Hi, I'm Paul.
I’m an author, entrepreneur, and former IT consultant. I’m currently pursuing happiness while working on the next big thing in our lives.
Latest Blog Posts
Review: Microsoft 365 Security for IT Pros (First Edition)
My review of the new Microsoft 365 Security for IT Pros ebook, co-authored by a team of Microsoft MVPs and experts led by Michael Van Horenbeeck.
My 2019 Reading List
Here's the list of everything I read or listened to during 2019, and my thoughts on each of them.
What Happens after You Publish a Book? (and What Am I Doing Next?)
My latest book, Surviving IT, is out in the world. So what's next for me as I look to the future?
Using the 80/20 Rule to Choose a Career Path
How does a generalist choose the right areas of speciality to focus on as a career path?
How to Use a Mentor
Mentors shouldn't be treated as a human Google search that you can interrupt whenever you want to. Here's how to make the most of a mentor in your career.
Side Gigs, Freelancing, and Going Solo for Technology Professionals
IT pros and developers often dream about earning a side income, or even starting their own business. These are worthy goals, but more challenging than they appear.
How to Be Wrong
Digging in your heels when you know you're wrong is only going to make your professional life harder.
How to Quit a Job
Over the first 16 years of my career I worked for 9 different companies. One company was acquired, and the new company went bankrupt. Another company had me on a rolling contract, which eventually ended when they outsourced the role. For all the other companies I worked for I resigned from my job. The reasons…
Why Didn't Your Dream Job Make You Happy?
When your goal in life is to land your dream job, what comes after that?
Is Stress Bad for You?
Is stress harmful or helpful to your personal and professional growth?