With spiritual vision, brilliance and clarity,
I nurture myself and others to powerfully express the music of our souls, so that we create, learn, care, and live fearlessly together.
Short Resume:
Currently a PhD student and independent consultant
Left an executive position as Managing Director, Countrywide Financial Corp. Enterprise Applications and CTO, Loan Administration on July 6, 2007 after 8 years there
Ten years of prior experience as a consultant (Price Waterhouse and then my own consulting company). A total of 25 years of experience as a technologist, manager, consultant and leader.
My first career was as a professional classical musician
You and I have more in common than just that corporate world. I’m glad you are now on a much richer journey, and are in inspiration to me and all those that cross your path.
Hi Dorianne! Just took some time away from my work stuff to look around and came upon your blog. Interesting! I am not yet a convinced blogger but remembered our conversations over SS and WS and find you here, sharing yourself with unknown others. We have lots in common, both being in tech worlds and having had a start in music. And now, Fielding, and soon, the West coast. Not sure what more to say, just “hi” and keep well.
Hi Dorianne,
I’m not alone!! I’m another boomer (a mere 49) who has just embarked on a PhD here in Johannesburg which I can fortunately do full time with the aid of a very supportive partner. Reading your blog, it appears we have a lot in common as regards our motivations and indeed how we both feel about real libraries. I will drop by now and again to say hi and see what you are up to. Have many of your respondees been other 50-year old PhD’s?
Thanks for your post and best wishes on your PhD progress. I have received several comments about people attaining their PhD’s in later life. We bring a different perspective because of our extensive life and work experiences, which I think really add to the scholarly discussion. I’m definitely having the time of my life – really enjoying it!
Your research on higher levels of consciousness in mediation sparked my attention. I have just begun a Psy D program with a concentration in mediation and conflict resolution. I will be 50 yrs old or so when I finish this program. So, like some of your previous responses we have alot in common. It’s refreshing to see there are others who bring lots of life experience to the quest of getting a Doctoral Degree–yes, I understand it’s not for the glamour or career; rather, it’s about the love of learning and growing. Good luck and keep at it!
Hi Dorianne,
What a marvelous start to your PhD journey. It was great meeting you in person – and particularly wonderful to visit your blog!
Best,
Dottie
By: Dottie Agger-Gupta on 14 September 2007
at 11:37 pm
Very interesting Blog Dorianne. I’ll be looking forward to read your thoughts in this space more.
Wish you the best,
Mehrdad Rashidfarrukhi (MadDog)
By: Mehrdad on 29 November 2007
at 6:59 pm
Hi Dorianne,
You and I have more in common than just that corporate world. I’m glad you are now on a much richer journey, and are in inspiration to me and all those that cross your path.
Let’s reconnect on new levels.
Keep the light on!
Stuart
http://www.GuruStu.com
By: Stuart Rosen on 6 December 2007
at 12:39 pm
Hello,
Thank you for your kind words and the visit to my blog. I can definitely echo the feelings with regard to Fielding.
Keep up your great work and perhaps our paths will cross very soon.
By: TheMuse on 13 March 2008
at 10:39 am
Hi Dorianne! Just took some time away from my work stuff to look around and came upon your blog. Interesting! I am not yet a convinced blogger but remembered our conversations over SS and WS and find you here, sharing yourself with unknown others. We have lots in common, both being in tech worlds and having had a start in music. And now, Fielding, and soon, the West coast. Not sure what more to say, just “hi” and keep well.
By: Margaret Rudolf on 1 April 2008
at 10:33 am
Hi,Dorianne!nice site.
By: octavpelin on 8 September 2008
at 7:32 am
Hi Dorianne,
I’m not alone!! I’m another boomer (a mere 49) who has just embarked on a PhD here in Johannesburg which I can fortunately do full time with the aid of a very supportive partner. Reading your blog, it appears we have a lot in common as regards our motivations and indeed how we both feel about real libraries. I will drop by now and again to say hi and see what you are up to. Have many of your respondees been other 50-year old PhD’s?
By: Don Lindsay on 9 March 2009
at 8:26 am
Thanks for your post and best wishes on your PhD progress. I have received several comments about people attaining their PhD’s in later life. We bring a different perspective because of our extensive life and work experiences, which I think really add to the scholarly discussion. I’m definitely having the time of my life – really enjoying it!
By: Dorianne on 10 March 2009
at 7:01 am
Your research on higher levels of consciousness in mediation sparked my attention. I have just begun a Psy D program with a concentration in mediation and conflict resolution. I will be 50 yrs old or so when I finish this program. So, like some of your previous responses we have alot in common. It’s refreshing to see there are others who bring lots of life experience to the quest of getting a Doctoral Degree–yes, I understand it’s not for the glamour or career; rather, it’s about the love of learning and growing. Good luck and keep at it!
By: Kathy on 24 July 2009
at 9:05 am