Helping others Grow their Careers in (Big) Tech
In September 2020 I relocated from Warsaw, Poland to Prague, Czechia together with my family to pursue my first role as a Software Engineer at Microsoft. I was right after the career change (you can read all about my journey in this article: "My journey into Software Engineering role at Microsoft - No CS degree") [...]
It was a long time since I last shared updates with you but I've been going through a long sickness (almost 2 months). I also decided to pay more attention to my mental health and well-being by continuing therapy sessions with a Psychologist. It's been 1 year already, I've made huge progress and finally feel [...]
"Ela, how to get a job at Microsoft?" is one of those questions I'm getting quite often. In this article, I'm gonna share with you a step-by-step guide that will help you get a better understanding of various strategies you can apply in your job search to land your dream role at Microsoft. P.S. Those [...]
Let's talk about some of the most common job seekers mistakes. Plus, learn the tips on how to avoid them and land your dream job in tech! 1. Job search without a plan This is definitely the "number 1" mistake that I've seen throughout my recruitment career, or even now while mentoring others or providing [...]
Whether you're a Code Newbie who is just beginning your career in tech or experienced professional, you might have heard various myths about contributing to open source. In this article, I'm gonna demystify some of them for you. I hope that after reading it you'll give it a try and deep dive into an amazing [...]
Have you ever left the job interview feeling that something is just not right? Have doubts about joining that company? High chances are you've spotted some red flags. Keep in mind that the recruitment process is a two-way street. It's not only about the company hiring the right person, but also a great opportunity for [...]