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In this week\\u2019s show, Phil talks to Edidiong Asikpo, a developer advocate who writes technical articles about Kubernetes, web development, soft skills and open-source contributions.

She has given more than 50 talks at various tech conferences and meetups around the world and also played a significant role in building three of the most impactful developer communities in Africa.

Edidiong talks about the importance of embracing new opportunities. She also discusses consistency and why it matters so much when it comes to your career.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS:

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TOP CAREER TIP

Always make sure that you take advantage of the opportunities that come your way. The best way to grow your career is to remain open to new possibilities.

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WORST CAREER MOMENT

Edidiong needed to set up a workshop, and was supposed to be facilitating the operation of it. When it finally came time to present the project, her internet connection was lost and the event could not be attended.

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CAREER HIGHLIGHT

After joining a company struggling with certain processes, Edidiong used her talents to turn around the business\\u2019s fortunes, leading to a reversal of negative opinion.

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THE FUTURE OF CAREERS IN I.T

Careers in IT are very versatile. If you aren\\u2019t happy in one place you can always pivot and move to a different sector. Technology is a field in which you can easily switch..

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THE REVEAL

What first attracted you to a career in I.T.? \\u2013 Seeing other young people using technology to change lives.

What\\u2019s the best career advice you received? \\u2013 You gain mastery over a skill by doing it often.

What\\u2019s the worst career advice you received? \\u2013 That Edidiong was ill suited to the course she had chosen.

What would you do if you started your career now? \\u2013 Edidiong would put herself out there a lot faster.

What are your current career objectives? More content creation.

What\\u2019s your number one non-technical skill? \\u2013 Writing.

How do you keep your own career energized? \\u2013 Taking breaks is very important and make sure that between the hard work you take care of yourself.

What do you do away from technology? \\u2013 Watching movies and travelling.

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FINAL CAREER TIP

You can\\u2019t get anywhere unless you start, so get going on your journey, and make sure you are consistent.

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BEST MOMENTS

(4:15) \\u2013 Edidiong - \\u201cAlways put yourself out there\\u201d

(6:34) \\u2013 Phil - \\u201cBy doing \\u201csomething\\u201d you are already ahead of somebody else\\u201d

(8:30) \\u2013 Edidiong \\u2013 \\u201cIt\\u2019s important to have a back up plan because you never know what\\u2019s going to happen\\u201d

(16:02) \\u2013 Edidiong \\u2013 \\u201cYou only learn how to do something by doing that thing\\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 EDIDIONG ASIKPO

Edidiong Asikpo is a developer advocate who writes technical articles about Kubernetes, web development, soft skills and open-source contributions.

She has given more than 50 talks at various tech conferences and meetups around the world and also played a significant role in building three of the most impactful developer communities in Africa.

She is also the co-founder of Tech UK as well as a tech mentor and empowerment coach with a specific focus on women and diversity.

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CONTACT THE GUEST \\u2013 EDIDIONG ASIKPO

Edidiong Asikpo can be contacted through the following Social Media platforms:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Didicodes

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edidiong-asikpo/

Website: https://edidiongasikpo.com/