Career Journey Podcast

Join us in this episode with Mike Tomasello, who shares invaluable insights into creating impactful resumes, effective job search strategies, networking tips, the power of referrals, and mastering job interviews. Tune in to discover how you can transform your career with his expertise. Kevin Herrington from TV's Shark Tank recognized Mike as a top career thought leader. Despite facing early career challenges as an introvert, Mike has led startup and Fortune 100 teams across multiple countries and managed $1 billion in strategic responsibilities. Mike has helped tens of thousands of job seekers, from fresh graduates to C-suite executives, find better jobs. Key Topics Covered: Clarity in Job Search Analyzing Job Descriptions Avoiding Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Reaching Out Directly Effective Referrals Leveraging Existing Networks University and Alumni Networks Interview Preparation Job Search as a Skill Memorable Quotes: "Your resume should be a marketing document specifically designed to get you one type of position." "Stop applying online and track down the name of the hiring manager to apply directly." "By being referred in, you jump to a shorter list of people that are going to be considered." Resources Mentioned: "Dig Your Well Before You're Thirsty" by Harvey Mackay LinkedIn: Maximize your profile, join relevant groups, and engage with posts. Be sure to follow Mike on your favorite social media platform for more insights and advice on job searching, networking, and career success. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and share it with others who might benefit from these valuable tips. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this engaging episode of the Career Journey Podcast, Yoo Jin Bae discussed her journey from project management to software engineering, her experiences in the Dallas Software Development Group, and her strategies for career transition.  Yoo Jin Bae shares valuable insights on learning, creating projects, the importance of curiosity, and her unique approach to job searching and goal setting. Key topics include the nuances of picking projects, understanding your long-term goals, and leveraging continuous learning to build a successful tech career.  This episode is a must-watch if you're looking for inspiration and practical advice for breaking into software development. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode, Akshay, who transitioned from a data science intern to an applied AI engineer, highlights the importance of setting actionable goals, systematized planning, and the role of personal background and family support in choosing his career path in machine learning over IoT. His story underlines the significance of understanding one's 'why' to drive ambition and maintain a balanced life. You can connect with Akshay on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gautam_A_k LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ak-gautam/ Git: https://github.com/Ak-Gautam/ Website: https://www.akshaygautam.me/#contact --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

