The NoDegree Podcast – No Degree Success Stories for Job Searching, Careers, and Entrepreneurship

You see a vacancy. You read the requirements and halfway through you decide you won't apply because you don’t meet all the requirements. But Jonaed says you should.

He isn’t just the CEO of NoDegree, he is also a resume writer and career coach. To date, he’s helped over 350 job seekers get jobs at places like Tesla, Amazon, Disney, Microsoft and Google (to name a few). Many increased their income by a $20k-$130k. Many of his clients didn’t meet all the requirements of a job they applied to.

Find out why you should apply for a job even if you’re not the perfect candidate in this week’s episode. This is Jonaed’s appearance on the Find Your Dream Job Podcast.

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Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

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Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

She loved building relationships and advocating for people. So Anneliese Vance paved the way for a career path that would make this possible: Law. Unfortunately college filled her with discontent and dropping out was a hard decision she knew she had to make. But, Anneliese discovered another path to advocacy—marketing—and hasn't turned back ever since.

Listen in as this college dropout turned successful entrepreneur, shares her journey from her first big job to starting her own consulting company. She discusses the value of on-the-job learning, her approach to sales and customer retention, and the challenges and rewards of business ownership.

Timestamps:

• (0:00) — Introduction and Guest Background: Anneliese Vance
• (00:53) — Introduction to Anneliese' career
• (02:37) — Blueprint for success
• (04:11) — Realistic salary range for a marketing manager
• (5:16) — High school experience
• (06:40) — Jobs held while in high school
• (07:02) — Post-high-school experience/plans
• (10:17) — Selling dream vacations to families
• (13:03) — First Big Job at YellowBook
• (15:21) — Relevant skills picked up at YellowBook
• (18:28) — Timeframe at YellowBook
• (20:02) — Getting better at sales: Anneliese's approach to sales and customer retention
• (22:05) — The 'Get Your Dream Career Course' ad
• (28:26) — Most memorable sales made
• (32:19) — Getting let go from YellowBook
• (34:06) — The birth and growth of Anneliese's consulting company
• (41:52) — Most difficult period as a business owner
• (45:48) — Future goals(49:45) — Advice to 16-year-old Anneliese
• (52:43) — Reach out to Anneliese
• (54:02) — Outro, sponsorship and patreon mention

Support/Contact Anneliese:

Company Website: nevermissamomentconsulting.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anneliesemvance/

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/nmamconsultingllc/?locale=ms_MY

Books and resources mentioned in this podcast:

Resume course: https://bit.ly/podcastpcav

Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedIn.

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Thank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, drop us a review on Apple Podcast and/or subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nodegree.

Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedIn.

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This episode features Dr. Andrea Isoni, an expert in AI and data sciences. The conversation focuses on the journey to becoming a machine learning engineer or data scientist without a degree. The interview covers topics such as understanding Linux and the command line, learning programming languages, using frameworks like Django, and collaborating with others using Git/GitHub.

Andrea also shares insights on finding the right internships and job opportunities, staying competitive in the field, and building a strong CV.

On the topic of boot camps, Andrea cautions against believing in boot camps that promise quick results and high-paying jobs, highlighting the competitive and saturated job market. He suggests researching boot camps and online courses thoroughly, considering reviews, and talking to others who have gone through them.

Finally, He encourages perseverance and dedication for those looking to break into the field without a college degree, acknowledging that it is a challenging but possible journey.

Key points discussed:

• Becoming a machine learning engineer or data scientist without a degree is a multi-year journey that requires dedication and continuous learning.
• Fundamental knowledge of Linux, the command line, programming languages, and frameworks like Django is essential for success in the field.
• Collaboration and self-motivation are key to overcoming challenges and staying competitive in the industry.
• Building a strong CV through internships, certifications, and personal projects is crucial for career advancement.
• Regular self-evaluation and setting realistic expectations are important for maintaining motivation and progress. Finding the right learning resources is crucial for success in AI and machine learning.
• Be cautious of boot camps that promise quick results and high-paying jobs.
• Thoroughly research boot camps and online courses, considering reviews, and talking to others who have gone through them.
• Breaking into the field without a college degree is possible but requires dedication and hard

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 02:24 Starting with Linux and Programming
• 05:20 Understanding Front-end and Back-end Development
• 07:39 Learning Object-Oriented Programming and Git
• 10:03 Getting Comfortable with Programming
• 13:24 Qualifying for Internships or Software Testing Positions
• 15:48 Maximizing the Internship Experience
• 23:20 Staying Competitive in the Field
• 29:39 Experimenting with AI Tools and Competitions
• 34:41 Judging Progress and Evaluating Skills
• 38:04 Continuing to Learn and Stay Competitive
• 46:45 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
• 47:14 Conclusion and Sponsorship

Support/Contact Andrea:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaisoni20?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app
• Website: https://www.aitechwnologies.co/

Books and resources mentioned in this podcast:

• Resume course: https://bit.ly/podcastpca

Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedIn.

LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/JonaedIqbalND

Connect with us on social media!

LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeLinkedIn

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Instagram: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeIG

Twitter: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeTW

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Thank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, drop us a review on Apple Podcast and/or subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nodegree.

Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

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Thank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, drop us a review on Apple Podcast and/or subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nodegree.

Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

No one in his family went to college. So, for Joshua Cruz, college wasn’t even something he considered when he graduated from high school. By that time, he developed a love for dancing so that’s what he pursued. He soon became disheartened as he didn’t reach his career goals.

Listen in as he tells Jonaed about:

• How he became a successful dancer and toured with a famous popstar even after he gave up dancing
• Why he gave up dancing career to go back home
• How he got into the recruiting world

Support/Contact Joshua Cruz:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuamcruz/

Books and resources mentioned in this podcast:

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Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedIn.

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Thank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, drop us a review on Apple Podcast and/or subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nodegree.

Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.

Need career or resume advice? Follow and/or connect with Jonaed Iqbal on LinkedIn.

LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/JonaedIqbalND

Connect with us on social media!

LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeLinkedIn

Facebook: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeFB

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Twitter: https://bit.ly/NoDegreeTW

TikTok: https://bit.ly/3qfUD2V

Thank you for sponsoring our show. If you'd like to support our mission to end the stigma and economic disparity that comes along with not having a college degree, please share with a friend, drop us a review on Apple Podcast and/or subscribe to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nodegree.

Remember, no degree? No problem! Whether you're contemplating college or you're a college dropout, get started with your no-degree job search at nodegree.com.