This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Treehouse
Let's get real – the job hunt is not easy.
Pursuing your dream job can be especially difficult if you don't have a college degree, no real-world experience, and you're trying to make a career switch while juggling learning and other daily life commitments.
The truth is... breaking into tech takes fierce determination and hard work. You likely won't get a job offer on the first, second... or even the third try... but does this mean you shouldn't pursue your dream job? Absolutely not!
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take."
– Wayne Gretzky
Set yourself up for the long game with all the tools, resources, and support you need. While there's no one-size-fits-all formula for success – there are some recommended practices to help you stand out in the hiring process.
? Keep a spreadsheet or project file of all the companies and roles currently hiring that you want to pursue
? Build an up-to-date LinkedIn profile + resume
✨ Display a portfolio of your projects online
? Network with folx in tech on social
? Contribute to open-source projects on GitHub
? Practice for the Technical Interview
? Keep learning and getting better
Wherever you are in the process - know that if you keep pursuing your dream job, you will eventually land it. Don't give up. ?
⬇️ Check out these resources
Start building your roadmap to success – here are some resources to help you along the way.
- How to get your first job, without a college degree (Part 1) by Ryan Carson
- How to get your first job, without a college degree (Part 2) by Ryan Carson
- How to Land Your Dream Job – Interview Series
- Hour with a Tech Recruiter – Interview Series
- Technical Interviewing – 21st Century Skills Course
This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by Treehouse
Treehouse | Sciencx (2021-05-10T20:51:17+00:00) Don’t give up on your dream job. Retrieved from https://www.scien.cx/2021/05/10/dont-give-up-on-your-dream-job/
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