Career Tips – Unleash your Tech talents!
By: Neil Nepomuceno
Technology is disrupting and evolving numerous industries, expanding opportunities for Tech, Data science and AI talent to innovate and make a tangible difference at work. Here are some tips for the tech-savvy and IoT enthusiasts that will help you build a strong foundation for your career!
Create a positive Impact for the team / Organization
In today’s tech-driven world, you have to be always updated with the latest trends and leverage on the most in-demand tasks on which you can build your skills on.
TIPS: Do your research! Use your capabilities to your advantage by proposing new procedures that will improve workflow and/or delivery of products and services.
Be comfortable with sudden changes in your work environment
Business and financial targets can be ambitious, that is why dealing with ambiguity and being adaptable are essential traits for startup or scale-up employees.
TIPS: Increase your self-confidence by volunteering or accepting projects that will test your knowledge and tech-skills.
Find your fit within the technology sector
The tech sector encompasses many different sub-sectors and different-sized companies from small startups to large multinationals. Fintech, health tech, EdTech and e-commerce are all being rewired by technology. Then of course, there are the companies that focus on the technology plumbing that facilitates the growth of the digital economy.
TIPS: Whether you’re experienced in IT systems, data, or Cloud Networks, there will always be a task/project that’s in-store for you. Enroll in programs that will help you reach the next level in terms of your tech capabilities.
Find a Mentor
You need a mentor and mentee relationship that goes beyond technology and project knowledge sharing. It is also about understanding each other’s emotional space to achieve mentoring goals.
TIPS: Find a mentor in the form of your team leader, or workmates. Not only could this help you reach your goals faster, but it may also open new opportunities for learning how you can deliver your tasks in a more agile and efficient manner.