Are you struggling to stand out in today’s competitive tech job market? In this episode, Danny Thompson and Leon Noel discuss why companies claim there isn’t a “talent shortage” but rather a shortage of qualified talent. They dig into the importance of business use cases, how to continue growing your skills (both on and off the job), and why knowing the local tech stack matters. Plus, they introduce a new segment—Ask Danny & Leon—answering questions on how to leave a new job for a better opportunity and how to land your first freelance client. If you want to fast-track your career in tech, this is the episode for you!
Topics Covered:
Why there’s no shortage of junior developers—but there is a shortage of “qualified” devsHow to demonstrate your qualifications and meet business needsThe importance of continuous growth and staying current with market demandsNavigating the 3-month, 6-month, and 1-year benchmarks in a new tech roleChoosing the right tech stack based on your local marketHow to (tactfully) leave a brand-new job for a better offerProven strategies to land your first freelance client
🔍 What you'll learn:
0:00 Intro & Welcome
1:02 Forming a Meetup for CTOs & CEOs
3:15 Talent Shortage vs. Qualified Talent Shortage
6:04 The Cost of a Bad Hire
8:07 Landing a Job vs. Building a Career
11:59 Understanding 3, 6, and 9-Month Benchmarks
14:21 Aligning Skills with Local Tech Demands
20:03 New Segment: Ask Danny & Leon
20:58 Q1: Leaving a Job After Only 1 Month
29:20 Q2: Finding Your First Freelance Client
37:00 Wrap-Up & Next Steps
