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Building Community in the Tech Era with Garrett Love EP17
Feb 15, 2024
Join Garrett Love, founder of Lyfer, as he discusses addressing loneliness through technology, insights into community building in tech, and strategies for thriving in the startup world. Explore his transition from advertising to software engineering and the importance of intrinsic motivation in entrepreneurship.
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Quick takeaways
- Adaptability and continuous learning are crucial in tech industry community building.
- Early aspirations are pivotal in driving entrepreneurial innovation and career evolution.
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Garrett's Transition to Software Engineering
Garrett Love, originally an advertising student, pivoted to software engineering after encountering challenges with an outsourced project during college. He self-taught coding to overcome dependencies, leading him to secure a coding job upon graduation. Despite initial difficulties due to lack of formal training, Garrett's perseverance and online courses helped him transition smoothly, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in career shifts.
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