This episode features Prashant, a software engineer at Clootrack, discussing his career journey, learning process, and projects. He details his transition from monolithic to microservices architecture, his approach to learning new technologies, and the significance of planning and goal setting, using tools like August Bradley's PPV system. Prashant shares insights into managing time, the importance of following passions, tackling urgent vs. important tasks, and the impact of trying new things. The discussion also touches on writing for Ship 30 for 30, networking strategies, and long-term career planning. Prashant's story illustrates the power of curiosity, consistent learning, and strategic planning in navigating a software engineering career. You can connect with Prashant on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/prashanttgs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prashant-sengar/ Git: https://github.com/prashantsengar Website: https://prashants.in/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this engaging episode, Santosh Bhai, a senior software engineer residing in Germany, shares his journey in the tech industry, including his work with Angular, becoming the first Indian GitHub star, and his contributions to the developer community through open-source projects and educational content.  He discusses the importance of work-life balance, overcoming personal challenges, and his passion for helping others in their tech careers, emphasizing open learning and the value of giving back to the community.  Santosh also touches on his experiences with speaking engagements, organizing virtual conferences, and his transition from a managerial role back to a coding-focused position, reaffirming his love for software development. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:57 Santosh's Journey: From India to Germany 01:16 A Deep Dive into Professional Life and Community Engagement 03:04 Balancing Work, Community, and Personal Life 05:51 The Importance of Family Time and Personal Growth 06:54 Transitioning to Remote Work 10:07 Angular vs. React and Beyond 18:11 Building and Leading Communities 20:21 The Challenges and Triumphs of Content Creation 26:00 Planning and Executing a Virtual Conference 27:35 Reflections on Public Speaking and Personal Development 28:38 The Journey from Introvert to Angular Expert 29:14 First Steps into Public Speaking and Angular Contributions 34:50 Giving Back to the Community - A Mission Beyond Money 38:51 From India to Germany 43:11 Adapting to a New Role and Team in Germany 53:02 Reflections and Future Plans You can connect with Santosh on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/SantoshYadavDev LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshyadavdev/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechTalksWithSantosh Website: https://www.santoshyadav.dev/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey Podcast our guest is Nandan Kumar who is working for o9 Solutions, Inc. in Bangalore. Nandan discusses his typical day, emphasizing the importance of balancing work, fitness, family time, and pursuing personal projects in the evening. Nandan ambitions is to contribute more to open source projects and lead scalable solutions from scratch, aspiring towards architecture and product creation roles.  He also shares his journey into content creation, highlighting his decision to write as a medium to share knowledge with the community effectively. Nandan shares his initial hesitations with camera work, embracing writing, and the subsequent benefits it brought to his professional life in terms of recognition and building authority. The conversation also delves into the specifics of his writing process, tools he uses, and his strategic approach to learning and career growth.  Nandan posted tweets on X about data privacy issues on an airline's website and got viral and was covered by BBC, Saudi Gazette, Times of India, Boing Boing, Lallantop etc. You can connect with Nandan on - Twitter: ​​https://twitter.com/_sirius93_ LinkedIN:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nandank93/overlay/photo/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sirius93 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey Podcast, Lawrence Lockhart Jr., a developer advocate at Vaadin, share his diverse career path and the insights he's gained along the way. Lawrence discusses his role at Vaadin, the importance of developer advocacy, and how every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities. He also delves into his personal journey of reinvention, transitioning from the restaurant industry and supply chain management to the tech world, ultimately finding his passion in developer relations. Lawrence emphasizes the value of networking, gratitude for his upbringing, and maintaining a core set of principles throughout his career changes. This conversation not only highlights Lawrence's multifaceted career but also offers valuable lessons on resilience, continuous learning, and the power of a positive mindset. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey Podcast, Brett shares his journey from starting in sales and operations to establishing a career in technology, particularly in quality assurance (QA) and product management. Brett emphasizes the importance of career aspirations, asking for what you want, and strategically working towards your goals. He also offers invaluable advice for anyone looking to break into the tech industry, pivot their career towards technology, or seek promotion within their current path. Highlighting the need for a clear career vision, effective communication, and leveraging personal projects for growth, Brett outlines strategies for newcomers and experienced tech professionals, touching upon the importance of coaching, mentorship, and continuous learning. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:27 A Day in the Life 07:27 Balancing Work, Family, and Personal Growth 19:08 Navigating Career Paths From Business to IT 29:04 Crafting a Career Vision and Building Success Stories 34:43 The Pitfalls of Resume Inflation 35:31 Honesty is the Key to a Strong Resume 36:14 Leveraging Technology for Resume Building 36:38 Real-World Example: Navigating a Tech Interview with Limited Experience 38:42 Effective Communication in Interviews 40:31 Mastering Interview Questions and Showcasing Technical Knowledge 47:16 The Importance of Asking Questions in Interviews 49:33 Following Up Post-Interview is a Crucial Step 51:47 Career Growth Strategies and Seeking Promotions 58:14 The Value of Mentorship in Career Advancement 01:01:14 Message for the Audience You can connect with Brett on - Twitter: https://twitter.com/bretttechcoach Website: http://www.bretttechtrain.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode, Piyush Sachdeva, a Technical Solutions Developer at Google, shares his professional journey in the tech industry. Piyush discusses his work with Google Cloud customers, his specialization in Kubernetes and DevOps tools, and Google's unique' 20 percent project' culture that fosters innovation and learning. Alongside his demanding job at Google, Piyush manages to run a successful YouTube channel focused on cloud technology and career development in tech, helping thousands of developers and IT professionals enhance their skills for free. He also delves into the importance of continuous learning, community contribution, time management, and the power of sharing knowledge through platforms like YouTube and blogs. You can connect with Piyush on - Twitter: https://twitter.com/techie_piyush Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thecloudopscomm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TechTutorialswithPiyush --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey Podcast, Nate, a lead architect, discusses his current endeavors and career journey. He shares insights into working with startup founders, coaching, and mentorship, highlighting the transition from coding to understanding broader business aspects. Nate also discusses his web development experiences and the importance of mentorship for career transitioners and early-stage developers. He touches on the challenges and rewards of content creation through platforms like YouTube and Twitch, aiming to educate others on technology and coding. The conversation wraps up with personal reflections on job searching, networking, and the power of doing something to advance one's career. 00:00 Welcome 00:27 The Journey of Consulting, Coaching, and Content Creation 01:53 Mentorship and the Power of Diverse Tech Careers 03:30 The Twitch Experience: Live Coding and Community Building 04:43 Navigating the Job Search and Interview Process 05:16 Reflecting on the Role of Lead Architect 10:27 Navigating Early and Mid-Career Challenges 12:06 The Philosophy of Career Growth and Finding Passion 20:47 The Decision to Leave Lightbox and Pursue Independent Projects 29:20 Managing Time and Setting Priorities as an Independent Creator 32:41 Mastering Time Management with ADHD 33:20 Discovering Time Blocking and Deep Work 34:28 The Power of Timers and Time Tracking 38:01 Exploring the World of Streaming and Content Creation 51:07 Leveraging Networking and Building Relationships Online 57:08 Mentorship, Coaching, and Final Thoughts You can connect with Nate on - Twitter: https://twitter.com/Nateemerson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-emerson/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey podcast, Kelvin shares his journey from starting as a professional web developer in 2018 to becoming an entrepreneur and his way of building a 1.2m business. Kelvin's mission as a web development consultant is to make web development teams Ship less JavaScript™️. Kelvin is a web developer and entrepreneur from Nigeria and has launched multiple initiatives, including Ship Less JavaScript™️, Boring JavaScript Stack, SailsJs, and Hackfish. We discuss his work ethic, daily routine, and how he effectively manages his time using tools like Raycast and Basecamp. Kelvin also talks about his goals for the future, his approach to project management and decision-making, and his reading habits. He provides valuable advice for aspiring developers and entrepreneurs on focusing, avoiding mediocrity, and continuously learning and doing bigger and better things. You can connect with Kelvin on - Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dominus_Kelvin Javascript: Shiplessjavascript.com Website: https://sailscasts.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey podcast, Pratyush shared his inspiring journey, from pursuing a master's degree in the USA to securing a job in software engineering at a US-based financial startup. Working from India, Pratyush navigates time differences to collaborate with his team across the globe. He shared his daily routine, including unconventional hours, strategic breaks, and personal project time. Pratyush also discussed his approach to problem-solving, continuous learning, time management, and the importance of quality over quantity in his work. He emphasized the essence of passion, code ownership, and constant growth in software engineering. 00:00 Welcome 00:39 A Day in the Life of a Software Engineer 04:51 Time Management and Productivity 10:20 The Focus on Code Quality and Open Source Contributions 14:47 Documentation and Data Engineering 22:38 From Childhood Dreams to Engineering 28:49 Research, Development, and Making an Impact 29:39 Pratyush Robotics Passion 30:29 Finding Inspiration in The Big Bang Theory 31:47 Pursuing Passion for Robotics and Engineering 33:27 Exploring Machine Learning and AI 34:47 The Decision to Study in the US 42:06 From Internship to Data Engineering: A Career Journey 42:54 Contributing to Open Source and Landing a Dream Job 50:23 Reflections on Career Paths and Keeping the Spark Alive 53:32 Advice for Job Seekers You can connect with Pratyush on - Twitter: https://twitter.com/prattyboy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praxs/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode of the Career Journey Podcast, we spoke to Cristina, a self-taught developer who transitioned to tech from studying languages at university. Cristina shares her story, from deciding to switch careers to landing her first tech job and the challenges and successes she's encountered. We delve into the importance of passion, determination, and continuous learning in tech. The conversation covers how Cristina prepared for the job market, including curating a standout resume and leveraging social media, as well as her approach to technical and personal development post-employment. Cristina offers advice to others considering a tech career, emphasizing the value of community, persistence, and embracing opportunities for growth. 00:00 Welcome & introduction 00:55 Cristina's First Six Months in Tech 02:09 From Language Studies to Front-End Development 03:43 Building a Network and Embracing Curiosity in a New Tech Role 05:51 Learning, Development & Bug Fixing 07:51 Future Plans and Continuous Learning 09:15 The Importance of Asking Questions and Learning from Every Opportunity 24:18 Cristina's Pre-Tech Journey: From University to Web3 and Front-End Development 34:42 The Power of Emotion and Determination in Achieving Goals 35:33 The Turning Point: Choosing a Path in Tech 37:22 Strategies for Continuous Learning and Maintaining the Spark 38:13 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing a Technical Journey 43:16 Leveraging Social Media and Community Support in Tech 45:19 The Practicalities of Learning and Job Hunting in Tech 48:55 Navigating Interviews and Making Career Choices 59:02 Question for Vinod 1:00:31 Message to the Audience You can connect with Cristina on - GitHub: https://github.com/C-ZLTV Twitter: https://twitter.com/zlatov_cristina LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-zlatov/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce Umesh, who left his lucrative finance & management consulting career to build an AI startup. Umesh takes us on his transformative journey from the consulting world to the dynamic, ever-evolving AI technology. He shares his stories of overcoming hurdles, embracing relentless learning, and capitalizing on every opportunity that came his way, showcasing his tireless commitment to growth and innovation. This episode explores Umesh's journey of adaptation and lifelong learning and delves into how AI technology like ChatGPT revolutionizes our personal and professional lives. Tune in to hear about Umesh's AI startup's birth during the tech revolution, his take on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and the invaluable lessons he's learned on this transformative journey. You can connect with Umesh on - Website: https://aceondata.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/trading_indian --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

