Episode #3: Mike Semon, Metric IT

Mike walks us through the complexities and interconnectedness of modern technology, explaining why IT is no longer just a back-office function but the backbone of every business. He shares how Metric IT, based in Indianapolis, supports architects, engineers, contractors, and manufacturers-helping them navigate everything from cybersecurity to digital transformation and software selection. Mike's approach is rooted in building long-term relationships, providing proactive consulting, and ensuring clients' systems evolve with their business goals. Listeners will also hear Mike's unique journey from civil engineering to IT entrepreneurship, the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses in the age of AI, and why he believes optimism and curiosity are essential for business owners tackling technology. Plus, get a glimpse into Mike's life outside the office-from playing rock and roll to racing cars. Whether you're a business owner overwhelmed by tech choices or just curious about how IT shapes the world around us, this episode offers practical wisdom, a few laughs, and a reassuring reminder that with the right partner, technology can work for you-not against you.