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Published Mar 4, 2019

What Should You Learn Next?

Explore key future skills with hosts Michael and Joe, as they dive into surprising social media trends, essential programming capabilities, VR's transformative potential, and expert economic strategies with guest John Stone to navigate a dynamic tech landscape.
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  • Preparedness

    Michael Outlaw shares his concerns about an impending recession, influenced by economic podcasts predicting a downturn. He advises developers to make their names known through blogs, videos, and forums to increase visibility and job security 1. agrees, emphasizing the importance of proactive efforts in building a personal brand.

    Make your name bigger than just a signature on a sheet of paper that you're handing to companies.

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    Joe Zack adds that accepting the reality of economic contractions and working diligently towards specific goals can also help developers navigate tough times 2.

       

    Diversification

    Michael Outlaw compares skill diversification to a financial portfolio, suggesting developers expand their expertise to weather economic downturns. He recommends exploring new domains and technologies to stay relevant 3. and Joe Zack highlight the importance of being adaptable and maintaining a good reputation in the job market.

    If you are somebody that is dependable and people genuinely like to work with you because you provide high-quality work, chances are you'll be okay.

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    They also discuss the benefits of living in tech hubs and continuously updating skills based on job market demands 4.

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