There’s a pattern I’ve observed through my time as an engineer and a manager. As someone progresses through their career, the amount they ask for help from others follows a u-curve, and takes a significant dip around the mid-level portion of their career. If left unchecked, that lack of support and collaboration can slow down their growth, cause a lot of unnecessary stress, and lower the quality of their work. This is something which then needs to be unlearned as the person continues to grow on to a more senior level.
As I write this article, I’m 31 years old. I’m not married. I don’t have kids, or anyone who’s dependent on me in any way. I’m not studying for a new qualification, or any of the other classic reasons to work part-time. For me that’s precisely why it’s the perfect time to start this new chapter in my life.
In this second interview for The Front End Coach Podcast, James and I talk about the interview and job application process. I shares some of my own experiences and give tips on how to stand out and give yourself the best chance of landing your first dev job.
In this episode of The Front End Coach Podcast, I share my thoughts with James on what it takes to become a great developer, alongside tips regarding job applications and how to handle imposter syndrome.