In this episode, we chat with John Capobianco, a developer advocate at Cisco.

John has 20 years of IT experience, including network engineering, automation, and artificial intelligence. He’ll share his journey from being a factory worker to becoming a developer advocate and an author.

We talk about how he discovered his passion for network automation and AI, and how he went from barely knowing what AI is to becoming an expert and a teacher in just one year. He also reveals some of the secrets behind his first book, Automate Your Network, and gives us a sneak peek of his upcoming book.

We’ll also discuss some of the problems and errors he had in his career and how he fixed them and learned from them. He’ll share some tips and best practices on how to avoid common pitfalls and improve your network performance.

Join us for this amazing and inspiring conversation with John Capobianco.

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Try something, get your hands on the keyboard, and do things.
The only way truly to learn it is to do it with your own hands and have some failures, some errors, and work it out.
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John's Links: 

• LinkedIn 
• Twitter
• Automate Your Network (book)
• Blog

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In this episode, we chat with Tim Crawford, a strategic CIO, executive coach, and advisor who works with large global enterprise organizations and vendors.

Tim has over 30 years of experience as a technology leader, working in various roles such as network engineer, infrastructure manager, and CIO at different companies and industries. He’ll share his journey from mowing lawns as his first job to starting his own business, AVOA, where he advises both end users and vendors on technology and business strategy.

We discuss how he brings his CIO perspective and expertise to both sides of the equation, and how he deals with the challenges and opportunities of running his own business and being a doer.

We’ll also explore his experiences with imposter syndrome and how he overcame his self-doubt and achieved success in his career.

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Find your own purpose.
Contribute to something more than just the job that you’re doing.
Find a way to make a difference in something that resonates with you.
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Tim's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter

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In this episode, we chat with John White, the Chief Operating Officer of US Signal, a cloud and data center service provider.

John has over 20 years of experience as a technology leader, working in various roles such as engineer, architect, and innovator. He’ll share his journey from building websites for a robotics company to becoming a COO and a board member of multiple organizations.

We discuss how he deals with his intellectual curiosity and attention to detail and helps his teams solve complex and challenging problems.

We’ll also explore his experiences with imposter syndrome and how he learned to trust himself and others in his career.

Join us for this inspiring and insightful conversation with John White.”

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When you’re smart and you’re a go-getter, you’re going to do the next thing, have some patience, and celebrate some of those wins.
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John's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Foster Love Project

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In this episode, we chat with Andy Taylor, a networking specialist solutions architect at AWS.

Andy has over 25 years of experience in the network industry, working in various roles such as helpdesk, network engineer, and network automation expert.

He shares his journey from starting as a temp on a helpdesk to becoming a community leader and a cloud networking guru.

We talk about how he overcame his imposter syndrome, ADHD, and learning difficulties, and how he developed his skills and knowledge through self-study and online courses.

We also discuss how he designs architectures that meet business, security, and operational requirements, and how he innovates with his passionate and supportive team.

Join us for this fascinating and candid conversation with Andy Taylor.

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“Just do it and be like a swan.
Look confident on the outside, even if under the water your legs are flapping around and you're really having a bad time.
You know, fake it till you make it almost.”
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Andy's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Blog
• Slack Group

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In this episode, we talk to Ned Bellavance, an IT professional with more than 20 years of experience in the field, and founder of Ned in the Cloud LLC.

He shares his journey from working in retail to becoming a consultant, a content creator, and an independent entrepreneur. He also reveals how he overcame the challenges and discomforts of consulting, and how he developed his passion for learning and teaching new technologies. 

We discuss his courses on Pluralsight, his books, his podcasts, and his unfinished rock opera project. We also explore how running helps him stay productive and healthy, and what advice he has for aspiring IT professionals.

Join us for this insightful and inspiring conversation with Ned.

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“One of my core pillars of just how I like to live my life is to make myself at least somewhat uncomfortable all the time.
Because if you’re not uncomfortable, then you’re probably not growing in any way.”
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Ned's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Website
• YouTube
• GitHub

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Mallory Knodel, the CTO of the Center for Democracy and Technology, a nonprofit organization that advocates for human rights and social justice in the digital age. 

Mallory shares her fascinating journey from working in homeless shelters and teaching physics in New York to becoming a public interest technologist who engages in global internet governance and policy.

She explains what “multi-stakeholderism” means and why it is important for the future of the internet, as well as how she balances her technical expertise with her passion for social issues. 

Mallory is a hacker and a warrior who uses technology as a tool for transformative change. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and insights.

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Just because you know something very well, you might be very smart, doesn't mean you can explain it to other people.
Acknowledging that is sort of the first step to helping people to understand it.
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Mallory's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter

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In this episode, we chat with Nico Strina, the Vice President of Network Software and Platform Architecture at Equinix.

Nico has over 25 years of experience as a network engineer and architect, working in various sectors such as broadband, content delivery, and interconnection.

He shares his journey from graduating as a car mechanic and discovering Linux through music to becoming a leader in the network industry.

We discuss how he moved from France to Switzerland and then to San Francisco, and how he faced the challenges of building credibility and trust in different cultures. We also talk about how he empowers his team to achieve the North Star vision and how he balances his passion for technology with his family life.

Join us for this inspiring and insightful conversation with Nico Strina.

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“When you step somewhere extra, you need to take decisions that have consequences, but if you come with a positive mind, you’re doing your best.”
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Niko's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter

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In this episode of the Imposter Syndrome Network podcast, we talk with Senior Systems engineer Keiran Shelden who’ll share his career journey and experiences with imposter syndrome.

Keiran discusses maintaining their VMware Vexpert status for nearly 10 years through community involvement like blogging and tech field days. 

They describe first discovering their passion for virtualization technology and how getting engaged with online communities helped expand their knowledge and network. 

Keiran also opens up about challenges faced working in IT in Australia due to geographic isolation from many technology vendors. 

We will hear about overcoming imposter syndrome and learn how participating in groups like user conferences can help boost confidence and make valuable connections.

Keiran's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Blog

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In this episode, we chat with Chris Cummings, a full-stack network automation software engineer at ESnet.

Chris has a fascinating story of how he accidentally got into network engineering, starting from a summer camp job in Alaska. He’ll share his insights on the value of certifications, the importance of learning from others, and the challenges of imposter syndrome.

We discuss how he transitioned from being a network engineer to a software engineer, and how he uses his skills to automate the network for some of the most demanding scientific research projects in the world.

We’ll also explore how he deals with boredom, burnout, and stress in his career, and how he strives to be the dumbest person in the room.

Join us for this engaging and informative conversation with Chris Cummings.

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“I always want to be the dumbest person.
I'm a firm believer that life is about learning from others in every single aspect.”
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Chris' Links:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Modem Podcast
• Blog
• Premature Senior Article

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In this episode, we chat with Jeff Doyle, a director of solutions architecture at Juniper Networks and a renowned author of several books on routing protocols.

Jeff has over 30 years of experience as a network engineer, working in various roles such as technical marketing, consulting, and engineering. He’ll share his journey from climbing poles as a” phone man” to writing books and becoming a director at Juniper.

We discuss how he discovered his passion for networking and writing, and how he balances his technical expertise with his communication skills. He’ll also give us some tips on how to write better and find a good editor.

We’ll explore his career path and the challenges he faced along the way, such as being a terrible salesperson, dealing with ego problems, and finding the right fit in the networking industry.

Join us for this fascinating and insightful conversation with Jeff Doyle.

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“Find what really excites you, don’t settle.”
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Jeff's Links:

• LinkedIn
• Amazon Author Page
• Between 0x2Nerds
• Network Automation Forum

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