Majority of Work
Let's unravel the human side of tech jobs together. At the end of the day, the majority of work involves other people.
We answer the practical question: As a software engineer, how do I improve my people skills? And why? We have interviews with a wide range of tech professionals, host Q&As, and provide you with insights that are immediately practical, honest, and most importantly, always worth your time.
Majority of Work
10 // HOW to Do Hard Things, Build Confidence, and Work Better with Others with Eric Mariasis
Ever felt like you're hitting a wall in your career or drowning in imposter syndrome? In this episode, Eric Mariasis shares his journey from feeling overwhelmed to becoming confident in his skills. We dive into the real talk about pushing through tough moments, learning to work better with others, and turning fear into fuel for growth.
What We Cover:
- The reality of struggling through tough projects (and why it's normal)
- The power of mentorship and why you need it
- How to overcome that familiar feeling of overwhelm
- Tips for improving your teamwork without being a doormat
- Why asking questions makes you a stronger team player
- How to build trust before sharing your ideas
- The importance of listening before speaking
- Secrets to having a productive first 30 days in a new role
- The one thing you can do to build confidence fast as a SWE
These are all skills that can be learned. Tune in as we dive into how we can do just that, especially as software engineers.
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