016: Leveraging Free Resource to Break into Tech w/ Pace Ellsworth
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Experience. Every job requires it before you get a start.
Unfortunately, we don’t always have the experience required to get the big break into the role that we we’re applying for.
Today, Eddie Thomason is speaking with Pace Ellsworth, CEO of Nuclius as he shares his experience with breaking into tech and transitioning into cybersecurity
We’ll unpack his passion towards assisting an African Nation with digitizing and documenting historical records and opportunities where YOU can help.
Let’s get into it!
Today’s Guest
Pace Ellsworth - Connect
Bio:
Pace Ellsworth is the CEO of Nuclius, a software development company, constantly launching B2B and B2C apps for small businesses and enterprises.
He also teaches Career Readiness at a coding school to show people how to break into their first tech job.
You’ll Learn:
Breaking into tech without a degree
Resources to develop your skills
Sniper approach vs Shotgun approach
Transitioning from IT to cybersecurity
Mindset necessary to crush the interview
Volunteer opportunities that will allow you to grow your skillset
Resources:
Riverside.fm - How we recorded our virtual interview (Affiliate Link)
Buzzsprout - Our podcast hosting platform (Affiliate Link)
Descript - How we produce the full transcript for our shows (Affiliate Link)
PodMatch - It’s like a dating app for podcasts. If you have a story to tell, PodMatch will connect you to Podcasts where your story is relevant to their audience. (Affiliate Link)
Eddie Thomason: Unlock Yourself: How to Earn the Success Your Were Born to Create (Amazon link) - Professional development book
Equipment I used:
All Links below are amazon affiliate links. These are products that I bought with my own hard earned dollars to create a show/experience that my audience will enjoy. As you can tell, equipment is expensive. These links will help support the show at no additional expense to you. If you have any questions about any of the items and how I use them, email me at eddie@simplysecurepodcast.com.
