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In this YouTube video, the guest speaker, Cam, talks about his journey into the tech industry and gives advice on how to succeed in it. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, organization, and patience when searching for a job in the industry and highlights the unique opportunities and benefits it provides, including high salaries and flexibility. Cam also emphasizes the need to bridge the gap between the black community and the tech industry, especially by empowering them to start businesses and create generational wealth. He concludes by discussing the importance of building relationships, presenting oneself with knowledge and humility, and staying professional in the workplace to achieve success.
In this section of the video, the guest speaker, Cam, discusses his life before entering the tech industry and how he got started into it. He has been a content creator on social media for over 10 years and has been teaching and assisting people within the community. However, he was facing financial struggles and was searching for a way to make extra money to invest in his business. Initially, he was interested in pursuing IT and had gone to college for it, but he had to drop out due to life circumstances. He later got introduced to tech sales, which he found to be a different and beneficial type of sales for entrepreneurs.
In this section, a Nation of Islam leader shares how he became interested in the tech industry. He was working in B2C sales when his sister introduced him to the content of the Instagram page of the interviewer. One day, while sitting in a parking lot and seeing Tesla cars charging, he realized that there were many investment opportunities available in the tech industry. From there, he explored different careers in the tech industry and discovered the importance of tech software and technical services. He was drawn to the authentic content on the interviewer's page, which led him to pursue opportunities to work in tech even though he couldn't afford the boot camp program offered by the interviewer.
you're just joining, we're in a section of the video where the interviewee discusses his experience with Course Careers and applying for jobs after completing the program. He explains that he waited until completing the course to start applying for jobs, as advised by Course Careers, and was able to take advantage of the program's partner companies who were actively seeking qualified candidates trained by Course Careers. He emphasizes the importance of consistently putting in the work and executing on the information learned in the course to succeed in finding a job.
In this section of the video, the speaker shares his process of job hunting after completing a tech course. He used the support of the career service provider, Course Careers, to build his resume and LinkedIn profile and utilized their email templates to communicate with recruiters. He started off by applying to partner companies and then moved on to companies listed on LinkedIn. He received an offer letter from a company he interviewed with in September and started work in October, just 30 days after completing the course. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of timing when applying to jobs in the tech world, with December through March being a slow period due to holidays and vacations.
In this section, the speakers discussed the reality of finding a job in the tech industry after completing a boot camp. While some people are able to get a job within a month, the average time frame is between two to five months. They emphasized the importance of patience, organization, and hard work to succeed in the industry. They also talked about the difference between working in tech and other industries, highlighting the unique culture and benefits such as negotiating salary. The speaker emphasized that coming from a background that doesn't offer much leverage, getting into the tech industry was a culture shock for him.
In this section, the speakers discuss the unique opportunities and benefits of working in the tech industry. One benefit is the ability to work remotely from anywhere with an internet connection and the flexibility that comes along with that. Accountability for work and progress is placed on the individual, rather than being micromanaged, which fosters discipline and accountability skills that align with owning a business. Additionally, salaries in the tech industry tend to be high, even for entry-level positions, with opportunities for growth and increasing salaries. The financial stability and flexibility that tech jobs provide are also beneficial for those who want to diversify their portfolio or consolidate debt.
driving force behind my decision to bring tech into my community conversations. I want to be that person who provides information and guidance to those who don't have access to it. I want to empower black people to not only work in tech but also to start businesses and create generational wealth. I believe that tech is one of the best industries for achieving financial success and I want to make sure that more people in my community have access to that knowledge. Additionally, I think it's important to highlight successful black people in tech to inspire and motivate others to pursue a career in the industry. Overall, my goal is to use my platform to bridge the gap between the black community and the tech industry and help more people reach their financial goals.
In this section of the video, the speaker discusses how people in the black community can overcome barriers to entrepreneurship, particularly those related to limited access to capital. He explains that while traditional sources of funding like loans and investors are hard to come by, working in the tech industry can provide a way to become your own first investor by earning high-paying salaries that allow for subsequent investment in business ventures. Additionally, learning about business operations and deal-making in the tech industry can provide valuable knowledge that can ultimately translate into success in entrepreneurship.
