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When you are the worst……..Change something. A talent shortage IS looming, but it isn’t what you think it is. Here in Minnesota, we rank 50th in the country in terms of High Schools offering computer science coursework. Dead. Last. We can do better, and we should. Will it matter? How many students look at all the work being pushed offshore or handed over to AI and think why would I pursue a career in tech if it put my parents out of work? Can you blame them? They’re young and impressionable, not blind, or stupid. We’ve been here before though. I think back to the early 2000’s……..(yes I’m THAT old) That didn’t go as well as hoped, and a lot of work was brought back to the States. The problem was that the students that WOULD have gone to school for CompSci and the like saw what was happening. They passed and pursued other options. We had a talent shortage……….A donut hole in the workforce if you will. Took several years to recover from that, do we REALLY want to do that again? Let’s not have history repeating itself, hire the intern and encourage the entry level roles.(real ones) Train and promote from within and give your loyal people a chance to continue being successful. We’ll all be better off. All of us, and it’s not hard to find the stats to prove it. (google “do layoffs actually save money?”) Let’s do better this time around, all of us, and not just because it’s Christmas. #talentshortage #talentsolutions #dobetter
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Career conversations have picked up once again. Some snippets I have heard in my discussions include: "Should I join this risky startup that aligns with my interests?" "Joining big tech as secure as it promises to be?" "Should I get into product to get my next stint?" Every career conversation needs to be nuanced and specific to a particular individual. In this week's post, I have written about two specific frameworks on the different games we play in our 20-30-year career journey. Defined games vs. Contingency games **** I consistently write about topics related to careers in tech here: https://lnkd.in/gRZGm-mv
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"What do you want to be when you grow up?" 🌟 Many high schoolers would answer something about working in Big Tech. But that is quickly changing. Among today's high-achieving high schoolers, Big Tech's charm is fading. According to a survey from the National Society of High School Scholars, 10,000 Gen Zers are swiping left on tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Apple, who slipped in this year's workplace wish list. Meanwhile, the FBI, NASA, and healthcare heroes like St. Jude are all the rage! Tech's cool factor might be cooling off with concerns over AI and all those industry shake-ups. But can you blame them? The headlines are buzzing with Silicon Valley layoffs, and Gen Z is looking for stability. Government gigs and healthcare careers can perceivably offer steadier paths forward. These high schoolers are our future workforce, set to enter in the coming years. With tech skills gaps widening and Gen Z preferring freelance or gig work, it's another curveball for the world of work. My advice? Invest in your employer brand, focus on retention, and start building your early career pipeline now. The future's knocking—let's make sure we're ready. And for fun, how did you answer the “what do you want to be when you grow up question?” I’ll go first. #FutureOfWork #GenZ #TechTrends
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My journey at Microsoft began with five interview rounds. I have been to multiple job drives, and even after years of experience, the pressure remained the same. But the case at Microsoft was different! The extensive experience of passing through 5 rounds is one of the critical moments in my career. ▶️ Rounds 1 and 2 were all about coding. I had to showcase my coding and problem-solving skills, where solving the problem and the approach, starting from brute force algorithm and optimisation were necessary. I still remember using bottom-up DP and DFS to find connected components/islands. ▶️ Round 3 was about system design. They gave me a problem around a counter that can handle disaster recovery and assessed my ability to build end-to-end systems. ▶️ Round 4 talked in detail about the work I was doing and had done at previous companies to understand how I contributed. We discussed the HLD of the application I was working on and went to the Low-level design of a few modules. We also discussed core concepts, such as multithreading, parallel programming and asynchronous programming. ▶️ Round 5 revolved around culture fit and how I would gel into it based on my skills and personality. I am grateful for getting accepted by the end because it was one of the most exciting interviews I had given. When you go to interviews, it's common to get overwhelmed seeing the competition and pressure. But, Microsoft's standout quality was: • Maintaining a peaceful environment throughout all the rounds. • Avoiding any external pressure, creating a calm atmosphere for the applicants. • Check if applicants ate during the process. While internal stress was there, this approach certainly helped ease things. And that is also one of the reasons why Microsoft has been my first love in all the companies I've worked for! :) I am glad to be connected with them even now as my husband is also a part of this incredible company! What's your most memorable interview experience? #microsoft #interviewexperience #careerguidance
