Wisdom and Tips - TTT's First Anniversary with Bonnie Brill, Ep #13
Release Date: 07/14/2022
Beyond the Buzz: Master AI Prompt Engineering & Future-Proof Your IT Career with Bob England, Ep#37
Tech Talent Today
Is the AI revolution leaving you feeling… behind? Everyone’s talking about AI, but how can you actually harness its power to supercharge your career? In this eye-opening episode of Tech Talent Today, we go straight to the source with Bob England, a senior executive in IT infrastructure and operations. Bob isn't just talking about AI; he's actively developing a guide on prompt engineering to help professionals like you leverage AI immediately and effectively. Forget the hype and learn what really matters for your career. Bob reveals why simply "using" AI isn't enough – and why mastering...
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In this captivating episode, we sit down with Pasquale Cirullo, a dynamic IT executive whose remarkable 20-year journey has taken him from the trenches of technology to the forefront of leadership. With a wealth of experience guiding diverse teams across manufacturing, real estate, non-profits, advertising, and publishing, Pasquale brings a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed in the fast-paced world of IT. Join us as we delve into his transformative experiences, from eye-opening leadership courses to game-changing books that have shaped his management philosophy. Discover how...
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info_outlineJuly is the first anniversary of Tech Talent Today! I’m your host, Jodi Kulek Mayer, and I started the podcast during the pandemic as a way for people to learn and get ideas from each other's journeys. To celebrate, I thought it would be fun to reflect on the past year and discuss some highlights that resonated with me and our listeners. I'm excited to be joined by Bonnie Brill, who works here at Clearmont Technologies and has extensive experience in the IT staffing industry. You may have seen Bonnie on our Interviewing for Zoom video, which gives helpful hints for video interviews. She's helping me reflect on the past year's great podcast guests and episodes. You won't want to miss these highlights.
You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...
- Career goals in difficult times [02:59]
- The benefits of working in office or at home [05:50]
- Building work relationships [09:16]
- Making a difference [11:37]
- Late changes in a career [14:36]
- Hiring managers want authenticity [18:19]
- Doing better with data [21:29]
Resources & People Mentioned
- Interviewing on Zoom – Clearmont Technologies
- Podcast – Clearmont Technologies
- What Color Is Your Parachute? 2022: Your Guide to a Lifetime of Meaningful Work and Career Success
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