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From IT consulting to sustainable living, Paul Braren hasseen it all. With over 30 years in the industry, Paul shares valuable lessons on technology, problem-solving, and embracing change. He dives into key career moments, the power of mentorship, and his personal journey toward energy efficiency and EV advocacy. Whether you're an IT professional, an innovator, or someone interested in future tech trends, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration!3. Key Takeaways & Learnings✅ Lessons from Failure: How a tough consulting experience shaped Paul’s approach to teamwork and problem-solving.✅ The Power of Documentation: Why writing and sharing knowledge is critical for professional growth.✅ Sustainability & EV Advocacy: Paul’s personal experience in making his home all-electric and the challenges of sustainable living.✅ Industry Trends & AI: Thoughts on AI’s impact on IT, data centers, and the future of energy consumption.✅ The Importance of Mentorship: How advice from a senior mentor changed Paul’s career trajectory and inspired him to launch TinkerTry.com.4. Guest Highlights & Background 30+ years in IT, with experience in consulting, enterprise infrastructure, and energy-efficient computing. Founder of TinkerTry.com, a tech blog where he shares practical IT and sustainability insights. Passionate about EV adoption and home electrification, having driven 100,000 miles in an EV and converted his home to be more energy-efficient. Advocate for public speaking in IT, sharing knowledge to help others grow in their careers. 5. Memorable Quotes📢 “Paul answers questions I didn’t even know I had yet!”📢 “You can’t just focus on technical skills; people skills matter just as much.”📢 “We’re at a crossroads in IT—AI is transforming everything, but at what energy cost?”6. Future of the Industry & Trends AI and data center energy consumption: Will AI lead to greater efficiency or unnecessary energy waste? Sustainable IT solutions: The importance of making data centers and enterprise IT more energy-efficient. Decentralized energy production: How solar, wind, and storage solutions can impact how we power homes and businesses. The impact of AI and automation: The potential rise (or fall) of AI-powered productivity and its long-term implications. 7. How to Connect with Paul Braren Website: TinkerTry.com YouTube Channel: TinkerTry BlueSky: Search for Paul Braren 8. The Pay-It-Forward Mission of MTMG’s ConnectToWorkAt MTMG, we amplify real career stories to inspire andconnect professionals. If you or someone you know is navigating a career transition, we’d love to hear your story.✔️ Want to be featured? Contact us at [email protected]✔️ Know someone who could benefit from this episode? Share it with them!Let’s build a stronger professional community together.9. Subscribe & Share CTA✔️ Follow & Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.✔️ Leave a Review to help others find the show.✔️ Share This Episode with colleagues & friends.
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