S26:E4 - The Ins and Outs of LinkedIn (Laura Thorson)

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Nov 22, 2023

Laura Thorson, Program Manager at GitHub, discusses her transition from music to tech, her experience using LinkedIn to find job opportunities, and strategies for success outside her comfort zone. She also shares tips for leveraging LinkedIn for content creation, networking, and improving your profile.

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ANECDOTE

From Oboe to Code

Laura Thorson pursued music at UCLA, but felt restricted and burnt out.
She transitioned to a coding bootcamp after her mom showed her an article.

INSIGHT

Coding vs. Music

Being a musician can be isolating, while coding offers more collaboration.
The bootcamp experience was temporary and collaborative, unlike her music studies.

ANECDOTE

Bootcamp Camaraderie

Despite the intensity, Laura Thorson enjoyed the bootcamp's collaborative spirit.
Pair programming and shared discovery made coding more enjoyable than music practice.

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