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5 JUN

Guide To Becoming A Highly Paid Business Analyst | Ameena The Tech Bae | SE2 Ep6

In this episode, we sit down with Ameena, a Business Analyst expert and Coach to explore his inspiring journey into tech and how she has been able to pivot her way into different fields. 📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Ameena pivoted her way into tech. The strategies she used to scale through her interview stages. Practical tips and methods for handling interviews. BIGGEST TECH MIXER happening on JUNE 14, 2025 Get your ticket here: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/2-pm-in-atlanta 🎙 Follow Ameena Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ameenathetechbae?igsh=MTZmeXFybDBsNDU5bA== Linkree : https://linktr.ee/ameenathetechbae?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=0cc2c561-3da3-469a-baa1-11fe559541c1 ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:11 - About Amina 00:48 - Career Journey & Transition into BA 03:42 - My Interview Strategy 07:07 - Easy Methods to Ace Interviews (STAR & CAR) 11:39 - Career Growth Tips 13:21 - BA Job Market Today 15:41 - What Does a BA Actually Do? 17:05 - BA vs Project Manager 18:29 - Other Career Paths for BAs 24:34 - How to Summarize Your Resume 26:10 - About Ameena Coaching 29:31 - How Tech Changed My Life 33:38 - Why I Didn't Choose Cybersecurity 36:17 - BA Salary Insights 38:12 - Canada 🇨🇦 vs U.S. Pay Comparison 43:09 - Mentorship & Coaching 43:39 - 2PM in Atlanta 44:02 - Outro 🧰 Tools & Resources Cloud Security Playbook (Free): https://www.hackerproof.com Resume Refresh & Career Coaching: https://www.hackerproof.com Cybersecurity Flashcards – Use Code: HHQ25 Shopify: https://mdip0f-4s.myshopify.com TikTok Shop: https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq/shop Support the Podcast on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platform Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kGScRwedSUrh2dhPjzUb Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hacker-proof-hq/id1781475724 Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/f57129ed-8e53-4aaf-8cbd-14690c61f1f3/episodes/291e0bed-c4bb-49a4-980c-fceaa2951e8a 📬 Join Our Newsletter Stay updated with tools, job tips, and tech resources: https://www.hackerproof.com 📱 Follow HackerProof HQ Instagram: https://instagram.com/hackerproofhq TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq Twitter/X: https://x.com/Hackerproofhq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackerproofhq/ 📅 Join Our Mentorship Session Group RSVP: https://groupme.com/join_group/105257731/ivbM8PpE 🎬 Credits Produced by: Daniel Imhans Edited by: Femi – https://instagram.com/aye.femi Content Strategy: David – https://instagram.com/witty_welz Social Media: Esther – https://instagram.com/mayeblaq_ Found this valuable? Share it with a friend or support us on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

44 min
21 MAY

I Left Medicine for Tech: The Brutally Honest Career Transition Guide No One Talks About | Mayowa

In this episode, we sit down with Mayowa, an IT Support Engineer, to explore his inspiring journey into tech. 📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Mayowa pivoted from being a medical student to becoming an IT Support Engineer The certifications you need to start a career in IT Practical tips for handling tech interviews BIGGEST TECH MIXER happening on JUNE 14, 2025 Get your ticket here: https://events.eventnoire.com/e/2-pm-in-atlanta 🎙 Follow Mayowa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/penngriffen ⏱️ Timestamps 01:30 – Introduction 02:03 – About Mayowa 03:53 – Challenges of Career Transitions 05:20 – "Without the Challenge, What Would You Have Done?" 10:03 – A Day in the Life of an IT Engineer 17:09 – Certifications Needed to Start in IT 20:01 – Entry-Level IT Support Salary Expectations 21:10 – Transitioning from Project Manager to IT Support 22:33 – Thoughts on Interview Panels 25:30 – Did medical certification aid your current employment? 26:26 – Interview Tips 30:56 – Outro 🧰 Tools & Resources Cloud Security Playbook (Free): https://www.hackerproof.com Resume Refresh & Career Coaching: https://www.hackerproof.com Cybersecurity Flashcards – Use Code: HHQ25 Shopify: https://mdip0f-4s.myshopify.com TikTok Shop: https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq/shop Support the Podcast on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platform Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kGScRwedSUrh2dhPjzUb Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hacker-proof-hq/id1781475724 Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/f57129ed-8e53-4aaf-8cbd-14690c61f1f3/episodes/291e0bed-c4bb-49a4-980c-fceaa2951e8a 📬 Join Our Newsletter Stay updated with tools, job tips, and tech resources: https://www.hackerproof.com 📱 Follow HackerProof HQ Instagram: https://instagram.com/hackerproofhq TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq Twitter/X: https://x.com/Hackerproofhq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackerproofhq/ 📅 Join Our Mentorship Session Group RSVP: https://groupme.com/join_group/105257731/ivbM8PpE 🎬 Credits Produced by: Daniel Imhans Edited by: Femi – https://instagram.com/aye.femi Content Strategy: David – https://instagram.com/witty_welz Social Media: Esther – https://instagram.com/mayeblaq_ Found this valuable? Share it with a friend or support us on Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

