Po studiach, bez doświadczenia - zdobył pierwszą pracę w IT w Uber
Summary
TLDRIn this interview, Daniel shares his inspiring journey of securing his first job in the IT industry as a Data Analyst at Uber. Despite facing challenges during his extensive 11-month job search, Daniel emphasizes the importance of perseverance and adaptability. He candidly discusses his extensive application process, sending out over 350 CVs, and the value of not limiting oneself to a single programming language or technology. Daniel's story is a testament to the power of determination and continuous learning, offering hope and practical advice to those navigating the job market.
Takeaways
- 😀 The interviewee shared his journey of securing his first job in the IT industry, emphasizing the importance of persistence and adaptability.
- 🎯 He applied to a wide range of positions, not limiting himself to entry-level roles, showcasing a proactive approach to job hunting.
- 💡 The interviewee stressed the value of not specializing in just one programming language or technology, but being open to learning and applying various skills.
- 📈 He mentioned sending out a significant number of job applications, highlighting the importance of determination and volume in the job search process.
- 🚀 Despite not having SQL as a primary skill on his CV, he landed a job as a Data Analyst, illustrating the potential for quick learning and adaptability in the tech industry.
- 📊 The interviewee discussed the role of GitHub in showcasing his projects and how it contributed to his professional credibility.
- 🏆 He shared his experience of improving a machine learning model's effectiveness, demonstrating the practical application of his skills.
- 🤝 The interview touched on the transferable skills from his previous job as a football referee, such as decision-making and interpersonal relations.
- 🌟 The interviewee received advice and feedback on his CV from Daniel, which helped refine his job application strategy.
- ⏳ He reflected on the emotional impact of job hunting, suggesting a balanced approach to dealing with rejections and maintaining motivation.
Q & A
How many CVs did the interviewee send out before securing a job in IT?
-The interviewee sent out a total of 357 CVs on platforms like pracuj and LinkedIn, plus additional applications on other job portals and at job fairs.
What was the interviewee's first job in the IT industry?
-The interviewee's first job in the IT industry was as a Data Analyst at Uber.
What programming languages and tools were mentioned as being important for the Data Analyst role?
-SQL, Python, and Google Sheets were mentioned as important for the Data Analyst role.
What advice was given regarding focusing on a single programming language or technology?
-The interviewee advised not to limit oneself to a single programming language or technology, but to try various things and be open to different opportunities.
How did the interviewee's previous experience as a football referee help in the job search process?
-The interviewee felt that the experience as a football referee helped in building communication skills, decision-making, and self-confidence, which were beneficial in interviews and presenting oneself.
What was the interviewee's strategy for creating a CV that stood out?
-The interviewee created a CV template as a final project from a two-week HTML and CSS course to stand out among many job applicants.
Can you describe the interviewee's approach to learning and improving their skills during the job search?
-The interviewee took various courses, such as in Machine Learning and SQL, and continuously worked on improving their skills, even while dealing with rejections and a long job search process.
What was the interviewee's mindset during the job search process, and did they suggest any changes for future job searches?
-Initially, the interviewee was heavily impacted by rejections, but they suggested a mindset of resilience and not taking rejections too personally for future job searches, emphasizing that many factors are beyond one's control.
What was the interviewee's most memorable experience during the recruitment process?
-The interviewee had a memorable experience with a recruitment process for a Machine Learning Academy where they were initially praised for their work but were eventually rejected due to a lack of experience with certain technical tools.
How did the interviewee handle the pressure and stress of a long job search?
-The interviewee mentioned that they had to learn not to take rejections too personally and to focus on self-improvement and learning, rather than getting discouraged by the job search process.
What was the context of the interviewee's discussion about the IT job market in Poland?
-The interviewee discussed the IT job market in Poland being in a difficult period with a recession, but also expressed optimism that the worst might be over and that the market could improve in the future.
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