Tech-Is-The-New-Black
The video provides various tips on how to achieve a million-dollar salary by working in tech. The speakers emphasize that hard work, negotiation skills, continuous learning, taking risks, and utilizing every tool available are necessary to succeed in the tech industry. They discuss various fields within tech, such as AI, robotics process automation, data analytics, and cyber security, that offer lucrative career opportunities. The speakers also stress the importance of investing in oneself and building a strong network to increase one's chances of professional success in the industry.
In this section, the speakers discuss how it's important to ask for what you feel uncomfortable to ask for during salary negotiations. They explain that you should feel embarrassed when you ask for a salary, and you should always ask for more than you initially want. They also mention that making six figures is a great benchmark, but the conversation surrounding salaries in the tech industry should go beyond that. The guest, Horus, then talks about how he's made millions of dollars from his W-2 job and how there are opportunities beyond just the six-figure benchmark.
In this section, the speaker discusses how hard work is necessary to succeed in the tech industry. While working in tech may not be physically exhausting, it still requires mental effort, and individuals must work hard to be good at what they do. Despite the current economic situation and layoffs, many tech companies are still hiring, and the industry is only growing larger. The speaker also shares their personal experience of going to grad school with a location restriction and eventually landing a job at Microsoft and later Salesforce, emphasizing that the key to success is to put in the work and to keep pushing forward towards one's goals.
In this section, the speaker talks about investing in oneself to achieve success, such as meeting with counselors to practice interviews and continually tweaking resumes until they become efficient. Additionally, he discusses attending events, such as the National Black MBA Career Fair, where he was able to practice his elevator pitch and network with representatives from various companies. By staying focused and committed to his goals, he was able to meet with a Microsoft employee who gave him insight into the company and opportunities for advancement.
In this section, the speaker shares his experience of landing a job at Microsoft during a campus interview. After several interviews with other companies and failing to get a call back from Microsoft, he decides to take matters into his own hands. He contacts the interviewer and reminds him of the great interview they had together. The interviewer agrees and gives him the job. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not waiting for opportunities to come to you, but to go out and make them happen.
In this section, the speaker describes his networking experience and the help he received in preparation for his job interview with Microsoft. He mentions the generosity of people within the industry who spent their time and effort to help him, including Cedric, who provided him with notes and advice. He also talks about how he got the final round set up in Charlotte and how he had to present his own deck after changing it because he didn't want to plagiarize. Despite this, he presented it so well that he blew away the interviewers, and they even looked up the author of the deck to see why it was so good. Ultimately, he got the job offer with a significant salary and stock options.
In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of utilizing every tool available to improve one's chances of success in the tech industry. The speaker emphasizes the value of helping others and paying it forward, sharing his own experience of being helped by others to get to where he is today. The speaker also touches on the recent launch of a private tech community, where members can connect with recruiters, hiring managers, coaches, and other industry professionals to stay up-to-date on industry updates and opportunities. Additionally, the speaker talks about the value of switching companies to advance one's career, especially at the Major League level.
In this section, the speaker shares their personal experience of leaving their comfort zone and joining a new company within the tech industry, which allowed them to learn about new trends and new opportunities. They stress the importance of finding a company with a good recruiting process, so they can find the right fit for them. They emphasize the importance of performing well in one's current role, which can pave the way for future advancement. The speaker also recommends exploring new and emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics process automation (RPA), which they consider to be areas of growth in the industry. They encourage people to embrace change, rather than fear it, and view it as an opportunity to learn new skills and find better job opportunities.
In this section, the speaker discusses how technology is replacing workers and industries, giving examples such as the newly opened unmanned McDonald's and the convenience store in Miami with zero workers. He advises entry-level workers to be prepared and become a Swiss army knife to adapt to the changing job market. The speaker also talks about his role in Tech sales for Tableau, which helps businesses visualize and understand data. He emphasizes the importance of gathering and using data effectively, and building a bridge between analysts and business users. The speaker also sees a lot of opportunity in the data and analytics industry, particularly in making data actionable and providing decision analytics.
In this section, the speakers discuss the lucrative and recession-proof field of cyber security, which can be accessed through boot camps like Syntax Technologies that offer specialized training programs. They also emphasize the importance of negotiating for high sign-on bonuses and other benefits such as stock options and healthcare benefits, which can significantly boost one's earnings and overall compensation package. However, they also caution against squandering opportunities and urge listeners to make wise choices that maximize their potential and avoid unnecessary risks and pitfalls.
In this section, the video's host Chris talks about how a conversation with an Uber driver made him realize how unconventional tech jobs and salaries can be a great alternative to traditional high paying fields such as sports or music. Chris explains how many athletes and musicians make far less than we perceive after deals and agents take their cut, and one can only expect to have a lucrative career spanning a couple of decades at the most. In contrast, tech jobs often pay higher salaries and have an even longer professional life span of 20 to 30 years. He also talks about the availability of remote and coding jobs that don't require a pristine record and offer plenty of opportunities for those looking to get into tech without traditional degrees.
In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself to succeed in the tech industry. He suggests that investing in oneself is as simple as investing in designer clothes or getting a haircut. He emphasizes the importance of accountability and persistence in landing a tech job by sharing that he would prioritize responding to those who message him regularly. He advises job seekers to keep reaching out and being persistent in the pursuit of their goals because the squeaky wheel gets the oil, emphasizing the need for self-accountability and motivation.
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