The TechGuide podcast was created to make all of the opportunities in tech accessible to a wide audience. From fintech and marketing to design and artificial intelligence, we talk to people working in all kinds of interesting roles and jobs across the tech spectrum.
Whether you are a student trying to figure out what kind of degree to get or someone who is mid-career looking to pull off a pivot into tech (or into a different part of tech), this podcast is for you.
We talk to seasoned operators, people just starting out, workers who are part of name brand companies and people pushing the boundaries at small startups. Although the experiences and backgrounds are all different, one thing that all of our guests have in common is that they can talk about the things that have worked and not worked for them on their tech career journey.
Whether it’s tactical advice on how to land a first job, or places to look for good internships, or the value of personal branding at all phases of career development, all of our guests are on the show to provide guidance, insights, and hopefully a little bit of inspiration.
The podcast is a standalone project, but it can also be used in companion with all of the career guides, certification overviews, degree information, and resources on TechGuide so that listeners can learn and then take action.
The TechGuide podcast is like having your own personal career coach in your corner.
Check Out the Episodes
Episode 30
Aneesh Lal joins the podcast to talk about how you can become a software engineer in 2023.
Episode 29
Ajay Yvs comes on the podcast to talk about what a career in data analytics looks like at Walmart.
Episode 28
Brad Messer comes on the podcast to help you decide if you should work for a corporation or for a startup after school.
Episode 27
Brad Daw comes on the podcast to share his journey from a member of the Utah House of Representatives to becoming a Senior Software Engineer at Adobe.
Episode 26
Leon Shpaner is a Data Scientist at UCLA Health. He joins us on the podcast to talk about his role as a data scientist and gives advice for an entry-level data scientists.
Episode 25
Billy Nayden is a Fan Analytics Manager at WWE, and he comes on the podcast to talk about sports analytics and how you can get a job in sports analytics.
Episode 24
Arpita Mangal just graduated from the UC Davis Graduate School of Management with her Masters Degree in Business Analytics. She shares what that experience was like, and what you need to know if you are considering getting your Masters.
Episode 23
Syed Rehan works at Amazon Web Services in their cybersecurity department and comes on the podcast to talk about his role and the future of cybersecurity.
Episode 22
Aakash Shirodkar talks with us about how you can identify a good career path for your life, so that you can be fulfilled.
Episode 21
Buck Woody shares with us the evolution of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics. He then shares what you need to know about getting a job at Microsoft.
Episode 20
Abhijith Asok comes on the podcast to talk about his role as a Data Scientist at Microsoft, and what the application process was like to get into Harvard Graduate School.
Episode 19
Dean Abbott comes on the podcast to talk about what a data analyst does, and how you can become one. Dean has worked in analytics for 25+ years, and owns his own firm, Abbott Analytics.
Episode 18
Stephen Dinehart comes on the podcast to talk about becoming a video game designer. With over 25 years of experience in interactive design and development, he has a proven track record of creating successful projects for Electronic Arts, Warner Brothers, NBC Universal and more.
Episode 17
Tiffany Dedeaux shares on this episode how you can find a job that you will love. She is currently a career coach and leadership coach for individuals interested or working in the tech sector.
Episode 16
Jimmy Nguyen comes on the podcast to talk about how you can get a job as a data scientist. He pivoted his career from being a Buisness Analyst to becoming a Senior Data Scientist at LinkedIn.
Episode 15
Anna Miller comes on the podcast to share how you can break into tech with no previous experience. She’s a career coach that founded Second Careers which helps those break into tech.
Episode 14
Christian Bourdeau works as an analytics engineer at Netflix. He shares with us how you can start a career in data analytics.
Episode 13
Ean Mikale is the founder of Infinitie 8 Industries, which is an industrial artificial intelligence firm.
Episode 12
Mark Pasadilla is a career coach at General Assembly and helps people with networking strategies and job search help.
Episode 11
Brian Fink has worked at companies like Apple, Amazon, and Twitter as a recruiter. See how you can break into organizations like these by listening in.
Episode 10
Jen Doskow has 25+ years of recruiting experience. She has spent the last 11 years running her own firm.
Episode 9
Matt Jones is a senior IT recruiter at VIP Staffing.
Episode 8
Nader Mowlaee is an engineering career coach and the founder of Engineer Your Mission.
Episode 7
Andrea Logan is a professional resume writer and the founder of The Career Island.
Episode 6
Dell Oliver is a senior tech recruiter at Buzzfeed, who has also spent time at Amazon as a recruiter.
Episode 5
Paula Christensen is a professional resume writer and interview coach for a company she founded, Strategic Career Coaches.
Episode 4
Kevin Apolinario is an IT professional that also hosts a YouTube with 44,000+ subscribers.
Episode 3
Derek Iannelli is a recruiting manager for Mission Box Solutions.
Episode 2
Niraj Jayant is an Austin-based senior engineering manager at Bolt.
Episode 1
Joy Mbanugo is a finance professional with over 20 years of audit, tax, business operations, financial services, treasury, and financial planning/analysis experience.