Tech Missfits
By Forever GeNella
Raw and relatable convos for the unapologetic techie and tech newbie. Tech Coach, Scrum Master and Host Forever GeNella delivers advice and stories for the everyday folk looking to invest and make the jump into tech.
Tech MissfitsJan 19, 2023
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S1 EP9: How To Get A Tech Job In 2022
Ok Missfits, these gems are the ones I have a fee for but I know a lot of your are here because your looking for that tech job guidance. So in this episode I break down step by step the things you need to do to bag that tech career this year. STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Jan 19, 202326:04
S2 EP6: 6-Figure Salaries
Everybody wants the bag but will fumble because they don’t know capitalism. I’m this episode I break down what 6-figure salaries really get you in the world of tech. Learn more at TechMissfits.com ⭐️
Jan 19, 202320:07
S2 EP4: The World Of Non Technical Roles with Jeneba Wint
Are you #TeamNoCode like us? You don’t have to code to work in tech. In fact I’m the episode we discuss a vast amount of roles out there, what skill sets they ask for and how there are more non technical roles than hard tech roles out there! My guest Jeneba (@jentalkstech) a product context strategist, operations guru and Afro technologist helped break down the non technical roles possibilities. Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jan 19, 202301:11:59
S2 EP7: Becoming A Scrum Master With No Experience with Rocki H.
Here’s the episode all of you have been waiting on! Scrum Masters, Agile Coach and Project/Product Managers are hot jobs right now. They all ask for little to no technical background and most of you feel like it’s a fantasy to obtain these job without experience and so promise it’s not. My friend and mentor Rocki H. joins me in this episode to talk about how she went from social work to agile coach into the matter of three years. 💪🏽 Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jan 19, 202354:48
S3 EP8: Certifications & Upskilling
The grind don’t stop! In the episode I talk about the importance of upskilling and a special formula to finding your niche. Learn more at www.TechMissfits.com
Jan 19, 202320:37
S2 EP10: The Scrum Guide
In this episode I touch on how you can apply scrum to your job hunting process, as well as the sum up of season 2 and what’s to come for season 3. :) If you listen til the end you’ll get the instructions to a secret giveaway. 🥰 Winner will be announced on social media April 27th, 2022. Learn more at www.TechMissfits.com
Jan 19, 202324:39
S4 EP10: Retro Explained / Bye Tech Missfits
Awwww, it’s bittersweet to close out this season with a “goodbye” but things are moving fast in my content creating world and YouTube is the place for me. This year has been so fulfilling giving you so much value through this podcast but ya girl is on YouTube breaking the standard. Same content, better quality and more interaction so meet me there and let’s keep this relationship going! Xoxoxo
Jan 19, 202324:12
S4 EP9: Sprint Review Explained
Another ceremony that’s important to show off your teams hard work! Don’t forget to do it like me! #oops Learn More: www.TechMissfits.com
Jan 19, 202317:40
S4 EP8: Sprint Planning Explained
Bloop! More tea on how it works in my world of being a Scrum Master! Learn More at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jan 19, 202315:23
S4 EP7: Refinement Explained
Scrum Ceremonies! The best part about being a scrum master! :) Enjoy my real and raw break down of a ceremony some may over look. Learn More at: www.techmissfits.com
Jan 19, 202317:26
S4 EP5: A Developers Perspective Of A Scrum Master with KD
I can only tell you so much about what a scrum master does, the meat and potatoes of what we do and how we can do it come from a developers perspective. My girl KD ( @GlamTechy ), a systems engineer, came thru with the gems!
Sep 28, 202254:15
S4 EP4: Tech Influences Everything, Even The Media with Travis Cummings
Digital Media and Tech are two different things, in fact on influences the other. In this episode my media brother Travis (@traviscnews) dives into the topics of media, how the newsroom works, fighting time with viral stories and the hustle to get the bag. Learn more at www.TechMissfits.com
Sep 21, 202246:28
S4 EP3: Scrum Master Fight Or Flight
We’ve all been ready to run from something but running from job to job may not all be what it seems when your in that mode. RELAX! Learn more: www.TechMissfits.com
Sep 14, 202216:16
S4 EP2: Cyber Secure The Bag with Technically Rose
Data is the new water and with that being said the industry needs more folk to help protect it. Cyber is the answer and my girl @technically__rose is kicking down all the cyber gems that we need to know! Learn more at: Www.TechMissfits.com
Sep 07, 202255:54
S3 EP10: It’s My Birthday & I Thank God For Tech!
