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The speaker argues that earning the CCNA now is smart because networking remains essential despite AI, the certification opens IT career paths and interview opportunities, and the current exam is still available before a major 2026 revamp.
The speaker explains quitting a well-paid, fulfilling Twitch job to pursue YouTube, coaching, business building, writing, and speaking, driven by a desire for growth, autonomy, and new challenges despite the uncertainty and risk of leaving stable employment.
Kevin and Alexis talk with Justin Ryburn, Kentik’s VP of Global Solution Engineering and Field CTO, about the demands of technical leadership on the road, including balancing executive duties, speaking, team management, and frequent travel.
Volunteering at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 offers a unique opportunity to gain insider knowledge on organizing premier tech events.
Jason Gooley, a Cisco technical evangelist and CCNA book author, shares his journey from a difficult childhood to a successful career, emphasizing community, mental health, and resilience.
Kao Data has joined the Cisco-led Discover Tech programme to enhance technology career access for young people in the UK, alongside major companies like Adobe, Accenture, and IBM.
Kevin and Alexis engage in a candid Q&A session discussing certifications, online learning, evolving network engineering roles, and work-life balance, while avoiding sponsored content.
Kevin and Alexis interview Melissa Brooks, a Senior Cloud Engineer at Aritzia, discussing her journey from a struggling waitress to a successful career in tech through strategic goal setting and a diploma in network security.
Matt Starling discusses how IT professionals can maintain their technical skills while expanding their influence and career scope, emphasizing the balance between technical expertise and leadership roles.
The once-promising career path of software development for Gen Z is now uncertain due to the rise of AI technologies.
Scott interviews Andy Lapteff, who shares his journey from a working-class background in telecom to becoming a senior product marketing manager and podcaster, highlighting his resilience and the heartwarming origin of his podcast.
Cisco's Chief People Policy and Purpose Officer, Fran Katsudas, shares her 29-year journey at Cisco, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, adaptability, and the evolving role of AI in the workplace.
Matthew Oborne's journey from fast food to leading operations at an ISP illustrates that success in tech is driven by resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning rather than formal degrees or certificates.
Chris Williams discusses how his psychology education has positively impacted his role as a Developer Relations Manager at Hashicorp, highlighting the value of diverse backgrounds in tech careers.
Wes Noonan discusses the necessity of a college degree for success in IT, highlighting that while beneficial, it's not always essential for a successful tech career.
Adapting to new technologies quickly is crucial for career advancement, and focusing on expertise, setting SMART goals, and practicing through hands-on experience can enhance your learning efficiency.
The podcast episode features a mock interview for a junior network administration role, providing feedback to candidate Toni Mrowetz and offering insights for listeners preparing for similar job interviews.
Alexis Bertholf and Kevin Nanns launch the Life In Uptime podcast to explore tech career stories with industry professionals, offering insights into their journeys and challenges.
The once promising career path of software development for Gen Z is now uncertain due to the rise of AI technology.
Peter Mackenzie discusses the significant role technical conferences play in career development and community building, highlighting his own experience with founding the Wi-Co conference, which has expanded from Europe to North America.
Laura Santamaria addresses listener questions on balancing leadership opportunities with career and work-life balance, and provides insights on mid-year reviews, self-evaluation, and personal growth.
Kevin Nanns shares his journey from help desk to network operations center, highlighting his career growth, certifications, and insights on AI's role in networking.
Brad Maltz, Senior Director of AI Solutions at Dell, discusses the importance of "continuous reinvention" in the tech industry and its impact on career growth.
In this Free Code Camp podcast episode, Quincy Larson interviews Joe Atardi, a seasoned software engineer and author, discussing his extensive career, the evolution of software development, the impact of AI, the role of computer science degrees, and his preference for technical roles over entrepreneurial pursuits.
Dr. Brad Topol shares insights on scaling leadership, detailing his journey from individual contributor to distinguished engineer and director at IBM, emphasizing career-building strategies.
Michael Costello discusses his career path from junior network engineer to Board member at NANOG and Distinguished Engineer at Saviynt, highlighting his experiences in starting an ISP, graduate school, and other roles.
Christian Adell emphasizes the importance of feeling nervous to achieve exponential learning, sharing his career journey in IT, networking, DevOps, and network automation.
Caleb Curry, a software engineer and educator, discusses his career journey, including being laid off and strategies for finding new roles, emphasizing deep skill development and exploration of new technologies.
Securing a first network engineer position involves not only technical expertise but also leveraging personal connections and diverse skills.
Monika Machado discusses her journey of personal growth, emphasizing mentor-mentee relationships, continuous learning, and distinguishing leadership from management in the tech industry.
Laura Santamaria and Ethan Banks explore motivations, challenges, and business understanding essential for transitioning into a management role on the Technically Leadership podcast.
Embracing discomfort is crucial for career growth, especially in tech, as it opens opportunities and helps achieve milestones like securing a developer role or improving work-life balance.
Andreas Baekdahl discusses his transition from traditional networking to automation architect, emphasizing the importance of ongoing education, certifications, and overcoming challenges in advancing a networking career.
Katrina Janeczko shares her experiences and insights on job hunting, education relevance, AI tools, networking, and mentorship in her journey to a role at Comcast.
Geshan Manandhar, a senior software engineer, shares his journey from Kathmandu to global software roles and offers advice on adapting to serverless containers.
Quincy Larson interviews John Wasam, a developer and founder, discussing his journey and contributions like Coding Interview University.
Technically Leadership is a new podcast by Laura Santamaria on Packet Pushers, focusing on tech industry leadership and management skills.
