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Techtonic
by Jared
Techtonic is the podcast that's all about groundbreaking progress in your tech job search. Whether you're a tech professional on the hunt for your next big opportunity or a team leader looking for expert insights on navigating the tech hiring market, this is the place for you. Every episode, we bring you real stories, struggles, resume hacks, professional branding, and success tips directly from those in the trenches and top hiring managers.
Episodes
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Ep. 28 Muhammad Atif - AI Readiness, Healthcare Tech, and Building Elite Engineering Teams
We sat down with Muhammad Atif, CTO and President of PureLogics, a global software engineering firm he co-founded in 2006 that has grown to 400+ engineers and 1,300+ applications delivered worldwide. Muhammad brings nearly two decades of experience building engineering teams and helping companies...
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Ep. 27 D.J. Burel - Tech, Government Clearance, and Career Strategy
In this episode of Tectonic, host Jared Tang, CEO & Co-Founder of Gaggle Social, sits down with D.J. Burel, a veteran talent acquisition leader specializing in defense, government, and cleared technical recruitment. With more than 30 years of recruiting experience, DJ has worked at the…
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Ep. 26 Rochelle Rawls — Equitable Hiring in Practice: Rochelle Rawls on Bias, Storytelling & Building Fair Talent Pipelines
Most companies say they care about equitable hiring. Very few are willing to admit what’s actually broken. In this episode of Techtonic, we’re joined by Rochelle Rawls, a leader in equitable hiring and DEIB-driven talent strategy, to unpack the uncomfortable truths behind modern recruitment, from...
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Ep. 25 Chris Mielczarski — Networking for Introverts: Chris Mielczarski on Bravery, Vulnerability & Career Connections
In this episode of Techtonic, we explore one of the biggest challenges tech professionals face today: networking when you're an introvert. I'm joined by Senior Salesforce Developer and community builder, Chris Mielczarski. Chris brings a refreshingly human perspective to the art of connecting…
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Ep. 24 Nia Luckey- The Trust Protocol: Nia Luckey on Leadership, Resilience & Cybersecurity
In this episode of Techtonic, host Jared Tang sits down with Army veteran, trusted advisor to CIOs and CSOs, co-author of The CISO Playbook, and champion for women in cybersecurity through the Women’s Society of Cyber Jutsu, Nia Luckey. Nia shares her remarkable journey from military service to…
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Ep. 23 Hon. Leela Aheer - Built to Thrive: Women's Empowerment and Reimagining Women's Healthy Through Tech
On this transformative episode of TechTonic, we welcome the Honorable Leela Aheer, former Minister for the Status of Women and now Chief Growth Officer at The BioSport, for a raw, insightful conversation on women’s health, empowerment, and the systems that must evolve. Alongside guest co-host…
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Ep. 22 Dean Clark - 22-year Deloitte Veteran On leading Tech Teams
In this episode of Techtonic, we sit down with Dean Clark, a 22-year veteran of Deloitte and now a leader at Kanini and founder of Tech2Exec, to explore what it really takes to move from hands-on technical roles to executive leadership. Dean shares his journey from coding COBOL in high school to...
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Ep. 21 Anna Shaffer - Building Community in Tech: Inside Akron Women in Tech
In this episode of Tectonic, Jared Tang sits down with Anna Schafer—Chief Product Officer at b Atomic!, 10x Salesforce-certified leader, and co-leader of the Salesforce Akron Women in Tech group—to explore how her community is empowering Salesforce professionals through connection, hands-on...
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Ep. 20 Mike Martin - The Human Side of Tech Leadership — Mentorship, Hiring, Teams, & Talent
In this episode of Tectonic Podcast, we talk with Mike Martin — former admin turned Chief Customer Officer at 10K — about the evolution from doing the work to leading the work. With 17+ years of experience, Mike breaks down what separates good consultants from great ones, how to grow teams from...
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Ep.19 Margaret Atkins – 5x Salesforce Certified Expert on Breaking Into the Ecosystem & the Power of Community
In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we chat with Margaret Atkins, a 5x Salesforce-certified expert who turned failures into career breakthroughs. From failing her Admin cert eight times to landing roles through networking and soft skills, Margaret shares how resilience, community, and…
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Ep. 18 Henrietta Kolb – From Music Teacher to Salesforce: A Journey of Reinvention
In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we sit down with Henrietta Kolb, a former music educator turned Salesforce professional, who is navigating an inspiring career transition. From not knowing what a terminal was to building her own Salesforce app from scratch, Henrietta shares her journey of...
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Ep.17 Sharif Shaalan - Salesforce MVP & Entrepreneur Shares Hiring & Consulting Insights
In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we dive deep with Sharif Shaalan, Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer, author of Salesforce For Beginners, and CEO of Agile Cloud Consulting. With over 14 years in the Salesforce ecosystem, Sharif shares his journey from freelancing to leading a thriving consultancy...
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Ep. 16 John Gates - Salary Negotiation Strategies and Combating Ageism
In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we’re joined by John Gates, a corporate recruiting expert, salary negotiation coach, and best-selling author of Act Your Wage. With over 30 years of experience in recruiting and negotiation, John has helped hundreds of professionals secure fair pay and…
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Ep. 15 Devin Miller – Protecting Technical Innovation with Smart IP Strategies
In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we sit down with Devin Miller, a seasoned patent and trademark attorney who specializes in helping startups and small businesses protect their ideas and and intellectual property. With a wealth of experience, including founding an eight-figure business and...
