A collection of essential advice that offers a counter-narrative to traditional career advice, focusing on:
- Intrinsic motivation over external validation
- Hands-on experience over theoretical planning
- Authentic journey over prescribed career paths
- Ownership mindset in an uncertain industry
This is also a summary of the common feedback I consistently give to fellow developers and my mentees on
ADPList and
MentorCruise.
Target:
- Software engineers and product developers at any career stage
- Tech professionals feeling overwhelmed by industry changes
- Anyone wanting to build a career aligned with their values
Format: PDF (~10 pages), a short book-like document containing 7 chapters (i.e., lessons), approx. 1 page per lesson