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Nerd Journey: Career Advice for the Technology Professional

John White | Nick Korte
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Are you a technology professional unsatisfied with your current role? Looking for a resource to help understand changing job functions, changing organizations, or gaining recognition and progression? The Nerd Journey podcast helps explore alternative roles, increase job satisfaction, and accelerate career progression. Each week, we uncover patterns of technical career progression by dissecting car... more

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As managers inherit larger teams inside flatter organizations, we might immediately point out the challenges. But what about opportunities? Despite the trend, those who seek to lead (in a management capacity or otherwise) have the chance to intention... more

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What happens when layoffs lead to organizational flattening, fewer managers, and larger teams? It’s a trend we’re seeing in the tech industry at large right now impacting team dynamics and career paths. To understand what’s really happening and the o... more

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Episode 346 is dedicated to the memory of Todd Cochrane. Todd was the founder of Blubrry Podcasting, a Navy veteran and electronics technician, a geek and lover of technology at heart, a content creator, a podcasting pioneer, and a consistent friend ... more

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Pursuing a role in leadership is one thing, but what happens when you try to return to life as an individual contributor? Our guest, Paul Nadeau, equates this experience to having “resume damage.”

Join us for episode 345 as we dive into the differen... more

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Abby Clobridge
Founder and principal consultant at FireRogue Strategies with expertise in knowledge management.
FireRogue Strategies
Episode: Organizational Flattening: Intentionally Model Behaviors to Build the Culture You Want (2/2)
Shelby Vaklu
Leadership speaker and data consultant with experience in structuring job levels for career paths.
Episode: Organizational Flattening: Intentionally Model Behaviors to Build the Culture You Want (2/2)
Neil Thompson
Founder of Teach the Geek, helps technical professionals improve their public speaking skills.
Teach the Geek
Episode: Organizational Flattening: Intentionally Model Behaviors to Build the Culture You Want (2/2)
Todd Cochrane
Founder and CEO of Blueberry Podcasting
Blueberry Podcasting
Episode: Special Dedication: Honoring Todd Cochrane’s Legacy
Paul Nadeau
Solutions Consultant specializing in cybersecurity at Palo Alto Networks with a background in law enforcement and military service.
Palo Alto Networks
Episode: Stay Calm and Don’t Panic: Translating Military Leadership Lessons to the Corporate World with Paul Nadeau (1/2)
Leanne Elliott
Business psychologist and co-host of the Truth Lies and Work podcast
Truth Lies and Work
Episode: Task Cohesion: Managing a Larger Team in a Flatter Organization amidst a Climate of Uncertainty with Al and Leanne Elliott (1/2)
Al Elliott
Business owner and co-host of the Truth Lies and Work podcast
Truth Lies and Work
Episode: Task Cohesion: Managing a Larger Team in a Flatter Organization amidst a Climate of Uncertainty with Al and Leanne Elliott (1/2)
Daniel Paluszek
Principal partner technology strategist at ServiceNow
ServiceNow
Episode: Finding Drive: The Parallels of Mentoring and Technology Partnerships with Daniel Paluszek (1/3)
Srikanth Bollavaram
Currently leads a product development organization for a consumer packaged goods company.
Episode: Beyond System Building: The Practical Applications of Industry Expertise with Srikanth Bollavaram (1/2)

Hosts

John White
Co-host with extensive experience in IT operations, sharing insights on career development in technology.
Nick Korte
Co-host with a background in sales engineering, focusing on insights that help professionals advance their careers in technology.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Thought Provoking Discussion

    A big thanks to John and Nick for the opportunity on their podcast to discuss my career journey. Both of them are excellent interviewers who are fundamentally curious about career experiences and how it can assist others in their professional development. I look forward to seeing what the next topics will be!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dpaluszek
    United States3 months ago
  • Consistently High Quality

    There is something really special about people creating a podcast that is truly a gift to the world it is meant to serve. The hosts consistently ask and answer the questions their listeners are asking themselves. They are always up to date with the latest trends and needs of those in the tech community. So grateful this pod exists!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cadon23
    United States9 months ago
  • Absolutely fantastic life lessons

    This podcast is a gem. The wisdom from the guest and the depth of the interview a leagues beyond what I find from other techie podcasts. Going well beyond the tech, the topics have a wide variety of breadth, and all are well worth the listen. If you value your career - and life - in IT, listen to each of these episodes twice, and pay attention.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KleeGeek
    United States9 months ago
  • A path to leadership and influence

    I’m listening to the episode with Dale McKay. This is already one of my favorite podcasts out there - but you’ve outdone yourselves here. The insights you’re drawing out of your guest are fantastic.

    If you’re at all interested in mentorship, and in helping to shape the culture of our awesome industry, listen to this episode. Dale has a very inspiring message, one that I think every technologist should hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erik Gross
    United Statesa year ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    There is so much wisdom in both the guests who are invited and the hosts who prepare with thoughtful questions. Very practical and always challenging me to grow as a person and in my career. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason Belk
    United Statesa year ago

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The hosts are praised for their engaging interviewing style and ability to draw valuable lessons from guests' experiences.
Overall, the podcast is recognized for its practical advice tailored to technology professionals seeking career development.
Listeners appreciate the thought-provoking questions and insights that facilitate personal and professional growth.

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Talking Points

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Organizational Flattening: Intentionally Model Behaviors to Build the Culture You Want (2/2)
Q: What challenges will managers face trying to develop good communicators when their team is huge?
Managers may struggle with reaching all employees and getting buy-in, but improving communication skills leads to visibility and opportunities.
Organizational Flattening: Intentionally Model Behaviors to Build the Culture You Want (2/2)
Q: How do you think team leads or technical leads plays into the development of strong communicators?
Team leads can model effective communication skills for technical staff and demonstrate the benefits of improving those skills.
Resume Damage: The Turbulence of Changing Job Levels and Finding a Mess to Clean Up with Paul Nadeau (2/2)
Q: Can you maybe talk a little bit about that decision, like what went into that decision?
It's actually harder to go backwards than it is to go forward.
The Lost Art: Marketplace Heartbeat and Finding Closure after a Layoff with Jason Gass (2/2)
Q: Jason, as you were looking for your new role, was there anything specifically from a I need to fill this skills gap or I'm missing this aspect of the roles that I'm targeting in my job search that I need to try and sharpen at the same time I'm hunting?
Jason realized there were gaps in his skills that he had become comfortable with, specifically noticing trends in AI and container technologies that he needed to address during his job search.
Planting Seeds: Networking and Maneuvering Unexpected Job Loss with Jason Gass (1/2)
Q: Was there a process that you used to get through that speed bump?
I talked to my wife, communicated with colleagues, and connected with a support network.

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Focused on career development for technology professionals, this podcast addresses the evolving landscape of various roles in tech. Noteworthy for its diverse guest lineup, it offers insights from multiple disciplines within the industry, exploring topics such as job satisfaction, career transitions, and personal growth. The hosts engage in meaningful conversations that unpack guests' experiences, providing listeners with actionable advice to navigate their own professional journeys in technology.

Each episode aims to empower individuals by highlighting the nuances of career progression, the importance of networking, and the value of mentorship. Unique in its commitment to discussing both technical and soft skills, the content resonates wi... more

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