Cloud Career Mentor

Cloud Career Mentor

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Cloud Career Mentor episodes

  • From Sales to Cloud Engineer Job In 3 Months With Cloud Career Mentor

    Fayomi Fashanu (Cloud Mentor) interviews a student who was able to transition from a sales background to a job as a cloud engineers in 3 months using the Cloud Career Mentor program


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    21 min
  • From Personal Trainer To Cloud Solution Architect | How he made the transition into the cloud

    Fayomi Fashanu (Cloud Mentor) is joined by a Senior Solutions Architect who discusses his journey into the cloud industry from a Personal Trainer background



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    AWS, cloud, solution architect, career, job, azure, devops

    23 min
  • How to become a Cloud Developer Advocate with Aaron Hunter

    Fayomi Fashanu (Cloud Mentor) sits with Principal AWS Developer Advocate Aaron hunter to discuss Aarons journey into the the cloud

    Some of the topics covered include
    - How to break into the cloud industry
    - Advice for cloud beginners
    - How to become a developer advocate


    ---------Connect with Cloud Career Mentor--------

    🗞️ Get a FREE guide on 3 Simple Steps To First Cloud Job

    💻 Access high quality cloud projects

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    -----------------Connect with Aaron-----------------------

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronshunter/
    AWS Power Hour: https://aws.amazon.com/training/twitch/

    26 min
  • Recruiter reveals how to get your first cloud job

    Fayomi Fashanu (Cloud Mentor) sits with cloud recruiter Jesse Dhillon to discuss strategies that cloud beginners can use to get their first job in the industry


    ---------Connect with Cloud Career Mentor--------

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    💻 ⁠Access high quality cloud projects⁠

    Connect with me on social media

    📲 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ 

    🐦 ⁠Twitter⁠


    -----------------Connect with Jesse-----------------------

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/techtalentexpert/



    01:55 - Mistakes cloud engineers make in their job search

    A lot of people coming into the cloud career have the misconception that getting certifications will automatically get them a place as a cloud engineer. Getting a role as a cloud engineer requires you have knowledge of networking security
    03:57 First-line support roles are the entry into the cloud.
    Lots of organizations would consider first-time support experience over certifications for junior cloud roles. Working in either IT support or the support desk, you are already working with some tools that are in the cloud, and the transition is easier.
    07:33 Build effective communication skills
    09:07 Work on high-quality cloud projects
    If you are interested in breaking into the tech space, you need to have great interest in technology. You should be sharing person cloud projects you have been working on, this will give you an edge when speaking with hiring managers.
    11:56 Developer spaces is another place you want to try out
    While getting a job as a cloud engineering mine prove difficult, you can work as a junior software developer. These spaces take in more entry levels than the cloud and you can gradually master your skills on the job.
    15:26 Don’t go into Interview unprepared.
    You need a quick sentence to tell the hiring manager that you know what the business does. You need to research about any company you are interviewing with. The key to a successful interview is preparations
    17:11 First impression are really important during interviews
    Its important to give a good first impression when you go into an interview. You dont want to come off like you don't know what you are doing. Ensure to research properly before your interview.
    19:15 Rehearse interview questions before your interview
    You don’t just go into the interview without rehearsing. Go online and research for interview question samples for the role you are interviewing for and rehearse them.
    21:00 Find your opportunity into your first role
    The best way to find your opportunity in might be to take on what others are not willing to take on. You might need to agree to work night shift, work hybrid, work full time or longer hours. Finding your opportunity in might not be the most pleasurable experience but it would definitely pays off.
    22:38 Wrap-up technique to use during interviews.
    Making the interview conversational instead of just rushing things t=during an interview shows the interviewer you are confidence. Ask questions that make interview engage in conversation with you shows of your communication skills.
    26:10 Advice to beginners in the cloud career
    Create a process of applying for Jobs, make an extra effort to speak to the job posters if they make their contacts available; not a lot of job speakers do this.
    28:47 How to make recruiters find your skills valuable
    A competitive advantage and a way to show recruiters your skills is constantly posting your projects on LinkedIn.
    30:46 How to stand out in the cloud with no technical background.
    Build projects, learn programming languages, network work with job posters and build a CV that communicates your technical and soft skills.
    32:27 How do recruiter select resumes
    There are word searches to first ensure they are selecting relevant candidates. Ensure you have relevant technical skills and soft skills key words present in your resume.

    39 min
  • Why you can't get a cloud job!

    Fayomi talks about the 3 reasons you haven't gotten a cloud job yet and what you can do to fix them!

    This video is essential for cloud beginners who want to become devops engineers, solution architects, site reliability engineers or cloud engineers


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        • AWS, cloud, solution architect, career, job, azure

        11 min
      • From Taxi Driver To Senior Cloud Engineer

        In this episode, Fayomi chats with a Senior Cloud Engineer to find out how he went from driving Taxis to getting his first cloud job and working his way up to senior cloud engineer


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        • 0:00: The Senior Cloud Engineer shares his journey on why he decided to get into the cloud from being a taxi driver with no IT/Cloud background to taking cloud certifications in AWS as well as looking for a job.  This section is interesting because it provides valuable insights for aspiring cloud enthusiasts and professionals who are aspiring to get into the cloud without any experience.

          • 2:47: The Senior Cloud Engineer explains the mini projects he did using AWS services and the platform he used in carrying out the projects, and also the mistakes he encountered doing things alone without involving his community. The clip also explains the importance of carrying out hand-on projects. This clip is interesting because it highlights a platform where one can lookout for mini projects to work on, the importance of doing a hands-on project, and also the need of working with people for support.