30 min
9 APR

I Went From Zero to $100K as a ServiceNow Dev – Here's EXACTLY How!

Season 2, Episode 4 – HackerProof HQ In this episode, we sit down with Tomisin, a ServiceNow Developer, to explore his inspiring journey into tech and how he’s using his platform to uplift others. What you'll learn in this episode: Tomisin’s journey into ServiceNowSalary expectations for ServiceNow developersSkills and certifications to break into the fieldThe power of mentorship and networkingHow he's helping others start tech careers through his content 🎙 Support Tomisin YouTube: https://youtube.com/@tommyg3780 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Tommyworks ⏱️ Timestamps 00:08 – Introduction 01:18 – About Tomisin 04:34 – Tomisin’s journey into tech 06:55 – How mentorship sharpens your skills 08:52 – Interview tips for growth 09:40 – What does a ServiceNow developer do? 11:28 – Understanding UI policies 13:54 – Skills you need to become a developer 14:40 – What is ServiceNow? 20:16 – Base salary expectations 29:58 – Call for sponsorship 32:02 – How Hacker Proof HQ started 36:56 – Final thoughts 📅 Upcoming Mentorship SessionSaturday, April 12, 2025 – 12 PM EST RSVP: https://groupme.com/join_group/105257731/ivbM8PpE 🧰 Tools & ResourcesCloud Security Playbook (Free) https://www.hackerproof.com Resume Refresh & Career Coaching https://www.hackerproof.com Cybersecurity Flashcards – Use Code: HHQ25 Shopify: https://mdip0f-4s.myshopify.com TikTok Shop: https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq/shop Support the Podcast on Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite PlatformSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12kGScRwedSUrh2dhPjzUb Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hacker-proof-hq/id1781475724 Amazon Music: https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/f57129ed-8e53-4aaf-8cbd-14690c61f1f3/episodes/291e0bed-c4bb-49a4-980c-fceaa2951e8a 📬 Join Our NewsletterStay updated with tools, job tips, and tech resources: https://www.hackerproof.com 📱 Follow HackerProof HQInstagram: https://instagram.com/hackerproofhq TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq Twitter/X: https://x.com/Hackerproofhq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackerproofhq/ 🎬 CreditsProduced by: Daniel Imhans Edited by: Femi – https://instagram.com/aye.femi Content Strategy: David – https://instagram.com/witty_welz Social Media: Esther – https://instagram.com/mayeblaq_ Found this valuable? Share it with a friend or support us via Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq #hackerproofhq #tech #community Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

