"Go back to your roots"What is the benefit of going backward?Why not just keep your eyes on the prize and push forward?I prefer to think of it as:"Zooming out"The benefits of zooming out are obvious:You have worked on a drawing or other art project o...
"How do I get a job at a FAANG company?"This is by far the most common question I get asked when people book a free call with me.FAANG offers a lot for your career:A reputable name on your resumeA multi-six-figure salary to build your savingsExcess r...
"43% of Americans planned to start a business in 2022, one-third are first time entrepreneurs."I came across this statistic last week and realized:A lot of people want to start their own businessAnd I'm sure a lot of you reading this want to start yo...
When I do free mentorship for programmers we cover many things:- What to focus on- How to get your first job- How to perform better at workBut every once in a while, I get a different kind of question..."I'm struggling... What do I do?"Every time I g...
A couple reminders:You all have access to a 100% free course that helps you define a path to learn code.If that sounds like something for you check it out here.Also, you can book a free 30-minute call with me to chat, get some advice, or ask me any q...
Every week when I sit down to write this newsletter:I think of what is most helpful for all of you.I reflect on a few things:- Posts you comment on- Stories I hear in calls- Messages I receiveThis week I focused on what I think the #1 most impactful...
Small AnnouncementMy course The Coding Career Blueprint is now 100% free for all newsletter subscribers. (previously $49)I refunded the few people who purchased it for $49 since I decided I want the course to be accessible to all aspiring developers....
Feeling stuck isn't a sign to push harderIt's a sign that you have outgrown your environmentWe've all felt stuck at some point in our livesAnd you will feel stuck at some point in your careerIt's normalMy favorite analogy for growth is the lobster an...
I'm starting today's newsletter a little differently:I spent the past 7 months on LinkedIn posting daily and taking calls from aspiring software engineers. The top question was: “How do I get into programming?”Not many people asked about how to actua...
One question I get asked often during a 1 on 1 call is:"How can I become a senior developer"Normally my newsletters focus on the "human" aspect of being a developer, but this week let's talk about a more technical topic. I feel like there is a lot of...
