Best so you can experience enjoyment through employment Podcasts (2024)

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#21 Linda Lin 1:25:25

1y ago1:25:25

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00:00:00 Linda talks about how she got into the industry and how she decided to niche down her focus to working with independent restaurants. 20:18 Ben, the host, asks Linda about the benefits of niching down her focus. Linda says that it has helped her to create a more personal connection with her clients and to be able to provide them with more s…

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#20 Loell Wolfries 1:17:02

1y ago1:17:02

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Loell Wolfries is the founder of @artofteams , helping teams work effectively. She has a project manager background and we explored her journey via graduate programs with VW, dreams of working in Spain and working hard every step of the way to achieve her goals. Get bonus content on Patreon Thanks for listening to What do they do? If you enjoy hear…

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#19 Design Sprint Goddess Jing Foon Yu | What Do They Do? 1:24:37

1y ago1:24:37

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Ben spoke to Design Sprint Goddess Jing Foon Yu, who approaches design with a female lens. They spoke about her facilitation approach, confetti buttons, design sprints and her journey as a Chinese-Dutch female through coloring competitions, atlas exploration, graphic design agencies and going freelance and the people who doubted her at their peril!…

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#18 Connecting people with Drew Bathory 1:15:16

1+ y ago1:15:16

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Drew and Ben caught up in May 2023 to pick up a conversation they started in London in 2022 at a conference where Drew, head of experience at Braindate, was leading the Braindate experience that Ben participated in at EdtechX.. Drew is based in Montreal and we caught him between travel to find out more about his role with Braindate alongside his fr…

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#17 Positive pessimist startup co-founder & CEO Lily Elsner | What Do They Do? 1:26:45

1+ y ago1:26:45

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Ben spoke to CEO and co-founder of Jack Fertility, a male fertility startup. They spoke in February of 2023 9 months into the startup’s journey. Lily also works part time for University of Oxford on their Oxford Character Project as a relationship manager, working with industry partners to research the state of good leadership in UK businesses. Lil…

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#16 Finding the One Thing with Brittni Bowering | What Do They Do? 1:13:39

1+ y ago1:13:39

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Event host, facilitator, workshop designer and stand-up comedian Brittni Bowering joined Ben for a chat in Jan 2023. We caught Brittni at an interesting time as she is focussing on finding the one thing after exploring lots of options and roles. The conversation took in the journey from growing up in Canada, to moving to Berlin where Brittni taught…

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#15 We are back with a Season 3 Preview 13:36

1+ y ago13:36

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The podcast is back with new guests where Ben is asking them what they do, and how they got there. In this season preview Ben gives an introduction to the guests where we have the recording in the can and an overview of upcoming interviews we have on the schedule. Dean and I have been super busy but have managed to get back on to the podcast. Ben h…

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#14 Creating Future Ready Graduates with Les McBeth | What Do They Do? 1:01:46

3+ y ago1:01:46

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Les McBeth leads special projects for Future Design School. Based around their persona of a future ready graduate Les brings the various projects together across schools, higher education, corporate and community. We discussed the role and how Les got from a small Oil town in Canada to the role via some different degrees, studying in Lancaster, wor…

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#13 Wakeboarding, Events and Alt Education with Matt Crowhurst | What do they do? 1:14:23

3+ y ago1:14:23

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Matt Crowhurst is a former professional wakeboarder who now hosts and commentates on live events in arena cross, equestrian and wakeboard events. We spoke about the challenge of working in live events during 2020 and into 2021 with Covid-19 restrictions. Matt and Ben discussed Matt's initial water skiing, wakeboarding and journey to hosting a varie…

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#12 Education through Skateboarding with Brent Lewis | What do they do? 1:05:26

3+ y ago1:05:26

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Brent took us through his journey to creating Far Skate Academy, where he provides education for young people through Skateboarding. Creating the boards, marketing the shop, filming skaters and art for boards provides a wide range of skills for the young people. Brent was a young skater who left school with few qualifications, however his passion t…

