Laptops and Pieces

Okay, I admit it, I have a problem. Accepting it is the first step I hear. This conclusion was brought up after taking apart my laptop completely, almost entirely because it needed to be repaired. Fortunately, there weren't too many pieces leftover and it still works. Maybe the problem isn't that big.

Laptops and pieces

Okay, I admit it,

iPhone...

That's right, after years of protest I finally got an iPhone. Of course, I immediately did the only thing I know what to do with things like these. That's right... Enjoy!

iPhone...

That's right, after years of protest I finally got an iPhone. Of course, I immediately did the only thing I know what to do with things like these. That's right... Enjoy!

What's that widget?

That's right, you're reading this correctly. That's my Ubuntu countdown marker. While the rest of the population eagerly installs their Windows 7, I'm still awaiting the latest version of Ubuntu. After all the Windows 7 parties takes place, I'll be having my own Ubuntu launch party. Windows 7 parties will be giving away favors and trinkets, I'll be giving away actual Ubuntu Installation Disks. Windows 7 will be charging far more than nothing for their installation disks, Ubuntu comes with no hidden costs or fees. I hope to be getting together my little party, complete with Ubuntu sugar cookies, balloons and best of all, each person can walk away with their own legal version of the OS in hand to try for themselves. I believe this will now classify me as a total geek. Should be fun.

Fun at Bear Lake

Holy cow what a week!  Things were filled to the brim with tests, assignments, vacations and camping.  First let me say that another semester is behind us, congratulations to everyone that did a summer semester, there's another one behind you bringing graaduation all that more closer.  For a celebration oiur little family joined the rest of my family up at Bear Lake for the annual camping trip.  The weather was a might bit coller than we expected so the nights were drawn out with cold kids that had rolled out of their sleeping bags and blankets.  We may need to find other ways to keep us warm at night since both nights we ended up with a child in our mummy bags.  It was fun none the less, thanks to all the family that joined us up there, here's looking forward to another fun trip.  Outside of that, here's but one picture to show the fun, Grandpa and my wife entertaining Sam, spoiled kid.  Since the rest of the pictures are on the actual camera card, that's all you'll see until next time.  Until then, enjoy yourselves!

How I Spent My Summer Vacation...

Holy cow, what a summer! As my reader is very well aware, I've been schooling hard this summer with the two semesters, one that goes over the course of the entire summer, the other that puts everything condensed in 7 weeks, and with a full time schedule that become quickly whelming. I wasn't quite overwhelmed, but I certainly wasn't underwhelmed. No, I was at the right level of whelmation. If you don't like the word, then please send me a comment on the word I should use, or send me a dictionary. But since this is my blog, I'll make up and use any word I like, thank you. That said, this summer has consisted of homework, classes and readings. But in good news, that's a great deal taken care of for the degree, plus on weeks that I really busted my butt, our family got to go camping or do other fun activities. That said, the family got to go swimming on a few Saturdays, go on a camping trip to Bryce Canyon (for free, thank you stimulus package), Farmington Canyon (horrific experience, but we learned a lot) and do other fun things here and there. Now the end other semester is nigh and our family will be taking on more adventure out! One week away from school is my break, then the following week it's back to the books. Oh well, I'll make the most from it while I can. Should be fun and nice not having to worry about classes and homework for one straight week. Enjoy your final weeks of summer!

No, I haven't forgotten...

Many of you may wondering if I remember that I have blogs so long has been my absence from updating. Of course I address you as many, although I know that so far I have one dedicated reader, that being my wife. Still, I feel I better explain that my phone, with which I created and maintain these blogs, has a battery life that leaves little to be desired. It's died nearly ten times during the course of writing this blog entry. However, on the plus side, my replacement batteries are expected to be here sometime this upcoming week, to which I'll have battery life that can last longer than 15 minutes unplugged. A great and many things have happened in the past while, but they shall be shared at a later time when I have the energy to write them. Until the next time, enjoy!

