135. How to Get a Job in Tech: Insider Advice from Industry Veterans John White and Nick Korte

Truth, Lies and Work

Welcome to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network. Join hosts Leanne Elliott, chartered psychologist, and Al Elliott, business owner, as they dive into the latest trends, insights, and practical advice to help you navigate the world of work.

In today’s episode, we’re giving you a crash course in technology careers. Whether you’re looking to break into the industry, considering a career change, or simply curious about the tech world, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.

We’re joined by John White and Nick Korte, co-hosts of the Nerd Journey podcast, who share their decades of combined experience in various tech roles. They discuss what it really takes to build a successful career in the tech sector.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Wide Range of Tech Roles
• Getting Started in Tech
• The Importance of Tinkering and Curiosity
• The Reality of Tech Interviews
• Salary Insights and Career Progression
• Navigating Tech Company Culture
• Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Evolving Field
• Personal Stories

Resources Mentioned by John and Nick

1. Episodes on the Principal Engineer Role: For a list of discussions on the principal engineer role and its significance in the industry, visit Principal Engineer Episodes.
2. Max Kanat-Alexander (3 Episodes):
3. Part 1: Embracing the Open Source Spirit
4. Part 2: Succession Planning and Delegation Skills
5. Part 3: Scope Creep and Focusing on Essential Work
6. Ethan Banks: Discussion on doing work uniquely suited to your skills – Ethan Banks Episode.
7. Erik Gross's Tech Academy: Insights on coding bootcamps and leveraging valuable knowledge – Erik Gross Episode.
8. Kenneth Ellington and His Cyber Academy:
9. Part 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
10. Part 2: Nurturing Cybersecurity Talent Development
11. VMware Explore 2024 Presentation: John’s talk on technical career progression, including slides and video – Uncovering the Patterns of Technical Career Progression.

Connect with John White & Nick Korte

• Nerd Journey Podcast: nerd-journey.com
• Email: [e-mail]
• LinkedIn – Nick Korte: Nick Korte
• LinkedIn – John White: John White

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• UK: Mind offers mental health support and information. For those in distress, call Samaritans at 116 123 or email [e-mail].
• US: Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
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