Resilience in Business Analysis is not achieved by working harder, but by connecting with purpose. Business Analysts operate at the intersection of people, processes, and technology, making collaboration essential to success. This session explores how partnerships with stakeholders, peers, mentors, communities of practice, and strategic alliances contribute to growth, adaptability, and long-term impact.
Partnerships extend beyond teamwork by fostering trust, shared understanding, and innovation. Whether aligning with stakeholders to reduce resistance, collaborating with peers to solve complex problems, or engaging in mentoring and community networks, purposeful connections provide the support needed to thrive in uncertain times. Strategic alliances with education providers, consulting firms, and recruitment specialists also create opportunities for learning and career advancement.
Delegates will leave with practical strategies for building meaningful networks that elevate individual practice, strengthen organisations, and enhance resilience across the profession.
Key Takeaways
- Practical ways to create genuine connections in your BA community
- How partnerships can directly support career and skills growth
- Lessons from mentoring collaborations that helped BAs pivot, progress, and thrive
- A repeatable approach for fostering connection inside and outside your organisation.
About the Speaker
Mark Bruins brings over 42+ years of international experience in the I.T. industry, having held 25 roles, including 15 as a contractor, and 8 based in the United Kingdom. In recent years, he has specialised as a Senior Business Analyst, though he also holds certifications as a Project Manager and Microsoft MCSA.
Since 1990, Mark has been actively involved in teaching, and by 2006, he was authoring curriculum for a wide range of subjects including computer networking, software, environmental studies, business skills, web design, and now Business Analysis. His courses have reached learners across the globe, combining technical depth with practical insight.