EPM Conversations Episode 35: Al Marciante – A (Professional) Life In EPM

Introduction

We seem to be in the mood for reflective end-of-career episodes (see Dan Pressman’s episode one & two if you haven’t already as Al’s is very much in that vein). Al has seen a lot in his career (yes, he’s retired although we recorded this before that was made public), thought a lot, and done a lot from Essbase consultant to Oracle EPM management. For those of us still in the workforce (Which I am guessing is practically everyone except my mother, who listens religiously to hear her little Cammy. Thanks, Mater, it is nice to know that you’ll always be a fan. I hope.), hearing the thoughts of those who have completed the arc of employment might trigger thoughts of where we go further in our so-called careers.

Does the example of others inspire you or perhaps make you ponder where you’re going and where you might end up? But that’s for you, Gentle Listener, to decide.

Join us, won’t you?

EPM Conversations Episode 34 – A Conversation with Pressman, Dan: ASO Man, Part 2

It couldn’t be more Dan than this

That, as a joke, encapsulates, personifies, is an exemplar, and simply sums up his unique (and generally quite corny but also quite lovable) sense of humor. That vein of humor runs through this second episode.

Here’s a couple of bon mots:

  • I was fired from projects for making things too fast.
  • “Don’t shut him down, hire him!”
  • I never learned when to keep my mouth shut
  • Take chances on yourself
  • Don’t be too concerned with dollars instead of long term learning and challenge. “That’s the fun part”.
  • Teach yourself, it’s always faster than being taught.

Oh my, those aren’t jokes: they’re heartfelt pieces of advice gained from a lifetime of experience and reflection.

Join us, won’t you?

 

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