Techtonic

In this engaging interview, Shannon Gregg shares her journey from traditional CRM systems to becoming a prominent Salesforce expert. She emphasizes the importance of blending people, processes, and technology to enhance customer satisfaction. Shannon offers valuable advice on career pivots, handling imposter syndrome, and effective networking strategies. She also provides tips for job seekers on selling themselves authentically during interviews and the importance of continuous learning.

Key Points:

• Combining people, processes, and technology
• Career pivots and leveraging diverse backgrounds
• Handling imposter syndrome
• Importance of soft skills and continuous learning
• Effective networking strategies
• Tips for job seekers on authentic self-presentation

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In this enlightening episode of Techtonic, Community Leader, former recruiter, Department Leader, diversity & inclusion activist, and Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer Stacey Whitaker joins hosts Jared Tang and Bob Gerst to delve into her transformative journey within the Salesforce ecosystem. Highlights of this episode include:

• What recruiters and hiring managers look for when evaluating candidates 
• The power of networking and speaking engagements for professional growth
• Insights into diversity, equity, and inclusion in tech
• The role of mentors and intentional networking in career advancement
• Strategies for navigating the evolving job market in technology

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights from a leader who has shaped her career through resilience and a deep passion for Salesforce and community building.

Techtonic is continually seeking job seekers, community leaders, hiring managers to feature in our upcoming episodes. If you’re interested in sharing your story beyond resumes and social profiles, email your contact details to [email protected] to potentially be our next guest.

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Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In this awesome and installment of Techtonic, Founder of Midwest Dreamin' Eric Dreshfield  joins Jared Tang & Bob Gerst to share his wisdom compiled over the past 15 years in the ecosystem. In this episode,  Eric shared his wisdom to explore: 

• Navigating the Salesforce job market
• The importance of networking & attending community conferences
• How the Salesforce ecosystem has changed over the years 
• How integral mentors can be to your career
• Salesforce career development

Don't miss the chance to hear from someone whose played a huge part in influencing Salesforce Community Conferences! 

Techtonic is looking for job seekers & hiring managers to interview for our next episodes. If you're interested in sharing your experience in a different medium than resumes & social profiles, send an email your resume contact details to [email protected] to be considered as our next guest. 

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In this exciting and insightful episode, Brad Mislow joins Jared Tang & Bob Gerst to explore how he overcame being laid off on his birthday from a company he had a long history with. 

In this installment he shares his playbook that got him hired at leading enterprise software Okta. He speaks to: 

• Maintaining your network & leveraging our connections
• Organizing your outreach to hiring teams and tracking your progress 
• Nurturing your mental health 
• His feelings on pre-work assignments during the interview process
• More

Don't miss the chance to learn from someone who may have experienced a similar situation as you have or one that you may have to overcome in the future. 

Techtonic is looking for job seekers & hiring managers to interview for our next episodes. If you're interested in sharing your experience in a different medium than resumes & social profiles, send an email your resume contact details to [email protected] to be considered as our next guest. 

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In this episode Jared & Bob are joined by the VP, Engineering at National Debt Relief, Michael Berris.  Michael has hired over 60 Salesforce professionals throughout his career and also has battled being laid off from a company he spent 18 years at. 

Michael honors us with his 20+ years of wisdom around:

• What a veteran Salesforce Hiring Manager looks for in new team members
• The importance of communication as a soft skill 
• Resume and communications tips on getting a job after getting laid off 
• Maximizing the real estate on your resume and professional profiles

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In this episode Jared & Bob connect with Tech Entrepreneur Jeff Dwoskin who ceased the opportunity to build his business after being suddenly laid off from his Director level role at Little Caesar's. 

In this discussion Jeff speaks to: 

• What he was feeling when he received this unfortunate news
• How he dealt with this change in his career
• Things to consider if you're starting a tech/software company
• His advice and mantra on helping others in your network during their job search

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In this episode Jared & Bob connect with Consulting Coach Michael Martin who specializes in helping tech consultancies and firms get started or improve business processes. 

In this discussion Mike speaks to: 

• His background
• Tips & tricks for early stage consultancies
• The importance of sales & networking
• Why finding the right team members is critical 
• The value of setting a self fulfilling prophecy 
• Some mistakes the avoid when building a consulting practice 

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

In the very first installation of Techtonic Jared & Bob are joined by 20 year Solutions Architect Ryan Thomason. Ryan has led a very accomplished technical career in solutions architecture working for and consulting with large scale corporations. While this highly accomplished professional has spear headed some of the most important projects for these businesses, after he was forced to take time off to care for a loved one he is met with the unfortunate barriers that come with the volatile tech hiring market of today. Learn more about navigating around gaps in your career, personal branding, content creation, and making your professional profile stand out to hiring managers! 

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.

Techtonic is a Gaggle Social production.