I'm excited to kick off our second season with an episode with VJ, an engineering manager at Google with an impressive tech background. VJ's career journey has involved various roles at Bloomberg, Amazon, and Google. He also has a solid educational background, with a Master's in Computer Science and an MBA. In this episode, we'll explore VJ's approach to career development, goal-setting, networking, and balancing work and life. He has shared many tips for early-career developers and highlighted the importance of a growth mindset, both professionally and personally. Whether you're a seasoned tech professional or just starting out, this episode is filled with lessons and stories that resonate with everyone striving for growth and balance in their tech careers. So, settle in and let's get started on this insightful journey. 00:00 Introduction 01:00 VJ introduction 05:02 Three vital engineering manager roles - strategy, tactics, and people. 06:16 VJ's career development strategies 08:46 Advice for early career developers 12:43 VJ's journey to Bloomberg 21:14 Transitioning from Bloomberg to Amazon 26:10 Transitioning from Amazon to Google 30:19 Setting long-term goals and short-term execution plans 34:05 Balancing work, personal growth, and family life 40:52 The importance of regular exercise and meditation 47:20 Limiting beliefs and embracing a growth mindset 51:29 Thank you You can connect with VJ on - Website: https://vjsinsights.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vjsinsights Topmate.io: https://topmate.io/vjsinsights Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vjsinsights LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vineetjoglekar/ You can also listen to this conversation as an audio podcast on the following platforms. * https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma * Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9Xr96jfPnrIePhX7tt4v * Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/career-journey-podcast/id1596569804 * Google - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy83NTMxNmE4MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw ✨You can change your life one quarter at a time.✨