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#11 Running Charities with Jemina Talja | What do they do? 1:00:56

3+ y ago1:00:56

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Speaking in December 2020 Ben and Dean caught up with Jemina Talja, who works across two charity organisations. Jemina is CEO of Adventure Ashram and Grants and Trust Coordinator for Hope Health Action. Jemina shared how she discovered her passion for international development and women's rights. This informed her studies but she has returned to th…

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#10 UX Design with Emmanuel Akintaro | what do they do? 58:00

3+ y ago58:00

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Ben and Dean spoke to Emmanuel in December 2020, to find out what an user experience designer does, the experience of building a business with his college friend, Lawrence and what inspired him to move from a keen illustrator to building user experiences in websites and apps. Emmanuel shared his journey from his nursery report where he 'could be fo…

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#9 Becoming an Actor with Amy Trigg | What do they do? 1:09:40

3+ y ago1:09:40

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Ben and Dean were joined by Amy Trigg. Amy is an actor and writer who was recently announced as winner of THE WOMEN’S PRIZE FOR PLAYWRITING 2020 (Ellie Keel Productions and Paines Plough). Amy's theatre work has been disrupted by Covid when we spoke in late 2020, previously she had been touring with the Royal Shakespeare Company. You can check out …

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#8 Ben & Dean | What do they do? Season 1 Review 25:08

3+ y ago25:08

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Ben and Dean identify the themes from all the interviews in the first series. Whilst reflecting on the conversations they had, they discuss imposter syndrome, building a network, finding a champion and qualifications. Join them for this meandering chat before season 2 of What Do They Do? launches in early January 2021. Get bonus content on Patreon …

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#7 Building a Jewellery Business with Holly Daniels Christensen | What do they do? 52:15

4y ago52:15

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This week, Ben and Dean speak to Holly Daniels-Christensen, founder of Dune Jewelry, an experiential jewelry company which uses sand and natural elements from your most cherished memories to make bespoke pieces. Listen to hear how Holly left home at 15 and picked up experience in numerous jobs before starting her own business on the side of full ti…

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#6 Microplastic Impact and Research with Imogen Napper | What do they do? 1:04:46

4y ago1:04:46

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Imogen Napper joined Dean and Ben remotely from her home in Plymouth. As usual we started by asking what she wanted to be growing up. Imogen is a great example of someone who was not sure what she wanted to be growing up and has ended up in a career and area of work she did not predict herself. Imogen reminisces about her school project to find the…

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#5 Leadership with Jeminatu Alabi-Isama | What do they do? 1:02:55

4y ago1:02:55

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Jeminatu Alabi-isama grew up in Boston, Massachusetts. In this chat with Jem, Ben and Dean delve into the path she saw for herself growing up as she moved through school and university. Working in the USA, Africa and now Europe, the skills she picked up outside the classroom really shaped her career. Through the conversation we find out about Jem’s…

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#4 Training and Social Enterprise with Lawrence Tijjani | What do they do? 1:05:05

4y ago1:05:05

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Lawrence met with Dean and Ben online during COVID-19 lockdown. Lawrence spoke about his time growing up through to his work now. Check out Lawrence's current work via justaguy.co.uk Follow Lawrence on social media: Twitter | twitter.com/justaguy_lt Instagram | instagram.com/justaguy_lt Get bonus content on Patreon Thanks for listening to What do t…

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#2 Building Innovation with Caitlyn Lewis | What do they do? 48:23

4y ago48:23

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At the time of interview Caitlyn was working in a large multinational, building innovation culture. Caitlyn grew up in South Africa. She studied social sciences at university before beginning work in sales for an international company, while in Cape Town. and moved to a start up, creating the sales department. Now working on an MBA, Caitlyn has alw…

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#1 Introduction | What do they do? 14:35