In this section, the conversation turns to the value of working in tech and its potential to broaden one's opportunities in life. The experience gained in tech sales can teach you a lot about business and sales, which can be valuable for your own company. By pouring your earned income into your business, you may be able to take it to a point where you no longer need loans or investors and become cash flow positive. The concept of banks was developed for people who didn't know how to manage or keep their money, but once you become profitable, you can literally become the bank.
In this section of the video, the importance of relationships and networking in the tech industry is emphasized. The speaker discusses how attending tech events and using platforms such as LinkedIn and GitHub can lead to building strategic relationships, which in turn could lead to business deals or investment opportunities. They highlight the importance of showcasing one's unique story and authentic self in order to draw people in to help build their business. The speaker emphasizes that everyone has gifts and talents that they can bring to the table, and networking is one way to amplify those talents.
In this section, the speaker, Brother Cam, emphasizes the importance of building relationships with people in the tech industry and impacting the community. By doing so, if layoffs occur, people in your network may offer you job opportunities. Brother Cam also touches on how being a part of the Nation of Islam has influenced his experience in the tech industry and how the industry is open to people of color, but it is important to hold oneself to a higher standard in order to gain respect and opportunities. He mentions that showing up professionally and being a man or woman of your word with good work ethic and execution can help progress one's career.
In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself with knowledge, discipline, and humility when entering different industries and boardrooms. It is important to follow the rules and regulations set in place and to establish obedience in oneself before asking for it from others. Networking and community building are also essential in building connections within various companies. The speaker cautions against getting too comfortable and making personal friends in the workplace, as personal information can be weaponized against an employee. Overall, the focus should be on being professional, executing tasks excellently, and going above and beyond in order to gain respect and success in one's career.
In this section, the speaker addresses questions about whether completing multiple boot camps will speed up the job search process and what kind of retirement and medical benefits the tech industry offers. The speaker advises that it's not the boot camps that affect job search success, but rather the interview process and how one presents themselves. As for benefits, this is a question best directed to HR departments as benefits vary by company, but some common benefits include traditional 401ks, medical, dental, and vision insurance, extended maternity leave, and in some cases, extended parental leave for fathers as well.
In this section, the interviewees discuss various medical benefits and perks offered by tech companies, such as covering Wi-Fi, home office equipment, and gym memberships. They also address the question of whether ageism is prevalent in the tech industry and share their personal experiences. While there may be some challenges faced by older individuals, they emphasize that competence, hard work, and confident communication of skills learned are the most important factors for success in breaking into tech, not age. They encourage individuals not to let fear of ageism or any other prejudice hold them back from pursuing their goals.
In this section of the video, the speakers discuss the timing of applying for tech jobs and transitioning from technical roles to sales engineering or technical sales. They advise that it's best to apply as soon as possible and not to wait until the end of boot camp courses. However, applicants should only apply if they're confident in their ability to competently communicate their knowledge. They also suggest having a conversation with their current company if they want to transition to sales and looking into boot camps if they lack sales knowledge. The speakers also address the best time to apply and suggest that the best time is now rather than waiting for a particular season or time of year.
In this section, the YouTubers advise against waiting for a specific season to apply for jobs in tech. While companies may have slower communication during certain periods, it is best to apply when a job is posted instead of waiting for a specific time. Waiting may result in losing opportunities to others who are actively applying and interviewing. The most important thing is to get out there, apply, and network to increase your chances of landing a job in tech. Additionally, they discuss the number of rounds of interviews that candidates can expect, with entry-level roles typically having around three rounds and senior positions having more due to higher salaries and more complex roles.
In this section, a YouTuber thanks a guest for coming onto their live show and sharing information about the tech industry. The guest, a leader of Nation of Islam, is praised for providing free information and education to people about opportunities in the tech space. The YouTuber also encourages viewers to attend events like Atlanta Tech week and to network with others in the industry. The section ends with thanking the audience for their comments and support.
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