Looking for a new Cloud job

This time of year, many people in the tech industry look to change jobs. What are some tips and tricks if you’re looking for roles in Cloud Computing?

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WHY DO PEOPLE CHANGE JOBS THIS TIME OF YEAR?

Many companies are in Q3/Q4. Oftentimes they are re-adjusting for the year, or planning for the next year. The fall trade shows (VMworld, re:Invent, etc.) are happening.  

TECHNICAL SKILLS, PEOPLE SKILLS, and PICKING PRIORITIES

• People are staying in their jobs shorter
• More companies are being flexible about where you work - but stay tuned! 
• Certifications are always valuable, and easier to get than ever
• Explore different roles, based on the skills you have and the skills you’d like to evolve
• Understand the tradeoffs between Salary, Location, Travel, Hours, Flexibility, etc.
• It’s useful to have a broad set of skills, but eventually it’s useful to narrow the list of expertises.
• Evaluate the individual team as much as the company. 

 
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