4y ago14:35

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Meet the hosts, Ben and Dean, as they discuss why they started the 'What do they do?' podcast. You’ll also find out what they’re hoping to achieve and get a taster of some of the jobs they’ve come across that they’d be interested to hear about. Follow our podcasting journey and keep up with new episodes through any of your favourite podcast platfor…

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Trailer | What do they do? 4:19

4y ago4:19

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Have you ever met someone and thought their job sounded cool? It’s now commonplace for us to switch jobs and industries multiple times throughout life. Some people even have several jobs across several industries at once. On the ‘What do they do?’ podcast, we’ll explore the journeys people have taken to their job to find out what they do and how th…

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Figured out something important today... 15:53

6y ago15:53

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38: Ventrice Lam 1:02:34

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37: Allison Poss 56:17

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36: A Message from Nemo 12:20

7y ago12:20

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Just wanted to share some thoughts with you and connect with you directly! Send an email to nemo@empjoyment.com Additional Resources for your Empjoyment Complimentary 1-on-1 Tech Career Coaching: I'm offering the complimentary personalized roadmap coaching experience to 15 high-achieving professionals who, despite a track record of success, are str…

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35: Every Problem is Solvable (DeVon Lineman - Lead Data Scientist, Forkcast) 50:36

7y ago50:36

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Devon Lineman is no stranger to bad news. Despite completing all of the coursework to obtain a bachelor’s AND master’s degree in mathematics, financial difficulties prevented him from earning either. He approached the problem like any game or sport: with persistence, creativity, and attention to detail. Today, he is the Lead Data Scientist at Forkc…

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34: How to Win the "Numbers Game" and Reinvent Yourself (Andrew Ash - Software Engineer, Amazon) 44:24

7y ago44:24

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Resetting your career to pursue a life of your design provides its challenges. Those challenges are unique to each individual, but there are certainly frameworks we can utilize to help guide our progress to overcome them. Andrew Ash shares his most powerful framework, which we'll call "Playing the Numbers Game" for us on today's episode. You'll get…

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33: There's Never The Right Time to Make a Change (Larry Port - CEO & Founder, Rocket Matter) 44:05

7y ago44:05

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Listen to this episode to hear Larry share: Approaches to convert angry and difficult customers to raving fans Considerations for several items of interest when starting a company including funding (self and venture capital), ownership structures, and scaling your business over time Suggestions on how to make the most of your time working for other…

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32: Rejection is not a reflection of you as a person (Amanda Oliver - Content & Brand Strategist, OrionCKB) 1:07:50

7y ago1:07:50

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Subscribe to listen to this episode as we discuss how to: Determine your transferable skills from a prior role, industry, company to your new opportunity Utilize several tools to get clarity on how to figure how that you want from your work experiences Trust your intuition without guidance and a detailed call to action from your manager Enjoy full …

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31: Focus on Solving Problems that Interest You to Find Joy in your Tech Career (Elan Greenberg - Senior Manager, DoorDash) 56:55

7y ago56:55

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Listen to this episode to hear Elan share: His lessons learned from his transitions from the Marines to Investment Banking to Senior Manager at DoorDash, a fast-growing technology company focused in on-demand delivery The methodical approach he used to structure his job search and systematically identify the companies and people he wanted to solve …

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30: If you're Not Happy, Change it! (Jess Bertling - User Experience Developer, NewBoCo) 1:10:30

7y ago1:10:30

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Listen to this episode now to learn how to: Pilot your own side project that both builds experience in areas you want to grow in and benefits your organization Navigate the structure of the development platform GitHub used by developers worldwide Identify resources available to help you make your next career transition, regardless of your location …

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28: How to Align your Work with what's Truly Important to You at Your Core (Dorianne St. Fleur - HR Business Partner and Career Coach) 53:51

