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Graduating Into Uncertainty? How to Actually Land Your First Tech Job
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- The Skip Podcast
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- Jul 9, 2025
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- 4003
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Summary
In this episode, I’m joined by my co-host Carly Malatskey to share the early-career playbook most people wish they had at 21. Whether you're fresh out of college, navigating your first job, or advising someone who is — this episode is for you. – Key topics • Why your first job should feel like a sprint, not a stroll • How to tell if your job is setting you up — or holding you back • The truth about internships (they matter more than your degree) • How to stand out when applying — and why “spray and pray” fails • Why it’s okay (even smart) to view your first job as a stepping stone • Red flags and green flags once you’re hired • How to network in a way that doesn’t feel transactional • The mindset shift that separates top performers early in career • Why working in-person still gives you an edge • How to take real risks when you have the least to lose – Where to find Nikhyl: Twitter/X LinkedIn – Where to find Carly: LinkedIn She Leads Podcast Twitter/X – Join The Skip: Skip Coach Skip Community – Find The Skip: Website Substack YouTube Spotify Apple Podcasts – Don't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you’re interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter. You can also email me at [email protected] – Timestamps (00:00) Why most grads feel lost — and what to do about it (01:44) How to navigate the 2025 job market (03:29) Why hustle still wins (yes, even now) (08:24) What to really look for in your first job (15:03) Why seeking feedback is a career unlock (17:30) Choose your boss — not the logo (20:02) Why taking risks early pays off later (28:35) How to tell a compelling career story (32:15) Job hunting that actually works (37:38) Making the leap from college to career (42:1…