Breaking into Tech: Side Hustles to Full-Time Success Without a Tech Background

Thanks for watching my video! 💙 💛 In this video, we dive into how you can break into the tech industry even without a technical background or formal education. Joined by Torie Bates, a seasoned professional in the tech world and program manager at Google, we explore how side hustles can lead to full-time tech careers. Discover actionable tips on learning tech skills, building a standout portfolio, and navigating the job market to land your dream job in tech. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to pivot, this video has everything you need to kickstart your journey into tech. ✅ Connect with Torie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbates1621/ 🚨 Google Apprenticeship: No experience or degree necessary! US based Registration open 8/5/2024 - 8/16/2024 https://buildyourfuture.withgoogle.com/apprenticeships -Project manager -Software engineer -UX/UI design -Information technology -Data analytics 📚 Google Certificate Programs: https://shorturl.at/V3LPT p.s I've taken the project management one and it was very good! 👩🏾‍💻 Interview Prep: https://grow.google/certificates/interview-warmup/ A good site to find start-ups: https://wellfound.com/jobs =============================== 🔔 Subscribe find your Perfect Side Hustle: https://www.youtube.com/@sidehustleseattle?sub_confirmation=1 🛍️ Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/sidehustleseattle 🚀 - Check out my Remote Online Notary 101 Course: https://www.udemy.com/course/remote-online-notary-101/?referralCode=212A9DA5C0737E70C5EA 📸 - IG: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleseattle/ ⏰ - TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@sidehustleseattle 🙋🏾‍♀️ GENERAL INQUIRIES, BUSINESS INQUIRIES OR CONTENT COLLABORATIONS Email: SideHustleSEA@Gmail.com ⏱️⏱️VIDEO CHAPTERS⏱️⏱️ =============================== 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:05 Common Misconceptions about Getting into Tech 03:47 Non-Technical Roles 05:57 Showcasing Skills through Practical Experience and Side Hustles 09:01 Alternative Paths: Certifications, Boot Camps, and Apprenticeships 13:17 Networking in the Tech Community 18:22 Challenges in Transitioning to Tech 21:40 Success Stories of Non-Traditional Backgrounds in Tech 24:42 Advice for Getting into the Tech Industry 26:20 Outro #SideHustle #TechCareers #NoTechBackground #CareerTips #BreakingIntoTech #LearnTechSkills #NonTraditionalCareer #PortfolioTips #NetworkingInTech #SideHustleToFullTime #SuccessStories #TechIndustry #RemoteWork #FreelanceToFullTime #TechJobs #CareerChange #SideHustleSeattle