Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 588 Celebrating Hope Amidst Adversity Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 588

This past Monday marked not only the first night of Passover—an eight-day festival where millions globally celebrate the ancient liberation of Hebrew slaves from Egypt—but also the 198th day of captivity for more than 130 hostages in Gaza. Despite this painful juxtaposition, Passover remains a poignant reminder of freedom, even as the echoes of oppression linger. With family and friends in Israel and strong ties through extended relations, I find our celebration of liberation shadowed by immense pain and anger....

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Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 587 How Pivoting from Music to Technology Unveiled My True Calling Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 587

While studying music in college, I enrolled in a computer software programming class on a whim. The moment I started writing software, I was hooked. After considerable reflection, I shifted my focus and changed my major to computer science. This pivotal decision dramatically altered my career path and future. I quickly discovered that the joy I derived from playing, writing, and composing music mirrored the satisfaction I found in programming and developing new software solutions and systems. This revelation was...

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Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 586 Eclipse Over Cleveland: A Moment of Cosmic Wonder Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 586

The eclipse has come and gone in almost a blink of an eye, but more accurately, in 3 minutes and 13 seconds. And if you know me, you know that I’m usually “all in” on any project and most certainly on one that is a once in a lifetime for me and my Fujifilm XT5 camera. I’ll admit that I was preparing for weeks for the eclipse with special lenses, tripods, and a special solar filter along with my futuristic,...

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Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 585 Mastering the Digital Chessboard to Outmaneuver Your Competitors Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue 585

Let’s embark on a thought-provoking journey together. Picture this: Who stands against you in the digital arena? What strategies do they employ, and in what areas do they outshine you—or perhaps, where do you eclipse them? Imagine harnessing these insights to not just compete, but to truly distinguish and elevate your business. Sounds compelling, doesn’t it? Understanding the digital battleground where you and your competitors stand is more than just beneficial—it’s essential for your enduring growth and triumph. Here’s why:...

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