1013: How to Break Into Talent Management With Michael Solomon, 10x Management [Espresso Shots]

Michael Solomon is the Managing Partner of 10x Management which he co-founded in 2012 as the first talent agency for tech professionals. To date, he and his team have represented heads of cybersecurity, VPs of engineering, CTOs, UX designers and heads of DevOps in their negotiations with companies ranging from Google, Salesforce and Facebook to HSBC to AmEx to MetLife. 10x Management has carved out its place as a trusted and exclusive resource for companies seeking the best and most coveted, high-level freelance tech talent.  Prior to co-founding 10x Management, Michael and his partner brought decades of experience managing musicians, directors, and other creative entities to the technology sector.  He began his career working with Jon Landau Management on several Bruce Springsteen tours, followed by a three year stint at Epic Records and Sony Music. At age 25, his entrepreneurial spirit took over. He has co-founded five companies, three by the time he was 30. Most recently, Michael co-authored the book Game Changer: How to be 10x in the Talent Economy. He earned his BBA in Marketing from Baruch College.  WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Why working in the mailroom can help you launch a career in talent management (4:10) Why it’s so important to have grit (6:30) Whether your major matters to break into talent management (11:20) Why you should start building your managing experience now (14:00) Why your biggest investment should be in yourself (19:40) If you want to learn more about what Michael does as the managing partner of 10x Management and how he built his career check out T4C episode #647