IT Leadership Growth Series

About IT Leadership Growth Series

The IT Management and Leadership Institute is the governing body for the ITMLP and ITMLE certifications and a leader in IT Management training. Our goal is to enhance the leadership and management capabilities of those working within IT and of the IT function itself, though an understanding of the business of IT and interpersonal communication best practices.

Publisher

IT Management and Leadership Institute

Category

business · education · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Dec 2024

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

50 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   Beyond the Job Boards: 10 Creative Ways to Find Your Next IT Job

   Tired of competing with hundreds, or even thousands, of applicants on the same job boards? This episode reveals 10 innovative places to uncover your next IT opportunity, from fast-growing companies and venture-backed firms to software vendors, cloud providers, consulting companies, trusted recruiters, and even former employers. You’ll learn how to spot hiring signals others overlook, use your existing industry knowledge to open doors, and build a smarter job-search strategy that goes far beyond online applications. If you’re ready to reduce the competition and discover opportunities before they reach the major job sites, press play and start looking where other IT professionals aren’t.

2. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Contractor to Employee: Should You Make the Career Move?

   Are you a contract programmer considering a move to permanent employment, but unsure whether the stability, benefits, and career opportunities are worth the trade-offs? In this episode, we break down the real differences between contracting and full-time employment, from compensation and benefits to flexibility, professional growth, and long-term career potential. Listen now to gain the practical insights you need to make a confident, informed career decision and follow the ITML Institute for more actionable advice designed to help technology professionals lead, grow, and thrive.

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   From Help Desk Technician to What’s Next?

   After two years as a successful help desk support technician, you’re ready for more, but is a second-shift data center role the right next move? In this episode, Eric Bloom, Executive Director of the ITML Institute, shares a practical framework for evaluating career opportunities through two essential questions: Where do you want to be in five years, and how will the job affect your family and work-life balance? Discover why a promotion or career change should never be considered in isolation and how to choose a path that supports both your long-term goals and your day-to-day life.

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

634

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 52 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

77

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

0

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