Wow! I’m 30 and I’d never think if be in the role, living my best life and sharing love and my knowledge with all of you. Such a blessing! Thanks for rocking out with me Missfits! Learn more at: www.TechMissfist.com
Jul 20, 202215:31
S3 EP9: STEAM Not STEM, Teaching Tech To The Kids with Andrea Hayes
This is for the folks with kids or the teachers looking to pivot. 🗣 We talk about the rat race to the bag but forget the disadvantages of it when it comes to the youth. We’ve got to get them to look at it as an opportunity! Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jul 13, 202239:29
S3 EP7: What’s Operations Management? with Monique Levy
And we ain’t talking operation surgery! 😅 This informative episode is one you don’t want to skip. Why do we do scrum? Why is project management even a thing? If you can’t answer you need to listen! Guest Monique Levy of levyconsultingco.com/ came and gave me life, breaking down why I’m obsessed with operations and how it’s so beneficial to understand as a scrum master. ⭐️ Learn More at www.techmissfits.com
Jun 29, 202201:04:18
S3 EP6: The Tools That Have Helped My Tech Career (A Mini Episode)
In this minisode, I dive straight into the tools and software that I’ve use over the course of my tech journey. Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jun 22, 202214:18
S3 EP5: Give Yourself Flowers & Vanilla Bean Candles with Maureen Enoo
The title is random but I promise this episode will make you feel as good and fuzzy as flowers and candles. 😍 Serial entrepreneur and tech project manager, Maureen Enoo (the_enoo) chatted with me about all things tech journey with a splash of entrepreneurship. It’s important to know the gems we discussed to prepare for layoffs and holding your own. Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jun 15, 202250:54
S3 EP4: TECH NEWS | Is Apple Enabling Toxic Behavior?
Ok, the new IOS16 update is amongst us Apple IPhone users and it’s already causing commotion. 😅 In this episode I give my views on the updates and came to the conclusion that Apple is the enemy at this point. Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com
Jun 08, 202214:48
S3 EP3: God Fearing, Black & Agile with Nimi Bello
This was the episode to take you to that next level in Agile! You wanna make the bag and scale? Well my girl Nimi B (@agilebae), Principle Agile Consultant, hit this one out the park. It’s important to continuously learn and have that growth mindset especially in a corporate environment. Let’s live and breathe agile! Okurrr. ⭐️ Tap into the Agile and Brunch event coming to ATL Juneat www.agileandbrunch.com Learn more about this podcast and cop merch at www.TechMissfits.com 🥂
Jun 01, 202201:13:29
S3 EP2: Lay Off Vs Lay Up, Let Tech Skills Pivot Your Life
In this episode I encourage you to make sure the skills you acquire are setting you up for life! Don’t look for a job forever! 🙏🏽 Learn more at: TechMissfits.com
May 25, 202222:14
S3 EP1: Remote Work Is Non Negotiable, Period.
Working remote has become one of my non negotiable. It’s a must for someone creative like me who can’t sit at a desk all day. Dive into this episode where I talk about the difference styles of working from home and how you can leverage it in your interviews. Learn more at www.TechMissfits.com
May 18, 202223:37
S2 EP9: Bootcamp Luxuries with Danni Patton
Bootcamps and free coding programs with def give you a start in the tech industry, Danni and so are proof it’s possible! In this episode we chat about our journeys from the class room to luxury. Hit Dani up on her LinkedIn to connect @Danielle Patton 🥂 Learn More at TechMissfits.com
Apr 06, 202248:25
S2 E8: GRATITUDE For Tech! (A Mini Episode)
Let’s take a break from the hustle to be the best. Let’s take a moment to have gratitude for coming this far. You stuff your brain all day with trainings, YouTube videos, and emails, but this episode is to tell yourself to take a break! The world is hard. Wanting the luxury of everything is not easy and the only way it gets east is to have gratitude for the moment. Enjoy! MUST I ADD THIS EPISODE WAS 11 mins and 11 seconds on accident! The universe don’t lie! 🥂 Learn more at www.TechMissfits.com ⭐️
Mar 30, 202211:11
S2 EP5: Dealing With Denial From A Tech Job
Ok! Everyone gets denied. Doesn’t matter where you are in you are in your journey. In this episode I talk about how you can keep from getting this bad news and my most recent denial experience. 🥴 Learn more at: www.TechMissfits.com ⭐️
Mar 09, 202234:11
S2 EP3: Imposter Syndrome Is A Hoe
Imposter Syndrome will have you feeling dusty! But it’s ok we all go through it. In this episode I talk about what it is, the times I’ve gone through it and how to get over it. :) Visit techmissfits.com/ for more. ⭐️
Feb 23, 202221:56
S2 EP2: From Street Code To App Code with Edward Thornton
Black Men In Tech are the shit! In this episode, software developer and entrepreneur, Edward Thornton (@streetgenuis) chops it up about letting his love for tech take him international and to Alexa voice app developer status. 🥂 Learn more at: TechMissfits.com
Feb 16, 202247:24
S2 EP1: Pick Your Mentors Wisely!