37 min
26 MAR

How I built my SAAS Platform as a Cloud Engineer | Khaime AI | Plato Gabriel

In this episode of HackerProof HQ, we sit down with @plato15 — a Cloud Security Engineer and founder of Khaime.ai — to explore the unfiltered realities of launching a tech startup. We dive into: Plato’s journey from Data Analyst to Cloud EngineerSalary expectations in cloud securityThe highs and lows of building a startupChallenges with co-foundersSupporting women entrepreneurs in NigeriaWhether you're building in tech, transitioning careers, or launching something new — this episode is for you. 🕒 Episode Breakdown 0:00 – Intro 1:00 – About Plato 1:26 – How Khaime.ai started 2:26 – Plato's journey in tech 5:07 – From Data Analyst to Cloud Engineer 6:41 – Cloud Engineer salary expectations 7:37 – Corporate organization reality 10:43 – Starting as a Cloud Engineer 12:20 – Is college enough for a job? 14:40 – Challenges of founders 16:13 – What we do at Khaime.ai 18:17 – Reality of founders & co-founders 21:45 – Timeline to building a new brand 23:20 – How Khaime.ai is handling competitors 31:14 – The future of HackerProof HQ 33:29 – Outro 🧠 FREE RESOURCE: Grab your Cloud Security Playbook 🔗 www.hackerproofhq.com 💼 Need a resume refresh or career coaching? 📲 Book a consult: www.hackerproofhq.com 🧠 Learn cybersecurity the easy way — use code HHQ25 for $25 off Cybersecurity Flashcards: Shopify: Cybersecurity FlashcardsTikTok Shop: Buy Now❤️ Support the podcast via Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/hackerproofhq 🎧 Listen to this episode on your favorite platform: Spotify: Click hereApple Podcasts: Click hereAmazon Music: Click here📬 Join our newsletter for career tips, job updates, and more: 🔗 www.hackerproofhq.com 📱 Follow HackerProof HQ: Instagram: @hackerproofhqTikTok: @hacker.proof.hqTwitter/X: @HackerproofHQ 🎬 Production Credits Podcast Produced by: HackerProofHQVideo Edited by: Femi – @aye.femiContent Strategist: David – @witty_welzSocial Media Manager: Esther – @mayeblaq_ 🔥 Love what we’re doing? Share this episode and support us via Ko-fi. It’s free for you, but it fuels the mission. Let’s build safer, smarter tech together. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

34 min
26 FEB

Somalia to Silicon Valley🚀 | Quitting Snapchat to building a Cyber Empire - NoHack | Yasmin Abdi

Want to break into Big Tech? 🤔 We chatted with Yasmin Abdi, founder of NoHack (and ex-Google, Meta, Snapchat!), to get the inside scoop. This Hackerproof episode dives into her journey, from Somalia to Silicon Valley, exploring NoHack's impact, her security role at Snapchat, and how you can land your dream tech job. Plus, we discuss networking tips, Afrotech, and potential partnerships. A must-watch for aspiring cybersecurity pros and tech enthusiasts! ====================== 01:40 - Introduction 02:42 - Breaking into Big tech 06:02 - About No hack’s launch event 07:26 - Motivation behind Nohack 10:15 - How Nohack works 12:12 - Work in Somalia 15:12 - What would you attribute your success to? 16:55 - Advice for networking 17:40 - Difference between working with snapchat vs Nohack 20:36 - Hosting Afrotech 22:12 - Toolsets as a Security manager at Snapchat. 25:35 - Insider risk 27:42 - Questions for Hackerproof - Partnership with Bigtech? 29:02 - Questions for Hackerproof - Partnership with Nohack? 31:21 - Conclusion. ======================== 💡 Big news Hackerproofhq Family Our newsletter has launched 🚀 Get exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and insider tips delivered straight to your inbox. Click the link below to be a part of our newsletter community. Don’t miss out. 👇 🔗 https://www.hackerproofhq.com/ ==================== 🔗Connect with Yasmin: ➡️Nohack : nohackllc.com ➡️Instagram: / yazabdi ➡️Linkedin: / yasminyabdi 🔗 Connect with Us: ➡️Quick link: https://t.co/Q71DRpDcr4 ➡️Instagram: / hackerproofhq ➡️Tiktok : / hacker.proof.. . ➡️Twitter: x.com/hackerproofhq ===================================== 🔗 Our Team: 👨🏽Femi - Video editor / aye.femi 👩🏽‍🦱Esther- Social media manager. / mayeblaq_ 👨🏽 David - Digital Strategy. / @witty_welz 📧 For inquiries and suggestions, reach out to us at Info@hackerproofhq.com. Donate to Hacker Proof HQ : https://app.redcircle.com/shows/6fbd8... 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest episodes! 🎙️✨ #hackerproofhq #Startup #AfricansInTech #VentureCapital #Cybersecurity #TechIsTheNewBlack #baddiesInTech #bigtech #nohack #techcareers #podcast#cybersecurity Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

