Tag Archives: career

Don’t (Always) Be a Hero

Posted on November 6, 2023 by way0utwest

I saw a comic from Kendra Little recently, which reminded me of my first SQL Server crisis. I got hired as a contractor to support a large Novell network. In my first chance to work with SQL Server, a new … Continue reading →

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Degree Apprenticeships

Posted on October 30, 2023 by way0utwest

I enjoyed my time in college, and I learned a great deal. While I do think that the time helped me grow, I also recognize that I was always a good student and the cost of my working through that … Continue reading →

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Be Valuable, Not Critical

Posted on October 26, 2023 by way0utwest

I find there to be a lot of value in actively managing your career. I’ve been a technical individual contributor, a manager, a business owner, and a cross-team supporter in my various positions. Each one has challenges, and in each … Continue reading →

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Declining Work for Mental Health

Posted on October 20, 2023 by way0utwest

This year has been a busy one for me. I had 30 trips on airplanes away from home and around 100 nights not in my own bed. It’s been quite a year, and a little overloaded. There have been a … Continue reading →

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