In this episode of Brains Behind The Business, host Courtney Moody chats with Daniel Mason, a full stack software engineer, mentor, and coach who’s helping aspiring tech professionals navigate the ever-evolving tech landscape. Whether you're a new grad trying to land your first dev job, a mid-career professional making a pivot, or someone who’s simply curious about tech career paths, this episode offers practical advice, personal insights, and grounded mentorship.Daniel shares what it’s like mentoring through various platforms (including Accomplishr), why patience and persistence are key when breaking into tech, and how transferable skills can make or break a career pivot. He also discusses the difference between working in the public vs. private sectors, how certification fits into the learning process, and how mentorship helps both the mentor and mentee grow.Key Takeaways:Breaking into tech takes longer than people think—patience and persistence are essentialCertifications are helpful, but real growth comes from combining formal learning with hands-on experiencePublic vs. private sector cultures may differ, but mentorship is universally valuableTransferable skills are critical when pivoting to a new tech roleThe most effective mentorship relationships are customized and evolve with the client’s goalsWho This Episode Is For:Tech job seekers and recent graduatesProfessionals looking to pivot into tech or switch roles within techHiring managers and team leads who want to understand how to support early-career talentAnyone wondering if certifications are “enough” to land a job in techPeople looking for flexible, goal-oriented mentorship in software, QA, AI, cybersecurity, or designConnect with Daniel:Book a 1:1 session with Daniel on Accomplishr & follow him to join his Fireside Chats and access future blog posts🔗 Learn More About Accomplishr:Explore all expert sessions and Fireside Chats at Accomplishr.comFollow us on Instagram: @accomplishrmarketplace

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