In this episode of The Career Journey Podcast, Kendall shares his experiences as a young entrepreneur, exploring his pursuits in trading, and music, in parallel with his career in YouTube content creation and gaming. We discuss personal strategies on staying focused, setting goals, the value of learning, and the significance of a strong 'why' in driving our motivations. Kendall also highlight the thrill of experimenting with new things, and share insights on the importance of time management, personal development, and investing in oneself. Join us as we share our personal stories, shedding light on how to make the most out of traditional jobs or branch out into new, exciting territories. Chapter : 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 00:41 Discussing Career Paths and Personal Growth 07:12 Exploring the World of Gaming and YouTube Streaming 15:34 Balancing Multiple Passions and Projects 20:31 Investing in Personal Development and Learning 31:46 The Journey into Affiliate Marketing 33:38 Exploring Affiliate Marketing 34:06 The Journey of Learning and Selling 34:28 The Importance of Dedication and Hard Work 35:22 The Reality of Trading and Learning the Skill 41:32 The Power of Education in Trading 36:59 The Dangers of Blindly Following Trading Recommendations 38:05 The Emotional Attachment to Money and Trading 39:21 The Discipline Required in Trading 47:04 The Shift from Trading to Writing 43:22 A Day in the Life of Kendall 47:21 The Importance of Goal Setting and Time Management 53:16 The Journey of Building a Personal Brand 58:45 The Value of Trying Things Out and Exploring Options 01:03:11 The Power of Having a Reason Why 01:12:27 The Importance of Staying Focused and Not Chasing Shiny Objects 01:13:01 The Value of Complementing Your Main Focus with Other Activities 01:21:47 The Importance of Being Real and Authentic You can connect with Kendall on -

This episode encompasses an engaging discussion with Wes Brown, UX Manager at The Home Depot. The first part highlights Wes Brown's professional journey, transition into graphic design, and building successful teams. We covered remote team management, meeting efficiency, setting clear agendas, using productivity tools, and fostering a balanced remote work environment. The second part focuses on his goal-setting, navigating career progress and personal growth. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Carlos began his professional journey as a genius team member at the Apple store. After dedicating six years to the role, he ventured into the world of coding and experienced a transformative shift in his career path. Embarking on his programming adventure as an intern just three years ago, Carlos has rapidly progressed in the technology sector. Today, he is an invaluable member of the back-end team at AdventHealth. Carlos's inspiring story offers motivation for those at the beginning of their tech career or looking to enhance their skill set. Join us as we delve into Carlos's experiences and uncover how he achieved his current success. You can connect with Carlos on-

In this episode of the Career Journey Podcast we dive into the inspiring journey of Koxy a Web Developer at The Making, Koxy shares with us how she fell in love with user interface design and chose web development as her calling, talks about her unwinding stress as a children's teacher and her disciplined approach towards achieving her goals. Plus, hear about her interests in front-end and , and her love for tech writing. Don't miss this insightful episode of our podcast! You can connect with Koxy on-

In this episode, discover the inspiring story of Queen Arit, who broke into tech at 38 through sheer determination and passion. For six months, Arit dedicated herself to studying every night from 7 pm to 12 am, six days a week, to learn how to program and complete her course. Throughout the interview, she opens up about the critical role that tech played in her life and how her unwavering determination and passion led her to success. From the lessons she learned along the way to the challenges she faced in a male-dominated industry, Arit shares it all in this must-watch video. Whether you're looking to break into tech or simply need a boost of inspiration, you won't want to miss this opportunity to learn from the inspiring journey of Queen Arit. Tune in now and get ready to be motivated! You can connect with Arit on-

