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3 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Took My First Tech Job
It’s been 3 years since my technology career officially started, and although I don’t consider myself an “expert” in the field of technology / information science — I’ve learnt 3 important lessons that would prove useful for soon-to-be graduates.
Extraordinary Technology Innovation Is Done By A Select Few
No one doubts the impact of technological innovation on our world, particularly with the advent of electronic computing in the last century. That said, many of these advancements are only made by a few companies, and inside those companies, a few select people.
Although you might be fortunate enough to do something truly exciting in your very first role in your very first company — it’s highly unlikely. More often than not, you’ll have to earn the right to work on something like that, and even then you ultimately can’t control their final decision to involve you.
Don’t Take Anything A Hiring Manager Says At Face Value
Talk is cheap, how cheap depends how badly you’ve been burned by it. I’m not suggesting you should trust nobody, but rather actions speak louder than words. They may have a once in a lifetime opportunity for you, but remember that they’re occupied first and…
