The tech industry has undeniably captured the world's attention. With promises of high salaries, innovative cultures, and flexible work arrangements, it's no wonder tech jobs are in such high demand. The rise of remote work, accelerated by the pandemic, has further fuelled this trend, allowing professionals to explore new opportunities beyond traditional office settings. As a result, some people moved to the countryside seeking work-life balance and enjoying fulfilling careers in the tech sector.
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While the tech industry is booming, attracting a wave of aspiring professionals, it's essential to acknowledge that coding isn't for everyone. There's a misconception that programming is the only path to success in tech.
Many are drawn to the industry for its dynamic culture, high earning potential, and opportunities for growth. However, it's crucial to explore diverse roles within the tech ecosystem. From design and project management to marketing and sales, there are numerous fulfilling careers to consider.
The truth is that the most common answer is money, which means this might not be the right path for you to pursue. Only a select few possess a talent for programming and find employment quickly.
You may complete a course, but a single course won’t get you hired. To be honest, not even ten courses will. However, a course, a lot of self-study, working on several projects, having a repository on GitHub, and creating a good portfolio can secure you an interview. You’ll only reach this stage if you are self-sufficient in your learning, proactive, and resilient. In the end, many people remain at the course level and find a completely different job.
On the other hand, people who have degrees in languages, pedagogy, philosophy, or management are much more likely to find their place in tech.
Is it possible to enter the tech sector through a non-technical position? First of all, it’s important to know which groups of positions exist, which you can see in the blog on how to retrain for non-technical positions in tech.
It's important to become familiar with your skills and know clearly what job you want.
A career compass can help you with that.
Don't wander and apply for a bunch of different jobs within the same company. It's quite unprofessional, and it's clear that you won't get a response unless you emphasize your goal in your cover letter.
Not every company is the same, nor is every job description. It will take some time to understand which companies align with your values. Some people prefer micro-companies and startups, while others prefer larger systems.
So it's good to explore the websites of companies you like, as well as job boards like Joberty, Helloworld and tech industry’s terminology (Agile, Scrum, Frontend, Backend, QA).
It's important to know which job is right for you and to list companies where you want to work. Once you've familiarized yourself a bit more with Tech industry’s terminology, tailor your resume, LinkedIn profile and Cover Letter to that terminology.
A lot of positions are never advertised on job portals because they are filled internally. Every colleague within the company can recommend someone. Connect with people in the tech sector via LinkedIn and onsite meet-ups.
Non-technical roles offer more options, and you can easily find your CareerfIT. Success in this dynamic field requires a willingness to evolve and stay updated with the latest trends.
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