Nick is a seasoned software developer who spent eight years studying for his bachelor's degree in Computer Science while working odd jobs to avoid debt. He landed his first job as an unpaid intern and worked his way up to Senior Architect and Development Lead at various technology companies. Now a father of two, he believes that becoming a software developer doesn't need to be difficult, so he's set out to help others land their first job. He draws on his extensive experience to guide others and give them the support they need to succeed. Nick's mission is to help you land your dream job at your own pace. He just launched a 9-week program which will start on March 13th, to covers everything you need to know as a full-stack developer. Learn more at https://nickpickering.com/fullstack/start. You can reach out to Nick at https://twitter.com/NickPickCodes and https://nickpickering.com ✨You can change your life one quarter at a time.✨

Shawn is giving his BEST to live an extraordinary life. He is a speaker, author of 7 best-selling books, creator of Extra Mile Day (Nov 1), and crossed 10 countries in sneakers. In this video, you will get an insight into his life, why he do what he do and a day in her life. “If you want to create a life you love…never stop believing in dreams and never stop going the extra mile.” – SHAWN ANDERSON You can reach Shawn at https://shawnanderson.com, https://twitter.com/ToShawnAnderson Also available on the following platforms:

Scott Russell is a Director of Engineering at AdventHealth. He provides leadership to developers and managers to build consumer teams to build digital products. He is passionate about technology and solving problems using the three options philosophy. This video will give you an insight into Scott's work life. Scott Russell has 40 years of software development and IT experience. He currently serves as the Director of Engineering and is known for his three options philosophy. He is a leader who focuses on building other leaders and has a reputation for being a great mentor to his team. You can reach out to Scott at https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-russell-2a219218/ ✨You can change your life one quarter at a time.✨

Ferran is a Scrum Master in AdventHealth and helps consumer teams build digital products. She is passionate about Agile and believes in agile servant leadership methodology. In this video, you will get an insight into her work life, why she decided to become a Scrum Master and a day in her life. You can reach Ferran at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferran-lam-spc-csm-safe-5-po-pm-0a5b8012 Also available on the following platforms.

Samreen Mongillo, a Life Coach, and Physical Therapist. Her passion is to help you make the significant transformation, achieve your life goals, improve your health and maximize greater joy! I can help you create a lifestyle that fosters more excellent health, happiness, and joy. Samreen created the 30-Day Reset Plan, a customized life coaching plan tailored for you. It will help people change their self-talk, improve their beliefs, and mindset and start creating a healthier lifestyle that will help them minimize stress and cultivate greater joy. Also available on the following platforms.

Shruthi Vidhya Sundaram is an Organic Growth Coach. She created a DM tool kit to help people who overthink their first DM. She helps entrepreneurs to take steps leading to their first client. Shruthi also publishes a free newsletter to help improve your brand's storytelling, and build honest relationships around you, to grow your creative business organically on substack.com by the name of social media conversations. Recently, Shruthi shared how she built her digital product, DM Toolkit. Watch this video to learn and steal her steps, decisions, workflow and thought processes. You can connect with Shruthi at: https://twitter.com/shruthi_o3 She is available on the following platforms.

Wendy Barlin, CPA, is an author, professional speaker and tax strategist. Wendy is the owner and principal of About Profit (aboutprofit.com), utilizing bookkeeping, tax and planning strategies and helping business owners optimize cash flow and increase profitability. Wendy is a published author. Her book,”That's Deductible! Simple Tips and Tricks to Find More Business Tax Deductions”, is available on Amazon. You can connect with Wendy at