            • 4:10: The Senior Cloud Engineer discusses the number of jobs he applied for, the first interview he got and why he took the job. The clip also explains why it’s necessary for a beginner to be resilient in applying for as many jobs as possible and the importance of having the right attitude during an interview. This clip is interesting because it emphasises resiliency, right attitude and personality when it comes to applying for jobs and facing interviews.

              • 7:14: The Senior Cloud Engineer talks about how he switched from his former role to a full time role, and how he kept working on his skills, while waiting for a cloud opportunity. This clip is interesting because it explains consistency and resiliency.

                • 8:09: The Senior Cloud Engineer elaborates the job function of a junior Cloud Engineer, Mid-level Cloud Engineer and a Senior Cloud Engineer. He explains that as one progresses, so does the job function changes too. This clip is interesting because it highlights the career growth from Junior to senior level and what is being expected. 

                  • 10:14: The Senior Cloud Engineer explains an interesting project he worked on and why he worked on those projects.This clip is valuable for those looking out for projects to work on.

                    • 12:21:He explains how mistakes were made while working on a customer’s job and how they approached it.This clip is interesting because it demonstrates problem solving skills, the importance of perseverance and the ability to adapt to unexpected challenges.

                      • Start Time: 16:57: The Senior Cloud Engineer explains the attributes and actions he took that helped him grow in his career. He was resilient, and also networked and collaborated with people in his career path. This clip is interesting because it explains the importance of networking, diversity and teamwork in achieving success.

                        • 19:20: He explains the misconception about getting a first cloud role. It explains how one needs to get a couple of experiences before building and implementing, or applying for cloud roles.

                          • 24:10 : He talks about the importance of leveraging on tech skills and personal skills as a key to success in getting a cloud role. It also talks about how to get in contact with the Senior Cloud Engineer for anyone who seeks guidance or mentorship in this career path..



                            • AWS, cloud, solution architect, career, job, azure


                            30 min
                          • From Electrical Engineering To Senior Solution Architect

                            Fayomi chats with Babar who is a senior solutions architect at a large tech company in London. He grew up in Pakistan and studied electrical engineering at a university there. After graduating, he moved to the UK to pursue a career in tech.

                            His journey to becoming a senior solutions architect was not easy. He faced many challenges along the way, however, he never gave up on his dream. He worked hard and eventually achieved his goal.

                            In this podcast, Babar will share his story and offer advice to those who are looking to pursue a career in cloud computing. He will discuss the importance of hard work, perseverance, and never giving up on your dreams. He will also share some of the mistakes he made on his cloud journey, as well as his advice on how to avoid making the same mistakes.

                            If you are interested in learning more about Babar's story or about getting into the cloud industry, be sure to listen to this podcast.


                            🗞️ Get a FREE guide on 3 Simple Steps To First Cloud Job: ⁠https://app.cloudcareermentor.com/podcast-3-simple-steps-opt-in⁠

                            💻 Access high quality cloud projects
                            Connect with me on social media
                            📲 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cloud-career-mentor
                            🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/thecloudmentor

                            49 min
                          • Will cloud certifications get you a job as a Solution Architect?

                            Sometimes cloud certifications matter to employers,

                            and sometimes they don’t. In this episode, let’s get into some arguments for
                            and against certifications, along with how the way you think about cloud
                            certifications should change throughout the duration of your career.

                             

                            Today’s discussion involves:

                            - The incentive for employers to protect their partnership
                            status with cloud providers.

                            - What can happen when two candidates are very similar but have

                            different amounts of certifications.

                            - Why recruiters and hiring managers often being non-technical

                            places an emphasis on the number of certifications.

                            - The limit of how far certifications can get you when you’re starting your career.

                            - Why new people in this space should be sure to focus on gaining hands-on experience.

                            - What technical interviews are designed to achieve.

                            - The importance of acquiring skills that cannot be obtained from certifications alone.

                            - Why it’s best to focus on things like cloud frameworks when you want to transition into a senior role.


                            🗞️ Get a FREE guide on 3 Simple Steps To First Cloud Job: ⁠https://app.cloudcareermentor.com/podcast-3-simple-steps-opt-in⁠

                            💻 Access high quality cloud projects: www.cloudcareermentor.com
                            🎙️ Stream our podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cloudcareermentor
                            Connect with me on social media
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                            AWS, cloud, solution architect, career, job, azure


                            8 min
                          • Mistakes stopping cloud beginners from getting their first job (Advice from a senior solution architect)

                            Find out the 4 mistakes cloud beginners make that prevent them from getting their first cloud job

                            🗞️ Get a FREE guide on 3 Simple Steps To First Cloud Job: ⁠https://app.cloudcareermentor.com/podcast-3-simple-steps-opt-in⁠
                            💻 Access high quality cloud projects: www.cloudcareermentor.com
                            🎙️ Stream our podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cloudcareermentor
                            Connect with me on social media
                            📲 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cloud-career-mentor
                            🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/thecloudmentor


                            AWS, cloud, solution architect, career, job, azure

                            8 min
                          • Mindset Trick To Supercharge Your Cloud Career (AWS Solution Architect)

                            Do you want to know a mindset hack to help achieve your cloud goals?


                            Find out the difference between goal oriented and process oriented mindsets and how the right one can transform your cloud career


                            🗞️ Get a FREE guide on 3 Simple Steps To First Cloud Job: ⁠https://app.cloudcareermentor.com/podcast-3-simple-steps-opt-in⁠

                            💻 Access high quality cloud projects: www.cloudcareermentor.com
                            🎙️ Stream our podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cloudcareermentor
                            Connect with me on social media
                            📲 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cloud-career-mentor
                            🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/thecloudmentor

                            4 min

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