#141 - Navigating the Junior Developer Job Market with Software Developer Turned Recruiter David Roberts

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Learning to code is hard.
Getting a job as a developer requires an entirely different approach.
David Roberts is a software developer and recruiter with decades of experience. He explains the game of getting hired from a recruiters perspective, how you can make it easier to be "discovered" on LinkedIn and thoughts on job guarantees.
You can connect with David at Crushing Digital to check out his social media, courses and free trainings.
Chapters:
13:16 Developers' Approach to Job Applications

15:16 Discussion on Internships and Free Work

19:01 Strategy for Building a Strong LinkedIn Profile

23:46 The Importance of Standing Out and Showing Evidence of Skills

26:31 Recruitment Process and Selling Yourself

29:46 Technology Trends and Learning Recommendations

35:01 Parsity's Ethical Job Guarantee

41:46 Interview Preparation and Practice

49:46 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

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