Navigating Rejection and Recognition in the IT World: A Personal Journey

In this special 'Coaching in the Car' edition of 'How to Thrive in IT,' D.J. tackles the emotionally charged topic of dealing with rejection and feeling ignored within the IT industry.

Sharing personal experiences, including his own repeated rejection from the Citrix Technology Professionals Program, the host delves into why contributions often go unnoticed.

He discusses the challenges of getting recognized in a noisy online world and offers strategies for making impactful contributions, such as solving common problems and finding advocates who can tell your story.

The episode also highlights the importance of reviews and feedback in validating one's work and encourages listeners to advocate for others to foster a more supportive professional environment.

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00:00 Introduction: Thriving in IT

00:55 Addressing Emotional Challenges

01:33 Feeling Ignored and Rejected

03:33 Resource of the Week: Risks and Recommendations Spreadsheet

04:59 The Reality of Marketing in IT

07:21 Creating Impactful Content

10:51 Advocacy and Recognition

15:03 Conclusion and Call to Action

(stay tuned for a special song at the end of the episode!)