Working In Tech

How do you build teams for the biggest tech companies? On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Jonathan Exume. Jonathan is a technical consultant with a focus on building teams that align personal and company goals. With experience in various technologies including Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Blockchain, Networking, Agile, Cloud Computing, and Python, Jonathan brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. As a Fractional CTO at HBCUMADE and Technical Consultant at Exumatron, Jonathan has led projects that improved collaboration, knowledge growth, and client satisfaction. His expertise is backed by Google and Microsoft Cloud certifications, a degree in Information Systems, and an MBA in Health Science. Jonathan will share his journey in tech consulting, strategies for building high-performing teams, and advice for aligning personal aspirations with organizational objectives in the tech industry. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH JONATHAN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanexume/ Website: http://linktr.ee/iamjon77 CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 3:40 - Growing out of Adversity 16:04 - Self-motivation 28:10 - Building a Career in Tech 40:45 - MBA 45:00 - Helping the Community 55:00 - Getting into Project Management and Certifications 1:04:35 - Building a Network 1:12:45 - BioTech Projects 1:17:55 - Final Words 1:21:00 - Conclusion

Have you ever met someone who builds robots for a living? Well, you're in luck. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Terrence Southern. Terrence is a Robotics, Automation & Artificial Intelligence Specialist with 25 years of experience. As the CEO of Robotopia, he’s implemented robotic solutions for Fortune 100 companies around the globe, installing over 2,000 robots on various projects. Terrence is also the leader and podcast host of the BlerdOut Movement and the founder of Illuminate STEM. His work in the industry and community has earned him numerous awards, and today he’ll share his insights on robotics, AI, and nurturing the next generation of leaders. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH TERRENCE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrencesouthern/ Website: http://www.terrencesouthern.com/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Discovering Robotics 10:50 - Taking Advantage of an Internship 17:10 - Balancing Confidence and Humility 20:50 - Staying Motivated 25:45 - IoT in Robotics 27:45 - Self-learning Robotics 33:30 - Top 3 Skills 40:00 - Making Tech Flashy 45:30 - Best Entry Level Path 51:05 - Nature or Nurture 58:20 - AI Boom 1:00:20 - Final Words 1:01:35 - Conclusion

Is AI the future of sales? Discover the answer this Thursday with Chris Tazewell, a seasoned Customer Success expert. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Chris Tazewell. Chris is a Program Manager of Customer Success with over seven years of experience in sales, solution delivery, and portfolio management. He's a strategic leader known for building high-performing teams and fostering inclusive work environments. Passionate about developing emerging leaders, Chris is a certified change management practitioner and a champion for diversity and inclusion. He's a 4x President's Club Award winner, recognized for delivering outstanding results and leveraging AI to drive business growth. Today, Chris will share his journey in customer success, strategies for building inclusive sales teams, and insights on using AI to drive business growth. He'll also discuss navigating organizational transformations and the transformative power of customer success in tech. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH CHRIS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christazewell/ CHAPTERS 1:40 - Why Tech? 8:50 - Battling Impostor Syndrome 14:20 - Sports in Tech 19:00 - Networking 33:10 - Top 3 Skills 44:10 - Leadership 48:50 - AI in CSM 52:10 - Sales and CSM 53:38 - Public Speaking 1:00:33 - Final Words 1:01:31 - Conclusion

How is this former Google and Microsoft leader bringing affordable internet to millions in East Africa? On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Somet Kipchilat. Somet is a seasoned technology leader with nearly a decade of experience shaping groundbreaking programs for major software companies. At Poa Internet, he leads efforts to provide affordable internet access to underserved East African communities as Head of Product. Passionate about digital transformation, Somet has worked at industry giants like Google and Microsoft. At Google, he redefined the Next Billion Users User Experience Research program, optimizing processes for engineering teams in emerging markets. Somet will share his journey in tech leadership, insights on cloud solutions and product management, and advice for making an impact in the global technology industry. He'll also discuss his current work in closing the digital divide in East Africa. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH SOMET LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skipchilat/ Website: https://sometkip.com/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:10 - The Journey So Far 9:00 - Building Soft Skills 13:20 - Finding a North Star 18:10 - Best Part of the Job 21:30 - FAANG vs Startup Experience 35:00 - Leading Product Teams 39:10 - Building in Africa 46:25 - Most Important Skill in Product 54:00 - Sharing Bad News 59:50 - Doing Too Much 1:02:20 - Certs vs Experience 1:08:20 - Shoutouts 1:09:43 - Conclusion

On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Bolatito, an entrepreneur and strategic advisor at Shopify Plus. Bolatito founded Mychopchop, Canada's first and largest online African grocery store, addressing a need she experienced as an international student. Passionate about improving people and places, Bolatito transitioned from a career in financial services to the tech industry. She now leverages her entrepreneurial experience and industry insights to guide multimillion-dollar brands in fashion, food & beverage, and health & wellness sectors. Today, Bolatito will share her journey from finance to tech entrepreneurship, strategies for identifying and addressing market needs, and insights on helping established brands grow across various channels. She'll also discuss her experience in supporting immigrant communities and building impactful businesses. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH TITO LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/titoalawode/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Entrepreneurship Background 7:30 - Why Tech? 12:19 - Vision and Roadmaps 20:30 - Cold DMs and Networking 39:45 - Interviewing 46:55 - Building Mychopchop 54:50 - Tools of the Trade 56:00 - Salary Progression 58:00 - Being a Merchant in Merchant Success 1:00:00 - Shoutouts 1:03:50 - Career Progression 1:06:00 - Conclusion

