Ep 190 Why getting a job feels impossible right now

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD discusses the challenges and realities of job searching and hiring in tech, the impact of AI on cybersecurity and workplace productivity, the importance of soft skills for SOC analysts, and explores personal experiences and industry news related to career transitions, salary transparency, and the changing landscape of remote work.
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00:00 Intro
06:32 The Hiring Process: A Rigged Game?
11:32 The Truth About Phantom Job Postings
14:00 Remote Work: Expectations vs. Reality
15:28 Reacting to a TikTok Resignation
19:08 Should You Give Two Weeks' Notice?
20:33 Electronic Arts' $50 Billion Acquisition
22:05 The Realities of Being a SOC Analyst
26:37 AI and Workplace Efficiency
29:17 AI in Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Threats
34:52 The Impact of Offshoring on Jobs
38:02 The Rising Cost of the American Dream
42:05 The Consequences of Weak Passwords
49:27 Moral Dilemmas in AI Development
51:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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