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#234 - Coding Isn’t Enough: 3 Weird Traits That Predict Success in Tech
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What separates successful tech career changers from those who struggle?
After switching careers into tech at 31 following years of addiction, and mentoring hundreds of aspiring developers, I've noticed some odd patterns and traits of those who make it vs those who don't.
This episode is not meant to discourage you. I hope it gives you a practical idea of some skills you can develop and ultimately, whether you should consider this career path.
I'd love to know your take as well - leave a comment or email me at [email protected]
Shameless Plugs
🧠 (NEW) Parsity's The Inner Circle Program - a highly customized roadmap to take you from 0 to hired. For career changers who want to pivot into software.
💼 Zubin's LinkedIn (ex-lawyer, former Google, Brian-look-a-like)
👂🏻Easier Said Than Done Podcast
Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another Course
Serious about joining Parsity? Schedule a call with me ☎️
Chapters
1. Welcome and Key Question (00:00:00)
2. Obsessive Drive: The First Trait (00:02:40)
3. Natural Likability: Being Hireable (00:05:50)
4. Hustler's Mentality: Gaming the System (00:09:30)
5. Extreme Ownership and Self-Discipline (00:12:43)
6. Final Thoughts and Parsity Information (00:15:25)
237 episodes
Manage episode 479564348 series 3399111
Send a text and I may answer it on next episode (I cannot reply from this service 😢)
What separates successful tech career changers from those who struggle?
After switching careers into tech at 31 following years of addiction, and mentoring hundreds of aspiring developers, I've noticed some odd patterns and traits of those who make it vs those who don't.
This episode is not meant to discourage you. I hope it gives you a practical idea of some skills you can develop and ultimately, whether you should consider this career path.
I'd love to know your take as well - leave a comment or email me at [email protected]
Shameless Plugs
🧠 (NEW) Parsity's The Inner Circle Program - a highly customized roadmap to take you from 0 to hired. For career changers who want to pivot into software.
💼 Zubin's LinkedIn (ex-lawyer, former Google, Brian-look-a-like)
👂🏻Easier Said Than Done Podcast
Already a developer? Check out 👉 Not Another Course
Serious about joining Parsity? Schedule a call with me ☎️
Chapters
1. Welcome and Key Question (00:00:00)
2. Obsessive Drive: The First Trait (00:02:40)
3. Natural Likability: Being Hireable (00:05:50)
4. Hustler's Mentality: Gaming the System (00:09:30)
5. Extreme Ownership and Self-Discipline (00:12:43)
6. Final Thoughts and Parsity Information (00:15:25)
237 episodes
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