Ready to unlock the secrets to a 7-figure tech career? You're in the right place! In today’s must-watch episode of "Tech is the New Black," we sit down with the incredible Otissa Johnson (@OtissaJohnson / @Bravuraa_enablement), a powerhouse in tech diversity recruitment and career development. Otissa shares insider secrets on landing high-paying tech jobs and reveals hidden career paths that could lead you to earning 7 figures in the tech space!

Are you tired of the endless entrepreneur hype on social media? Curious about the untapped opportunities in tech that go beyond coding? Otissa breaks it all down, from essential business skills for startups to lucrative, less-talked-about tech roles. Plus, discover how equity can turn a regular job into a multi-million dollar opportunity. 

We want to hear from YOU! Have you considered a tech career outside of coding? What's your take on entrepreneurship vs. intrapreneurship? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

Guest Info:

LinkedIn: Otissa Johnson

Instagram: @OtissaJohnson / @Bravuraa_enablement

#WomenInTech #TechCareerGuidance #EquityInclusion #TechIndustryMentorship #TechIndustryInsights

CHAPTERS:

0:00 - Intro

1:32 - Business Management Tips

7:35 - Keith Lorren: Boosting Small Businesses

12:21 - Lucrative Tech Careers

18:01 - Understanding Ria's Role

22:43 - Military Influence on Business

22:57 - Mastering Intrapreneurship

26:10 - Optimizing Your Business Strategy

28:55 - Role of a Business Consultant Explained

32:47 - Avoiding Scams in Business

33:46 - Project Management Certification Benefits

35:55 - Anew Consulting Partnership

39:49 - Leveraging Equity in Business

46:26 - Landing Diversity & Inclusion Jobs

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Keep me posted on your journey! 

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Podcast Host: Cyrus Harbin / @Imjustcyrus

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