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Have you ever thought about creating your dream job? 🌟 Ayelet Lazarovitch and I dived into this topic and discussed the transferable skills between work and home life, as well as the unique skills gained from motherhood. 🤔 To brighten up your Friday, check out the 5-minute recap with Ayelet! 🌈 This is the full conversation with Ayelet for Conversations with Tec-HERs! 🎙️https://lnkd.in/gyaPuWmg Remember, these are my personal views, even though I have a very cool job at Google. 😉 #womenintech #stem #Google #careers
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🌟 Big Dreams, Bigger Achievements! 🌟 Back in 2017, I was just a student from a small college, stepping nervously into my first job interview. I never thought big tech companies would notice me. But here I am today, holding offers from both Google and Microsoft. Tears rolled down my cheeks as I read the words, "We're pleased to offer you..." not once, but twice. Each tear was a reflection of the years of sacrifice, moments of doubt, and the unwavering belief that the sunrise would come. Reflecting on the last five years, it hasn't been without its challenges. I faced layoffs and performance improvement plans (PIPs) for various reasons. But through it all, I refused to let those experiences define me. I never lost confidence in myself, and today, I stand here having achieved what once seemed impossible. Every sleepless night and hour spent honing my skills were not just steps towards success but also acts of defiance against doubt and adversity. I poured my heart and soul into my career, working late into the night more times than I can count, all with the dream of reaching new heights in the tech industry. Throughout college, I said no to parties, skipped fun trips with friends, and spent many evenings in coaching sessions instead of hanging out. I chose my future over fleeting moments of fun. Now, looking at these offers, I realize that every small sacrifice was a step towards this incredible success. Navigating the interview process for a Front-End Engineer isn't straightforward. That's why I’m excited to announce that I’ll soon be posting a video with an end-to-end explanation on my YouTube channel. Stay tuned and subscribe for more insights: Your YouTube channel link : https://lnkd.in/ggqKR4u8 Today, I want to tell everyone out there feeling small or unsure: you can do it too. Your hard work will pay off. Keep going, keep dreaming. Every little effort adds up, and nothing is wasted. Your dreams are within reach; just keep reaching out for them! #DreamBig #NeverGiveUp #TechJobs #Google #Microsoft #HardWorkPaysOff #FromSmallBeginnings #TechInterviews
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🎉 Excited to Share My Microsoft Interview Experience! 🎉 I recently had the incredible opportunity to interview with Microsoft for a Senior Software Engineer position, and I wanted to take a moment to share my experience. From the very beginning, the process was well-organised and insightful. Here's a brief overview of my journey: 📝 Application: I submitted my application through LinkedIn and was thrilled to receive an interview invitation shortly after. 📞 Initial Screening: The first round was a phone screen with a recruiter, where we discussed my background, skills, and why I was interested in the role at Microsoft. The recruiter was friendly and professional, making me feel at ease. 💻 First Technical Round: In this round, the question focused on Data Structures and Algorithms using the Codility platform. I was asked to design an LRU (Least Recently Used) cache. I began by thoroughly understanding the question and the functions that needed to be implemented. Due to time constraints and the fact that Rust is not supported on Codility, I implemented the solution using pseudo-code. 💻 Second Technical Round: This round was related to system design, and the interviewer was very supportive. The task was to design a calculator and implement basic operations (add, subtract, multiply, divide). I explained the logic and functions properly, but the interview then shifted back to DSA, where I was asked to implement an expression tree. Then it moved to questions on Rust, focusing on basic and deep knowledge. Since I have extensive experience with Rust, I explained the concepts very well and received positive feedback from the interviewer. 🗣️ Third Round: This round was a combination of technical and behavioural questions. We started with introductions from both sides, and then I was asked to discuss my best project. The interviewer delved deeply into my tech stack, focusing on Rust and C++. Unfortunately, my performance in this round was not up to the mark. Overall, the experience was challenging but immensely rewarding. It reaffirmed my passion for technology and my desire to work at a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. A huge thank you to Bhushan Kota and Ritika Tulseja at Microsoft who made this process smooth and engaging. Regardless of the outcome, I am grateful for the opportunity and the learning experience. Result: Rejected #Microsoft #InterviewExperience #CareerJourney #TechInterviews #Grateful
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