Job Seeking in Tech: Strategies to Open Career Doors with Keki Mwaba
APR 3, 202439 MIN
Job Seeking in Tech: Strategies to Open Career Doors with Keki Mwaba
APR 3, 202439 MIN
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<p>Connect with Keki Mwaba: </p>
<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/keki-mwaba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/keki-mwaba</a></p>
<p><a href="https://www.expatcareerdevelopment.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.expatcareerdevelopment.com</a></p>
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<p>Full episode on YouTube ▶️</p>
<p><a href="https://youtu.be/8zBAyEgklMM" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtu.be/8zBAyEgklMM</a></p>
<p>Beyond Coding Podcast with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-akil">🎙Patrick Akil</a></p>
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<p>OUTLINE</p>
<p>00:00:00 - Intro</p>
<p>00:00:26 - The tech market now</p>
<p>00:03:34 - Getting a first job is harder</p>
<p>00:06:45 - From cold calling to a job</p>
<p>00:09:05 - Not all roles are advertised</p>
<p>00:11:32 - Crafting an application</p>
<p>00:14:11 - Does resume format matter?</p>
<p>00:17:07 - Being intentional with your resume</p>
<p>00:19:09 - Share your story!</p>
<p>00:22:13 - Patrick's poll</p>
<p>00:23:56 - Network is most important</p>
<p>00:26:45 - Downsides of referral policies</p>
<p>00:28:08 - Quality or quantity approach</p>
<p>00:30:53 - Mapping out the market</p>
<p>00:33:18 - Follow-ups matter more than you think</p>
<p>00:36:20 - Do your research and be genuine</p>
<p>00:38:49 - Keki should start a podcast!!</p>
