Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

So, you’re a business analyst or are interesting in becoming a business analyst. Do you know how to diagram a workflow or write a use case? Are you familiar with system integration for businesses? What about discovering requirements as a business analyst? Don’t worry if you answered no to any of these.

I’m Laura Brandenburg, CEO, and founder of Bridging the Gap, an online business analyst training and certification provider helping you become a confident business analyst. On this business analysis channel, we provide consistent business analyst videos to keep you on track to success in your business analyst career. You’ll find videos on entity relationship diagrams, mistakes to avoid as a business analyst, business analyst techniques and strategies for your next project, and other business analysis tips and tricks.

Want to know what the business analyst experience is like, and what makes a good business analyst? Success starts with you, so subscribe to our channel today!


Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

If you had to pick ONE (I know it's hard), what would you say is the most important way that business analysts add value on a project?

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Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

Our Fall 2023 Session Virtual Open House is coming up soon. Make plans to join us live here on Wednesday, July 12 at 3pm Eastern.  

In the meantime what questions do you have about The Business Analyst Blueprint® certification program we can address during the Virtual Open House.

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Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

We would love for you to join our June 29 live on "How Business Analysts Add Value". Join us here at 3pm EDT to hear from this esteemed panel of experts. In addition, we would love for you to engage with us prior, during and after.  

Click here to set a reminder and plan to join us live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfCml...

What questions do you have you would like the panelists to answer?

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Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

I'm bubbling over with excitement.



Because today I get to share something absolutely incredibly unique with the business analysts in my community. I haven't really seen anyone else talking about this.



On the path of unlocking your potential as a business analyst, there are skills you need to learn (for sure - and we teach them over at Bridging the Gap). But there are also mindsets you need to cultivate, and every day challenges you need to overcome.



Challenges such as:



✔️Getting into focus when you finally have an hour to sit down and work on analyzing the requirements.


✔️Grounding yourself in confidence before a meeting with new stakeholders.


✔️Opening up your creativity when you feel stuck in analysis paralysis.


For the past year, I've been incorporating essential oils into my creative and collaborative routines. They are a tool that help me feel more grounded, focused, and creative than ever.



Today, you have the opportunity to learn from my essential oil mentor - Robin Jones - via YouTube live.



This isn't just ANY conversation about oils. Robin and I have been connected since 2021, and over the last few months she's worked with me to do a deep dive into the mindset and challenges of a business analyst.



She's designed a presentation and oil collection that's specifically designed with business analysts in mind.
I don't know a better person to show up in service to our community.



Robin has dedicated 15 yeas to studying and teaching the emotional and energetic properties of essential oils.
Her expertise spans across 14 languages and 26 countries.


She even certifies mental health professionals, counselors, coaches, and parents in utilizing essential oils for emotional breakthroughs.


While we will be offering a custom oil collection, this isn't going to be "just" a pitch. There is going to be a lot of geeking out about neuroscience, and many opportunities to become more self-aware of how mental and emotional challenges impact your professional life.




During this session, you’ll gain insights into:



✔️ Overcoming common mental and emotional challenges faced by business analysts, including overworking, overcompensating, and self-doubt.



✔️ Understanding the neuroscience and power essential oils have to rapidly shift your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs, with scientific evidence to support their profound impact at a cellular level.



✔️ Exploring specific essential oils (with business analysts in mind) that can anchor in more confidence, self-assurance, and creativity, all while forging neural pathways that foster your success.



Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to unlock your true potential! We are looking forward to seeing you there.




Click here to join us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYpRJ...

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

We have an upcoming LinkedIn Live on "and we would not only love you to join us, but also would love to hear what questions you may have for Robin Jones and Laura?

You can find out more about the event here: www.linkedin.com/video/event/urn:li:ugcPost:707193…

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Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

It's the FIRST day of Spring AND it's the New Moon. It's quite an auspicious day energetically.

And we just happen to be running our annual Spring Your Career Forward Sale.

Although economic uncertainty is looming and layoffs feel ominous, we’re seeing strong momentum in the marketplace when it comes to new career opportunities for business analysts!

And one of the best ways you can equip yourself in this season is to have reliable, well-thought-through templates that you can depend on.

Starting today, you can save an extra $50 on the entire BTG Template Bundle and receive $485 in time-saving templates, checklists, and swipe files for only $297 during our annual Spring Your Career Forward 3-Day Sale.

Click here for all the details: bridgingthegap.samcart.com/products/297-btg-templa…

2 years ago (edited) | [YT] | 1

Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

Join Laura Brandenburg and Paula Bell for Career Security as a Business Analyst: Essential Skills and Strategies at 1 PM EST on March 29th right here on YouTube live.



Are you wondering how to create more career security as a business analyst in our current economic climate?



Are you looking to understand the state of the business analyst role and how you can best navigate your career options?



Then you won’t want to miss this important discussion.



We are looking forward to seeing you there! Click the link below and then be sure to click "Notify Me" so you'll get immediate access when we go live.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWaD9...

2 years ago | [YT] | 7

Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

We've seen it all! From 1 years to 35+...let us know in the comments below, how long have you been a business analyst?

2 years ago | [YT] | 4

Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

I’ve been seeing lots of evidence of new, aspiring, and experienced business analysts getting job interviews lately.

I hope if you are looking for an opportunity, you will find yourself in a positive situation soon. And if you do, you’ll want to check out this video. It recently surpassed 285,000 views here on YouTube, easily making it our most-watched video ever.

Do you have additional questions you come across in your interviews often that weren't listed here?

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Bridging the Gap - Resources for Business Analysts

Incredibly honored to announce that I'm partnering with IIBA Phoenix Chapter to keynote at BADD in the Desert - next Wednesday, September 16.

I'll be speaking on my favorite topic, The BA Success Path: How to Create Your Dream Job Using the Laws of Success.

It's all virtual (of course), and I'd love to *see* you there. Bridging the Gap is also sponsoring as an Exhibitor, so please stop on by and say "hi" if you are attending.

Not registered yet? Click below to register:
desertbadd2020.eventbrite.com/

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