In the debut episode of "Working In Tech," we're diving into the exciting world of product management. Discover the ins and outs, insider tips, and the roadmap to becoming a stellar Product Manager. Ready to embark on this tech journey with us? Tune in now! 🎙️ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and smash the notification bell so you don't miss out on next week's segment.#TechCareer #ProductManagement #workingintech CONNECT WITH ME: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CHAPTERS Intro - 0:00 History Major to Product Management - 2:46 Job Search Strategy and Interviews - 9:39 Early Career Challenges - 19:25 Salary Progression - 27:38 Tech Trends - 31:00 Advice for Newbies - 40:40 Learning Business in Tech - 50:20 Conclusion - 56:20

On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Ayotomide Alo. Ayo is a Business Analyst with over a decade of experience in technology solution projects, specializing in Process Improvement, Automation, and Robotics Process Automation (RPA). As a Data Analyst, Ayo has worked extensively on productivity data analysis and reporting, from data cleaning to visualization, and from data gathering to storytelling. He's also a founding partner at HiTech Blitz Consulting, where he helps businesses make informed decisions through data analysis. Today, Ayo will share his journey from a background in English Language and Communication Management to becoming a tech expert, his experience in data analysis and visualization, and how he's helping newcomers start their tech careers through training programs at HiTech Blitz Consulting. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH AYO LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayotomide-alo/ Website: http://www.hitechblitz.com/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Communication to Tech 7:50 - Fitting In as An Immigrant 12:45 - Building a Network 19:32 - Data Analyst Skills 22:40 - Storytelling in Data 30:50 - Certifications 35:15 - Building a Startup 38:17 - AI In Tech 52:30 - Culture Shock 54:50 - Learning Resources 57:00 - Tips for Newbies 1:03:45 - Shoutouts 1:07:10 - Conclusion

On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Miriam, a Partner Success Manager at ApprovalMax. With a hands-on approach, Miriam guides clients through the onboarding process, ensuring they are set up for success. She helps businesses streamline their financial processes and improve their operations using technology. Today, Miriam will share her experience in the tech industry, her role in helping businesses adopt new technologies, and how to kickstart a career in the B2B space 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH MIRIAM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriam-owusu-405aa9231/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:01 - Playing Soccer and Tech 6:40 - Breaking into Tech 11:35 - Networking 19:45 - 3 Skills to Have 29:50 - Certifications 33:45 - Community 44:10 - Switching Industries 50:23 - Building Confidence 53:05 - Job-hopping 56:50 - Salary Progression 1:02:30 - Good Reading 1:03:25 - Shoutouts 1:05:10 - Conclusion

On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Shaundai. Shaundai is a Senior Software Engineer at Netflix and a TC39 Delegate based in Atlanta, GA. She's passionate about making programming interesting and approachable for all. Shaundai shares her expertise through her work as a course instructor at [tsforjs.com](http://tsforjs.com/) and as a technical blogger. Her efforts focus on breaking down complex programming concepts and making them accessible to a wider audience. Today, Shaundai will share her journey in software engineering, her experience as a TC39 Delegate, and her approach to creating engaging tech education content. She'll also offer advice for aspiring developers looking to enter the field and make their mark in the tech industry. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH SHAUNDAI LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaundai/ Twitter: https://x.com/shaundai Blog: http://www.tsforjs.com/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Why Tech? 4:00 - Sales to Engineering 19:36 - Community and Self-learning 35:30 - Passion and Success 39:39 - Biggest Surprise 44:05 - Cold DMs 52:33 - Using Sales Skills 54:45 - Salary Progression 57:50 - Shoutouts! 1:01:10 - Referrals 1:05:10 - Conclusion

On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Nomi Nazeer. Nomi is a Global Business Strategy Manager at Microsoft with 25 years of experience across various business functions in tech. At Microsoft, he drives business architecture for Data Security and Data Governance in the era of AI. Passionate about collaboration, Nomi has worked in retail, sales, channel development, partner alliance management, global marketing, events, market research, business strategy, and business operations. His strength lies in helping people and organizations work together to build value-rich businesses while nurturing partner alliances for mutual success. Today, Nomi will share his journey through different tech roles, insights on building successful partnerships, and advice for adapting to new technologies like AI in the business world. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH NAUMAN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nauman-nomi-nazeer-he-him-52062919/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 2:49 - Why Tech? 9:30 - Career Trajectory 17:18 - Advice for Newcomers 23:00 - Learning Sales 31:55 - Top 3 Skills 45:45 - Certifications 47:45 - Standing Out 50:55 - Salary Progression 53:10 - Networking 1:01:55 - Final Words 1:03:35 - Conclusion