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The TechTual Talk

Henri Davis, The Radcast Network

207: 6-Figure Tech Careers for Vets: The Real Truth

MAY 12, 202674 MIN
The TechTual Talk

207: 6-Figure Tech Careers for Vets: The Real Truth

MAY 12, 202674 MIN

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<div> <p>Book a call:  <a href="https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting">https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting</a><br>------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br>HD and Myra Marbley dive into the "Real Truth" of transitioning from a 13-year career in the Marine Corps to the front lines of Cybersecurity. They discuss the challenges of being a double minority in tech, navigating corporate politics, and the reality of 6-figure salaries after service.</p><p>They also touch on:</p><p>The Military-to-Tech Blueprint: How to move from Admin roles into Networking and Pen Testing.</p><p>Career Truths: Why certifications like Security+ and the Google Cyber Certificate are game-changers.</p><p>Survival Advice: Managing "micromanaging" managers and leveraging your DD214 for tech success.</p><p>Networking: Why "who knows you" matters more than "what you know" at conferences like Black Is Tech.</p><p>Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!</p><p>------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br>Get your It pro career packages here : <a href="https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/">https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/</a></p><p>join the discord here: <a href="https://discord.gg/8jryx9CUxw">https://discord.gg/8jryx9CUxw</a><br>ask your pod questions here: [email protected]<br>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br>➡️ Follow us on social media:</p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/">https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/</a><br>TIkTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter">https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter</a><br>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter">https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/</a></p><p>Follow Cybershortieee<br> Youtube: @Cybershortieee  <br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cybershortieee/">https://www.instagram.com/cybershortieee/</a><br>Tiktok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@cybershortieee">https://www.tiktok.com/@cybershortieee</a></p><p>Follow the Pod:<br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/techtualtalk/">https://www.instagram.com/techtualtalk/</a></p><p>-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br>00:00:00 Intro<br>01:34 Black Is Tech Conference Recap<br>04:45 Who Is Myra<br>09:45 Marine Corps Career<br>13:58 Learning Curve And Promotions<br>20:20 Why She Left Early<br>23:58 Landing First Civilian Job<br>30:15 Civilian Work Culture Shock<br>36:57 Corporate Bias Reality<br>42:47 Pivot Into Cybersecurity<br>50:41 Choosing A School<br>01:04:15 Training And Talent Gap<br>01:13:16 Where To Follow</p><p>FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make a commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! :)</p></div>