Imposter Syndrome, Authorship, and Entrepreneurship with David Brook

Diary Of A SysAdmin

David Brook shares his journey in the IT field, discussing his early experiences, the importance of apprenticeships, and the challenges of starting his own business. He emphasizes the value of community, public speaking, and the need for continuous learning in the fast-paced world of technology. David also opens up about his struggles with imposter syndrome and the importance of sharing knowledge to help others in the industry.

00:00 Introduction and Late Night Work Habits
02:41 David's Journey into IT
05:48 The Apprenticeship Experience
08:41 Becoming an Author
11:23 Writing for the Audience
13:15 Imposter Syndrome and Community Engagement
15:48 Public Speaking and Networking
18:42 Organizing User Groups
21:07 The Return of Conferences
23:54 Cricket and Community Involvement
27:41 From Rugby to Cricket: Balancing Family and Hobbies
29:49 Preparing for Workplace Ninja UK: Upcoming Sessions
31:58 The Journey to Cloud XP: Transitioning Careers
36:36 Challenges of Entrepreneurship: The Reality of Running a Business
38:35 Success Stories: Building Relationships and Client Trust
40:02 Future Trends in Technology: Education and Security
42:35 Advice for the Next Generation: Embracing Learning
43:42 Publishing Insights: Writing the Book on Microsoft Intune
48:26 Overcoming Challenges: Mental Health and Work-Life Balance
49:37 Lessons Learned: The Importance of Testing and Documentation

Purchase his book here!
https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Microsoft-Intune-Administrators-Enterprise/dp/B0F2H4P5GG