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How to Pivot Your Tech Career: Live Career Coaching Session with a Developer

Author
Theresa White
Published
Mon 24 Feb 2025
Episode Link
https://career-clarity-unlocked.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-pivot-your-tech-career-live-career-coaching-session-with-a-developer

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Changing careers in tech can feel overwhelming, especially when your skills and passions seem disconnected. In this live career session, career coach Theresa White helps Theo, a tech developer, navigate a career pivot by identifying his transferable skills, values, and ideal career path. How can he leverage his love for performance in tech presentations, speaking engagements, and even YouTube content creation?

Theo has years of experience in IT and app development, but he also has a passion for storytelling, performance, and creating engaging experiences. In this session, we explore how he can transition into a career that blends technology and creativity, using storytelling in a video resume, data storytelling, and strategic networking to stand out in the job market.


Some of the career paths explored in this career transition session:



  • Technology Evangelist – Inspire and educate through tech storytelling and public speaking


  • Developer Advocate – Build community and bridge the gap between developers and businesses


  • Technology Content Creator – Leverage content creation to share tech insights


  • Experiential Designer – Use technology to create immersive, engaging user experiences


  • iOS Developer for Apps That Inspire – Develop applications that combine technology with creativity


This episode covers:



  • How to make a storytelling video resume to showcase skills


  • Why storytelling is important in a tech career pivot


  • What is data storytelling and how to use it for career branding


  • How to transition to a new career path using transferable skills


  • How to stand out in job applications and networking events


By the end of the episode, Theo has a clear direction and actionable next steps to pursue a career that truly lights him up. If you’ve ever wondered how to align your work with your passions and strengths, this episode is packed with insights!


If you are considering a career change, career transition, or career pivot but don’t know where to start, this session will help you gain clarity.


Need help finding your next career move? Book a free career clarity call with Theresa → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation.


Episode Highlights:

(00:00) Introduction to Career Clarity Unlocked

(00:33) Meet Theo: Seeking New Career Possibilities

(02:00) Theo's Professional Journey

(04:05) Discovering the Performer Within

(06:47) Impact of Inspiring Others

(14:01) Exploring the Maker Sparketype

(18:07) Exploring Voice Acting

(18:39) Career Reflections and Challenges

(19:57) Transitioning from iOS Development

(20:51) Finding Joy in Work

(23:27) Startup Experience and Public Speaking

(25:15) Considering New Career Paths

(28:12) Embracing the Developer Evangelist Role

(32:12) Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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