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[Career] Picking What To Work On - Kelsey Hightower
Jan 3, 2023
Tech advocate and Google engineer Kelsey Hightower discusses his career journey, from skipping college to mastering technology. Topics include overcoming stereotypes in the tech industry, navigating challenges, and reflecting on career growth and gratitude.
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- Master current skills and specialize to advance career goals.
- Understand technology fundamentals to navigate industry trends effectively.
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Finding Passion and Building Skills
The speaker recalls his journey from working multiple fast-food jobs to realizing the importance of passion and professionalism in his career. Despite initially considering college, he pivoted towards gaining technical skills by obtaining an A+ certification. This certification instilled a sense of pride and paved the way for his first job as a Bell South technician, marking the beginning of his tech career.
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