Tales From The Database
Starting out in an industry can be fraught with pitfalls. Advice can be a boon. But sometimes it can be ignored…right? In an industry where things change at a breakneck pace, how does one know when to heed warnings, and when to just smile and nod? Learning how to work in an industry doesn’t stop at the classroom. Stories from industry veterans can help paint a picture of the realities of the job, the benefits of persistence—and the consequences of bravado.
Episodes in this series
26:26 Mins | Career, development
Warning Signs
They say wisdom comes from experience. Starting out in the tech industry likely means you’re short on experience and looking for advice. One area where people could use a leg up? Learning the warning signs of a problematic project.
We hear stories from people who’ve figured out the hard way how to spot potential red flags, and what can happen when they’re missed.
33:23 Mins | Career
Big Bets
People react differently when they hear the word “risk”. Is a big bet ever safe to take? When does the situation call for a leap of faith?
32:52 Mins | Career
All's Well That Ends Well
Big mistakes. Colossal setbacks. Bad days. We’ve all been there. But how do we find a way forward?
24:19 Mins | Career
Grains of Salt
The advice we get isn’t always the most helpful. What do you do when you can’t tell the good from the bad?
28:17 Mins | Career
The Ground Floor
We all start somewhere. For these two IT professionals, the ground floor is where they found their way into the industry.
23:39 Mins | Career
Bad Bosses
Bad bosses can stall your career. We hear stories about managers who stood in the way—and how those workers found a way to thrive in spite of those bad bosses.
24:22 Mins | Career
Rolling With The Punches
Finding one’s way in the tech industry can leave a person with more than a few bumps and bruises. How easy is it to adapt and overcome?
About the show
Compiler
Do you want to stay on top of tech, but find you’re short on time? Compiler presents perspectives, topics, and insights from the industry—free from jargon and judgment. We want to discover where technology is headed beyond the headlines, and create a place for new IT professionals to learn, grow, and thrive. If you are enjoying the show, let us know, and use #CompilerPodcast to share our episodes.
