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Published: Oct. 26, 2020, midnight

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Phil\\u2019s guest on today\\u2019s show is Ian Reynolds, a Partner and the Chief Solutions Architect at Zibtek, a software development company focused on helping businesses build custom software.

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He has spent the better part of his career in consulting covering a diverse range of industries, including Finance, Oil & Gas and Healthcare.\\xa0He now helps companies to solve their core business objectives with agile software development.

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Ian talks about the importance of reading, and of constantly feeding your knowledge base. He also discusses the value of recognising your individuality, and always pushing yourself to see what you\\u2019re capable of.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

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TOP CAREER TIP

You have to constantly read. Books should be your perennial companion. Reading leads to success. On average, the wealthiest Americans read 22 books per year.

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WORST CAREER MOMENT

In an early job, Ian encountered an employee with behavioral issues. Rather than confront the issue, Ian chose to leave the job \\u2013 decision that has caused him regret ever since.

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CAREER HIGHLIGHT

The highlight so far has been the acquisition and growth of Zibtek, along with the success achieved and the improvements made along the way. Many more ambitions has since been realized, with many more to come.

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THE FUTURE OF CAREERS IN I.T

In terms of IT\\u2019s life in the world, we really are at the \\u201cStone Age\\u201d period. The potential for how IT will change the world is staggering and infinite. To be at this crucial stage in its history is exhilarating.

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THE REVEAL

What first attracted you to a career in I.T.? \\u2013 Ian recognized the changing world of IT, rapidly evolving from day to day, and aspired to be a part of its evolution.

What\\u2019s the best career advice you received? \\u2013 Don\\u2019t be afraid to try new things.

What\\u2019s the worst career advice you received? \\u2013 To not stand out. We must always endeavour to be the brightest talent out there.

What would you do if you started your career now? \\u2013 Ian would embark upon business acquisition strategies far earlier.

What are your current career objectives? \\u2013 To expand knowledge on particular subjects, with a current focus upon banking, legal and finance items.

What\\u2019s your number one non-technical skill? \\u2013 Enhanced emotional intelligence. It is good to be non-emotional at times, but emotion can also propel us forward when needed.

How do you keep your own career energized? \\u2013 Keeping dialogue channels open with family and friends allows Ian to experience new perspectives.

What do you do away from technology? \\u2013 Aggressively reading!

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FINAL CAREER TIP

Don\\u2019t compare yourself to others. Compare yourself to yourself and push yourself to see what you\\u2019re capable of.

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BEST MOMENTS

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(6:30) \\u2013 Ian - \\u201cYou are doing yourself a disservice if you are not constantly learning\\u201d

(9:20) \\u2013 Ian - \\u201cIn business, you\\u2019ve got to separate some degree of the emotional from the rational\\u201d

(9:59) \\u2013 Ian \\u2013 \\u201cFailure is not failure unless you fail to learn from it\\u201d

(18:03) \\u2013 Ian \\u2013 \\u201cTalking with people about what they\\u2019re doing and why they\\u2019re doing it, has been the most helpful thing in keeping my career energized\\u201d

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ABOUT THE HOST \\u2013 PHIL BURGESS

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Phil Burgess is an independent IT consultant who has spent the last 20 years helping organizations to design, develop, and implement software solutions.\\xa0 Phil has always had an interest in helping others to develop and advance their careers.\\xa0 And in 2017 Phil started the I.T. Career Energizer podcast to try to help as many people as possible to learn from the career advice and experiences of those that have been, and still are, on that same career journey.

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CONTACT THE HOST \\u2013 PHIL BURGESS

Phil can be contacted through the following Social Media platforms:

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/philtechcareer

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/philburgess

Facebook: https://facebook.com/philtechcareer

Instagram: https://instagram.com/philtechcareer

Website: https://itcareerenergizer.com/contact

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Phil is also reachable by email at phil@itcareerenergizer.com and via the podcast\\u2019s website, https://itcareerenergizer.com

Join the I.T. Career Energizer Community on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/ITCareerEnergizer

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ABOUT THE GUEST \\u2013 IAN REYNOLDS

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Ian Reynolds is a Partner and the Chief Solutions Architect at Zibtek, a software development company focused on helping businesses build custom software.

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He has spent the better part of his career in consulting covering a diverse range of industries, including Finance, Oil & Gas and Healthcare.\\xa0He now helps companies to solve their core business objectives with agile software development.

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CONTACT THE GUEST \\u2013 IAN REYNOLDS

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Ian Reynolds can be contacted through the following Social Media platforms:

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Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/just_solve

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianjhreynolds/

Website: https://www.zibtek.com/

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