Career Myths, Tech Events, Public Speaking Advice
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2025 is Coming…
It’s time for a change.
—> A change of job.
—> A change of skills.
—> A change of career.
In today’s newsletter, let’s talk about changing careers(or a career transition).
A career transition means moving from one career path to another. This can involve changing industries, job roles, or even the type of work you do.
For example, you might transition from being an accountant to a software developer, or from working in finance to starting your own business.
Unfortunately, some people are often held back because of one of the myths below…
Major Myths About Transitioning Careers
Myth 1: You Need a Computer Science Degree to Break into Tech
Wrong!
While a computer science degree can be a valuable asset, it's not a strict requirement for many tech roles.
Numerous individuals have successfully transitioned into tech careers with diverse backgrounds, including humanities, arts, business, and more.
You can do the same by demonstrating practical skills and a strong aptitude for problem-solving, critical thinking, and learning new technologies.
Myth 2: You Need to Start from Scratch
Some people assume that a career change requires starting from absolute zero.
Wrong!
Many skills are transferable across different industries.
For example, project management skills, communication abilities, and analytical thinking can be applied in various tech roles.
Just identify your existing transferable skills, and use them to accelerate your transition process.
Myth 3: You're Too Old to Change Careers
Age is NOT a barrier to career change.
Many successful individuals made significant career shifts later in life.
Experience, knowledge, and a strong work ethic are valuable assets in any field.
Myth 4: You Need to Quit Your Current Job to Transition
Wrong!
It's not always necessary to quit your current job to pursue a career transition.
Read our previous newsletter (How to know when you are due for a promotion) for a real-life example.
You can transition while working full-time by taking online courses, attending workshops, or volunteering.
This approach will allow you to gain new skills and experience without risking your current income.
Myth 5: You Need to Have a Perfect Plan
It's unrealistic to expect to have a perfectly mapped-out plan for your career transition.
Be open to flexibility and adaptability.
As you progress, you may need to adjust your plan based on new opportunities and challenges.
Instead of that, focus on taking small, actionable steps towards your goals.
P.S.: To find in-demand careers to choose from, read our blog.
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Tech Events? Say no More
This November, we are bringing some spice into your tech bro/sis life with some offline events.
This event is the largest community management event in Africa and allows you to network with and learn from other community managers.
And we are official partners😀🥳.
Use the promo code ‘CREAITZ’ to get a 50% discount off tickets!
You already know!
We are official community partners for B<>rder/ess 3.0- the biggest tech/Web3 event this side of Nigeria!
And this year, it runs for two days; coming packed with a Hackathon, Public Goods Concert and so much more.
Find out ALL the amazing benefits for community partners here.
Yeaaahhh, there’s a new kid on the block.
It’s #LOS2024… a 2-day event bringing together blockchain enthusiasts for power-packed panel discussions, contests, hackathons, keynotes and workshops.
And we are official partners.
To get early access to all our community activities, join the community now.
Community Spotlight
Dev Sultan built DeVote, a decentralized voting system on the Base blockchain.
Chioma published on Medium about the role of blockchain in Agriculture.
Creaitz held a community debate on Crypto Regulation.
Onyeka is getting married.
If you like the spotlight, share your wins in the Community-Challenges channel and we’ll spotlight you next!
Job Opportunities(You Can Refer Friends)
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✅ We are hiring!- And you can refer friends.
Signal is hiring remotely for a Product Designer
Kuda is hiring for a Senior Product Designer
Sui Foundation is hiring remotely for Sr. Developer Relations Engineer
DevRel Talent is hiring remotely for a Lead Developer Advocate - AI/ML
To find more jobs, visit the jobs channel on Telegram.
Fun Corner
Here’s some public speaking advice.
Don’t let your fear of speaking to a large crowd, stop you from getting all-expense paid travel, global speaking opportunities and quality networks.
Do this instead:
Speak like you are conversing
Keep your speech concise
Study great speeches
Practice regularly
Gather inspiring quotes to use as hooks and icebreakers.
Prepare an outline. Then speak.
Dress well.
Avoid filler words.
Rehearse aloud.
They will UP your delivery and confidence.
What would you add?
Let us know by replying to this email.
See you next week.