The gap between technology and the people who use it is growing. Consequently, so is the gap between the people who make technology and everyone else. To close the gap, we created Effectively Human. Here we break down communication between tech and non-tech team members, explore the trials and tribulations of code school, look into the underbelly of the software world, and more.
Hosted by Morgan Lopes.
Produced by Emily Buchanan.
Mixed by Matt Owen.
WOW this season has been incredible. We were able to get so much into a season of punchy short epis that we hope can continue to serve Code School students wherever you are.
What's next?
Morgan is welcoming a new voice and this is going from a few tips to a full blown discussion about accelerating your tech career.
This is on the only beginning! Stay tuned for season 2. And thank you for listening!
11 Nov 2020
10 Tips for Hacking the Interview Process
In Episode 3 we break down the 3 c's of interviewing, but today we are diving deep into Morgan's top 10 interview hacks to get you noticed, keep you in the game, and take your farther than your competitors.
3 Nov 2020
Why Code School?
Debating committing to a bootcamp or Code School? Is it worth it? Does it work? Morgan jumps into the benefits of Code School in this episode.
27 Oct 2020
How to Learn (code) Faster
Self-taught programmers and code school students have one goal-LEARN code! In this podcast we break down figuring out how you learn best and pose the question, what are you willing to invest in your own learnings?
20 Oct 2020
How to Beef Up Your LinkedIn Profile
LinkedIn is the name of the game when it comes to getting noticed and getting hired. If you're looking for your first job in tech, your profile and LinkedIn interactions are an effective tool at taking the steps into your next opportunity!
14 Oct 2020
Getting Started in Freelancing as a Developer
In Episode 7 we talked about different ways to make money as a Software Developer. In Episode 12 we are digging deeper into things to consider when taking on the path of a freelancer.
7 Oct 2020
Switching to Tech Career: How to make the jump
You shouldn't be surprised to know that many people in tech didn't start there. So many of the tech students we've met were teachers, marketers, or stay-at-home parents. In this episode we talk about how to identify transferable skills and how to leverage your network.
30 Sept 2020
4 Book Recs to Challenge How You Think about Work
At Effectively Human, we believe there's more than just learning to write code as a Software Engineer. Morgan shares his Top Four books for expanding the way you think, problem solve, and work.
24 Sept 2020
How to Effectively Apply for Jobs
You spend a lot of time prepping for the job-but how do you get it? What we don't learn is the how behind getting a job, and in this episode Morgan takes you through some key steps to getting to where you want to be.
15 Sept 2020
Three Paths: Individual Contributor, People Manager, and Principal Compared
We dive into three very different Software development roles and discuss the differences between Individual Contributors, People Managers, and Principals. This is a great episode for anyone looking to enter the tech field or transition within it!
9 Sept 2020
Making Money as a Software Engineer
There's more than one way to make money as a software engineer-and in the age of COVID it's best to be on know with all of your options and the pros and cons of each!
1 Sept 2020
Essential Behaviors for Every Developer-no matter your experience
Not every new developer has extensive experience or a huge portfolio to bring to the table. But there are things you can have that don't require either of those. In this Episode Morgan explains the most valuable not tech behaviors a Jr. Dev can exhibit to show how valuable they really are.
25 Aug 2020
How to Take Ownership as a Jr. Developer
No matter where you are in your journey, you can take ownership over it and portray yourself as someone hirable, someone valuable to a team, and someone who just gets it.
19 Aug 2020
The Curse of Knowledge and Importance of Definitions
Software Project Manger, Alie Heenan talks to us about how easy it is for the more we know to impact how we communicate to non-tech team members. Part of being Effectively Human is about knowing where we stand in the knowledge gap, and knowing how to communicate to others within it.
11 Aug 2020
Interviewing + What Employers are Looking For
Morgan covers what he calls the "Three C's" of what employers are looking for in a solid candidate and give specifics on asking the right questions in an interview.
31 Jul 2020
5 Code School Myths
We at Effectively Human absolutely love Code Schools and believe Code School students are in many ways-the future! And that's why these first episodes are specifically to help set realistic expectations and guardrails for Code School students looking to transition into tech. These myths might surprise you, but they will definitely help point you towards effectively marking your future path.
27 Jul 2020
Tackling Imposter Syndrome
Morgan talks about how to keep imposter syndrome at bay while seeking a job and working in tech.
27 Jul 2020
Introducing Effectively Human
New podcast Effectively Human is built for software developers and teams with devs looking to effectively enter, survive, and thrive in the tech world. We are kicking off Season 1 by tackling: After Code School.
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