Cracking the Code to Career Success — Live on the SchmidtList Podcast
I had a great opportunity to be a guest on the SchmidtList with Kurt Schmidt. Kurt is President and Partner at Foundry and a business coach at Schmidt Consulting.
This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the MnTech Careers 1.0 event.
Kurt summarized the key takeaways in the show notes:
🌱 The Growth Mindset:
– Confidence is crucial but complement it with humility to conquer impostor syndrome. — Be a perpetual learner — stagnation is the enemy in this fast-paced tech landscape. — Embrace curiosity and expand knowledge beyond your domain to stay relevant.
🤝 The Power of Networking & Mentorship:
– Prioritize aligning with a company’s values and mission — where you contribute matters. — Leverage networking for opportunities; it’s not just what you know, but who you know. — Seek diverse mentorship and guidance — growth often comes from unexpected places.
💡 Career Advancement Strategies:
– Conveying your ideas is as important as crafting them — hone your persuasive skills. — Look internally for growth; if a role doesn’t fit, angle for the one that does. — Offer value in your network; it’s about giving as much as you take.
Here’s the episode. Enjoy!
https://kurtschmidt.me/cracking-the-career-code-live-show/
If you’d like to check out my previous appearances on other podcasts, look here:
- Zach Talks about the Potential and Perils of AI in IT on the Altitude Podcast
- Zach Talks about Current Leadership Issues on the Emerging Technologies in Business Podcast
- Zach Talks about Cloud Transformation Leadership on the Change Agent CTO Podcast
- Zach Talks About Leadership Development with Engel Jones on the 12MinuteConvos Podcast
- Zach Talks About IT Transformation on The Schmidt List Podcast (Episode #1!)
- Zach Talks Leadership on Hello Tech Pros Podcast
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