Resume

Resume

Jacob Bradshaw

jbrdshw at gmail dot com
jbrdshw.blogspot.com
801.784.2056

Work Experience

2007 - Present Ensign Systems Kaysville, UT
Product Specialist and Quality Assurance

• Tested and assured quality of in house developed software utilizing Java programing and MySQL database tests using Seapine Software and other automation processes.
• Provided customer and technical support for current customers using POS•IM software: Point of Sale and Inventory Management software used on both Windows and Apple platforms.
• Troubleshot and utilized Mac and PC computers with hardware and peripherals for both in order to test newly released software and application and assist customers for day to day business use.
• Increased knowledge of Inventory Management processes and routines including transfers, shrinkage, Physical Inventory and inventory data collection and reporting.
• Increased knowledge of accounting principles used for Accounts Receivable and customer management.
• Utilized Sybase and MySQL database tools for creation and manipulation.
• Gained familiarity of Python and Java programming language, continuing education for both. (Please note education further below)

2005 – 2007 Professional Education Institute West Valley, UT
Training Specialist

• Developed curriculum and course maps for the newly launched R Account Program in conjunction with The Retirement Corporation of America and Diligent Data Marketing Systems.
• Created and provided ongoing training for veteran agents using side-by-side monitoring, agent call observation and coaching on needed skill sets.
• Utilize adult learning theory in development and facilitation.
• Trained new hire outbound sales call center agents.

2003 - 2005 Convergys Corporation Cedar City, UT
Training, Quality and Instructional Design- Associate Trainer

• Developed curriculum and course maps for new products, serving both American Express and Direct Financial
• New project and procedural memo development for American Express
• Utilize adult learning theory in development and facilitation.
• Direct Response/Shared Financial Trainer
• American Express Consumer Approval Call and Delta New Enrollees Trainer

2004 – 2005 Trouvere School of Music Cedar City, UT
Independent Trainer/Instructor

• Developed material for private teacher training incorporating various teaching techniques.
• Developed diversified performance technique material for students of all levels.
• Developed CBT and presentation material for piano maintenance and care technicians.
• Trained music teachers and consumers on proper piano maintenance and care.
• Instructed music students in performance and technique for the piano.
• On call piano technician.

Feb – Nov. 2003 Convergys Corporation Cedar City, UT
Sales and Service Representative

• Serviced newly approved card-members on the American Express Approval Call outbound program.
• Handled inbound calls on the Direct Response/Shared Financial project
• Selected as Team Leader Intern July 2003.

2001 - 2003 Piano Gallery Murray, UT
Floor Service Manager

• Apprentice - Registered Piano Technician
• Supervised and instructed apprentice staff
• Serviced warranty claims and customer service
• Maintained service department office, including stock and inventory

1998 - 1999 Michael’s Music Connection Layton, UT
Assistant Manager

• Handled customer service and satisfaction
• Involved in advertising; creating slogans, banners, and mailings
• Tended store inventory and worked with sales representatives to maintain inventory flow and accounts for customers.

Software Proficiency

• Knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Windows, Mac and Linux operating system knowledge.
• Experience in QuickBooks Pro 2002 and Lotus Notes.
• Basic knowledge of Macromedia Applications including Dreamweaver and Flash.
• Understanding of Java and Python language
• Working knowledge of MySQL and Sybase 6 & 9
• Daily usage of all major OS's - Linux/Unix, Mac, Windows.

Education

2001 - Present Weber State University Ogden, UT
Business Major, Information System and Technology

• General Associates 2008
• Information Systems and Technology Associates 2009
• Course work instruction includes:
• Java Development and Database structure.
• Information and Network Security
• Using current technology in best, cost effective manner possible.
• Estimated Bachelors Degree 2011.

1996 – 1999 Layton High School Layton, UT
General Education

• Involved in music department
• President of High School Choir Band
• Member of the National Honors Society
• Graduated with honors

Awards and Organizations

• Eagle Scout
• Religious Service Mission in Perm and Yekaterinburg, Russia
• Membership in IEEE
• Membership in OSI
  

References

Paul Gates, Piano Gallery, Number available by request
John Speth, Ensign Systems, Number available by request
Jesse Robinson, Allconnect, Number available by request

A New Blog

I have a new blog, a clean slate to which I might lay about a groundwork and create as I wish. As that would stand, though, I have not a thing to write on it at this point as I do not know what the topic of this blog would be. I don;t want to state that this is a blog for me to be random in my writings, nor do I wish to bore you or trouble you in viewing the inner workings of my thoughts. That said, I believe this will be an experimental blog for me to try new avenues for communication, business, and I can attempt it, a canvas for a different type of art form. I also wanted to use this blog to create an OpenID, a different and new method of tracking my information and logging into websites I frequent. I should also make note that 80% of all the posts I do are done through use of mobile technology. That's right, I'm clicking away on ym cellphone right now, creating an email to my specific blog's email address so I can determine which posts go where. With all of that being said thank you for reading and enjoy!