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In this week\\u2019s show, Phil talks to Mike Karan, the co-host of the podcast HTML All The Things and the co-founder of Digital Dynasty Design.

Mike talks about why it\\u2019s important to begin networking as early as possible in your IT career. He also discusses why it\\u2019s crucial to step outside of our comfort zones in order to truly develop.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

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TOP CAREER TIP

Never be afraid to start networking as soon as possible in your IT career. Put yourself out there and start making connections \\u2013 even early in your IT journey. Look for your audience and develop it from the get go.

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WORST CAREER MOMENT

Mike was asked to choose the technology for a new application. Mike did so, but when it reached the client, it was found that the application didn\\u2019t work with the client\\u2019s devices. Mike learned that it\\u2019s vital to vet everything.

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CAREER HIGHLIGHT

Mike\\u2019s current position allows for a much greater sense of mentorship between himself and those around him, allowing him to create a far more intense sense of collaboration on projects.

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THE FUTURE OF CAREERS IN I.T

New technologies are where the excitement lays. New ways of creating and developing are being released almost constantly, pushing the sector forward in dazzling ways.

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THE REVEAL

What first attracted you to a career in I.T.? \\u2013 Computers \\u2013 Mike was instantly in love with them.

What\\u2019s the best career advice you received? \\u2013 Keep it simple! Don\\u2019t overcomplicate if you don\\u2019t have to.

What\\u2019s the worst career advice you received? \\u2013 That you have to switch jobs every few months in order to be successful. It isn\\u2019t true at all!

What would you do if you started your career now? \\u2013 Mike would still be in web development.

What are your current career objectives? \\u2013 The focus is currently on building a network and audience, as well as looking for a larger team to lead and mentor.

What\\u2019s your number one non-technical skill? \\u2013 Communication and public speaking have been invaluable.

How do you keep your own career energized? \\u2013 Mike\\u2019s podcast keeps him abreast of the sector and its developments and allows him to meet new people.

What do you do away from technology? \\u2013 Hiking and online gaming

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FINAL CAREER TIP

If we find ourselves in too comfortable a place, then it\\u2019s always worth stepping out of that comfort zone. Pushing ourselves to do unfamiliar things helps us to grow.

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BEST MOMENTS

(3:05) \\u2013 Mike - \\u201cGet yourself out there and network as early as possible\\u201d

(9:39) \\u2013 Mike - \\u201cMentorship and guiding has been my career highlight\\u201d

(10:57) \\u2013 Mike \\u2013 \\u201cIt\\u2019s not just about coding. It\\u2019s about the whole enterprise structure\\u201d

(17:25) \\u2013 Mike \\u2013 \\u201cDon\\u2019t settle into a spot where you\\u2019re comfortable\\u201d

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ABOUT THE HOST \\u2013 PHIL BURGESS

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:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/_PhilBurgess

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

Instagram: https://instagram.com/_philburgess

Website: https://itcareerenergizer.com/contact

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 MIKE KARAN

Mike Karan is the co-host of the podcast HTML All The Things and the co-founder of Digital Dynasty Design.

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CONTACT THE GUEST \\u2013 MIKE KARAN

Mike Karan can be contacted through the following Social Media platforms:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/htmleverything

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikhail-karan-4361925b/

Website: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/