Luis started his journey as an Airport security personnel helping at the airport baggage claim. During the day, Luis wrote software programs in a notebook to later type on a computer and run. Luis has a significant contribution to building the AdventHealth Account application, our DevOps, and many other digital properties. You can connect with Luis at - https://www.linkedin.com/in/luis-camilo-688b6b13/ - https://www.instagram.com/luis.a.camilo/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Marcio founded Nerd Digital to help course creators scale their online courses to 6-figures. In this episode, you will see the importance of being specific about whom you are serving and not serving. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Marcio worked with Khe, from Radreads to grow his online business to double in less than 12 months. Since then, Marcio has shifted his focus to working entirely with course creators. Marcio is actively building a team of nimble experts. ree 6-figure course launch slides & video training - https://www.nerddigital.com/flow/andrew-barry/tc-4/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=signature&utm_campaign=beta Additional Resources: ► Connect with Marcio Santos: https://www.nerddigital.com/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/imarciosantos LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/imarciosantos/ ► Connect with Vinod Sharma: https://lu.ma/vinodsharma #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Sheila loved marketing and copywriting. She wanted to apply for a marketing position in her 9-to-5 job, but her supervisor discouraged her. This did not stop her from building her career in marketing & copywriting, and now she is a well-known name in the Twitter community with 20,000 followers. Additional Resources: ► Connect with Sheila Gonzalez: https://twitter.com/DanesaGlez ► Connect with Vinod Sharma: https://lu.ma/vinodsharma Also available on the following platforms. Disclaimer: Some of the links are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. I am very grateful for your support of this channel in this way. Thank you. #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Samantha left her corporate job to become a full-time content creator. Before starting publishing online, she had hundreds of unfinished draft articles. She overcame her fear and started writing on Twitter in March 2021. A year letter, she is helping other people to get over their imposter syndrome, perfectionism, inner criticism and start publishing online. Her book, The Creator's Guide to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, will be released this year. Additional Resources: ► Connect with Samantha Demers: https://lu.ma/samanthademers ► Connect with Vinod Sharma: https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma Also available on the following platforms. ► Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4k9Xr96jfPnrIePhX7tt4v ► Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vinod-sharma/id1596569804 ► Google - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy83NTMxNmE4MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw Disclaimer: Some of the links are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. I am very grateful for your support of this channel in this way. Thank you. #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Meet Scott D'Amico and learn about his career journey. Scott started his career in education and moved into the sales of corporate education. Scott has gone through a self-discovery journey from an individual contributor to a people manager and business leader. Scott is the President of Communispond, Inc (www.communispond.com) and helps the world communicate better. Professionals & leaders from hundreds of Fortune 500 companies have taken help from Communispond to improve their communication ability. Scott also runs the Communicast podcast (https://communicast.simplecast.com). Each episode features a conversation with a business professional about communication skills. ► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond ► Download the ProSpeak® app. Providing users with instant feedback on presentation and communication skills - Apple: https://apple.co/3jTJbqe ► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/You can connect with Scott at sdamico@communispond.com | 704-909-8805 (Work). https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma Disclaimer: Some of the links are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. I am very grateful for your support of this channel in this way. Thank you. #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Bernadette Giacomazzo is an NYC-based editor, writer, photographer, and publicist with a career spanning more than two decades in the entertainment industry. Her work has been featured in People, Teen Vogue, BET, HipHopDX, XXL Magazine, The Source, Vibe, The Los Angeles Times, and more. You can connect with Bernadette at - Website - https://www.bernadettegiacomazzo.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadettegiacomazzo/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/bgwritesstuff Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bg_takes_pics/ All linked - https://linktr.ee/bernadettegiacomazzo https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma Disclaimer: Some of the links are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. I am very grateful for your support of this channel in this way. Thank you. #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Jodie Sacco is a Certified Business Coach serving Las Vegas's local business owners to grow and achieve personal and professional goals. Jodie runs multiple franchisees of ActionCoach in Las Vegas. In this episode of the #careerjourneypodcast, Jodie is sharing her life journey of falling apart and rising every time she fell and recalibrated. You can connect with Jodie at - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/actioncoachlv/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/actioncoachlv Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/actioncoachlv/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC3p90D3Icy7V2DYVNba6NA https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma Disclaimer: Some of the links are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. I am very grateful for your support of this channel in this way. Thank you. #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this episode, meet Vedic Sharma who is a National Merit finalist and studying at the University of Florida. You will learn about his college admission process, his love for robotics and how he is building a strong foundation for his life. https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Noel Dávila works at Money.com as a campaign optimization analyst. In this episode, Noel is sharing his soul searching process to discover his passion and career. You can connect with Noel at Twitter @Noeldavila where Noel shares his experience, learning, and wisdom. https://twitter.com/noeldavila https://www.noeldavila.net https://www.linkedin.com/in/noeldavila/ BOOKS: Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly by Anthony Bourdain - https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Confidential-Updated-Adventures-Underbelly/dp/0060899220 Books by Hunter S. Thompson - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5237.Hunter_S_Thompson https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma #careerjourneypodcast #careerjourney #selfdiscovery #selfleadership #books #readinglist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Barry Lynch is the founder of Paradigm Coaching & Millionaire Life Coaching. Barry's mission is to coach business owners to multiply their income and results. In this episode, we are discussing Barry's journey. He started his first business at the age of 18 years. You can connect with Barry at LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrynlynch, www.barrylynch.com, www.paradigmcoaching.com BOOKS (1) https://www.pritchettnet.com/product/you2 https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Zach is a computer science graduate from Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ. He is currently working at BoxBoat, an IBM Company, in their IT (software development / DevOps) department. Zach is passionate about achieving financial freedom and inspiring others to do the same. Zach likes to connect with like-minded people to discuss software development, career growth, escaping debt, financial freedom, and books on his Twitter account @ZachEHackett. You can connect with Zach on Twitter @ZachEHackett. Other ways to connect, https://zacharyhackett.com and https://bio.link/zachhackett. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this round table conversation, Courtney Schultz, Wes Brown & I discuss 1:1 between a manager and their team members. These 1:1s play a massive role in building relationships with your staff and helping them achieve their peak performance. Courtney's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-a-schultz. Website: https://www.managemeantexcellence.com (Company Website) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/managementexcellence/ Email: courtneyaschultz@gmail.com Wes's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/uxwes/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

