How do you create value for a business?
That’s why people get hired.
As roles become more senior, candidates need to answer value questions more clearly.
The best way to answer these questions is people wanting to work with you again because you create value. People skills are more important as roles become more senior.
My standard advice: if you are looking for a job, looking for a job is the place to start. Talk to everyone you have ever looked over, under, or alongside. Network. Network. Network. Good luck.
I will have to put myself more out there in tech events to meet people and network. I am definitely bad at this. Thanks for reminding.
I see people suggest linkedin to network. Not sure on how to get started here.
People you know is where to start because it is not in a vague future that is not a logical extension of present behaviors.
People you know might also benefit from your help.
And because you know them, it can be easier to start a conversation.
Your dream job is probably many ordinary size steps away, not one giant leap.
Habits can only form if they are given enough time to form habits.