Luton Geeks | Episode 2: The Path To a Digital Job Is Changing!

Welcome back to Luton Geeks Unplugged: Tech Tales and Agile Antics! In this second episode, we are diving deep into the origins of our digital journeys; how we went from tech-loving kids to the tech professionals we are today. Join us, Darren and Jamie, as we embark on another unfiltered and unscripted adventure into the heart of the tech sector. In "Where it began," we rewind to the early chapters of our tech narratives. Darren reminisces about his childhood fascination with technology. From tinkering with gadgets to playfully dismantling his dad's friend's home PC (accidentally, of course!), Darren's journey into the digital realm was fuelled by curiosity. Jamie's tale takes a twist through an unexpected avenue: football. A trajectory that was as crazy as it was bizarre, which eventually led him to his path into the world of digital product. From the soccer (FOOTBALL) field to the digital realm, Jamie's story is a testament to the unconventional ways some paths can unfold and that you are never too old to try something new. As we navigate through our past roles in the digital domain, we offer insights into the companies and industries that have shaped us. Darren's journey encompasses experiences at notable names like CenturyLink, Cloudreach, and Eviden, including his time at a blue-chip start-up that marked the beginning of his tech odyssey. Whilst, Jamie's has seen him cover travel, telecommunications, marketing and publishing to name a few. Sharing our current roles, we shed light on how far we've come, but it's not just about where we are, it's about what we've learned along the way. Through consistent themes and key learnings, we emphasise that no question in the industry is too small or too trivial. The foundation of our vlogcast is built on the idea that anyone, regardless of background, can step into the world of tech. Join us as we unravel the intricate pathways that have woven our careers in digital. As we dive deeper, we encourage you to reflect on your own journey; where it started, the up's and especially the down's, with the key lessons learned. Let's keep the conversation going and continue to geek out together! 🔗 Don't forget to hit that like button, share with fellow tech enthusiasts, and subscribe for more unfiltered tech tales and candid conversations. Stay tuned for our next episode! 🔗 As always, please feel free to connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-dennis-1527b624 & https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenbowling1984/ Or, if you need any support on your website please reach out to me on: https://jamie-dennis.co.uk/ and I will be happy to help.