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  • 24: How to Recession-Proof Your Tech Career

    Starting a new job in the tech industry can be exciting, but it can also be daunting. The recession has made finding work difficult, and many companies are downsizing or laying off employees. Fortunately, there are some strategies that can help you cope with a recession while working in tech.

    As a technology worker, recession is something that you have to be prepared for. In this economy, layoffs are common and companies are looking for ways to save money. This can mean that your job might be in jeopardy. Even if a company is not in a recession, it is important for employees to be prepared for a downturn.

    There is light at the end of the tunnel, and with hard work and dedication, anyone can make it through these tough times.

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    • 0:52 – 3:17 What Do You Fear About The Most About Recession?
    • 3:20 – 4:28 Is It A Good Time To Find A Job When The Economy Is In A Downturn?
    • 4:33 – 6:06 Is It A Good Idea To Look At Start-ups For A New Job?
    • 6:10 – 9:08 Do You Have A Lay off Plan?
    • 9:18 – 10:36 How Can You Make Yourself More Valuable At Your Job Right Now?
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      Guest: Genella McCrary
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      YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured Guest: Khelseia Dunn
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      Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/tggti1cFpxI

      GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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      Khelseia Dunn | Entrepreneur
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      Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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    • 23: Money Tips: How To Stay Ahead Of Your Finances

      Financial management is one of the most important skills that you can learn. If you can manage your money wisely, you will be in a better position to save for the future, as well as invest for your future.

      Keeping your personal finances in order is critical to your overall well-being. There are a few tips that will help you manage your money better. To get started, here’s our new episode that you might want to check out to ensure that you have the money you need when you need it and can live a comfortable life.

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      • 1:37 – 5:00 What Was The First Thing You Did With Your First Tech Pay Check?
      • 5:01 – 7:01 How Do You Manage Your Money?
      • 7:04 – 10:28 Should You Share Your Salary With Your Co-workers and Does It Benefit?
      • 10:30 – 12:59 What Would You Do If You Found Out That Your Co-worker Is Making More Money Than You?
      • 13:03 – 15:56 How Are You Getting Financial Advice From Other People?
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        Guest: Mo Hampton
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        TWITTER | https://twitter.com/MoxieHampton
        Guest: Genella McCrary
        INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/forevergenella/
        YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured


        Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/oNuUX-NmF0w

        Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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        Mo Hampton | Software Engineer
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        GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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      • How To Create A Strong Portfolio That Will Get You a Job

        What should a Software Engineer’s portfolio contain?

        This is a question we get asked by aspiring software engineers who want to land interviews for their dream companies.

        In this video, we discuss what you should include in your portfolio besides your projects.

        We cover everything from your education and skills to your work history and accomplishments.

        Make sure to watch the video to get tips on how to create an eye-catching portfolio that will get you your dream job!

        Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes. Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/deeperthantech Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/deeperthantech Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.deeperthantech.com

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        Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/_LI5sEDQXJo

        Kedasha K. | Digital creator
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        Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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        Sandi Desiree | Software Engineer
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      • 22: Finding the motivation while learning | How to Stick to Your Learning Goals and Never Give Up

        Motivation while learning a new skill is key. Without it, people may not be willing or able to persist through the difficulties involved in mastering the new skill. In order to be successful, learners need to have a sense of purpose or reason while learning the skill.

        However, it can be difficult to stay motivated throughout the entire process. There are a few things you can do to help yourself stay on track. If you find yourself struggling to stay motivated, it may be helpful to watch our new episode to get right back on track! Don’t forget to celebrate your accomplishments along the way! ✨

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        • 1:04 – 3:15 What New Skills Are You Learning?
        • 3:17 – 4:59 How Do You Set Goals To Achieve A New Skill?
        • 5:01 – 7:41 Do You Think You Can Master A New Skill In One Sitting?
        • 7:55 – 9:49 Do You Reward Yourself After Learning A New Skill?
        • 9:50 – 10:52 What Are Some Steps To Accomplish Your Goal?
        • 10:53 – 12:18 How Do You Choose An Accountability Partner?
        • 12:37 – 16:48 What Is A Good Way To Break Down Your Goal?
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          Host:
          INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabretous/ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/samanthabretous
          TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthabretous
          LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthabretous/

          Guest: Mo Hampton
          INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/moxiehampton/
          TWITTER | https://twitter.com/MoxieHampton
          Guest: Genella McCrary
          INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/forevergenella/
          YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured


          Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/z5nrHTxFdcQ

          GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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          Mo Hampton | Software Engineer
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          Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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        • 21: How to Know If Creating Digital Content is Right for You | TIPS and TRICKS

          Digital content is more than just a buzzword–it’s an essential part of any business’ marketing strategy.

          But what exactly is Digital content and how does digital content impact the way we live and work? Find out that and more in this video!

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          • 0:57 – 3:17 What Is Digital Content?
          • 3:18 – 6:01 What Kind Of Digital Content Do You Create?
          • 6:08 – 9:58 What Do You Think Of Monetizing Your Digital Content?
          • 10:00 – 13:50 How Do You Balance Creating Digital Content While Having A Full Time Job?
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            Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes.

            Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/deeperthantech

            Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/deeperthantech

            Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.deeperthantech.com

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            Host:
            INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabretous/ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/samanthabretous
            TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthabretous
            LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthabretous/

            Guest: Mo Hampton
            INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/moxiehampton/
            TWITTER | https://twitter.com/MoxieHampton
            Guest: Genella McCrary
            INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/forevergenella/
            YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured


            Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/VC0tZ0lopec

            GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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            Mo Hampton | Software Engineer
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            Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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          • How Many Projects Should You Put On Your Portfolio | Finding The Perfect Balance!

