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Claude Jones, has a passion for creating opportunities to help others succeed. And for over a decade, his life’s mission has been focused on encouraging, inspiring, and motiving others through his words and actions.
A seasoned technical leader, with over 20 years of experience, Claude is a self-taught developer that has worked his way to the executive leadership level and has experience working for a Global Fortune 1 company to high-pace startup environments.
During his spare time Claude enjoys hiking, working out, playing poker, eating, and playing board games with friends.
From Chaos to Clarity: Mastering 4 Strategic Principles Towards Operational Excellence
Your Pathway to Operational Excellence Have you ever found yourself in a work situation where it felt like you were tackling too many tasks, your team was stretched thin, and the path to success was foggy at best? We’ve all been there, and it’s often the telltale sign you need to reevaluate your strategy. But […]
Find Your Dream Job: Exploring the 4 Pillars of Job Synergy
Introduction Have you ever experienced that magnetic pull towards a job opportunity, even when you weren’t actively seeking a change? I certainly have, and my journey to becoming the VP, Head of Product and Technology at Centr perfectly embodies this phenomenon, which I call Job Synergy. Transitioning to a new career is like starting a new relationship. […]
The Art of Mindful Communication: Navigating Difficult Situations with Grace
Wisdom for Life’s Journey In my life journey, I’ve encountered a multitude of misunderstandings and unnecessary arguments that could have been prevented by embracing the wisdom within Sai Baba’s quote: “Before you speak, ask yourself: Is it kind, is it necessary, is it true, does it improve upon the silence?” This quote has become my […]
Book Today: How to Transform Your Life in 90 Days!
Are you looking for ways to empower your employees and transform your business? Look no further than “Achieving Extraordinary Results: How to Transform your Life in 90 Days.” This talk is perfect for both individuals and businesses seeking practical strategies and techniques to overcome obstacles and achieve challenging goals. Inspired by Gary Keller’s “The ONE […]
My First 90 Days at Strava: How I Went From Being the New Kid to Becoming a Change Agent Using 4 Simple Techniques
The New Kid Starting a new job is similar to being the new kid at school. The excitement and anticipation of a fresh start. The pressure of making a good first impression. The fear of not fitting in. This concoction of emotions can be very overwhelming. However, once you’ve made friends, got involved in some […]
I’m Leaving Walmart: What I learned, Why I left, and Where I’m going.
Intro Recently I made one of the hardest decisions of my professional career. I’ve decided to leave Walmart to explore a new career opportunity. Why? Well that’s the purpose of this post. I’m going to share an honest perspective of my Walmart journey looking at what I’ve learned, why I left, and where I’m going. […]
A Leadership Guide to Mastering The 3 Zones of Office Politics
The Joys of Office Politics Office politics seem to be an essential part of any organization. And those that can achieve their desired results in an environment where people have competing interests, have mastered their political landscape. The goal of this article is to give you insight into how to recognize and navigate through the […]
Transforming how we shop in a virtual world
I had the opportunity to speak with Carolina Alban-Stoughton, Communication & Engagement and Editor of the Carlsbad Business Journal, to share insights on how Walmart Labs has transformed the way shopping during COVID-19 and my thoughts on how shopping patterns and customer behaviors may change as we enter into the virtual era of doing business.
The Black Experience in Business
I had the opportunity to moderate a virtual panel discussion, hosted by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce, focused on understanding the obstacles and biases that African Americans experience in their professional careers. The discussion was open and honest and we touched on topics surrounding the practice of whitening, discrimination on the job, discrimination within business […]
Juneteenth: A Day of Freedom
Juneteenth is a blend of the words, June and nineteenth, celebrating the liberation of those who had been held as slaves in the United States. The holiday itself originated in Texas on June 19th, 1865 after Union army general, Gordon Granger, announced federal orders in Galveston, Texas stating: The people of Texas are informed that, […]