George grew his Twitter account from 0 to 18,000 followers in just ten months. This podcast takes you to his journey of finding his calling of serving the less fortunate, building a middle school in Guatemala, using Twitter to make his audience. George provides coaching on growing your Twitter account, life coaching, strategy coaching. He is proud of offering advice to young men who did not have a father figure in their life - men in their 20s from a 55-year-old perspective. His tagline is - "I tweet things my dad didn't teach me, but you should know." George says I was tired of going to church and not living the Words of the Bible. He and his family sold everything in 2012, including their dream home and two successful businesses, and opened a school in a small mountain village. Now they serve the poorest. You can connect with George on Twitter https://twitter.com/OneGSisneros. https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation to create this video, and this is not an affiliate video either. I saw the program, which made me curious to learn more about Thomas and his initiatives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this podcast, Thomas and I discuss Agile transformation and challenges. Thomas explained that many companies are focusing on Agile processes and tools instead of focusing on Agile culture. Thomas poured his 35 years of learning, experience, and journey into this episode. Thomas facilitates a free monthly LEAD (Leaders Executive Agile Debrief) program where participants discuss their challenges and Thomas shares five reasons for Agile transformation having limited results. You can connect with Thomas at LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasbookhamer or visit his website https://program.leadersfactor.com/ Thomas founded Leaders Factor - www.leadersfactor.com and created various levels of programs to help you succeed in your agile journey. 1. LEAD - free program to create awareness on crucial differences in leading an Agile organization. 2. AGILE LEADERS MASTERMIND - Provides agile coaching, leadership, and communication skills needed to achieve cultural influence in your organization's middle and upper tier. 3. AGILE BOOTCAMP MASTERMIND - Provides Core training for those new to agile delivery teams (Scrum & Kanban) and those who would like to gain a better understanding. 4. AGILE LEADERS COMMUNITY - grow your competency through the shared experiences of fellow agile leaders. https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma Disclaimer: I did not receive any compensation to create this podcast, and this is not an affiliate video either. I saw the program, which made me curious to learn more about Thomas and his initiatives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Meet Adam Marx who is the founder of Zero to One Network and has a mission to help you build influential networks from scratch. We are discussing why Adam chose this profession, his soul searching process to find the Aha moment when he discovered his purpose. You can connect with Adam at Twitter - https://twitter.com/adammarx13 or LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammarx13/ https://linktr.ee/vinodsharma --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Meet Courtney Shultz, who has a mission to help you become a better people manager. Her career journey is an excellent example of how you can navigate through various opportunities in front of you to identify your dream and passion. If you are a new manager or want to become a manager one day, this episode is for you. You will not only learn about her journey but get much concrete advice from her experience. To follow her passion, she has founded her company Manage (Meant) Excellence. Courtney provides one-on-one coaching, and her online training course is coming soon. You can reach out to her at: Courtney's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-a-schultz/ Website: https://www.managemeantexcellence.com (Company Website) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/managementexcellence/ Email: courtneyaschultz@gmail.com 1:1 Coaching Sessions Management Foundations: These coaching sessions are to help you start your management career off for success. From how to structure effective 1:1s to delivering difficult feedback to developing growth plans for your team. Online Training Course (coming soon): If You're Going to Manage, Mean It. This foundational course will begin to shift your perspective on how you show up as a manager and how you define success. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

I am joining the Agile Transformation Leaders Network Cohort. It is a professional learning community where participants meet and build relationships with a goal to improve Agile practices in their organizations. In this podcast, Halim Dunsky is sharing details about the program. You can read more at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/agile-transformation-leaders-network-now-forming-second-halim-dunsky. You can reach out to Halim for further information if you're curious about becoming a member of the cohort: halim@fullpresencecoaching.com. You can also watch this conversation at https://youtu.be/gR9381hDjak --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Meet Nadine Karaze, a UCF graduate who joined AdventHealth 6 years ago as a Data Warehouse Analyst, then became a product owner, and now a manager. Like many others, Nadine was unsure what she wanted to study, but she took several steps to explore available programs matching her interest. Nadine said it was a lot of discovery work, patience, and trusting the process. Timeline: Introduction 00:00 How Nadine found what she wanted to become (study) 00:41 How Nadine got her first job 8:05 Discussion on working outside your comfort zone 17:05 Discussion on 100% ownership as a product owner 24:40 Nadine advise to people who want to become a product owner 29:20 Nadine's message to people in college and their early career 31:11 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