31 min
12 FEB

From Struggle to Success: Allie Joy's Baddies in Tech Story | Hackerproof Podcast | Season 2.Ep 1

What does it take to succeed as a startup founder in the competitive world of tech?🤔 Join us on HackerproofHQ as we sit down with Allie Joy, the fearless founder of Baddies in Tech! Allie shares her inspiring story, from her origins in tech to the challenges she faced as a startup founder. From overcoming financial struggles and knowing when to quit, to the importance of collaborations and lessons learned, Allie opens up about her journey and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. But that's not all... Allie also reveals her vision for the future of Baddie in Tech and the tech industry as a whole. And, we get a sneak peek into what's next for HackerproofHQ! Watch now to get inspired and gain insights from a true pioneer in the tech world! ===================================== 00:12-Introduction of our newsletter 01:40- About Allie Joy 02:37-Origin of Baddie in tech 4:59 - Risk as a start up founder 07:40 - When to quit 10:26 - financial Challenges of start up’s 17:12- Past collaboration 21:55 -Advice for start-ups 24:02 Future of baddies in tech 27:00 Future of Hackerproofhq =============================== ======================= 💡 Big news Hackerproofhq Family Our newsletter has launched 🚀 Get exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and insider tips delivered straight to your inbox. Click the link below to be a part of our newsletter community. Don’t miss out. 👇 🔗 https://www.hackerproofhq.com/ ==================== 🔗Connect with Allie: https://www.instagram.com/techbaddiea... 🔗 Connect with Us: ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackerproofhq ➡️Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.... ➡️Twitter: / hackerproofhq ====================== 🔗 Our Team: 👨🏽Femi - Video editor / aye.femi 👩🏽‍🦱Esther- Social media manager. / mayeblaq_ 👨🏽 David Ewele - Digital Strategy. / @witty_welz 📧 For inquiries and suggestions, reach out to us at Info@hackerproofhq.com. Donate to Hacker Proof HQ : https://app.redcircle.com/shows/6fbd8... 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest episodes! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

28 min
18/12/2024

How To Get Started in Cybersecurity | Kevin Mukam | Career Tips | Hacker Proof HQ EP. 16

In this episode we sit with Kevin the founder of Cybermuk. Cybermuk boasts of a 99.9% success rates for students who have been trained in Cybersecurity and passed the Comptia Security +. Kevin shares how he got started, what led him to start Cybermuk and how to get into Cybersecurity through Cybermuk. Watch out for his career tips and his card game. ==================================== 00:10 Introduction 01:15 what inspired Cybermuk 02:39 Comptia certification 03:56 About vulnerability management 11:26 About Cybermuk coaching 14:37 Cybersecurity cards 18:25 About Cybermuk Cybersecurity training 24:29 Vision for Hacker Proof HQ ====================================================== ▶️CYBERMUK : https://www.cybermuk.com 🎯 Connect with Kevin : https://www.instagram.com/kevinmuky?igsh=bDYxMGh3ZHdiN280 💡 Big news Hackerproofhq Family Our newsletter is launching soon! 🚀 Get exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and insider tips delivered straight to your inbox. Click the link below to be a part of our newsletter community. Don’t miss out. 🔗 https://www.hackerproofhq.com/ ============================= 🔗 Our Team: 👨🏽Femi - Video editor https://www.instagram.com/aye.femi 👩🏽‍🦱Esther- Social media manager. https://www.instagram.com/mayeblaq_ 👨🏽 David Ewele - Digital Strategy. https://www.Instagram.com/@witty_welz 🔗 Connect with Us: ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C17XP2MulHz/ ➡️Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq?_t=8ffiierd76p&_r=1 ➡️Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackerproofHQ 📧 For inquiries and suggestions, reach out to us at Info@hackerproofhq.com. Donate to Hacker Proof HQ : https://app.redcircle.com/shows/6fbd8e68-abd6-4767-84da-9af1d71cd86b/donations 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest episodes! 🎙️✨ #Kevin #Cybermuk #Cybersecurity #Hackerproof #hackerproofhq #CareerTips #afrotech #africansindiaspora #african Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

