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Applying online and hearing nothing back? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault.

In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric sits down with Jeffry Ullman, job search coach and creator of the LinkedIn Job Search Masterclass, to break down what really works when trying to land your next role. Drawing on experience, strategy, and a wealth of practical tips from his two-part presentation series, Jeffry shares how to escape the resume “black hole,” optimize your LinkedIn profile, and build a personal brand that attracts recruiters and hiring managers.

Whether you’ve been laid off, are actively seeking a change, or want to future-proof your online presence, this is the guide you’ve been waiting for.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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Jeffry Ullman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffryullman

Jeffry’s LinkedIn Strategy: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/avoid-black-hole-how-leverage-linkedin-find-new-role-ullman-mba

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Getting laid off is hard. It can shake your confidence, your routines, and your sense of direction. But it doesn’t have to define you.

In this solo episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric shares his own experience with being laid off including: what helped, what didn’t, and what he wishes he’d known earlier. He also rounds up the most practical, compassionate advice from others who’ve been through it: from job hunting strategies to mental health tools to rebuilding momentum in your career and personal life.

If you’re currently navigating a layoff, or want to be ready in case you ever have to, this episode is for you.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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What happens when two nerds who love the community side of tech get together? A whole lot of stories, laughs, and insights.

In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric sits down with his coworker Chris DeMars to talk about Developer Relations, technical advocacy, and what it really takes to support and empower devs in today’s fast-moving ecosystem. From browser wars to burnout, open source to on-stage nerves, it’s a real look at what fuels a career in DevRel, and how to avoid fizzling out.

Oh, and maybe a few hot takes along the way.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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Chris DeMars: https://chrisdemars.net/

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The role of the system administrator has changed a lot in the last couple decades, but some of us are still proudly flying the flag. Eric sits down with longtime friend Nate Lager to talk about his career journey, lessons learned from the trenches, and what still excites him about tech today.

We’ll cover everything from burnout to bash scripts, automation to authenticity. Whether you’re a new sysadmin, a grizzled graybeard, or someone who just loves nerding out about Linux and infrastructure—you’ll feel right at home.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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Before DevOps, SRE, and the cloud were all the rage, there were sysadmins—tech generalists who kept the lights on, often with duct tape, bash scripts, and caffine.

In this solo episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric shares how he broke into the world of system administration, from his earliest tech gigs to becoming the go-to Linux guy. Along the way, he reflects on the lessons learned, tools loved (and hated), and how the role of a sysadmin has evolved. Whether you're new to IT or just nostalgic for the days of cron, this one’s for you.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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From AI to compliance, modernization to mission-critical infrastructure, working in the public sector versus government tech can look similar on the surface… but the reality is often worlds apart.

In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric welcomes Joel Krooswyk, a former colleague at GitLab and a seasoned technical leader navigating a major life shift. Together, they unpack the differences between public sector and government work, from regulations and red tape to values, velocity, and what “transformation” really means when the stakes are national.

Whether you’re a tech pro curious about working with the government or just someone watching the blurred lines between public, private, and hybrid tech work—this episode offers clarity, stories, and inspiration for navigating the spaces in between.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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Joel Krooswyk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelrkrooswyk/

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For many Linux users, configuration means dotfiles, bash scripts, and duct tape. But what if your entire system, from packages to users to services could be described, versioned, and rolled back like code?

In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Aaron Honeycutt to demystify NixOS, the declarative, reproducible Linux distribution that’s changing how people think about system configuration. We’ll cover what makes NixOS different, how to get started without pulling your hair out, and how this distro fits into modern DevOps, home lab, and desktop workflows.

If you’ve ever heard the term “declarative infrastructure” and wondered what it actually looks like in practice, this is your chance to find out.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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Connect with Aaron: https://aaron.honeycutt.family

NixOS: https://nixos.org

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GitOps can feel like buzzword soup, especially for seasoned Linux admins who’ve spent years mastering bash, cron, and config files. But what if it’s not as scary—or as different—as it sounds?

In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Christian Hernandez, a longtime Linux administrator who “accidentally” became a Kubernetes and GitOps expert. Together, they break down what GitOps really is, how it compares to traditional sysadmin practices, and how Linux professionals can embrace this powerful approach to infrastructure automation without throwing away their shell scripts.

Whether you're Git-curious or deep in YAML fatigue, this conversation will give you practical context, real talk, and tips for making GitOps part of your day-to-day toolkit.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

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Connect with Christian: https://chernand.io/

OpenGitOps: https://opengitops.dev/

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What if your desktop, tablet, and phone all spoke the same open-source language? Meet Lomiri — a fast, lightweight, and flexible user interface originally developed for Ubuntu Touch, and now maintained by the UBports community.

In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Erik Mols from the Lomiri project to unpack what Lomiri is, where it came from, and how it’s carving out a unique niche in the Linux ecosystem. Whether you’re into convergence, lightweight desktops, or just love a good underdog story in tech, you’ll want to tune in.

We’ll cover the project’s history, current state, and future plans, as well as why developers and users alike should be paying more attention to alternative shells like Lomiri in a GNOME/KDE-dominated world.

Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions.

Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric

Erik Mols: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-mols-63b3285

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Special Guest: Erik Mols.

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After a few months away from the mic, I’m back—and rebooting Eric the IT Guy not just as a brand, but as a mission.

In this short update, I share what I’ve been up to since leaving Red Hat, why I’m launching into a new season of my career, and what I’m hoping for next. Whether you’ve followed my journey through Linux, open source, or DevOps content creation—this is a personal, honest reset point.

📺 Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/3rtKr-pW-7Q

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