Mr Squirrel Says Hi
A short story.
Jasmine and Jeff are co-workers who develop an almost instant attraction to one another when they first meet. But their social awkwardness and baggage from past relationships make building a relationships a struggle for both. In this short story of romance set in a very real corporate environment explores how technology may make it easier to connect at a superficial level, but make deeper connections so difficult. Along the way we meet Jasmine and Jeff's colorful coworkers and a stuffed animal that plays a pivotal role in the story.
Avaialbe on Amazon for $10.00 as a Kindle Book or Paperback.
Links Around the Web
The best place to learn about all the things I do and my activities in and around the community is to connect with me on LinkedIn.
PADT
My day job since 1994 has been working as Co-Owner and Principal at PADT, a mechanical engineering products and services company. Currently, I lead HR, IT, Facilities, Marketing, and Consulting Services.
Substack: UWTO
Substack: UWTO
Want to dig into some of my more personal thoughts and observations? Head on over to SubStack and subscribe to "Unsolicited Weekly Thoughts & Observations" to receive 500-word essays every Sunday morning.
Other Writing
Christmas Right Left Gift Exchange Stories
Christmas Right Left Gift Exchange Stories
Christmas Right Left Gift Exchange Stories
Perhaps my most popular fiction ever, a growing collection of stories to share at holiday parties as a fun and efficient way to exchange gifts.
Mr Squirrel Says Hi
Christmas Right Left Gift Exchange Stories
Christmas Right Left Gift Exchange Stories
A self-published short story about finding love in the modern world.
Available on Amazon for Kindle or as a thin paperback.
PADT's Blog
Christmas Right Left Gift Exchange Stories
PADT's Blog
Eric has contributed over a thousand posts to PADT's blog over the years.
Podcasts Hosted by Eric
Podcast: All Things Ansys
Podcast: Tech Focus Member Spotlight
Podcast: All Things Ansys
Join the engineers at Phoenix Analysis & Design Technologies (PADT) as they discuss what’s new and exciting in the world of Ansys simulation. All Things Ansys is the #1Ansys-relatedd podcast in the world, with over 130 episodes published since 2017
Podcast: AZ TechCast
Podcast: Tech Focus Member Spotlight
Podcast: All Things Ansys
AZ TechCast is brought to you by the Arizona Technology Council and sponsored by PADT. With your Hosts, Steve Zylstra and Eric Miller. AZ TechCast is dedicated to covering innovation and technology in Arizona and Beyond. ecosystem.
Podcast: Tech Focus Member Spotlight
Podcast: Tech Focus Member Spotlight
Podcast: Tech Focus Member Spotlight
The Arizona Technology Council’s TechFocus Member Spotlight highlights Arizona’s growing prominence as a world-class tech hub. Each podcast episode features innovative entrepreneurs, transformative leaders, tech disrupters, and change agents.
Pinnaculum, LLC | Contract Eric To Help Your Orginization
Freelance Services
pinnācŭlum, i, n. [1. pinna], Latin: a peak, pinnacle
Pinnaculum, LLC is Eric's consulting company through which he brings his skills and experience to companies, government organizations, and schools for paid engagements.
Freelance Content Writing for Websites
Eric started writing content for his own company in the early days of blogging. He now offers his services as a freelance content writer through MBE Group (formerly Growth Machine) or directly. Eric has delivered over 100 top-of-the-page ranked posts for company websites in software development, engineering, and SaaS.
Samples of his SEO optimized content can be found here.
Technology Leadership Mentoring, Consulting, and Speaking
Eric is often contracted by government agencies, non-profits, and companies in the technology ecosystem to provide mentoring, leadership consulting, or to speak.
Some of these engagements include:
- Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) / Subject Matter Expert (SME), Arizona Commerce Authority
- Mentor, Judge, and Expert, Clean Tech Open (Volunteer)
- Instructor & Mentor, Four Corners EnergyTech Accelerator
- Chairman of the Board (2019-2013) Arizona Technology Council
- CEO Network Facilitator, Arizona Technology Council