Career in the Digital Industry

A talk about one path of career in the digital industry, and how to climb up the path.

Transcript

1. Careers in the Digital Industry
2. Disclaimer Presentations are intended for educational purposes only and not to replace independent professional judgment. The views and opinions expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of blibli.com. Audience discretion is advised.
3. Who am I? • Alex Xandra Albert Sim • Principal Research and Development Engineer at blibli.com • alex.sim@gdn-commerce.com • bertzzie(.sim)
4. Branches of IT Career
5. Typical Career Path
6. The Management Path
7. The Management Path • Leaning towards People Skill • From overseer to strategic planner • Administrative / Bureaucratic roles • Leadership and wide knowledge required
8. The Expertise Path
9. The Expertise Path • Leaning towards Technical Skill • Distinguished technical insight and ability • Deep down to the bytes • Leadership and wide knowledge required
10. Leadership and Wide Knowledge
11. Andrew Ng Ken Thompson Anders Hejlsberg
12. Vision and Values Alignment
13. Energy. Time. Priority. Culture.
14. Seeking Value • What they measure • Understand their business case • Pay attention to the culture and structure
15. Aligning Goals • Know your role and impact • Collaborate, not compete • Compromise, not dominate • Communicate, not politics
16. Balance.
17. Career Alternatives
21. A Gentle Reminder on the “Unicorn” Dream
24. Question and Answer