Career Strategy with

Sometimes, a strategy is needed to accomplish a future career change, or simply to get further in your current position. Should you go back to school? Look for a new job? Learn a new set of skills by yourself? Become a freelancer?

One of our mentors could be the outside view you need. They understand the challenges that come with a career change, and are happy to help you come up with a solid strategy on how to reach your goals.

What’s my experience with this?
I’ve spent 13 years in tech—10 of those at GitHub—and I’ve seen the industry shift through multiple eras, including the current AI wave. My own path was anything but a straight line. I started in Support, moved into Sales Engineering leadership, and eventually transitioned into Software Engineering. I’ve lived the "non-traditional path" and know exactly how to make it a competitive advantage.

Why am I qualified to lead this?
Because I understand the "hidden" side of tech companies. My time in Sales taught me company politics and how to "sell" yourself for a promotion. My time in Support taught me deep user empathy.

On top of that, I was a teacher for 7 years before tech. I’m not just someone who did the work; I’m someone who knows how to teach you to do it. I also finished a CS Master’s and a bootcamp while working full-time, so I understand the grind of leveling up while balancing a career.