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Developer Career Masterplan

You're reading from  Developer Career Masterplan

Product type Book
Published in Sep 2023
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781801818704
Pages 310 pages
Edition 1st Edition
Languages
Authors (2):
Heather VanCura Heather VanCura
Profile icon Heather VanCura
Bruno Souza Bruno Souza
Profile icon Bruno Souza
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Table of Contents (21) Chapters

Preface Part 1 The Basics: Learn and Practice the Technical Skills
Chapter 1: The Secret to Learning about Technology Quickly and Continuously Chapter 2: Choose Your Best Path for Learning, Training, and Certifications Chapter 3: Optimize Your Support Network for Growth Chapter 4: Acquire the Right Skills Deliberately Chapter 5: Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone Part 2 Get Involved: Participate in the Community
Chapter 6: Become a Team Player by Embracing Communities Chapter 7: Focus Your Growth by Giving and Receiving Mentoring Chapter 8: Be Part of a Larger Group – Meeting People at User Groups and Meetups Chapter 9: Grow Your Network through Social Media Chapter 10: Build Lasting Relationships Part 3 Create Impact: Share and Lead
Chapter 11: Build Trust and Solve Problems with Open Source Projects Chapter 12: Scaling Trust through Public Engagement: Speaking and Blogs Chapter 13: Be a Leader: Manage Up, Down, and Across Your Organization Chapter 14: Stepping Up Your Technology Game – Defining Technology Instead of Merely Using It Chapter 15: Build Your Personal Brand and Become a Trusted Advisor Index Other Books You May Enjoy

Public speaking for introverts

When it comes to sharing, particularly for introverts, it’s understandable that there can be hurdles to overcome. For introverts and those who fear being in front of people, engaging in conversations and sharing ideas can be challenging, limiting their ability to share effectively.

While extroverted individuals often naturally feel more energized and comfortable being in front of others, it’s important to note that being an extrovert is not a prerequisite for sharing. Both introverts and extroverts can benefit from a powerful technique: listening. Listening plays a crucial role in sharing because the essence of sharing is not solely about talking; it’s about understanding and helping others take action to overcome their challenges.

Would you believe that Heather is an introvert? By employing her natural strengths of listening and her genuine desire to help others, she was able to utilize public speaking to listen and help others...

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