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Reskilling a Berkeley Musician to Coder life. A guided and paid career switch. [W&S 118 ft Temus]

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Ever thought about switching careers but feared the unknown? We dive into the fascinating world of career transitions with an unlikely tech success story that might just inspire you to take the leap. Joining us are:

  • Muhammad Ridzuan Associate Director, HR, Temus - mastermind behind Temus Step It Up reskilling program - a highly competitive initiative transforming non-tech professionals into tech experts
  • Soh Wen Ming, Associate Software Developer, Temus - former jazz musician turned tech professional at age 38

They pull back the curtain on:

  • The reality of career transitions: From cushy jobs to coding bootcamps—what does it really take?

-The grit behind the glamour: 4 months of intense training, sleepless nights, and why 90% of participants stick it out

  • Age is just a number: Meet the mid-40s mom who dared to restart her career in tech
  • "Automate yourself out of a job?" Wen’s unexpected journey from music sheets to Python scripts

Tune in to discover how passion, determination, and the right opportunity can transform your professional life, regardless of your background. This conversation might just be the sign you've been waiting for to explore your own career reinvention.

What We Discuss:

  • 08:03 What’s the selection process like for candidates?
  • 15:39 What kind of life situations do your trainees come from?
  • 23:34 Do most people stick through the program?
  • 31:07 Should you reskill even if your current job is stable?

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