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EPISODE · May 22, 2025 · 56 MIN

No Tech Background? Here's How to Break Into Tech Sales.

from The Thriving Immigrant · host Paul Adeyeye

When Dolapo moved to Canada at the age of 9, she had no idea what the future held. Today, she is the founder of StriveOpp; an organization helping immigrants land rewarding roles in tech sales.So far, Dolapo has supported students and professionals in securing admissions, scholarships, and tech sales roles worth over $1.3 million combined. Her story is nothing short of inspiring.In this episode, we talk about:​Her career and entrepreneurial journey​How newcomers can transition from survival jobs to thriving careers​What tech sales involves​Why you don't need to stack certifications to thrive in your career. ​The role of confidence in your career success.​How to spot the ideal mentors.​Why you don’t need a tech background to succeed in the field.​The importance of negotiating your salary before accepting that offer. ​The future of tech sales in the age of AIThis is an insightful and empowering conversation. Listen in and get inspired.Follow Dolpao on Instagram, and Linkedin.#techsales #artificialintelligence #thethrivingimmigrant

When Dolapo moved to Canada at the age of 9, she had no idea what the future held. Today, she is the founder of StriveOpp; an organization helping immigrants land rewarding roles in tech sales.So far, Dolapo has supported students and professionals in securing admissions, scholarships, and tech sales roles worth over $1.3 million combined. Her story is nothing short of inspiring.In this episode, we talk about:​Her career and entrepreneurial journey​How newcomers can transition from survival jobs to thriving careers​What tech sales involves​Why you don't need to stack certifications to thrive in your career. ​The role of confidence in your career success.​How to spot the ideal mentors.​Why you don’t need a tech background to succeed in the field.​The importance of negotiating your salary before accepting that offer. ​The future of tech sales in the age of AIThis is an insightful and empowering conversation. Listen in and get inspired.Follow Dolpao on Instagram, and Linkedin.#techsales #artificialintelligence #thethrivingimmigrant

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