Ru Campbell shares his journey from starting in IT in 2012 to becoming a Microsoft 365 consultant and security expert. He discusses the importance of help desk experience, betting on oneself in career progression, and the transition to specializing in Microsoft Defender. Ru emphasizes the value of understanding security practices, the challenges of writing a technical book, and the benefits of networking and community engagement. He also touches on future technology trends, particularly AI, and offers advice for the next generation of IT professionals while sharing insights into his personal life and hobbies.

Chapters
00:00 The Beard and Its Significance
02:41 Career Beginnings in IT
05:18 Lessons from Help Desk Experience
07:26 Betting on Yourself in Your Career
08:51 Transitioning to Microsoft 365 Consulting
10:46 Diving into Security with Microsoft Defender
15:00 The Importance of Understanding Security Practices
18:25 Empathy in IT Consulting
20:48 Writing a Book on Microsoft Defender
28:51 Creating Opportunities through LinkedIn Learning
32:07 Building a Personal Brand in Cybersecurity
33:37 The Role of Content Creation in Cybersecurity
38:37 Community Engagement and User Groups
42:47 Speaking Engagements and Networking
45:32 The Future of Technology: AI and Beyond
51:28 Advice for the Next Generation of IT Professionals
52:51 Personal Life and Hobbies of Ru Campbell

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