Thrive In Tech

Deirra J. Footman
  • 5.0 (6)
  • Technology
  • Biweekly

Honest Conversations with tech professionals to help technologists across disciplines grow and, most importantly, THRIVE in their careers and life.

Episodes

  1. 08/15/2024

    Dr. Malcolm Adams on Workforce Development in Tech

    In this episode of the "Thrive in Tech" podcast, host Deirra Footman interviews Dr. Malcolm Adams, a pioneering tech professional and advocate for sustainable technology and workforce development. The pair discusses the importance of leveraging government funding and policy to build training programs, his passion for sustainability, and the expansive opportunities in tech beyond traditional companies. Connect with Dr. Malcolm The Purposeful Economist

  2. 08/08/2024

    Dillion White on the Intersection of IT and Business

    In this episode, Deirra sits down with Dillon White, a Solutions Architect, to discuss his background and understanding of the business beyond the technical aspects. Connect with Dillon: YouTube Medium LinkedIn Topmate

  3. 08/01/2024

    Jahcorey Howze on Mental Toughness & Work Ethic

    In this episode, Deirra sits down with Jahcorey "Jay" Howze, famously known as "Mr. Don't Get Outworked." Jay shares his inspiring journey from studying computer science at the University of South Carolina to joining the military and eventually becoming a senior threat detection engineer. With a candid approach, he discusses the importance of mental toughness, the reality of switching careers, and the impact of AI on the tech industry. Connect with Jay: Twitter Instagram

  4. 07/09/2024

    Andrew Brown On Creating Opportunities

    In this episode, Deirra welcomes content creator and Cloud Guru Andrew Brown. Andrew shares his journey in the tech industry, detailing his transition to creating educational content focused on cloud technologies. He discusses the dedication required for developing high-quality courses and emphasizes the importance of continuous learning. We also delve into current cloud technology trends and Andrew's plans for more educational projects, concluding with a reminder for listeners to stay engaged and continue thriving in their tech careers. Connect With Andrew: Twitter ExamPro

  5. 03/05/2024

    Brandon Robinson on Mentorship

    In this episode, Deirra sits down with Brandon Robinson, Sales Engineer, and Author to discuss his career journey and his perspective on the importance on mentorship in your tech career. Follow Brandon Here: Website: www.wordswontform.com Instagram: wordswontform Twitter/X: words_wont_form

  6. 02/20/2024

    John Breth on Content Creation

    In this episode, Deirra sits down with John (@JBizzle703) to discuss his tech career and his journey as a content creator. John is a seasoned cybersecurity architect with over 16 years of experience in designing and implementing mission-critical systems. He is the founder of a reputable IT consulting firm. He has played a pivotal role in supporting the federal government, various Department of Defense joint networks, and the secure network of Air Force One. John's expertise is backed by high-level certifications from prestigious organizations like (ISC)², Cisco, and CompTIA. He also holds a Master of Science in Information Technology from The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School. Follow Him Here: Social Media YouTube Twitter/X Instagram Website & Blog Blog Website

  7. 02/13/2024

    Amin Ameen on Being Authentic

    On this episode, Deirra sits down with Amin Ameen, a first-gen Nigerian American from New York City. Amin transitioned from a decade+ long Engineering career into the Tech industry in Product Management. During this episode, the pair discuss Amin's pivot into tech and the importance of maintaining authenticity while building your Brand. Connect with Amin: Linkedin Instagram Website Mailing List

  8. 01/09/2024

    New Year, Next Chapter

    In this episode, Deirra talks about her break from content creation and introduces the Podcast. Follow Thrive in Tech: Website Twitter Instagram Youtube Follow Deirra at CCIE BY 30

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    Introducing Thrive In Tech

    Introducing Thrive In Tech! Thrive In Tech will be a weekly podcast where I have honest conversations with technologists on how they’ve accomplished their goals in their careers & Life. These conversations will go beyond the usual tech career discussion and dive into the human aspect to help you thrive as a technologist & person. The podcast officially launched in May 2023. Be sure to subscribe on Spotify & Apple Podcast and follow us across social media @thriveintechpod for updates!

    Introducing Thrive In Tech
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About

Honest Conversations with tech professionals to help technologists across disciplines grow and, most importantly, THRIVE in their careers and life.

Information

  • Creator
    Deirra J. Footman
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Deirra J. Footman
  • Show Website
    Thrive In Tech