Ever felt overwhelmed by the complexities of IT in your business? In this episode, we’re getting a behind-the-scenes look at what the IT department actually does (and doesn’t do) for small to medium-sized businesses with my guest, Colin Poon Tip.

Listen in as Colin explains how IT can support your business goals, not simply sell you on the latest tech. Forward-thinking business owners incorporate IT into their business strategy to help plan for the future.

As a global IT consultant, Colin helps companies with networking infrastructure. He serves high-profile clients, including a prominent restaurant chain. I know you’ll appreciate his fresh take on IT, his candid view on AI, and an uncommon side of most IT professionals, his love of cooking for creativity.

Important Sections of the Conversation:

• (0:30) Meet the Guest: Colin Poon Tip
• (3:06) Debunking the Myth That IT Is a Non-Revenue-Generating Department
• (5:21) Should Small Businesses Use AI?
• (16:03) Why You Should Integrate IT Into Your Business Strategy
• (21:02) IT Isn’t About Tech, It’s About Support
• (24:55) The Link Between IT and Creativity

Resources Mentioned:

• Deep Seek
• The Dunning-Kruger Effect
• Connect with Colin

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