Embarking on a career in EA can feel a bit overwhelming. To put it in simple terms: starting your career in EA can be a challenge!

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Practical career advice for those entering Enterprise Architecture, emphasizing that EA is fundamentally about understanding the business rather than mastering frameworks or tools. Key guidance includes: prioritizing business understanding over technology obsession, acting as a bridge between business and IT rather than a compliance gatekeeper, building credibility through relationships and outcomes rather than polished diagrams, and developing durable skills like critical thinking, storytelling, and facilitation. The post stresses patience and influence as core career assets, noting that tools and frameworks will change but these foundational skills endure.

Starting Your Career in EA • EAWheel