The Tech Pivot

This week on The Tech Pivot we take a moment to reflect on some of the conversations we've had so far on the podcast, while also looking ahead to what's coming next in the tech industry. Do we still value human connection as it pertains to technology after everything that's happened with the COVID-19 pandemic? What's the state of the coding bootcamp market in 2021 and beyond? We answer these questions and more in this special season 1 finale episode! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

In this week's episode we speak with Corey and Edwin, who are both just beginning their data science journeys and learning how to code. They tell us all about their successes and failures so far, and what strategies they use when learning difficult coding concepts. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

This week we speak with Kevin Ong; one of the best people to ask what the Hack Reactor Software Engineering Immersive is really like because he went through it and now teaches it! He is now the Lead Technical Mentor at Hack Reactor's San Jose campus and graciously gives us a window into the Hack Reactor program and how best to navigate its complexities. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

The Technology Ambassador for Austria & Co-Director of Open Austria, Martin Rauchbauer, takes time to workshop with us on a vision for the future. Concrete, actionable, and holistic advice rules the day with a healthy dose of authenticity. For those who are confused where the world is heading, what's next post-COVID-19, and how each of us can create a better future; this is an unmissable episode. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

This week Laura Holt, Career Services Manager & Career Coach at Galvanize, joins us to discuss how to leverage your LinkedIn to make your digital brand really stand out. This episode is full of helpful tips & tricks you won’t want to miss, especially if you’re job searching! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

This week Ben Fox, career services manager at Galvanize, helps you transform your career by providing an inside scoop into the Hack Reactor & Galvanize Career Services. Ben also offers fantastic evergreen advice for those searching for jobs in the tech industry!If you have any other questions for Jacob or Chris feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

Today Andrew Vargas, serial entrepreneur & career coach at Galvanize, is looking to give you a virtual hug! Our fascinating conversation with Andrew spurred countless takeaways aimed to help you in your tech career. If you have any other questions for Jacob or Chris feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

This week we dive deep into the beginning stages of learning how to code from two people starting to learn from scratch! Jason, a current Hack Reactor student, and Ferrell, a student in the Premium Prep Program for Hack Reactor, offer sage advice to individuals who are curious how to get started and how to continue learning. If you have any other questions for Jacob or Chris feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

This week we're all taking shots of T'kheya! (Pronounced Tequila without the "L") T'kheya Yisrael currently is just beginning to learn how to code and took the time to walk us through her first-hand experience.She currently works as a Sales Account Manager & runs a career coaching business on the side, feel free to reach out to her on LinkedIn or through her website.If you have any other questions for Jacob or Chris feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community!

In this week's episode we speak with Gizem Yalcin, a doctoral candidate in marketing at the Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), about how technology affects the way consumers behave and perceive positive/negative messaging. Do humans trust an AI to give them suggestions, or do we still prefer a real human to be on the other end of the conversation? Listen to this episode to find out! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

This week we speak with US Navy Veteran, Fergie (Samantha Fergus), the Evangelist for Galvanize's Military Career Skills Program (MCSP) about her experience joining the tech world after leaving the armed forces. She works with veterans every day as they try and navigate the transition into the tech industry, just as she did.If you'd like to speak to her feel free to reach out to Samantha.Fergus@Galvanize.com!If you have any questions for Jacob or Chris feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

The Director of Career Services at Galvanize, Crew Spence, speaks to The Tech Pivot and shares his professional story where he started out mopping floors in order to become a professional wrestler. He teaches us how to get a job, how to stay focused, and other fundamental tips in order to blossom into the best version of ourselves. It's no wonder he's helped thousands of students achieve their dream jobs in the technology sector. This one is worth listening to at least twice! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

Welcome Back to The Tech Pivot! This week, we have a special live & interactive podcast on Clubhouse. For those who are a part of the Galvanize Tech Community, send a message to Chris Hilton or Jacob Knopf and we'll make sure you have access. For those who aren't yet a part of the Galvanize Tech Community click on the link in the description!https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

Check out this latest episode of The Tech Pivot if you want to learn more about cryptocurrencies, and how to network like a pro. In this episode we speak with Alex Benfield, a Crypto Analyst at Weiss Ratings, who shares his thoughts on the crypto industry, how cryptocurrencies are used, and how he goes about creating meaningful relationships. You definitely don't want to miss this one! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

Listen to this episode if you want $1000 worth of career coaching advice from Chris Pohalski, the Career Services Manager for Galvanize's San Francisco campus. In this episode we talk about everything from productivity strategies to black hole research using lasers developed to predict Einstein's gravitational theories. Don't miss the opportunity to listen to one of the world's leading experts in career coaching for software engineers and data scientists! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

Happy International Women's Day! In this week's episode Galvanize Developer Evangelists Liz & LT share their experiences about the importance of practicing self-care with regard to coding bootcamps. Liz attended Hack Reactor so she gives a first-person perspective on the inside of the bootcamp while LT's significant other attended Hack Reactor and she sheds light on her supportive role on the outside of the bootcamp. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

The Tech Pivot aims straight for the hallowed halls of Harvard in the 5th episode. The Former Associate Director of Technology at Harvard Innovation Labs and Lead Technology Advisor, Philip Greenwald graces Galvanize with his two most precious assets: his time and his mind. Check out this episode if you're looking to learn from one of the world's most adept "Teachers of Technology." He has over 12 years of experience building businesses that do exactly that! As a kid visionary, Philip attempted to build a time machine. His prescient capabilities continued on in his adult life as he's helped dozens of businesses realize their vision, some of them reach millions of dollars in investment and a handful of them enter Y-Combinator. Now he travels across the U.S. sharing his vision of what the future of deep human connection looks like with his latest company, Hiwave.io. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

This week we speak with Galvanize Developer Evangelists Kaitlin Bloom and Jim Frank who both have a pulse on how current technology and social media are impacting society. Sit back, relax, and consider how social media has altered our society from in-person social interactions that have now evolved into consummatory feeds of information we rely on for everything from what news is important to who is important. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

In the 3rd episode of The Tech Pivot we learn from Lee Ngo, first & foremost an Educator but also an Innovative Leader, a Programming Entrepreneur, a Community-Based Podcaster, & A Filmmaker with Social Media Skills. To us, he's a "Superman," funnily enough his friends have verified he has the skill of "superhuman flight." Check out this episode if you're looking to learn how to be successful. Here's a hint: It's all in your mindset. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

In this episode, we speak with Kelly and James about how they got started in the tech industry! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

Tune in this week as we speak with Navira and Brooks about how they transitioned into the tech field! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam

Welcome to The Tech Pivot!  We're your hosts, Jacob and Chris. This podcast is designed to transform education in the digital world.  Give us a listen if you're looking to elevate your tech skills, discover tech trends, or listen to experts.  One of our goals is to be a pineapple;  which means to embrace everyone with warmth and hospitality.  If you have any questions feel free to reach out to us via email at evangelism@galvanize.com or join the Galvanize Tech Community at https://www.galvanize.com/join-our-tech-slack-community?utm_medium=eteam&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2021-eteam