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Ep. 14 Christina McLoughlin - Thriving in Tech: Building a Career Without Burnout or Sacrificing Well-Being
In this episode of Techtonic Podcast, we’re excited to welcome Christina McLoughlin, a transformative career coach and strategist, who’s spent years in the Salesforce ecosystem and is now helping tech professionals navigate their career journeys with confidence. Christina brings a wealth of...
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Ep. 13 Emma Watts - Cultivating Human-Centered Leadership for Healthier Tech Workplaces
In the latest episode of the Techtonic Podcast, we have the privilege of chatting with Emma Watts, a leader in strategy and operations renowned for her human-centered approach to leadership. With a rich background in tech consulting and mental health coaching, Emma shares her insights on…
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Ep. 12 Allie Lawler - Fostering Inclusion & Navigating Neurodivergence In The Workplace
In this insightful episode of Techtonic, we delve into the challenges and opportunities for neurodivergent professionals in today’s workplace with Allie Lawler, a dedicated advocate and leader of the Neurodivergent Trailblazers community group. Allie shares her personal journey and practical…
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Ep.11 Rob OBrien - Expert Insights From A Former HR Entrepreneur Turned Salesforce Pro
In this engaging episode of Techtonic, we dive deep into the Salesforce ecosystem with a seasoned professional who has spent over seven years honing her skills. From solo admin roles to leading Salesforce adjacent product sales, she shares her journey of transitioning from HR into the tech space,...
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Ep.10 Marisa Hambleton - Leveraging Diverse Skills & Community for Career Success in Salesforce
In this insightful episode of Techtonic, we welcome Marisa Hambleton, a Salesforce Hall Of Famer, consultancy owner, community group leader, and community conference organizer. With over a decade of experience, Marisa offers invaluable advice on transitioning careers, the importance of continuous...
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Ep.9 Janeen Marquardt - The Importance Of Domain Knowledge In Salesforce
In this engaging interview, Janeen Marquardt shares her journey from a traditional tech background to becoming a seasoned Salesforce leader. She emphasizes the significance of community involvement and continuous learning in the Salesforce ecosystem. Janeen offers valuable insights on career...
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Ep.8 Shannon Gregg - The Importance Of Soft Skills In Salesforce
In this engaging interview, Shannon Gregg shares her journey from traditional CRM systems to becoming a prominent Salesforce expert. She emphasizes the importance of blending people, processes, and technology to enhance customer satisfaction. Shannon offers valuable advice on career pivots,...
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Ep.7 Stacey Whitaker - The Journey from Accidental Admin to Industry Leader
In this enlightening episode of Techtonic, Community Leader, former recruiter, Department Leader, diversity & inclusion activist, and Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer Stacey Whitaker joins hosts Jared Tang and Bob Gerst to delve into her transformative journey within the Salesforce ecosystem....
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Ep.6 Eric Dreshfield - Career Advice From 15 Year Salesforce Veteran & Hall of Famer
In this awesome and installment of Techtonic, Founder of Midwest Dreamin' Eric Dreshfield joins Jared Tang & Bob Gerst to share his wisdom compiled over the past 15 years in the ecosystem. In this episode, Eric shared his wisdom to explore: Navigating the Salesforce job market The importance of...
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Ep.5 Brad Mislow - From Laid Off On His Birthday, To Working For Okta
In this exciting and insightful episode, Brad Mislow joins Jared Tang & Bob Gerst to explore how he overcame being laid off on his birthday from a company he had a long history with. In this installment he shares his playbook that got him hired at leading enterprise software Okta. He speaks to:...
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Ep.4 Michael Berris - 60 Salesforce Hires Later: What Stands Out to Hiring Managers?
In this episode Jared & Bob are joined by the VP, Engineering at National Debt Relief, Michael Berris. Michael has hired over 60 Salesforce professionals throughout his career and also has battled being laid off from a company he spent 18 years at. Michael honors us with his 20+ years of wisdom...
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Ep.3 Jeff Dwoskin - From Laid Off To Tech CEO
In this episode Jared & Bob connect with Tech Entrepreneur Jeff Dwoskin who ceased the opportunity to build his business after being suddenly laid off from his Director level role at Little Caesar's. In this discussion Jeff speaks to: What he was feeling when he received this unfortunate news How...
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Ep. 2 Michael Martin - What to Consider When Starting A Tech Consultancy
In this episode Jared & Bob connect with Consulting Coach Michael Martin who specializes in helping tech consultancies and firms get started or improve business processes. In this discussion Mike speaks to: His background Tips & tricks for early stage consultancies The importance of sales &...
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Ep.1 Ryan Thomason - Working Around Gaps In Your Resume
In the very first installation of Techtonic Jared & Bob are joined by 20 year Solutions Architect Ryan Thomason. Ryan has led a very accomplished technical career in solutions architecture working for and consulting with large scale corporations. While this highly accomplished professional has...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Techtonic is the podcast that's all about groundbreaking progress in your tech job search. Whether you're a tech professional on the hunt for your next big opportunity or a team leader looking for expert insights on navigating the tech hiring market, this is the place for you.
Every episode, we bring you real stories, struggles, resume hacks, professional branding, and success tips directly from those in the trenches and top hiring managers.
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