Favorite Parts Of Working In The Tech Industry As An IBM Solutions Specialist
Dylan, a Solutions Specialist at IBM, appreciates the tech industry's "fast-moving" nature and constant evolution, citing changes in deployment models and tools at IBM over their five years in sales as an example. This experience, they feel, makes their skills highly transferable, increasing career options.
Technology, Fast-paced environment, Client interaction, Career transition, Professional development
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Dylan Evans
Solutions Specialist
IBM
Lehigh University Class of 2010
UCLA Anderson MBA
Computer Science
Technology
Sales and Client Management
Worked 20+ Hours in School, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. The tech industry is fast-moving and constantly changing, offering new challenges and opportunities.
2. Exposure to various technologies and deployment models makes this experience valuable even if you transition to another company.
3. The widespread use of technology across all clients ensures that the skills gained are highly relevant and transferable.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in the tech industry?
The things I enjoy most about being in the tech industry are that it's very fast-moving. Every time you turn on CNBC or any news channel, you see how clients are using different kinds of technology. It's something that's very relevant and fast-moving.
Even over the five years I've been in sales at IBM, many of our deployment models and tools have changed. We're constantly upgrading them and adding new functionality. The fact that it's a very fast-moving industry is a real positive.
Also, everyone uses different levels of technology. All clients use different levels of technology. So, if I ever wanted to move away from IBM, the experience I've gained there would be very relevant. Those are the biggest factors within tech that I enjoy the most.