In this podcast, Leilani & I are talking about personal goals. We are sharing how we identify, plan & track our personal goals. You will hear from Leilani Batty who is a rockstar when it comes to planning, tracking & achieving corporate goals. She is heading the project management office at AdventHealth. I apologize for the sound quality but don't let it stop you from extracting all the gems from this conversation. You can also watch this podcast as a video at https://youtu.be/TD4JXoupJUI #personalgoals, #goalsetting --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

This video has practical tips for the parents of high schoolers. We are covering college applications, scholarship applications, FAFSA, Bright Future, and a college roadmap. College roadmap will navigate you and your child through the four years of high school. Parents can team up with their children during the high school years and help their children With the college admission and scholarship process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Adrian Sakr is a graduate student at the University of Florida. In this video, you will learn about his college life, goal setting & time management process, and how he handles his finances. Adrian completed his high school at Seminole High School in Sanford, Florida. He was a national merit finalist and received a Benacquisto scholarship which covers 100% cost of tuition, dorm, and other expenses. SCHOLARSHIPS: (1) Benacquisto Scholarship along with Florida Bright Future is covering 100% tuition and boarding expense - https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/PDF/factsheets/FIS.pdf (2) National Merit® Scholarship Program - https://www.nationalmerit.org/s/1758/interior.aspx?sid=1758&gid=2&pgid=424 (3) The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, which is providing $138K in five years to fund Adrian's Ph.D. and research pursuits - https://www.nsfgrfp.org VIDEO TIMELINE -------- WHO IS ADRIAN -------- Intro 00:00 Who is Adrian 00:28 Who is Adrian besides academic 1:54 What Adrian wanted to become in High School vs now 2:24 College admission journey 5:12 About Benacquisto Scholarship 6:30 -------- FINANCE, BUDGETING, INVESTING -------- How Adrian handles his finance & budget 7:15 Free online budget software - https://www.everydollar.com 8:30 Where Adrian spends most of his money 9:30 Comparing time management and budgeting 10:11 Investing in Rath IRA 10:44 Job & Internship, pottery instructor at Reitz Union 12:57 - https://union.ufl.edu/ -------- TIME MANAGEMENT & GOAL SETTING -------- How Adrian manages his busy day (time management) 14:50 How Adrian identifies his big goals and dreams 17:20 The idea of picking the top 3 tasks for the day 21:30 (1) Career & Life Advice from Dr. Pam Schilling, CEO & Co-founder of the Archer Career - https://youtu.be/mNXcPTWhK7w (2) How to build your Career by Dreaming Big, Patience, Relationship with People by Dr. Pam Schilling - https://youtu.be/QAVnRb0w3VU Adrian's big goals 22:16 -------- MESSAGE TO AUDIENCE -------- Adrian message to the audience (importance of being in the moment) 23:16 Closing 24:30 How to reach out to Adrian - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-sakr-a66037209/ #Adrian, #AdrianSakr --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Dr. Pam Schilling is the CEO & Co-founder of the Archer Career. Dr. Pam said, learning time management is a really, really valuable skill. So everybody should give attention to that, especially early in your career, because if you don't do it early, it gets harder as you get more along the later stages and life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Dr. Mulholland is the principal of one of the magnet public schools in Florida. She started her career as a business professional but soon realized that her calling is in education. Watch this interview to observe her career journey and lots of great advice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support

Dr. Rodriguez is the principal of one of the largest public schools in Florida. He started his career in media and broadcasting but soon realized that he is made for education and administration jobs. Dr. Rodriguez's goal is to improve the quality of life in Sanford at large. Watch this interview to not only observe his career journey but also learn lots of great advice from him. Timeline Intro 00:00 Journey of deciding what I want to become 00:45 I like my weekend and that's why I did not like Media/ESPN job 05:09 At what point I decided to become a principal 5:48 How I got an assistant principal job 7:30 The journey from an assistant principal to becoming a principal position 10:25 How do I manage my time and concur procrastination? 11:28 Morning routine 13:47 "I am a list checker" - Dr. Rodriguez 11:43 "I will never miss my son's t-ball game" - Dr. Rodriguez 11:54 "Prioritization is an essential part of being successful" - Dr. Rodriguez 15:07 What is my goal setting method - 15:28 Who is Dr. Rodriguez outside Seminole High School principal - 17:13 Personal goals - 18:18 How do I see my journey so far - 19:15 Dr. Rodriguez message to the audience (high schooler & college student) - 20:13 Advice on how to find. your passion - 23:25 Dr. Rodriguez message to the audience (people in their early career) - 25:45 Thank you and closing - 28:35 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vinodsharma/support