Ryan Olson’s Post

Hi everyone - I'm looking for a new role in a semiconductor sales/FAE capacity. I would like to know what this looks like from the salesperson's perspective and would love to chat about what this looks like at a few companies. In previous engineering roles, my favorite thing was to walk around and see what everyone else was struggling with, and how to help. Whether this was picking parts, figuring out how to make them work, or poking compiler errors, helping people get things working was always a joy. To that end, I'm wondering what the communication side of this looks like. Phone call frequency/hours, email frequency/detail, interaction with upstream engineers, etc. I have a decent idea what this looks like, but may be missing some important details. #OpenToWork #Engineering

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📢 [Laid Off from Cisco] 📢 Hey everyone! 👋 As some of you may know, I was impacted yesterday by the workforce reduction at Cisco, resulting in the elimination of my position. It’s a bittersweet moment, but I’m choosing to embrace it as an opportunity for growth and change. 🌱 🌟 Open to Networking and New Opportunities while this transition is unexpected, I’m excited about what lies ahead. I believe in the power of connections, and I’m actively seeking new opportunities. If you know of any roles in networking, security, or related fields, please reach out! Let’s connect and explore possibilities together. 🤝 🌐 Background: I’ve been part of the tech world for years, contributing to projects in networking infrastructure, cloud solutions, and more. My passion lies in solving complex problems and collaborating with talented teams. 🚀 📧 How to Reach Me: Feel free to DM me here or drop me an email at: joe.p.oconnell@gmail.com Let’s chat about exciting ventures, share insights, or just geek out about the latest tech trends! 💌 Remember, every ending is a new beginning. 🌈 Let’s turn this chapter into an opportunity for growth and resilience. 🌟 #NewBeginnings #NetworkingOpportunities #TechCommunity

The PERFECT Senior Tech role appears on LinkedIn with 400 applications already... Let me tell you why you shouldn't be put off by this... I know you might look at the sheer volume of applications and the little voice in your head starts to tell you all the reasons you shouldn't waste your time. But what I do know from nearly 14 years of advertising hundreds of jobs and reviewing thousands of CVs... I can categorically tell you... About 10% (or less!) of those CV's will be somewhat relevant to the role. Much better odds right? And when I say somewhat... there's still more questions to be asked to find out if they are right for the role. However... If you come along with a CV that is so clear and specific about what you do and what problems you help solve... ... you might just be one of the few that secures an interview. So next time you see the advert with 400 applications and find yourself scrolling past it... 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣 ➡️ 𝗥𝗘𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗗 ➡️ 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 DM's are always open for anyone that is struggling with landing a Techie Strategy & Ops role.

Approaching the three-month mark in my search for a new opportunity that aligns with my skills and background, while allowing me to make an immediate impact, I'm reminded of the current challenges in the job market. Despite engaging in numerous promising discussions with various companies, including first and second interviews, and even advancing further in some cases, I've yet to secure a new position. If you happen to know of anyone seeking an experienced Channel Manager/Partnership Manager in the SaaS, XaaS, Hardware general technology industries, please feel free to reach out to me privately. I'd greatly appreciate the opportunity to connect with them. The underlying message here is the importance of avoiding complacency, and continuously refining both skills and job search strategies through persistent effort. I'm eager to gain insights into areas where I may be falling short during these meetings, though unfortunately, recruiters haven't been able to provide that feedback. Nevertheless, I remain committed to pressing forward, as that is the only path to success. #channel #customersuccess #opentowork #pushingforward #networking

I've know Steve for years and would definitely recommend him as a resource to help you with your GTM strategy!

Are you OPEN TO WORK?! My Inbox is open, Here to Listen, My network is your network. Some of the most incredible companies are hiring privately and use personal introductions more than you know! #opentowork #hiring #humanresourcesmanagement

It would seem that AI has the potential to widen the gap on competitive advantage when it comes to what value an organisation can offer its customers as well as increasing productivity and speed in some sectors. Roles and industries that are more “hands on” in nature, for example, hospitality and construction might not benefit as much as those at the other end of the spectrum, such as finance and telecoms where repeatable functions can be scaled. It also means that new fields create new careers and roles will be shaped as the technology evolves - its an exciting journey! Job seekers need to be aware that the majority of applications are now run through Applicant Tracking Systems and therefore they should understand how these work and how they review resumes, including the use of key words, inclusion of key skills and ideal formatting. It’s important that your LinkedIn profile tells the same story. Of course, AI hasn’t yet replaced the art of connecting with your network to seek out open roles and in my experience of coaching career transitions, networking has around an 80% success rate (no bot required!)

💡 How can I help you? 💡 As Q3 is coming to a close, I have to ask my hiring managers and candidates in my network - has 2023 gone to plan so far? Or has it been different to what you expected, so you're needing to expand your team / find a new position by the end of the year? Importantly, the final quarter is the time that can set the pace for the entirety of next year – either positively or negatively. To make sure you get Q4 and ultimately 2024 off to an even better start, then contact Amy Jenkins or myself to find out more about how we can help you with hiring, or finding a new opportunity.

Hello everyone, I've recently embarked on a job search journey after many years, diving headfirst into LinkedIn, Indeed, and Dice. My professional journey has been quite diverse—I began as an engineer at IBM, ventured into entrepreneurship for two decades, built a cloud division for a friend's company, and tackled the challenge of fixing two major applications. Now, for the first time in 24 years, I'm actively seeking a new job opportunity, and it's been quite an eye-opening experience. Throughout my career, I've been the go-to person for application upgrades, system migrations, and solving complex problems. For over two decades, I've been a staunch advocate for security and disaster prevention, always pushing the boundaries of technology. I've successfully upgraded and sold hundreds of applications and resolved critical issues in global applications, making them incredibly secure and reliable at 99.9999%. In response to these experiences, I've decided to start a weekly LinkedIn post series, drawing from my teaching background where I once instructed MCSE and CCIE classes for years. My aim is to coach and educate professionals on how to transition from being engineers to becoming Solution Architects, a role that is sorely needed in our industry. Solution Architects take a holistic view of systems, from start to finish, ensuring robust and secure solutions. I'd love to hear your thoughts. Is this something you'd be interested in learning more about? Do you think should do this ? What is better Video or text