7y ago53:51

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Listen to this episode now to learn how Dorianne: Navigates the transition from being a top performer in her role in the finance industry she knew well to finding her way to similar levels of success in tech Shares how “fast-paced” work environments have differed throughout her experience in tech industry and finance Empowers women to take charge o…

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27: Keep Taking Swings to Achieve Fulfillment in Life and Work (Michael Mayer - Growth and Development, Betterment) 1:26:50

7y ago1:26:50

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Listen to this episode now to learn how to: Navigate moving to a new role within your company (aka internal mobility) in a way that continues to grow your career and move you to your ultimate goals of empjoyment Apply an entrepreneurial mindset to your work and side projects Become knowledgeable in a new field in a relatively short period of time E…

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26: Practice Mindfulness to Adapt Quickly in Rapidly Changing Tech Environments (Nitya Shekar - Learning and Development Manager, AppNexus) 1:02:20

7y ago1:02:20

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Listen to this episode now to learn how to: Incorporate mindfulness into your daily activities (without having to add a brand new meditation practice) Design impactful experiences based on best practices Nitya has discovered first-hand Adapt to constantly changing work environments so you can navigate shifts in priorities, team structures, and budg…

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25: Moving Past No’s to Reach your Objective (Claudio Vallejo – Product Designer, Managed by Q) 54:40

7y ago54:40

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Listen now to learn how to: Leverage a series of roadblocks to grow as a designer and build the skills that can lead you to your next role Approach your next product design project from inception to completion through a step-by-step process Describe the difference between product design and user experience design Enjoy full episode notes, discussio…

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24: Volunteer with Non-profits to Build your Portfolio and Impact (Beth Awalt - Communications and Social Media Coordinator) 1:13:08

7y ago1:13:08

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By the time Beth Awalt was ready to find empjoyment through tech doing communications and social media, she had already organized a national campaign on a social media channel with tens of thousands of followers... through her volunteer efforts in her spare time. Beth takes the time to walk us through how you can also gain meaningful experience con…

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23: Stand Taller with Technology and Purpose to Create Value you Believe in (Matt Plaks - Product Outreach, Temboo) 41:06

7y ago41:06

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Join us as Matt Plaks shares how you and others like you can start getting involved now with opportunities in the growing space of the "internet of things". From a personal and professional development standpoint, you'll also gain strong insight into carrying out each day with purpose even when the opportunities may not seem to exist in your curren…

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22: Build Trust with your Clients by Being Candid about your Experience (Anna Jordan - Implementation Consultant, Tyler Technologies) 50:02

7y ago50:02

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Anna Jordan (Higher Education Admissions to Implementation Consultant) shows us the opportunity that comes from being a career changer who is underestimated...and then over delivers on today's episode. Enjoy full episode notes, discussions, and takeaways at https://empjoyment.com/annajordan Additional Resources for your Empjoyment Complimentary 1-o…

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BONUS: Quick Announcement and Opportunity for Empjoyees 8:46

7y ago8:46

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There are some important changes coming to the Empjoyment podcast and all of them work out in your favor! Listen now to hear Nemo explain what you can expect going forward!

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21: Implement Organized Plans to Get your Next Role in Tech (Eugene Nam - Product Manager, Venuebook) 59:11

7y ago59:11

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Do you have to get lucky to get a role role in tech? What if you could create a plan to get from your current job to your next career opportunity in tech and implement it at a pace that you've set for yourself, over a time-frame that feels comfortable for you? How would it feel to give your current employer a month's notice before moving to your ne…

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20: How You Tell Your Story is Just as Important as Your Experience (Sumant Yerramilly – Head of Advertising, Edmodo) 57:52

7y ago57:52

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Reinventing yourself and your career is not an easy feat. In our pursuit of enjoyment through employment, it can often feel like a daunting and unsurmountable roadblock to overcome. How do you pivot your brand from being an expert in one thing (and quite frankly being exceptional at it) that doesn’t fulfill you to a new brand that positions your un…

