The Programming Podcast The BIGGEST Reason Some Devs Get More Interviews Than Others
Sep 11, 2025
Two developers, identical in skill, reveal how process trumps talent in job hunting. They discuss targeted company research and warm outreach strategies that attract attention. Learn how to overcome interview hurdles with effective communication and the Thrive framework to share your narrative. Innovative AI voice tools for interview prep are explored, emphasizing self-reflection. The importance of kindness and persistent effort in navigating the tech job market is highlighted, showcasing that success is more than just technical knowledge.
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Process Beats Talent
- Process matters more than raw talent for getting interviews; identical skill can yield very different outcomes.
- Audit your job hunt like production: inputs, controls, bottlenecks, and metrics matter.
Build A Targeted Local Company List
- Build a targeted, local-first company list independent of job boards and research employees there.
- Reach out to people you find, ask for coffee chats, and prepare those conversations with specific goals.
Coffee Chat With CVS Engineering Manager
- Leon describes coaching a 100 Devs member who set up a coffee chat with a CVS engineering manager.
- That single targeted coffee chat illustrated how high-quality prep and local targeting opens big doors.