst? You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome can hold many professionals back, especially when they feel unprepared or lack formal training. In this conversation, we discuss how gaining knowledge—whether through certifications, training, or practice—can help you build confidence in your skills and feel more secure in your role. Confidence grows with learning, and it can transform how you approach your work! 👉 Watch the full video and read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/3Znkyrd #ImposterSyndrome #BusinessAnalysis #ConfidenceBuilding #CareerDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #BlueprintsForSuccess #AngeloKalevela #DeirdreCaren #IIBA #Modernanalyst

📑 Step-by-step Guide to Value Streams in Business Architecture Value Streams are powerful tools for understanding and simplifying end-to-end value delivery to stakeholders. So let's break down the steps when working with AI to speed up the process of value stream mapping. 1. Understanding the Business Intent 2. Identifying Value Streams 3. Defining Stages 4. Identifying Stakeholders 5. Establish Entrance & Exit Criteria 6. Defining Value Items 7. Understand Business Capabilities 8. Cross-mapping Capabilities 9. Revision & Review 10. Value Stream Validation ℹ️ Read the full article in the link below https://bit.ly/3pjDesx #BusinessArchitecture #ChatGPT #Agorainsights #AI #BIZBOK #ValueStreams

Navigating the Fast Lane: Balancing AI Efficiency with Governance and Human Insight! In this Short clip from the Blueprints for Success podcast series, Deirdre Caren interviews Delvin Fletcher about the impact of AI on business analysis. As technology accelerates our work, how do we balance efficiency with governance and human insight? Join us in exploring how to navigate these challenges while maintaining the essential human element in our analysis! 👉 Check out the full video and explore more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4eMoyWB #BusinessAnalysis #AI #Governance #HumanInsight #BlueprintsForSuccess #DelvinFletcher #DeidreCaren #AgoraInsights #IIBA #ModernAnalyst

📣 BABOK® Summary Explanation: Free PDF Download, CBAP, CCBA exam prep Looking to ace your CCBA® or CBAP® exams with the IIBA? 🤔📝 Introducing the BABOK® Summary, a valuable resource provided by Agora Insights Ltd, an IIBA Endorsed Education Provider. 📑💼 Developed by Alan Maxwell (CBAP®), this document provides a summary of the 600+ pages of the BABOK® v.3 guide, providing key learning objectives to assist with exam preparation for the ECBA, CCBA, or CBAP exams with the IIBA®. ℹ️ Click the link to watch the video and access your free download https://bit.ly/4a98lZe #businessanalysis #businessanalyst #IIBA #ECBA #CCBA #CBAP #free