Career Design Patterns Podcast

[smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/hellotechpros/CDP-6.mp3″ title=”5 Steps to Get a Job in Tech” twitter_username=”careerpatterns” ] Developers often ask me “Should I even look for a job?” Usually, they ask for one of three reasons. They don’t have a job.They are worried about losing their current job.Their current job doesn’t fulfill their desires. What’s really going on Some people…

Many software developers and IT professionals struggle with a negative mindset and it holds them back in their career. Here’s what you need to do to overcome the internal obstacles holding you back.

This week I answer 3 questions from the @CodeNewbies Q&A tweets.

Q1: What do you feel would help you stand out when applying for a job in tech? #CodeNewbie

A1: Understand your audience and speak their language. Know the business value of each of your skills. Be honest and say “I don’t know. Here’s how I would…

In this episode I discuss the origin story of Hello Tech Pros, the social anxiety and soft skill disadvantages I overcame and how I help software developers and IT professionals get better jobs, make more money and have a bigger impact on the world.