Welcome to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network. Join hosts Leanne Elliott, chartered psychologist, and Al Elliott, business owner, as they dive into the latest trends, insights, and practical advice to help you navigate the world of work.

In today’s episode, we’re giving you a crash course in technology careers. Whether you’re looking to break into the industry, considering a career change, or simply curious about the tech world, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.

We’re joined by John White and Nick Korte, co-hosts of the Nerd Journey podcast, who share their decades of combined experience in various tech roles. They discuss what it really takes to build a successful career in the tech sector.

Key Topics Covered:

The Wide Range of Tech Roles
Getting Started in Tech
The Importance of Tinkering and Curiosity
The Reality of Tech Interviews
Salary Insights and Career Progression
Navigating Tech Company Culture
Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Evolving Field
Personal Stories

Resources Mentioned by John and Nick

Episodes on the Principal Engineer Role: For a list of discussions on the principal engineer role and its significance in the industry, visit Principal Engineer Episodes.
Max Kanat-Alexander (3 Episodes):
Part 1: Embracing the Open Source Spirit
Part 2: Succession Planning and Delegation Skills
Part 3: Scope Creep and Focusing on Essential Work
Ethan Banks: Discussion on doing work uniquely suited to your skills – Ethan Banks Episode.
Erik Gross's Tech Academy: Insights on coding bootcamps and leveraging valuable knowledge – Erik Gross Episode.
Kenneth Ellington and His Cyber Academy:
Part 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
Part 2: Nurturing Cybersecurity Talent Development
VMware Explore 2024 Presentation: John’s talk on technical career progression, including slides and video – Uncovering the Patterns of Technical Career Progression.

Connect with John White & Nick Korte

Support with Mental Health and Well-being

If any of the topics in this episode have affected you, or if you need mental health support, please reach out to one of the following resources:

UK: Mind offers mental health support and information. For those in distress, call Samaritans at 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org.
US: Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor.
Rest of the World: Visit Befrienders Worldwide to find a helpline in your country.

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Special: Bong Joon-ho (Teaser)