29 min
12/12/2024

How I Landed a Software Engineer Role at Microsoft Out of College | UMA | Leetcode tips | Ep.15

How often do College Grads Land a Tech role straight out of college?👀 In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of software engineering with Uma, a Microsoft engineer who landed his dream job straight out of college. We'll get the inside scoop on how he cracked the code and landed his first role, plus tips for newbies looking to do the same. Uma also spills the tea on what top companies look for in software engineers, so you'll know exactly what to focus on to level up your skills. And to top it all off, we'll get a glimpse into Uma's off-work hobbies and what he's currently working on. So grab your popcorn, because this episode is packed with gems that will help you on your journey to becoming a successful software engineer. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more hacking goodness! ======================================== ======================================= 🎯 Subscribe to Uma's YouTube channel: 👇 https://youtube.com/@Umacodes?si=45-H-yHG5H2yTRxS 💡 Big news Hackerproofhq Family Our newsletter is launching soon! 🚀 Get exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and insider tips delivered straight to your inbox. Click the link below to be a part of our newsletter community. Don’t miss out. 🔗 https://www.hackerproofhq.com/ ============================= 🔗 Our Team: 👨🏽Femi - Video editor https://www.instagram.com/aye.femi 👩🏽‍🦱Esther- Social media manager. https://www.instagram.com/mayeblaq_ 👨🏽 David Ewele - Digital Strategy. https://www.Instagram.com/@witty_welz 🔗 Connect with Us: ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/C17XP2MulHz/ ➡️Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.hq?_t=8ffiierd76p&_r=1 ➡️Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackerproofHQ Website hackerproofhq.com Spotify open.spotify.com/show/12kGScRwedSUrh2dhPjzUb Amazon podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/f57129ed-8e53-4aaf-8cbd-14690c61f1f3/episodes/291e0bed-c4bb-49a4-980c-fceaa2951e8a Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hacker-proof-hq/id1781475724 📧 For inquiries and suggestions, reach out to us at Info@hackerproofhq.com. 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest episodes! 🎙️✨ #afrotech #TechMixer #Hackerproof #HackerproofMixer #BlacksInTech #techisthenewblack Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

33 min
24/11/2024

How I landed a Role at NVIDIA as Business Development Manager | Tech Career tips | Sam Afriye Ep.14

Curious about the future of AI? Join us as we delve into the world of NVIDIA with Samuel, a Business Development Manager. Learn about their groundbreaking work, the impact of AI on various industries, and what it means for you. Samuel gives us a peek into his work day at NVIDIA, sharing his insights on the role of AI in the tech industry, how NVIDIA is supporting the development of data science and artificial intelligence in Africa, and the potential for AI to revolutionize our lives. We also discuss our upcoming plans for Hackerproof, including our new perks, training, and resources. We hope you'll join us for this informative and engaging episode! ======= 00:00 Intro 1:19 Sam Intro 1:48 how I started in tech sales 03:23 A day in the life of a Business Development Manager at NVIDIA 08:15 What's an entry level role in business development 09:45 Skills needed on your resume for a business development manager role 12:10 Certifications needed for a business development role. 14:25 Do you think AI will take over? 19:45 Audience - how does NVIDIA intend to keep up with the growing need for AI 21:17 Skills to succeed as a business development manager 22:15 Sam's personal projects. 23:45 Future for Hacker Proof HQ 27:00 Conclusion ============================== 💡 Big news Hacker Proof HQ Family Our newsletter is launching soon! 🚀 Get exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes content, and insider tips delivered straight to your inbox. Click the link below to be a part of our newsletter community. Don’t miss out. 🔗 https://www.hackerproofhq.com/ ============================= 🔗 Our Team: 👨🏽Femi - Video editor / aye.femi 👩🏽‍🦱Esther- Social media manager. / mayeblaq_ 👨🏽 David Ewele - Digital marketing. / @witty_welz 🔗 Connect with Us: ➡️Instagram: / ➡️Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof.... ➡️Twitter: / hackerproofhq 📧 For inquiries and suggestions, reach out to us at Info@hackerproofhq.com. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hacker-proof-hq/donations

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