Every field has its clout chasers! Oop! In this episode I give it to you straight no chaser on how to identify people who are actually willing to help you succeed in this space vs just wanting to LOOK like they are. In addition, I give some tough love to the folks that should open up to help, when helping the community. 🥂 Visit: techmissfits.com/ STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Feb 09, 202224:35
S1 EP10: Build Your Brand And Stand On It
TechMissfits.com is launching Jan 18th and I can’t wait for you to see what’s dropping. 😛 In this episode I break down the importance of branding personally and for your business. STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Jan 12, 202223:58
S1 EP: 8 My Journey Into The Metaverse
In this episode I dive into my process of buying an Meta Quest 2 / Oculus and my detailed journey of getting set up in the Metaverse as Meta Missfit! :)
Dec 29, 202126:03
S1 EP7: Let’s Talk Startups & Diversity with Jonaie Johnson
We can have startups, investors and capital in the tech space too! CEO & Founder Jonaie (@jonaie.j), of pet tech startup Interplay joins me to discuss the process of getting started, pitching your product, diversity in the space and winning Afro Techs’ Young Founders pitching competition. Connect with her and support the amazing product at www.gointerplay.com
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: https://youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: https://calendly.com/forevergenella
Dec 22, 202154:28
S1 EP6: A Tech 9-5 vs A Tech Business with Tashara Earl
One thing about this field is the possibilities are endless! When working your way into the space remember all the options. My guest Tashara (@tashara_n_tech) dives into her journey of starting a tech business with no prior tech experience! Contact her at: shadesofcolor21@gmail.com
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Dec 15, 202151:46
S1 EP5: Crypto But I’m Not A Crip Tho with Janice Isable
Crypto, NFT’s, Blockchain oh my! Janice (@mrsvirgo314) with JAM Consulting breaks down the crypto game in a way your great grandma would understand. Let’s get into why it’s important to start thinking about those digital investments now! Get in touch and book a session with Janice at: jamconsultantstl.com
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: calendly.com/forevergenella
Dec 08, 202139:49
S1 EP4: Let’s Get This Metaverse Coin
It’s time to tap into some new tings before they get old. Here’s my break down of the MetaVerse, Web 3.0 and how you can prepare.
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: https://youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: https://calendly.com/forevergenella
Dec 01, 202122:33
S1 EP3: You Want Fame Or The Bag?
In this episode I talk about my struggle of letting go of radio to pursue tech. Chile, let’s just say I’m proud of me.
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: https://youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: https://calendly.com/forevergenella
Nov 24, 202119:01
S1 EP2: You Don’t Have To Be A Nerd!
Whew! This is for the artsy, non conventional folks who are making their mark in tech. In this episode, I tell a super detailed story of how I went from cosmetologist, to radio personality to scrum master.
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: https://youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: https://calendly.com/forevergenella
Nov 17, 202137:47
S1 EP1: Hey Missfits!
Oooo, real recognize real and that’s why your here, ok! In this introduction episode I lay down the vibe and topics we shall get into going forward, as well as a brief intro to who I am.
STAY CONNECTED:
Podcast Instagram: @Tech.Missfits
Host Instagram: @ForeverGeNella
Host Twitter: @ForeverGeNella
Host Facebook: @ForeverGeNella
Subscribe to my YouTube for more tech educational content: https://youtube.com/channel/UCNaL071-yEbQLR8s2Ss4zYA
Book a coaching call: https://calendly.com/forevergenella
Nov 11, 202103:36