a tale of hiring, devrel, and various other things w/ ted neward
guest: ted neward, technologist and author
- look past checklist hiring and judge candidates by depth and transferable skills, not just exact tech matches
- a cs degree is not required to succeed in tech, so don't let a job post requiring one stop you from applying
- build your network and personal brand through local user groups, volunteering, and teaching, not just conferences
- don't take job rejection personally since most of the time it comes down to fit or circumstances outside your control
- when hiring juniors, pair them with a strong mentor, build in psychological safety, and invest time before expecting full productivity