Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the career journey and insights of Dave Burrill, a former CPA turned tech entrepreneur who has successfully scaled multiple startups. Hosted by Panida Wayrojpitak, this episode of Tech for Founder Podcast explores how Dave transitioned from accounting to the tech industry, overcame challenges, and the secrets to effective IT communication. Discover why traditional IT projects often fail, learn about the phases to master IT team communication, and understand the key strategies and lessons for bringing a startup to IPO. Whether you're a non-tech founder or a seasoned business executive, Dave's experiences and advice on avoiding common pitfalls in IT projects will help you take your startup to the next level. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation filled with actionable insights and personal anecdotes!(00:00) Introduction to IT Communication Challenges(00:38) Meet Dave Burrill: From CPA to Tech Entrepreneur(01:19) Dave's Journey: From Academia to Tech Success(05:24) The Mindset for Raising Money and Growing Businesses(06:27) Bridging Business and IT: Insights and Strategies(11:36) Overcoming Early Career Challenges(22:17) The Importance of Clear Business Requirements(24:56) Understanding the Brain's Role in Expertise(25:42) The Paradox of Expertise(29:12)) Challenges in IT Communication(29:44 Effective Questioning Techniques(31:11) Key Steps for Business Analysts(31:45) The Business Execution Cycle(33:55) Insights on IT and Business Alignment(36:15) The Role of IT in Business Success(39:05) Transitioning from Waterfall to Agile(48:40) Personal Reflections and Life Lessons(54:37) Closing Thoughts on Happiness and SuccessMore about Dave Burrill:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidburrillWebsite: https://bridgingbusinessit.com/More information on Panida and Tech for Founder Podcast:Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PanidaWayrojpitakFollow on LinkedIn: https://th.linkedin.com/in/panidawayrojpitakFollow and listen on your preferred podcast platform for this episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/techforfounderDisclaimer: For educational purposes only, not professional advice. Not liable for decisions/actions based on content.

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