Your thought life fuels your real life, so we talk about how to think better.
Author: Andre Nelson
I’ve been a business analyst and change consultant since 2003, and delivered for a number of major clients across Financial Services and Retail since then. I specialise in business model analysis and process design although I’ve worked across several other BA disciplines as well. Outside of my consultancy activities, I’m husband to a wonderful wife, and dad to one crazy toddler and two crazier pugs. I’m also an Arsenal supporter, but we all have our cross to bear. I love travel, art and literature; I can often be found poring over a book or watching a classic film while enjoying a good whisky in the evening.
The Greater Good
We take an honest look at making tough decisions and the consequences of avoiding them.
Business Analysis in a Post-Pandemic World
We share our views on how business analysis will fare in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic
Lessons in life (& Business Analysis) from my daughter
Welcome to the world, Lady Nelson! We’re running the risk of turning into a parenting blog…
A Brief Guide to Mind-mapping
We take a look at how to use mind mapping techniques for capturing information from clients
More lessons in life (and Business Analysis) from my Son.
We revisit some of the valuable life lessons our children teach us, ponder why children need so much room in bed, and talk about how Bluey is one of the best TV programmes ever.
The Way of the BA: An Introduction to User Stories & Epics
We take a look at the concepts of User Stories, Epics and Themes, and understand how they are used in project Discovery and solution design.
The Way of the BA: Dismantling the Ideal of the Perfectionist
We explore the ideal of perfectionism and the business analyst.
Granit Xhaka and the Critical Feedback Conundrum
A view on the rise of social media, entitlement and facing abuse in the workplace.
Learning to Listen
We take a look at the importance and value of being able to listen to clients, colleagues and stakeholders (and also in keeping your 8-year old happy).