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19: Apply Your Existing Industry Knowledge to Start Your Career in Tech (Liz Sanders – Information Systems Project Manager, New York-Presbyterian Hospital) 57:39

7y ago57:39

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Have you thought about how valuable your industry experience can be within the tech world? We’re not just talking for startups and new tech companies, but throughout any type of organization. Often times, a background within a specific industry can prove a great differentiator for you as a candidate, and an immense value-add for employers. The best…

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18: Build a Portfolio of Projects and Experiences to transition into Data Science (Jonathan Ortiz, Data Scientist and Knowledge Engineer, Data.World) 1:15:26

7y ago1:15:26

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Data Science is a rapidly growing field within technology. But how do you make the transition into getting your first role? How do you navigate the terms, jargon, technical references and more when you’ve never worked in the role before. Jonathan Ortiz, our featured Empjoyee sheds a light on all of this for us today. Jonathan made the move from med…

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17: Trust your intuition in times of change and uncertainty (Gabs Ricci, Marketplace Analyst - VenueBook) 53:00

7y ago53:00

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Going against the status quo alone and following jumping into a completely different phase of your career can be daunting. There are several forces, both internal and external, that introduce doubt and anchor you into continuing down the path most others take. How do you build the courage, fortitude, and determination to break through the inertia k…

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16: Clarify your Intentions and Take on Experiences to Live Life by Design (Brian Ssennoga, Alumni Program Manager, Global Health Corps 50:32

7y ago50:32

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Not every Empjoyee lives in a place where there is a vibrant tech community. However, today’s conversation with Brian Ssennoga proves that doesn’t mean there couldn’t be one in the future. It just might be up to you to make it come to life, and support that growth along the way. Today’s episode walks us through Brian’s journey to supporting Informa…

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15: The 3 X-Factors that differentiate candidates regardless of tech background (Patrick Burke, Senior Director of Product and Analytics, Scientific Games Interactive) 38:27

7y ago38:27

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As Empjoyees, we're not about following the same path to success as others. We're about finding the best path for you and blazing a trail where you don't have to compete with others to transition into tech. Instead, you're in a whole league of your own. Patrick Burke, our featured Empjoyee today, shares his views on what really makes people enter t…

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14: Take action and Book your Theater to Bring your Career in Tech Dreams to Life Faster (Alli Goldberg, Co-founder, Blogologues.org) 48:59

7y ago48:59

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"Follow your passion" is a common phrase people say when it comes to pursuing a new role. That's all well and good, but how does that translate when you feel that your passion has nothing to do with technology? Alli Goldberg, today's featured Empjoyee makes it clear that there really can be an intersection between what you love and technology. And …

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13: Use Targeted, Personalized Learning Experiences to Build Skills Faster (Maren Engh - Customer Education Manager, Optimizely) 46:06

7y ago46:06

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Getting things done quickly in a tech company is one of the gold standards to success. But how do you manage to do that when you're just one person and there are multiple priorities that people have within the organization. Maren Engh, today's featured Empjoyee, dives into her experience implementing large-scale projects within her role as a Custom…

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12: Delivering Great Results for Clients in High-Stakes Situations (Sam Port, Creative Director - Proscenium) 54:45

7y ago54:45

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You've done it - it's your time to shine, and the pressure is on. The question is do you sink or swim? (Spoiler: You're an Empjoyee - You swim!) How do you: Handle the high-stakes situations that come with switching careers and progressing in your career? Find a way to bring your best self to work and do your best work when you only have one chance…

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11: Turning a 7 year Gap into Tech Career Success (Adele Sanchez, VP of Partner Success) 47:45

7y ago47:45

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Q: How do you transition into tech when you've had a long gap in US employment or have been out of the country for a while? A: Use what you did during that time to your advantage by incorporating it into your story and your differentiated value proposition. Our featured Empjoyee, Adele Sanchez did just that as she shares in today's conversation. Th…

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