Talking Points:
- Importance of Building Your Community
- Training and Cross-Training
- Getting Your First Job
- Specifying Your Job
- Networking Tips
- Developing Communication Skills
- Dealing With Social Anxiety
- Involving Yourself In Events
Quotable Quotes:
- “I think Computer Science degrees used to be a very big deal, I do not believe that anymore.” - JS
- “It has never been easier [ to become a software developer ] and it has never been more challenging.” - JS
- “If your job has the word ‘lead’ in it, if you’re a Tech Lead, you’re the project manager.” - JS
- “Just because I know how to build it, doesn’t mean I should be the person to design it.” - JS
- “As a tech person, you’re never really trained in Management. You have to go out there and get it.” - JS
- “When you have a job already, finding other jobs is easy. But when you are first starting out it is hard.” - JS
- “Do not present school projects as work [ on your portfolio ].” - JS
- “Connecting people is a really good skill.” - JS
- “Look for mentorship wherever you can.” - JS
- “Find ways that you’re comfortable going [ to tech events ].” - JS
- “The tech doesn’t matter, the people matter.” - JS
Notes:
John’s Email
john@freelancecto.com
LinkedIn
linkedin.com/in/johnshiple
Junior to Senior Community
community.juniortosenior.io