            How many projects should software engineers show on their resume or portfolio page? How many is too few? How many are too many?

            This is an interesting question to ask because the answer is going to vary based on company, field, and role so much.

            In this video, Samantha, Sandi, and Kedasha share some thoughts about the number of projects you might need to get your next job and what types of projects recruiters are looking for.

            Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes. Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/deeperthantech Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/deeperthantech Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.deeperthantech.com

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            Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/pIUd6xQ_G_Y

            Kedasha K. | Digital creator
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            Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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            Sandi Desiree | Software Engineer
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          • 20: Why Hybrid Work is the Future of Employment

            Hybrid work is a great way for employers to get the best of both worlds. They can have an employee who is based in the office, and one who is working remotely. From when to go to the office to why work in the first place, employees have a new “worth it” equation. And there’s no going back.

            Want to know more about Hybrid work? You are going to love our new episode explains why employers like hybrid work, and how it can benefit both the employer and the employee. Enjoy!

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            • 0:48 – 2:24 What Is Hybrid Work?
            • 2:28 – 4:29 How Has The The Pandemic Changed What Employees Want In Their Workplace?
            • 4:36 – 5:48 Does Your Work and Your Personal Work Blend Together While Working Remotely?
            • 5:57 – 9:11 What Are The Benefits Of Hybrid Work For Employers?
            • 9:13 – 11:10 Is Hybrid Work Considered A Benefit?
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              Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes.

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              INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabretous/ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/samanthabretous
              TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthabretous
              LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthabretous/

              Guest: Mo Hampton
              INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/moxiehampton/
              TWITTER | https://twitter.com/MoxieHampton
              Guest: Genella McCrary
              INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/forevergenella/
              YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured


              Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/7Pit5iuPwts

              GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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              Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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              Mo Hampton | Software Engineer
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            • 19: This Could Have Been An Email | Make Your Meeting a Success: Follow These Tips!

              Meetings are part of every organization. It’s a way for employees to gather, exchange ideas, share feedback, and learn from each other. It is an important part of any workplace, but they can often be ineffective and unproductive.

              Some employees just don’t enjoy going to meetings. If you’re having meetings for meeting’s sake then you’re wasting everyone’s time including yours. Effective team meetings are not difficult to achieve — but why do we need to have effective team meetings in the first place? And how does one conduct an effective meeting?

              Join us as we show you how to have effective meetings that will get the most out of everyone involved.

              Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes. Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/deeperthantech Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/deeperthantech Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.deeperthantech.com

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              Music: Dance by Spiring https://soundcloud.com/user-57630131 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

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              INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabretous/ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/samanthabretous
              TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthabretous
              LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthabretous/

              Guest: Mo Hampton
              INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/moxiehampton/
              TWITTER | https://twitter.com/MoxieHampton
              Guest: Genella McCrary
              INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/forevergenella/
              YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured


              Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/tZ9ozWluGPs

              GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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              Mo Hampton | Software Engineer
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              Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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              17 min
            • Easy Ways To Make Your Website Look More Professional

              Have you ever wondered how to get a nice-looking website?

              In this video, you’ll learn how to get a website that looks great and helps you stand out from the competition without spending a lot of money.

              You don’t need to be a web design expert to do it yourself.

              We’ll show you some simple tips and tricks that will help you create a professional and stylish website.

              So, if you’re looking to give your business a boost, watch this video now!

              Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes. Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/deeperthantech Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/deeperthantech Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.deeperthantech.com

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              Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/KTNAIDWgknY

              Kedasha K. | Digital creator
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              Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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              Sandi Desiree | Software Engineer
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              2 min
            • 18: How to Perform at Work and Make an Impression

              Job performance in the workplace is an important topic that is constantly being discussed. Many people are concerned about how their work affects their personal lives, and whether or not they are happy with their jobs. There are a lot of factors that can affect job performance, including the environment, the company’s culture, and the individual’s skill set. It is important to find a job that fits your personality and your skills, so you can be happy and productive at work.

              Job performance is key to career success. This video showcases five tips to help improve your job performance and advance your career. Watch now for valuable advice from an industry expert!

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              • 0:44 – 5:01 What Do Job Performance Mean To You?
              • 5:05 – 8:26 How Do You Know That You Are Producing Quality Work?
              • 8:40 – 10:11 How Do You Ask For A Promotion?
              • 10:14 – 12:12 How To Convince Your Boss That You Are Ready For A Promotion?
              • 12:15 – 15:30 How Do You Measure Performance Over Time?
              • 15:32 – 17:46 Do You Have Any Tips On How To Track Your Performance?
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                Thank you so much for listening and don’t forget to leave us a review! And hit the subscribe button to keep up with future episodes.

                Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/deeperthantech

                Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/deeperthantech

                Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.deeperthantech.com

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                Host:
                INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/samanthabretous/ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/samanthabretous
                TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@samanthabretous
                LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthabretous/

                Guest: Mo Hampton
                INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/moxiehampton/
                TWITTER | https://twitter.com/MoxieHampton
                Guest: Genella McCrary
                INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/forevergenella/
                YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@forevergenella/featured


                Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/jXpn6UvTWSc

                GeNella McCrary | Scrum Master
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                Mo Hampton | Software Engineer
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                Samantha Bretous | Senior Software Engineer
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                19 min

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              The goal of this show is to help black women in tech understand how to navigate the tech space so that they can advance their careers as Software Engineers, UX Designers, Scrum Masters and so many…